Solar Modules

SOLAR WORLD SW165, SW175 and MITSUBISHI MF125 Modules
on SALE!! and NEW lower prices for KYOCERA KD135s & RECs

A SOLAR ELECTRIC MODULE WORKS LIKE A CAR BATTERY CHARGER... EXCEPT INSTEAD OF PLUGGING IT INTO THE WALL, YOU PUT IT OUT IN THE SUN.

PHOTO-VOLTAIC or solar cells convert sunlight directly to electricity within wafer thin cells. Light "particles" called photons actually bounce electrons across a barrier, creating an electrical current. About 36 cells are built into a 4 to 12 square foot solar module. Cells are sealed within a tough resin between a tempered glass front and plastic or foil backing, then framed in aluminum rail. There are many sizes and brands of modules, at similar prices, specifications, and claims. New brands come each year, many as good as, but none better than, the proven reliable brands listed in the next pages. Considering cost and length of module lifetime and warranty, we stock the longest tested and most respected brands.

DIRECT SUNSHINE with no shadows is absolutely necessary for full power. Partial power is produced on overcast days, but any shadows falling directly on a solar module will reduce power, regardless of what some advertisements claim.

DURABILITY: First used 40 years ago for space satellites, modules of that vintage still operate unless the glass has been broken or water has entered the seals. Life expectancy of solar modules is over 30 years. Most photovoltaic modules come with a 20 to 25 year warranty on power output and may last a lifetime.

THE AMOUNT OF POWER a solar array produces depends on the number of modules you use and the number of daily sunshine hours in your climate. Overcast days with only half normal brightness give half of normal power. Some climates allow much more power in summer than winter. Solar modules can easily be added to your array to increase power as your needs grow. Modules are rated by volts, watts, and amps. The AMP rating is the best indicator of the charging you get and is what you will see on your meter during ideal sun conditions.

SOLAR WORLD residential power modules use quality single crystal cells. Tempered glass front and aluminum mounting frame. They have MC cable leads already attached to their junction box. You will need our 30' MC cable with a male and female end. You cut this cable in half in order to plug it into the pre-installed MC cables and run from there to a combiner box. You may order this cable below. Tested at 50 PSI wind load; 1" hailstones impact at 52mph.

These modules are no longer being manufactured and will be discontinued this year, Backwoods has secured a supply of the last of these modules. Don't miss out on adding to your existing system now.

SW175 ship truck freight; Call for freight quote.

Our O-MC4 Cable is required for our SW175 modules.

These SolarWorld PV modules are designed for use in a wide variety of applications from off-grid residential systems using a MPPT charge controller to high-voltage grid-tie commercial systems. The modules use 60, six-inch semi-square single-crystalline cells in series behind tempered glass within a silver aluminum frame. They have a sealed junction box with bypass diodes and 37.4 inch long output cables with Multi-Contact locking connectors (MC4). The Sunmodule is certified to the stringent safety and design requirements of UL1703 and IEC 61215. All US Sunmodules are currently produced in the ISO 9001:2000 certified Camarillo, California facility. SolarWorld also offers end-of-life module recycling for all Sunmodules.

SolarWorld bonds the tempered glass laminate deep into the aluminum frame with a continuous bead of silicone adhesive. This method guarantees exceptional rigidity for the entire module and prevents the frame from loosening or pulling away from the glass. UL Load rating is 75 pounds per square foot which shows that the module can withstand heavy accumulations of snow and ice.

Sunmodules have a +/-3% power tolerance and a 10-year 90% power warranty, 25-year 80% power warranty. Modules are 65.94” x 39.41” x 1.34” and weigh 48.5 pounds.

SW240 ship truck freight; Call for freight quote.

Our O-MC4 Cable is required for our SW240 modules

O-MC4 CABLE Solarline 2: 30 feet long, locking, single conductor, with one female MC connector on one end and one male MC connector on the other end. Designed to be cut-in half and attached to the corresponding female and male MC connectors already attached to a solar module's junction box...................$30

REC SOLAR Modules

REC AE Series: made in Norway

Uncompromising Quality

The REC AE Series is a high-quality series of solar modules designed to meet exceptional standards for system and module performance.

REC manufactures its own silicon, wafers, cells and modules and does extensive quality control throughout the complete production process. REC can be depended upon to provide a secure, steady supply of modules that are manufactured to the highest standards of quality from beginning to end.

The REC AE Series utilizes:

60 high efficiency, multicrystalline 6.14 inch (156mm) square cells.
Specially treated tempered glass that provides outstanding performance in low-light conditions.
Glass is rated to withstand 3/4 inch hailstones at 120 miles per hour. The modules are designed to withstand heavy snow and wind conditions.
The easy-access rear junction box has built-in bypass diodes to minimize the effects of shading.
The laminate’s Tedlar backing and anodized aluminum frame ensures many years of peak performance.

Quick Installation

Multi-Contact Solarline 2 MC4 locking connectors allow quick and easy inter-module connection, and system installation. The MC FlexSol double-insulated output wiring provides for safer array wiring, and makes the REC AE Series compatible with the use of transformerless inverter technology. This insures that the REC AE Series is ready today to work with tomorrow’s inverter technologies.

Environmentally friendly Products & Processes

The REC AE Series generates reliable and environmentally friendly electricity. The cell and module production processes are designed to maximize recycling and reduce environmental impact. REC polysilicon is manufactured in the US (Moses Lake, WA and Butte, MT). REC wafers, cells and modules are manufactured in Singapore.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR BATTERY CHARGING

MPPT Charge Controller
1 Module for 12v systems
2 modules for 24v systems
3 modules for 48v systems

DATASHEET

Specification Sheet in PDF format (764K)

WARRANTY

90% rated power output after 10 years, 80% of rated power output after 25 years. 63-month limited warranty on materials and workmanship.

Availability on different watt panels varies due to production and supply. We may have 210, 220, or 230W panels available, please feel free to ask.
REC modules ship truck freight; Call for freight quote.

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UL Listed 25 year Warranty Polycrystalline Silicon Module
High Efficiency; High Reliability; High Safety

Mitsubishi has applied leading-edge technology from its space-related applications to terrestrial systems to create high performance photovoltaic power-generation systems for an astonishing range of installations. Mitsubishi has successfully produced the first cells that do not require solder coatings. This accomplishment is a milestone in the development of environmentally friendly composite materials.

Solder free; Black surface field structure; Anti-reflective coating; with MC4 multi contact cabling.

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O-MC4 CABLE: For the MF125UE: 30 feet long, locking, single conductor, with one female MC connector on one end and one male MC connector on the other end. Designed to be cut-in half and attached to the corresponding female and male MC connectors already attached to a solar module's junction box...................$30

In light of Unisolar's decision to discontinue manufacturing their smaller modules, we have decided to offer this new line of modules which are manufactured in China specifically for AEE Solar. AEE Solar has operated out of its California headquarters for over 20 years and will honor any warranty claims arising against these modules.

These Small Glass and Aluminum Framed modules are glass laminated in aluminum frames. The 20 watt module has a small junction box on the back. The 5 and 10 watt modules do not have a junction box. The 5 watt module has a 12" cord and the 10 watt module has an 8' cord attached to the back of the module. Sturdy frames and tempered glass. These modules have a ten year warranty.

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