BP Solar Panels Framed and Flexible Modules

BP Solar / Framed PV Modules (Mega Modules)

These solar panels are designed for permanent installation and are made from durable aluminium frames with tempered glass. Panels have the BP Solar performance guarantee and warranties up to 25 years.

Available in a variety of output and physical sizes. They are suited for permanent and temporary installations.

• Constructed of 36 semi-crystalline silicon solar cells
• Tempered glass sub-strate is self cleaning, highly transmissive and impact resistant
• Anodised aluminium frame is corrosion resistant and compatible with Solarex mounting structures
• Easy to access and wire weatherproof terminal box ? Rugged and weatherproof construction
• the cells are laminated between sheets of ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) and tempered glass with a durable back sheet
• Withstand repetitive cycling between -40 C and 90 C
• Withstand wind loading exceeding 125mph
• Withstand impact of a one inch hail stone at 52mph? Meets ISPRA and JPL Block V test criteria and is approved by Factory Mutual Research for application in NEC Class 1, Division 2, Group D hazardous locations

BP Solar SX Series

BP Solar SX range is based on one of their best established product ranges used worldwide in thousands upon thousands of sites in single and multiple use. The multi-crystalline cells are designed to efficiently charge 12v batteries in virtually any climate for low power DC loads.

They provide a cost effective solution for maintaining the charge in batteries at off grid locations for low power telemetry, telecommunications, signals, navigation aids, security sensors, instrumentation and are also ideal for trickle charging leisure batteries on motor homes and holiday cottages.

The range benefits from BP's standard durable frames and tempered glass and is offered with a 10 year power performance warranty and 5 year materials and workmanship warranty.

SX10, 20 & 30U Modules - these models can reconfigured by the user for 6V charging and solar panels of the same power rating can be connected together efficiently for 24V use or parallel connected for increased power. All these units are supplied with a Universal frame.

Product Features & Specifications ? SX Series

• 90% Power output warranty over 10 years
• 5 Year warranty ? free from defects in materials and workmanship
• Universal frame is manufactured from clear anodised aluminium alloy type 6063T6. Silver in colour.
• Rugged and weatherproof construction - the cells are laminated between sheets of ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) and 3mm tempered glass with a blue tedlar rear.
• The tempered glass is highly transmissive and self cleaning from rainfall
• Each solar module is supplied with a grounding screw, instruction sheet and warranty document.
• All BP Solar modules are labelled with individual performance figures
• 36 cell panels are configured in a 4 x 9 matrix, each 2 rows of 9 are connected in series with a Schottky by-pass diode to produce 2 x 6V strings. These 2 x 6V strings are connected in series to produce a standard 12V nominal output panel.
• Easy to connect SX10, 20 & 30Umodules - an IP54 weather rated junction box at the rear of each panel provides a 6 terminal screw connection block. The terminals accept up to 6mm? (AWG#10) cable. The junction box has knock outs to accept PG13.5 or nominal conduit or cable fittings accepting 6-12mm diameter cable.
• All the models are compliant with the IEC61215 regulation requirements:
• Temperature cycling range of ?40?C to +85?C
• Damp heat tested to withstand 85?C and 85% relative humidity for 1000 hours
• Front and rear static load tested eg wind, to 2400 Pa
• Front load tested e.g. snow, to 5400 Pa
• Hailstone impact tested to 25mm hail at 23m/s from 1m distance
• Hot Spot tested, this determines a modules ability to tolerate localised shadowing

SX Series Product Range

All Solarex products are individually tested and labelled. A 20 year Performance Warranty, guaranteeing that the solar module will continue to deliver a minimum of 80% of it's rated power for 20 years is given with all modules rated at 40w and above. Even the lower power Mega modules carry a 10 year performance warranty.

Solarex Lite Modules

Solarex's "Lite" modules are a lightweight yet rugged range of photovoltaic panels designed to be slimline so that they are simple to install on flat surfaces and are semi-flexible to allow for a gentle curvature of a coach roof as on caravans and boats.

• Semi-crystalline silicon solar cells
• Tough non-slip tedlar front cover
• Stainless steel sub-strate
• Moisture resistant metallization ensures electrical integrity in severe climates
• Supplied with 3m of cable from potted junction box
• Module is only 3mm thick, 10mm including junction box
• Supplied as 12v units, can be linked in series or parallel

Typical applications are camping and caravanning, boating, mobile communications, low power telemetry and telecommunication uses, railroad signalling devices, etc.

Note: The MSX20L panel has been replaced by the Spectra Solar Panel and results in a smaller dimension panel. Approx size: 622*508*3mm.?Depth rises to 13mm where the junction (connection) box is located.

Solar Regulators
A variety of solar charge controllers are available in 12v and 24v and the controller rating should be selected according to the peak power rating of the solar array. There are many different solar controllers available so please call us for more information and advice. We also sell the wide range of Rutland Wind Turbines from Marlec.

Mounting Kits
A range of solar panel array mounting kits are available. Contact us directly to discuss your requirements and we would be more than happy to provide help and advice.