Solar Power
Featuring high-output, semi-flexible, lightweight solar panels made by SOLBIAN (Italy) and MPPT controllers by GENASUN. Previous high-output panels have been heavy, cumbersome and armed with dangerously sharp corners. Other flexible panels have been very low-output.
Solbian has made a significant advance with these new solar panels in both power and light weight. They have been proven in use by top short-handed racers like Giovanni Soldini (Telecom Italia), Marc Guillemot (Safran), and many high-performance cruisers.
The high-power versions (SP-50L, SP-50Q, and SP-100L) are the highest output (per sq. ft.) and lightest weight solar panels available. They use a new type of cell increasing the amount of power you can get from a given size of panel. The SP-40L, SP-40Q, and SP-80L represent a great value for their output and low weight.
See below for standard sizes and options, or contact Bruce to discuss current stock, local dealers, and even custom-made dimensions. Dealer inquiries welcome. Prices subject to change.
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| Standard flexible panels | ||||
| Model Number | Output | Dimensions | Weight | Retail Price |
| SL 40L | 40W x 8V | 1110mm x 285mm x 1.5mm (43.7” x 11.2” x .065”) |
.79kg 1.76lbs |
$400 |
| SL 40Q | 40W x 8V | 595mm x 540mm x1.5mm (23.43” x 21.26” x .065”) |
.8kg 1.76lbs |
$400 |
| SL 80L | 80W x 16V | 1110mm x 540mm x 1.5mm (43.7” x 21.26” x .065” ) |
1.5kg 3.3lbs |
$675 |
| CP 125 | 125W x 16V | 1380mm x 680mm x 1.5mm (54.33” x 26.77” x .065”) |
2.35kg 5.17lbs |
$820 |
| Panels with new high-output cells (note same dimensions as above) | ||||
| Model Number | Output | Dimensions | Weight | Retail Price |
| SP 50L | 50W x 8V | 1110mm x 285mm x 1.5mm (43.7” x 11.2” x .065”) |
.79kg 1.76lbs |
$645 |
| SP 50Q | 50W x 8V | 595mm x 540mm x 1.5mm | .8kg 1.76lbs |
$645 |
| SP 100L | 100W x 16V | 1110mm x 540mm x 1.5mm | 1.5kg 3.3lbs |
$1175 |
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Genasun MPPT solar controllers: Featuring the highest performance in shaded conditions with real-time Maximum Power Point Tracking. Genasun MPPT scans/adjusts 20 times per second to get the best output. Use one controller per panel for the most power in marine applications.
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| Genasun MPPT solar controllers | |||
| Model Number | Rated Input | Output Voltage (Nominal) | Retail Price |
| GVB12-8 | 8A | 12V | $170 |
| Boost controller; use with each 40L, 40Q, 50L & 50Q panel (8V) to charge 12V batteries | |||
| GV-10 | 100W x 16V | 12V | $165-$170 |
| Use with 80L and 100L individual panels to charge 12V batteries | |||
| GVB-24-8 | 8A | 24V | $260 |
| Boost controller; use with each 40L, 40Q, 50L, 50Q, 80L & 100L panel to charge 24V batteries | |||
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| Connection and Mounting Options - Note that a wiring option is needed for each panel | |
| Under-panel strips (exiting the underside of panel for thru-deck wiring) | $12 |
| Junction box (on the face of the panel for external wiring, use with canvas mounting) | $36 |
| Grommets (pressed into the corners of panel for lashing or bolt mounting) | $30 |
| Zipper (mounted to edges of panel for dodger mounting) | $72 |
Additional Genasun MPPT controllers:
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| Additional Genasun MPPT controllers | |||
| Model Number | Max panel size | Output Voltage (Nominal) | Retail Price |
| GV-4 | 50W | 12V | $105 |
| GV-5 | 65W | 12V | $125 |
| GV-25** | 2500W | 12V-144V | $1350 |
| GVX-25-H | 2500W | 12V-144V | $1500 |
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**Note: GVX-25 is a high-voltage controller with display, GVX-25-H is high-voltage Hydro Controller with load dump output and display. These are typically for large off-grid land-based installations.