Premium Flexible Marine Solar Panels For Boat Biminis
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2 145 watt (1st iteration, 2nd iteration has j box at end and 155 watts same footprint) shade tolerant bimini marine solar panels
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Our SunPower monocrystalline cell and HJT/PERC monocrystalline cell flexible 55-240 watt high efficiency (up to 25.4%) solar panels are manufactured to our specifications by highly acclaimed solar panel manufacturers.
Unique features of our flexible marine grade panels include the following:
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145 watt flexible bimini mounted marine solar panels
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High Performance CMP Marine Solar Panel Specifications Summary
SunPower Maxeon Series
Our SunPower Maxeon Series solar panels are made with SunPower Maxeon Gen III solar cells which have the highest energy yield (power output) of any solar cell commercially available. SunPower Maxeon cell technology uses a back contact design which maximizes the sunlight energy available to each solar cell and enables a sunlight to electric conversion efficiency of up to 25.4%. Excellent for bimini and dodger canvas mounting.
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CMP23060F CMP23070F CMP23115F-120 CMP23145F-145 CMP23175F-180 CMP23115F-120-ST CMP23130F-140-ST CMP23145F-155-ST CMP23240F-ST CMP23260FX-ST |
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SunPower Maxeon Shade Tolerant Series ***** NEW *****
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Solar panel shading is an issue for many boat owners. Shading can reduce a standard panel performance by over 60%. CMPower has developed a series of semi-flexible and walk-on shade tolerant solar panels that provide superior performance when shaded by boat equipment or nearby objects. Extensive field testing has shown that CMPower shade tolerant panels will produce up to 40% more power than comparable standard solar panels in shading conditions.
CMPower solar panels have high performance SunPower Maxeon solar cells which offer shade tolerant capabilities. CMPower shade tolerant solar panels with SunPower solar cells offer significantly higher energy production capabilities under shading conditions. Background: Typical commercially available solar panels contain solar cells wired in series strings running down the length of the panel and back up to the junction box. There are one to five series strings of cells running the length of the panel. When the panel is shaded across the series strings i.e. boom shading, the panel performance is significantly degraded by the shaded cells. (like the weak link in a chain). CMPower shade tolerant solar panels are wired in sections with short strings of half-cut solar cells and diodes isolating each section. If one or two sections are shaded, the other sections perform at normal output. The result is a panel that will provide up to 40% higher output than standard panels when shaded. These amazing shade tolerant panels are ideal for bimini and dodger mounting where there is boom, mast and instrument pole shading. Advantages:
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Design of a Typical Solar Panel
Design of CMPower Shade Tolerant Solar Panels
Red bar represents shading.
Shading will knock out a typical solar panel but only a small section of a Shade Tolerant solar panel. |
PERC HJT Series (25% less cost, 1.5% less efficient)
PERC (Passivated Emitter and Rear Contact) cells and HJT (Heterojunction) cells are about 1.5% less efficient than Sunpower cells and cost about 25% less. These modified conventional cells produce 6 to 12 percent more energy than conventional monocrystalline solar cells. Premium PERC and HJT solar cells have an extra layer within the back side of the cell. This allows some of the sun’s rays to reflect back into the solar cell, increasing the amount of energy produced resulting in a conversion efficiency of up to 24%. This enables us to provide the same high quality at a lower price per watt. Manufacture of panels with PERC and HJT cells can be automated, further reducing their cost. These solar panels are excellent for bimini and dodger mounting. PERC and HJT cells are a very mature product. The quality is stable. In places where sunshine is strong, both PERC, HJT and SunPower are excellent. Under low/weak light say when there is shading or at the start and end of the day when the sun is low, SunPower cells will usually produce the highest Watts per day.
We also have these panels in stock:
Semi-flexible 290 W, 78 PERC cells (6 x 13) with black background 1,132 mm x 1,266 mm (44.6” x 49.8”) Pre-installed VHB tape
Semi-flexible 400 W, 108 PERC cells (6 x 18) with black background 1,127 mm x 1,728 mm (44.4” x 68.0”) Pre-installed VHB tape, Junction box in middle of panel
Semi-flexible 290 W, 78 PERC cells (6 x 13) with black background 1,132 mm x 1,266 mm (44.6” x 49.8”) Pre-installed VHB tape
Semi-flexible 400 W, 108 PERC cells (6 x 18) with black background 1,127 mm x 1,728 mm (44.4” x 68.0”) Pre-installed VHB tape, Junction box in middle of panel
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Semi-Flexible Marine Solar Panels with SunPower Cells
60 Watt Flexible Marine Solar Panel - SunPower CellsThese 55 Watt Flexible Solar Panels are ideal for mounting on a canvas bimini or a curved deck surface. Mounting grommets, MC4 connectors and blocking diodes are included.
