{"product_id":"60w-12v-reinforced-semi-flexible-solar-charging-kit","title":"60W 12V Reinforced Semi-flexible solar charging kit","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThis high-efficiency \u003cstrong\u003esemi-flexible 60W solar panel kit \u003c\/strong\u003eis perfect for permanent outdoor use to provide free electricity for charging 12V batteries to power various applications, such as in a motorhome, caravan, camper, boat, or for solar lighting systems, off-grid and back up solar power systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolar kit includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul class=\"bullet\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e60W reinforced semi-flexible solar panel with a durable ETFE coating\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e10A automatic solar charge controller with advanced connectivity options\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eA pair of 5m 2.5mm² single core solar extension cables with MC4 connectors\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e5m of 2.5mm² dual core battery cable with 10A fuse, fuse holder and 8mm ring terminals\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e60W Reinforced semi-flexible solar panel:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThis reinforced semi-flexible solar panel has a unique 7-layer construction, featuring an \u003cstrong\u003eembedded sheet of anodised aluminium \u003c\/strong\u003efully encapsulated within the solar panel. This additional reinforcement offers greater strength and resilience, making this one of the most robust semi-flexible solar panels available on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to the aluminium reinforcement, the surface of this 60W semi-flexible solar panel is made of strong \u003cstrong\u003eETFE\u003c\/strong\u003e material which has a longer service life compared to standard semi-flexible solar panels. As a result, these particular semi-flexible solar panels are \u003cstrong\u003eextremely hard-wearing \u003c\/strong\u003eand less prone to cracking , delamination and corrosion. The lightly textured coating of this panel creates an \u003cstrong\u003eanti-reflective surface \u003c\/strong\u003ewhich allows the panel to absorb a far greater amount of light, thereby increasing efficiency. ETFE material has long been used in applications where durability and high-temperature resistance is required, such as in the Eden Project, Cornwall. You can read more about ETFE and its benefits \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/ETFE\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"blue\"\u003ehere\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThis panel also features \u003cstrong\u003einnovative 5 busbar solar cells\u003c\/strong\u003e, which are more efficient than the 2, 3 or 4 busbar solar cells used in most other solar panels, and are able to extract more power from the same surface area.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe semi-flexible design of this panel makes it ideal for curved roofs and surfaces where bonding is preferable (though the panel can also be fixed by bolts or screws). The panel is also incredibly light (only 2.35kg) which makes it an ideal option for all vehicle applications. This panel is also highly resistant to salt water environments and it is also possible to walk on the panel, making it the perfect choice for boats and yachts.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe panel is fitted with 2 x 0.9m of cable with MC4 connectors on the end which simply plug into the 5m extension solar cable supplied with the kit, to join the solar panel and the charge controller.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10A S\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eolar charge controller:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit includes a \u003cstrong\u003e10A 12V\/24V Photonic Universe solar charge controller\u003c\/strong\u003e designed to protect batteries whilst charging them, with automatic cut off to prevent over-charging and deep discharge. The controller uses \u003cem\u003ePWM (Pulse Width Modulation)\u003c\/em\u003e technology which increases charge acceptance and prolongs the life of your battery. Often PWM technology can recover some lost battery capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThis controller\u003cstrong\u003e stops reverse current at night (from the battery back to the solar panel) so your battery won't lose any charge.\u003c\/strong\u003e It has many other protection functions such as \u003cstrong\u003eover charge \/ discharge, over load, short circuit, overheating\u003c\/strong\u003e etc. Other features of this controller include LED indicators, temperature sensor, and a load \"on\/off\" button. One of the greatest benefits of this powerful 10A controller is the small size - only 14x7cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThis controller can work with sealed, gel and flooded batteries (the default is sealed) or a user-defined battery type (please note battery type can only be changed from default using one of the communication methods listed below). The controller can accept up to \u003cstrong\u003e160W\u003c\/strong\u003e (12V battery) \/ \u003cstrong\u003e320W \u003c\/strong\u003e(24V battery) of solar power input, which makes it a perfect choice for small or medium solar PV systems with a battery and load such as in a campervan or boat.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe solar charge controller also features \u003cstrong\u003eadvanced communication technology\u003c\/strong\u003e, which offers the user the opportunity to monitor and program parameters for the solar charge controller through various methods:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e1) The controller can be connected to a \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.photonicuniverse.com\/en\/catalog\/full\/26-Remote-meter--display-for-10A-60A-MPPT-and-PWM-solar-charge-controllers-TRPTRVSPULS-Series.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"blue\"\u003eremote meter MT50 with an LCD screen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, which displays system performance information, and allows the user to manually adjust parameters and load settings\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e2) The controller can be connected to a \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.photonicuniverse.com\/en\/catalog\/full\/293-Wi-Fi-module-for-monitoring-and-programming-a-solar-charge-controller-through-the-mobile-app-includes-19m-cable.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"blue\"\u003eWi-Fi module\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to create a Wi-Fi network, to which your mobile phone or tablet can connect, in order to monitor or adjust charging parameters and controller settings through a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=uni.UNICE50FEF\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"blue\"\u003efree mobile app - Solar Station Monitor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e (available for Android and iOS users).\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e3) An \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.photonicuniverse.com\/en\/catalog\/full\/292-RJ45-to-USB-cable-to-connect-a-solar-charge-controller-to-a-PC--computer-15m-length.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"blue\"\u003eRJ45 to USB cable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e can be used to connect the controller directly to your PC \/ laptop, where parameters and settings can be monitored and adjusted via a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.photonicuniverse.com\/upload\/file\/Software\/Solar_Station_Monitor.zip\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"blue\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003efree computer program - Solar Station Monitor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e(Windows-based PCs and laptops only).\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eUsing one of these communication methods, the user will gain access to various charging parameters such as voltage, current (separately for solar panel \/ load), battery state of charge, accumulated charge and discharge energy, min\/max voltage and other information. If required the user will also be able to amend the battery type and capacity, set charging volts for different charging stages, specify the duration of each charging stage, create a user-defined battery type with charging parameters specific to their battery (if the pre-existing options are unsuitable), personalise the 'load' settings (e.g. set timers for lighting, fans, pumps) and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to the built-in temperature sensor, the controller has a pair of terminals for connecting a \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.photonicuniverse.com\/en\/catalog\/full\/104-Remote-temperature-sensor-with-2m-cable-and-connector-for-ViewStar-solar-charge-controllers--regulators.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"blue\"\u003eremote temperature sensor,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e which can be attached directly to the battery to measure the battery temperature more precisely and optimise the charging process.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional items:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit also includes a pair of \u003cstrong\u003e5m positive and negative solar extension leads \u003c\/strong\u003e(2.5mm² cross section)\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eand\u003cstrong\u003e 5m of 2.5mm² dual core battery cable fitted with a fuse, fuse holder and 8mm ring terminals \u003c\/strong\u003efor use between the solar charge controller and your battery, making the total cable length between the solar panel and the battery 1m + 5m + 5m = 11m.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eClick on the Details and Specifications tab for more information about this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"Photonic Universe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56848310239615,"sku":"ARFLX-60M-KIT","price":189.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0562\/9689\/8691\/files\/1554377596_50181200.png?v=1769530438","url":"https:\/\/marcleleisure.co.uk\/products\/60w-12v-reinforced-semi-flexible-solar-charging-kit","provider":"Marcle Leisure","version":"1.0","type":"link"}