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Backwoods Solar offers TWO Powercenters as
kits with all the hardware, pre-fabricated wires ready to bolt in, and instructions to
assemble your powercenter. These Powercenters
interface all the battery and DC connections to inverters, charge control, solar, hydro or wind power.
They include the Tri-Metric battery meter and DC load breakers. There is
additional space to
install lightning arrestors and other equipment you may want to add later. Select one from below; then add your choice
for charge control, inverter, and battery cables to create a complete power
system.
Both Powercenters include:
ADD A
CHARGE CONTROL
suitable to your charge source and battery voltage. Some will mount directly
to matched holes in the powercenters. For wind or hydropower, a diversion
type control can be used with an external heat load.
ADD AN
INVERTER
ADD MAIN BATTERY
CABLES with lug ends, to match the size of inverter.
To receive the correct size hardware and breakers to match your equipment,
tell us which control and which inverter you will use, even if not purchasing them at this
time.
XANTREX
POWERCENTER
KIT
This powercenter kit is built around the Xantrex DC
Breaker Box.
Includes:
DC Breaker box
Inverter breaker; 175 or 250 Amp
Charge control breaker
Two 20 amp DC load breaker
Remote mount TriMetric meter
Hardware for cable entrances
Bushings to attach charge control
Inverter breaker is located front center of box. Charge control and load circuit breakers mount on the sides of the box. One or two
Xantrex
C-Series charge controls (not included) mount directly to the top of the box where one is pictured.
TriMetric meter may be remote mounted anywhere in the home.
Works with Outback and Xantrex inverters. A
Xantrex
SW+ series inverter mounts to the
left side
using optional conduit box, or without as shown above. Cables to inverter are exposed, but connections are still covered. Xantrex
DR series inverters mount likewise with or without conduit box, but on the right side of the powercenter. The breaker box is factory drilled to mount all
parts. Mounting hardware and cable entry clamps are supplied. Assembly involves
mounting and wiring all components into the breaker box. Comes with full
instructions and drawings.
| PC-175 has 175 amp inverter breaker....................$640 |
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| PC-250 has 250 amp inverter breaker....................$640 |
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for correct breakers, tell us what charge control & inverter will be used.
(in special requests box of shopping cart)
shipping $20
OPTIONS FOR THIS POWERCENTER KIT
| O-DC175: a second 175 amp breaker to add a
second inverter: $95 |
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| O-DC250: a second 250 amp breaker to add a
second inverter: $95 |
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| O-DCBB A negative terminal block to join more negative and ground wires
within box . Joins four 4/0 cables and two 1/0, & two #2, & four #4
wires: $70 |
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| LA-302DC
Lightning Arrestor
reduces surges from PV wires....$35 |
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| M-TRI-48 TriMetric 48 volt adapter: required in 48 volt
systems....$35 |
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| Conduit Box adapts Xantrex Trace DR series inverters to kit with no
exposed cables I-DRCB conduit box for DR inverter....$125 |
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| I-SWCB conduit box for SW II series (not
the SW PLUS) inverter....$125 |
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| I-DCCB conduit box for SW
PLUS inverter....$125 |
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| Second Solar Breaker for a second solar charge control to double amps of
solar this unit handles.Specify for what type of solar control
in "Special Requests" box of shopping cart....$24 |
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Third DC Load Breaker 20, 30, 60, or 80 amp breaker
(Specify
in "Special Requests" box of shopping cart)
can be added only
if second solar control and breaker are not installed.....$24 |
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M-AMP Analog
DC ammeterfor wind, hydro or DC load amps; fits in 2 inch knock-out in side of box.
Specify
amp range for your needs ( 0-5,
0-10, 0-15, 0-30, or 0-50 ) in "Special Requests" box
of shopping cart ....$20 |
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Minimum shipping $8 per whole order covers all items with no shipping
listed
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OUTBACK
FLEXWARE 500 POWERCENTER KIT
MUCH MORE SPACE and less confining to wire then the Xantrex box. All breakers are
in a single row on the front. The kit handles
one or two inverters.
INCLUDES:
Breaker box: 11.5"W x 18.5"H x 9"D.
Inverter breaker: 175 or 250 amp
Two 30 amp breakers for solar input
One 60 or 80 amp charge control breaker
Two 15 or 20 amp DC load breakers
Remote mount TriMetric meter (not pictured)
Hardware for cable entrances
Bushings to attach charge control
(CHARGE CONTROL and INVERTERS not Included as pictured)
BONDS TO INVERTER. Accepts one or two Outback or Xantrex inverters.