Specifications:
Panel Type: Class A Monocrystalline 32 SunPower Cells Rated Power 60 Watts Peak Power Voltage (Vmpp) 19.8 Volts Peak Power Amps (Impp) 2.93 Amps Open Circuit Voltage (Voc) 23.4 Volts Short Circuit Current (Isc) 3.1 Amps Cell Conversion Efficiency 24% Manufacturers Warranty 1 Year @ 80%+ 4 Yrs prorated Dimensions 21.3" X 22.8" 540mm X 580mm Weight 3.3 pounds, 1.5 kg Output Connections: MC4 Connectors on 3 Foot Pigtails Available in black(CMP23055FB) or white backing (CMP23055F) |
70 Watt Flexible Marine Solar Panel - SunPower CellsThese 70 Watt Flexible Marine Solar Panels are ideal for mounting on a canvas bimini or a curved deck surface. Mounting grommets, MC4 connectors and blocking diodes are included.
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Panel Type: Class A Monocrystalline 40 SunPower Cells Rated Power 70 Watts Peak Power Voltage (Vmpp) 19.8 Volts Peak Power Amps (Impp) 3.6 Amps Open Circuit Voltage (Voc) 23.4 Volts Short Circuit Current (Isc) 3.9 Amps Cell Conversion Efficiency 24% Manufacturers Warranty 1 Year @ 80% + 4 Yrs prorated Dimensions 21.3" X 27.8" 540mm X 705mm Weight 3.8 pounds, 1.7 kg Output Connections: MC4 Connectors on 3 Foot Pigtails |
120 Watt Flexible Marine Solar Panel - SunPower CellsThese Premium 120 Watt Flexible Marine Solar Panels are ideal for mounting on a canvas top or a curved deck surface. Six mounting holes with grommets, MC4 connectors and blocking diodes are included. They come with the most advanced solar cells available commercially, at 24.4% efficient by SunPower. They measure 21.25x42.1 inches. They have an ETFE laminate that won't delaminate or go milky.
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Panel Type: Class A Monocrystalline 32 SunPower Cells Rated Power 120 Watts Peak Power Voltage (Vmpp) 19.6 Volts Peak Power Amps (Impp) 6.20 Amps Open Circuit Voltage (Voc) 23.1 Volts Short Circuit Current (Isc) 6.7 Amps Cell Conversion Efficiency 24.4% Manufacturers Warranty 1 Year @ 80% + 4 Yrs prorated Dimensions 21.25" X 42.25" 540mm X 1070mm Weight 6.2 pounds, 2.8 kg Output Connections: MC4 Connectors on 3 Foot Pigtails |
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180 Watt Flexible Marine Solar Panel - SunPower Cells |
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These 155 Watt Semi-flexible Marine Solar Panels use 24.4% efficient SunPower solar cells. They are ideal for mounting on a bimini top or a curved deck surface. Mounting grommets, MC4 connectors and blocking diodes are included.
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This 180 watt monocrystalline solar panel uses premium SunPower solar cells and will perform extremely well in both full and partial sun. It is built to withstand the harsh marine environment and is ideal for mounting on a Canvas bimini, canvas dodger or rigid boat surface. It is available in a white background and measures 36.4 x 37.6 inches.
