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The document discusses various components of solar energy systems, including: 1) Solar modules consist of multiple photovoltaic cells wired together to increase current and voltage production. Industry standard modules contain 36 cells. 2) Solar trackers automatically move panels to track the sun's movement, maximizing power output compared to fixed mounts. 3) Charge controllers regulate voltage and current from solar panels to prevent overcharging batteries. 4) Power banks can be composed of single or multiple interconnected batteries to provide required voltage and storage capacity.

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Timeport Alternative Energy

The document discusses various components of solar energy systems, including: 1) Solar modules consist of multiple photovoltaic cells wired together to increase current and voltage production. Industry standard modules contain 36 cells. 2) Solar trackers automatically move panels to track the sun's movement, maximizing power output compared to fixed mounts. 3) Charge controllers regulate voltage and current from solar panels to prevent overcharging batteries. 4) Power banks can be composed of single or multiple interconnected batteries to provide required voltage and storage capacity.

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TIMEPORT ALTERNATIVE ENERGY

Your Solution To Renewable Energy


266-5853/323-4393
SOLAR MODULES
• A PV module consists of many PV cells
wired in parallel to increase current and in
series to produce a higher voltage. 36 cell
modules are the industry standard for large
power production.

• The module is encapsulated with


tempered glass (or some other transparent
material) on the front surface, and with a
protective and waterproof material on the
back surface. The edges are sealed for
weatherproofing, and there is often an
aluminium frame holding everything
together in a mountable unit. In the back of
the module there is a junction box, or wire
leads, providing electrical connections.
THE SOLAR
TRACKER
Solar trackers are rising in popularity, but not
everyone understands the complete benefits of the
system. Solar panel tracking solutions are a more
advanced technology for mounting photovoltaic
panels. Stationary mounts, which hold panels in a
fixed position, can have their productivity
compromised when the sun passes to a less-than-
optimal angle. Compensating for this, solar trackers
automatically move to “track” the progress of the sun
across the sky, thereby maximising power output.
THE CHARGE CONTROLLER
A charge controller or charge
regulator is basically a voltage and/
or current regulator to keep
batteries from overcharging. It
regulates the voltage and current
coming from the solar panels going
to the battery. Most "12 volt"
panels put out about 16 to 20
volts, so if there is no regulation
the batteries will be damaged from
overcharging. Most batteries need
around 14 to 14.5 volts to get fully
charged.
THE POWER BANK
The power bank of any off-grid renewable
energy power system is one of the most
complicated and costly components in your
installation. And it's important to get it right.
A power bank can be composed of a single
battery or multiple, interconnected batteries
that work as one large battery at a required
voltage and amp-hour capacity. At Timeport,
we put together 12V, 24V, 48V or 380 Volt
power banks for use with required
application. Call on our expert technicians
at (1-868-323-4393) for any questions or to
obtain an exact residential or commercial
building power factor assessment. We are
also happy to customise a power bank for
your specific application.
SOLAR INVERTER
People often ask, what is an inverter? Inverters play a
crucial role in any solar energy system and are often
considered to be the brains of a project, whether it’s a
2-kW residential system or a 5-MW utility power plant.
An inverter’s basic function is to “invert” the direct
current (DC) output into alternating current (AC). AC
is the standard used by all commercial appliances,
which is why many view inverters as the “gateway”
between the photovoltaic (PV) system and the energy
off-taker. Inverter technologies have advanced
significantly, such that, in addition to converting DC to
AC, they provide a number of other capabilities and
services to ensure that the inverter can operate at an
optimal performance level, such as data monitoring,
advanced utility controls, applications and system design
engineering. Inverter manufacturers also provide post-
installation services that are integral to maintaining
energy production and a high level of performance for
the project, including preventative maintenance, O&M
services and a quick mean time to repair (MTTR).
SYSTEM
SIZING AND
PRICING
There are several variables that affect the optimal system
size and price for a given property. The two key variables
are: the amount of electricity consumed during daylight
hours, and; whether or not you wish to store solar energy
with a power bank for use at night. These two variables are
key to determining the optimal system size for your
property. Which will intern determine the price. However
we do have systems beginning as low as $15,000.tt
The best place to start, is by checking your most recent
electricity bill and seeing how much power you use each
day. Then, the bonus is on you to estimate how much
power you consume during daylight hours. The next
option is to have one of our technicians conduct a site visit
to determine your buildings power factor. Please call 868
266-5853/323-4393 to make your appointment today.

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