SP50
SP50
Orderable50 W Solar Panel
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Configuration
- w/3m (10 ft) per CableSP50-3mPart Number: 45201-3m
- w/5m (17 ft) per CableSP50-5mPart Number: 45201-5m
- w/10m (33 ft) per CableSP50-10mPart Number: 45201-10m
- w/15m (50 ft) per CableSP50-15mPart Number: 45201-15m
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- Model:
- SP50
- Item Number:
- 45201
- Warranty:
- 1 year
Overview
The SP50 50 W solar panel is a photovoltaic power source capable of recharging batteries. It is used for our CS110 Electric Field Meter or other systems that require 50 W solar panels. The SP50 allows unattended operation of systems in remote locations, far from ac electrical sources.
This solar panel needs to be used with either a 18529 Morningstar SunSaver, CH200, or CH150 regulator.
Key Advantages
Allows siting far from ac sources
Technical Description
The SP50 includes the 31107 Extended Mounting Kit for attaching the solar panel to a Campbell Scientific tripod or tower. The 31107 positions the solar panel approximately 25 cm (10 in.) from the tripod or tower, which reduces shadows from other components and guy wires. The zenith angle indicator and the slotted supports simplify installation. The 31107 began shipping with the solar panel in October 2014. This kit may be purchased separately to retrofit existing solar panels.
Regulators
One SP50 can be connected to the SOLAR charge input of the CH150, CH200 or 18529 SunSaver regulator to provide a peak charge of 50 W. Two SP50 solar panels can be wired in parallel to the charge inputs of the SunSaver 18529 regulator to provide a peak charge of 100 W.
Note: Regulators must be housed in an environmental enclosure.
CH150/CH200 Charge Controller
The CH150 and CH200 limit charging current to approximately 3.6 A and can precisely charge these battery families: EnerSys Genesis NP Series (BP12, BP24), EnerSys Cyclone Series, Concorde Sun Xtender Series (BP84, PS84), or a custom battery.
18529 MorningStar SunSaver
The 18529 Morning Star SunSaver limits charging current to approximately 10 A and can charge flooded batteries or sealed rechargable batteries such as our BP12, BP2, BP24, and BP84.
Specifications
- -NOTE-
- Solar panel characteristics assume 1 kW m-2 illumination and 25°C solar panel temperature.
Individual panels may vary up to 10%. The output panel voltage increases as the panel temperature decreases.
- Cable Description
- 16 AWG, 1-twisted pair
- Maximum Peak Power
- 50 W
(100 W peak power when two SP50s are connected to one 18529 regulator)
- Current at Peak
- 2.9 A
- Voltage at Peak
- 17.5 V
- Maximum Allowable Wind Gust Speed
- Note: Assumes the 31107 Extended Mounting Kit is used to mount the SP50 to an adequately anchored tripod or tower.58 m s-1
(130 mph)
- On-board Regulator Included
- No
- Dimensions
- 83.9 x 53.7 x 5 cm
(33 x 21.1 x 2.0 in.)
- Weight
- 6 kg
(13 lb)
Common Accessories
(4)CH201
12 V Charging Regulator
The CH201 is a microcontroller-based smart charge controller that is ideal for charging 12 Vdc VRLA batteries. The charger uses MPPT (maximum power point tracking) technology to safely manage amperage and voltage for optimal battery charging and longevity. It has dual inputs for use with a solar panel and/or any 15 to 50 Vdc charging source. The dual inputs provide the option for fail-safe charging. The CH201 also outputs various parameters to allow close monitoring of the battery and power usage.
OrderableCH200
Smart 12 V Charging Regulator
The CH200 limits charging current to approximately 3.6 A, has a quiescent current drain of only 0.3 mA and can precisely charge the following battery families: EnerSys Genesis NP Series (includes our PS200, BP12 and BP24), EnerSys Cyclone Series, Concorde Sun Xtender Series (includes our BP84 and PS84) or a custom battery.
Orderable18529
10 A 12 V Regulator with 15 ft Battery Cable
The 18529 MorningStar SunSaver blocks charging currents greater than ~10 Adc, has a quiescent current drain of ~8 mA, and can less precisely charge sealed (includes our BP12, BP24 and BP84) or flooded batteries.
Orderable39107
DIN Rail Terminal Kit with 2 Terminals and 2 Wires
This kit is typically used for power supplies, smaller solar panels, or other power sources. The 39107 provides the needed DIN rail terminal, separator, and wires to connect any product to a data logger or other peripheral that requires two wires for connection. This kit provides the following 16 AWG wires: black and red. The color-coding of these wires matches the wire coloring of the product for ease in connection, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Orderable
Ships With
(2)31107
SP50 and SP90 Extended Mounting Kit
Orderable- Screw 1/4-20 x .750 Cap Hex Grade 5Qty 4
Compatibility
Regulators
The SP50 is compatible with the CH200, CH201, or 18529 Morning Star SunSaver.
Batteries
The SP50 is compatible with EnerSys Genesis NP series (such as PS200, BP12, BP24), EnerSys Cyclone series, Concorde Sun Xtender series (such as BP84), or flooded batteries when used with the 18529 Morning Star SunSaver.
Note
- The 18529 MorningStar SunSaver draws a continuous 8 mA current drain.
Compatible Products
(6)CH200
Smart 12 V Charging Regulator
OrderableNotes—CH201
12 V Charging Regulator
OrderableNotes—PS200
Smart 12 V Power Supply with Charging Regulator and 7 Ah Rechargeable Battery
OrderableNotes—BP12
12 Ah 12 V Sealed Rechargeable Battery with Mounts
OrderableNotes—BP24
24 Ah 12 V Sealed Rechargeable Battery
OrderableNotes—BP84
84 Ah 12 V Sealed Rechargeable Battery
OrderableNotes—
