RS PRO 30W Monocrystalline solar panel
- RS Stock No. 904-6134
- Manufacturer RS PRO
RS 30wp Solar Panel Kit Bulk Pack
The 30wp Solar Panel Kit is ideal for use in caravans where the time spent away from a mains hook up is no more than 4 days. Also useful for charging consumer appliances such as mobile phones, electric toothbrushes, digital cameras, powering electric gates, garden pond pumps or TV’s.
The 30 watt panel provides a continuous trickle feed maintaining and extending the life of any 12 volt battery
High efficiency crystalline cell for “all weather” charging
Perfect for larger projects such as powering electric gates*, 12v TV’s, garden pumps / fountains* and use in caravans over a week’s period
Water resistant, robust construction for outdoor use
20 year cell warranty and 10 year module warranty***
The 10Ah (STCC10) (RS 905-4532) Charge controller (sold separately) should be used with this kit to protect the battery from being overcharged and to prevent reverse current drain
Note
* An inverter is required to power or charge 240Vac appliances - not included (RS 905-4532)
***Cell performance warranty states that at 20 years the cell output will be no less than 80% of new performance values – i.e the cell degradation rate will be no greater than 20% in 20 years
Solar Panels and Chargers
Solar “photovoltaic” panels use the power of the sun to generate electricity and can be used in a variety of applications from calculators to homes. They are most effective, versatile and cost saving in many commercial and leisure applications for charging 12/24V batteries.
Solar panels provide power through batteries at off grid and isolated locations and are widely used in critical telecommunications and telemetry applications. Solar panels enable rapid installation of equipment at remote sites, either temporary or permanent, avoiding the costs and inconvenience of grid connection. They are designed for very low maintenance and longevity.
How Much power?
The daily power production of a solar panel can be calculated by multiplying the panel’s peak power rating by between 0.5 and 6 depending on the time of year, angle and location. For example; an 80Watt solar panel produces a peak current of 4.55A.
Solar Installation
Solar panels are usually installed at a 55-65° angle for optimal wintertime performance. For a year round power supply solar panels can be combined with Wind chargers.
Solar panels can be connected in parallel to increase power and in series to increase voltage.
To complete the system deep cycle batteries, a voltage regulator and electrical cables are required to get up and running. A range of convenient mounting kits are available for pole or wall mounting.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Rating | 30W |
| Open Circuit Voltage | 22V |
| Battery Bank Capacity | 10Ah |
| Peak Power | 180W |
| Type | Monocrystalline |
| Efficiency | 17% |
| Dimensions | 660 x 380 x 25mm |
| Depth | 25mm |
| Length | 660mm |
| Maximum Temperature | +85°C |
| Minimum Temperature | -40°C |
| Width | 380mm |
| Mounting Style | Surface Mount |
| Standards Met | CE, IEC 61215, IEC 61215:1993, IEC 61710 (Salt Mist Corrosion Test), ISO 9001 (2008), TUV |
| Terminal Contact Type | Ring |
| Protection Type | Battery Overcharge |
