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SOLARWYSE Ltd. carries a complete line of solar power products. All major solar manufactures are available. Something you want, and do not see it just ask, if it is available, and of high quality we can get it for you. Solarwyse carries most solar product manufactured in North America, Europe, or Japan. Prices have been changing rapidly and mostly downward. Often we do not list prices due to this fact.
CHARGE CONTROLLERS
The charge controller prevents damage to the battery from the energy produced in the solar array, There are two basic types on the market. Pulse Width Modulated (PWM) and Maximum Power Point Tracker (MPPT). The PWM are used in the smaller more remote applications, where the newer technology MPPT controllers are used in the larger off grid systems. The MPPT controllers can harvest as much as 30% more solar charge from a solar array than the PWM.
MOUNTS
There are 4 basic mounts for solar panels, roof, pole, ground, and tracking mounts. As a general rule Canada is far enough north that, the expense of a tracking array is not economical. Most rural Canadians prefer ground mounts, because of the ease of snow removal, whereas urban Canadians prefer roof mounts because of space restrictions. Adding additional solar panels to a fixed array often leads to more output at less costs.
BATTERIES
The battery bank is considered the heart of the off grid system, your solar energy is stored for use at a later time. SURRETTE/ROLLS is the Cadillac of lead acid solar batteries and are often seen in larger cooler climate off grid solar power systems. The smaller solar power systems often use DEKA absorbed glass mat batteries. The DEKA battery is ideal for remote location, where they charge slower and vent less hydrogen.
GENERATORS
Some day you will have see the number of light plants SOLARWYSE went through until we finally proved to ourselves that this is the one component not to cheap out on. Planning an alternative power home, with a backup generator, then go to a proper sized small diesel, or a 1800 rpm propane driven unit.. Ask the SOLARWYSE GUY for sizing requirements, then select a generator you will have years of trouble free service.
INVERTERS
An Inverter is designed to convert the energy stored in the battery bank to the alternating current used in our modern homes. Inverter output is rated in watts. Inverters can also produce either pure or modified sine wave outputs. The smaller modified sine wave inverters are used in the more remote, and smaller off grid systems. Pure sine wave inverters are found in the large home off grid, and all grid tie systems. Pure sine wave is a must for grid tied systems
WIND POWER
A wind power turbine can be a great adjunct to a solar power system. In the prairie
provinces wind is viable in southern Alberta. Although there will be pockets of useable
wind else where, you should become familiar with the exact energy the historic winds
produce in your area. Wind charts can be obtained from Environment Canada. SOLARWYSE
will work with you to determine if wind is viable at your location.
SOLAR PANELS
There are many manufactures of solar panels on the market, those that have been tested and proven for use in Canada, have a CSA approval. Before purchasing any solar component, always check for CSA rating. Solar panels can be designed for either on grid tie, or off grid operation, always consult with a knowledgeable supplier, before purchasing any panels to ensure that they will be compatible with your requirements.
SOLARWYSE SERVICES
- Sales
- Installation
- Seminar presentations large or small groups
- Solar training
For a complete listing of solar products please call for pricing, as prices have
been fluctuating with the US Dollar.