DC conduit boxes required to conceal cabling. Outback conduit
boxes align perfectly with knockouts. Knockouts on the DC breaker box and
possibly the conduit box for Xantrex inverters required.
MORE SOLAR CONTROL Two 30 amp solar array breakers switch
two arrays separately for comparison. A 60 amp breaker connects the charge
control to the battery. Please note that Your charge
controller/s is NOT included with this powercenter kit..
MORE BREAKERS Two 15 amp DC load breakers are included.
Space remains to add 5 more breakers for wind hydro, loads or additional solar
charge controls.
INTERNAL SOLAR GROUND-FAULT PROTECTION OPTION when
required by code, installs easily in three breaker spaces.
| PC-FLEXWARE 500 DC 175:
175 amp inverter breaker........shipping $25..............$795 |
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| PC-FLEXWARE 500 DC 250: 250 amp inverter breaker....shipping
$25...........$795 |
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For correct size breakers, tell us which control & inverter will be used.
(in special requests box of shopping cart)
OPTIONS FOR THE OUTBACK PSDC POWERCENTER
| LA-302DC: Lightning Arrestor reduces surges from PV
wires....$35 |
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| M-TRI-48: Trimetric 48 volt adapter: required in 48 volt
systems....$35 |
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| Ground Fault Protector: for 1 or 2 solar arrays, up to 60 amps each....$129 |
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| OBDC175 or OBDC250: second 175 or 250 amp breaker (Specify
in
"Special Requests" box of shopping cart) for 2nd inverter....$129 |
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| Additional FLEXWARE breakers: |
| 15 amp....$25 |
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| 30 amp....$25 |
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| 60 amp....$25 |
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| 100 amp....$39 |
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| M-AMP Analog
DC ammeter for wind, hydro or DC load amps; fits in 2 inch knock-out in side of box.
Specify amp range for your needs ( 0-5,
0-10, 0-15, 0-30, or 0-50 ) in "Special Requests" box
of shopping cart ....$20 |
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| CCB: Adapter mounts 1 MX60 controller on the side: easier to see and
reach....$39 |
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Minimum shipping $8 per whole order covers all items with no shipping
listed
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OUTBACK
FLEXWARE 500 CUSTOM POWER SYSTEMS
The OUTBACK FLEXWARE 500 POWER SYSTEM, shown below, is factory assembled, ready to use.
Backwoods Solar has created a custom version which includes many options that we
believe are essential. These features are typically not included in the base
model that Outback offers. Well sized
for most solar electric homes. A good value when compared to separate
components plus their installation labor. Includes one or two inverters, a 60 amp charge
control, plus AC and DC power centers. Connects to batteries, solar array,
back-up generator and home circuits.
The components listed below are included in the Outback Flexware
500
power system.
MX60 SOLAR CHARGE CONTROL
handles 60 amps maximum output to the battery at 12, 24, or 48 volts with
current boost by maximum power point tracking. The MX60 can convert any higher
voltage solar arrays (up to 150 volt open circuit or six 12 volt modules in
series) to charge any 12, 24, or 48 volt battery bank- making possible longer
distances from solar array to battery room using smaller wire sizes.
OUTBACK
INVERTERS will offer from 2,000 to 3,600 watts of true sine wave AC
power output. Two inverters can be selected for 4,000 to 7,200 watts AC output.
If starting with a single inverter, you may add a second inverter with
recommended X240 transformer later. These inverters are available either
fan-cooled for higher power or totally sealed to eliminate dirt and salt air
corrosion. Battery charger, inverter/generator transfer switching, and
automatic generator start is included.
The MATE
and HUB adapter is an included Outback system control that programs and meters
the charge control and all inverters.
The TriMetric battery meter
(not pictured) is also included. Both the Mate and
TriMetric can be installed remotely from the power system for easy access.
The Flexware 500 DC breaker box accepts PV, battery, and DC load
inputs.
The PS2 AC power center accepts generator input and delivers inverter
output through several circuit breakers and an on-board AC outlet.
Battery Cables are 10 feet in length and sized according to your
inverter.
X240 Transformer is included on two inverter systems to give full
power on both 120 and 240 volt applications. Recommended with second inverter if
upgrading from single inverter power system.
