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Solar Power [message #195221] Tue, 08 January 2013 16:40 Go to next message
Phantom2 is currently offline  Phantom2   United States
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Has anyone tried this kit from Menards? I was shopping there Sunday & saw this.

http://www.menards.com/main/outdoor/alternative-energy/solar/55-watt-solar-back-up-kit/p-1509039-c-7916.htm

Kit includes:(3) 18.3 Watt solar panels, metal frame for mounting solar panels, 3 in 1 wire connector so all 3 solar panels can be connected in an easy fashion, 12V DC Plug, alligator battery clamps, LED voltage tester, 12V socket for powering 12V products, 200 Watt power inverter,7 Amp charge controller
Warranty: Panels-5 year limited, 7 amp charge controller-1 year, 200W inverter-1 year



Larry Hopkins 75 Avion Springfield, IL
Re: Solar Power [message #195259 is a reply to message #195221] Tue, 08 January 2013 23:57 Go to previous message
RadioActiveGMC is currently offline  RadioActiveGMC   United States
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While no I haven't used it, for the money its much easier to get a much higher end setup for a low cost still. High end 100w mono crystal panels, that come with charge controllers, are around $150 currently. Add wire and alligator clips, and a very inexpensive modified sine wave inverter and still be less then the cost with a smaller footprint.

***"Gettin There"-1973 23' Sequoia- Michael, Onans smell, "Go solar/wind power!"
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