 Outback System on
FLEXWARE 500 MP:
52"W x 21.5"H x
12.5"DFLEXWARE 500 installed components shown from left;
FLEXWARE 500 AC: AC breaker box for inverter, generator, bypass breaker
assembly, onboard 15 amp outlet, generator start relay, one or two AC lightning
arrestors, and two AC load breakers (HUB4 installed on left side of this box);
FX/VFX inverter: One or Two inverters with all covers;
FLEXWARE 500 DC breaker box: DC breaker/s for inverter; 2 DC solar & 3 DC load breakers,
DC lightning arrestor, external relay for MX60 auxiliary output, and Trimetric
meter terminal strip;
MX60
charge control and the MATE controller
with 50' of cable;
All mounted on FLEXWARE 500 MP mounting plate for FLEXWARE 500 system
Ordering is a TWO
step process:
FIRST:
Select a base system for one or two inverters and add
to your cart
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SYSTEM |
NUMBER OF INVERTERS
(inverters not included in these base system
prices) |
BASE PRICE
without inverter/s |
BUY THIS ITEM
Please see shipping note below |
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FLEXWARE 500 SINGLE
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For a
1 inverter
system
2000-3600 watts |
$3182 |
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FLEXWARE 500 DUAL
includes X240 transformer
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For a
2 inverter
system
4000-7200 watts |
$4052 |
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SECOND: NOW Select your choice of one or two
inverters, VFX or FX models, listed below and add to your cart.
If you want two inverters, you must add two inverters to your cart.
VFX Series
vented fan cooled Sine Wave inverters, including all covers, installed
in your base system
FX Series
sealed Sine Wave inverters, including all covers, installed in your base
system
Shipped in one piece, truck freight. $80 crating fee plus
shipping TO BE DETERMINED WHEN WE PROCESS YOUR ORDER.
Call first
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OUTBACK PS1 GRID TIE POWER SYSTEM
Backwoods has taken the leap! Given
the nationwide tax incentives and the fact that so many grid-connected folks
call us on a daily basis looking for a battery based backup system with the
ability to sell excess energy to the utility, we have decided to introduce the
Outback PS1 Power System.
With the PS1, Outback Solar has designed a
system with an emphasis on performance, ease of installation, and low
maintenance which virtually eliminates all concerns about batteries in grid-tie
systems. The PS1 operates similarly to typical battery-less grid-tie solar
systems but with the added benefit of being able to provide uninterrupted backup
power during utility outages. With over 7 million households losing power for
more than an hour each year, incorporating a back-up power system is common
sense.
All fears about the complexity of grid-tie
solar with battery back-up are eliminated thanks to the PS1 "install ready"
design. The PS1 system is a factory wired, pre-programmed solution with a
complete ETL listing. Even the battery interconnecting cables and conduit
are included to eliminate all guess work and difficult to find parts. The PS1
includes a type 3R rainproof enclosure which provided flexibility in where you
choose to install the system, allowing for installation in limited space or
outdoors.
Utilizing batteries as a back-up power source
is much more reliable and economical compared to fuel-powered generators.
Generators are mechanical devices which require regular maintenance and are
subject to failure when you need them most, during an outage. Batteries have no
moving parts and the sealed AGM type batteries used in the PS1 system require no
watering or other periodic maintenance. Once installed, the PS1 system operates
silently and works automatically; there are no switches to throw; buttons to
push; or cords to connect.
SPECIFICATIONS:
120v AC 60hz input/output; 48v DC battery voltage
Continuous Power Rating: 3600 watts @ 25 degrees C
PV array voltage: 48, 60, or possibly 72v DC
Maximum PV array wattage: 3300 watts (modules not included in this
package)
Backup Energy Storage: 4.0 KwHrs at 80% depth of discharge
PS1 Inverter Enclosure: 31.3" H x 17.25" W x 12.9" D
PS1 Battery Enclosure: 36.25" H x 17.25" W x 12.55" D
In addition to the standard PS1-3000/BE components, Backwoods Solar includes
the Outback Mate, and 4 Concorde PVX1040T AGM batteries (not installed and shipped separately).
Please note that
solar modules are not included with this base system and must be added in 48v or
greater series if desired. Solar modules required to possibly qualify for
Federal tax credits.
| CUSTOM PS1-3000/BE: $6500
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Call for Availability |
Optional Outback PV breakers: $12
each......breaker size to be determined based on array current..............
FREE FREIGHT to a LOWER 48 address |
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