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Panel Type: Class A Monocrystalline 40 SunPower Cells Rated Power 145 Watts Peak Power Voltage (Vmpp) 24.5 Volts Peak Power Amps (Impp) 5.9 Amps Open Circuit Voltage (Voc) 28.9 Volts Short Circuit Current (Isc) 6.3 Amps Cell Conversion Efficiency 24.4% Manufacturers Warranty 1 Year @ 80% + 4 Yrs prorated Dimensions 21.25" X 52.4" 540mm X 1330mm Weight 6.6 pounds, 3 kg Output Connections: MC4 Connectors on 3 Foot Pigtails |
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Panel Type: Class A Monocrystalline 49 SunPower Cells Rated Power 180 Watts Peak Power Voltage (Vmpp) 30.0 Volts Peak Power Amps (Impp) 6.0 Amps Open Circuit Voltage (Voc) 35.4 Volts Short Circuit Current (Isc) 6.4 Amps Cell Conversion Efficiency 24.4% Manufacturer's Warranty 1 Year @ 80% + 4 Yrs prorated Dimensions 36.4" X 37.6" 924mm X 955mm Weight 11 pounds, 5 kg Output Connections: MC4 Connectors on 3 Foot Pigtails |
Semi-Flexible Marine Solar Panels with SunPower Cells - Shade Tolerant ***** NEW *****
120 Watt Shade Tolerant Flexible Solar Panel
These panels are ideal for mounting on a bimini, dodger or a curved deck surface. Mounting grommets, MC4 connectors and blocking diodes are included. These panel provide excellent performance when partially shaded by the boom, mast and equipment. They use the highest efficiency SunPower solar cells available. They are split into four quadrants that all operate independently so if one quadrant is shaded the other three have full power output. They put out 23 volts Voc and measure 21.3x42.1. Best to run between support bars, not over them to avoid cell damage.
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Panel Type: Class A Monocrystalline 32 SunPower Cells Rated Power 120 Watts Peak Power Voltage (Vmpp) 19.6 Volts Peak Power Amps (Impp) 6.0 Amps Open Circuit Voltage (Voc) 23.1 Volts Short Circuit Current (Isc) 6.5 Amps Cell Conversion Efficiency 24.4% Manufacturers Warranty 1 Year @ 80% + 4 Yrs prorated Dimensions 21.3" X 42.7" 540mm X 1085mm Weight 6.2 pounds, 2.8 kg Output Connections: MC4 Connectors on 3 Foot Pigtails |
130 Watt Shade Tolerant Flexible Marine Solar Panel - Sunpower A+ Grade 24.4% Efficient CellsThese 130 Watt Shade Tolerant Semi-flexible Marine Solar Panels are ideal for mounting on a bimini top or a curved deck surface. Mounting grommets, MC4 connectors and blocking diodes are included.
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155 Watt Shade Tolerant Flexible Solar PanelThese panels are ideal for mounting on a bimini, dodger or a curved deck surface. They have the highest efficiency available SunPower solar cells at 24.4% efficient allowing maximum power per square inch available. Mounting grommets, MC4 connectors and blocking diodes are included. They come with two 3 foot pigtails. These panel provide excellent performance when shaded by the boom, mast and equipment poles. They are split into four quadrants that all operate independently so if one quadrant is shaded the other three have full power output. They measure 21.3x53 inches and puts out 27 volts Voc and 6.3 amps nominal. Best to run them between support bars, not over them to avoid cracking the solar cells. Lots more information here. Bolt kits are how we recommend mounting them though magnet kits work well also, holding to 35 knots.
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Panel Type: Class A Monocrystalline 40 SunPower Cells Rated Power 155 Watts Peak Power Voltage (Vmpp) 24.5 Volts Peak Power Amps (Impp) 5.9 Amps Open Circuit Voltage (Voc) 28.9 Volts Short Circuit Current (Isc) 6.3 Amps Cell Conversion Efficiency 24.4% Manufacturers Warranty 1 Year @ 80% + 4 Yrs prorated Dimensions 21.3" X 52.9" 540mm X 1330mm Weight 7 pounds, 3.2 kg Output Connections: MC4 Connectors on 3 Foot Pigtails |
240 Watt Sunpower A+ Grade Cells Flexible Marine Solar Panel - Shade Tolerant SeriesPicture is not accurate. 240 watt semi-flexible SunPower A+ grade 24.4+% efficient solar cell solar panel. Excellent for canvas mounting, bimini tops, van roofs and boat decks. Designed to minimize the effects of shading. 3 foot long #10 cable with MC4 connectors included. Measures 31.5 x58.3 inches, 800x1480 mm.
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Panel Type: Class A Monocrystalline 49 SunPower Cells Rated Power 240 Watts Peak Power Voltage (Vmpp) 40.4 Volts Peak Power Amps (Impp) 6.0 Amps Open Circuit Voltage (Voc) 47.7 Volts Short Circuit Current (Isc) 6.3 Amps Cell Conversion Efficiency 24.4% Manufacturer's Warranty 1 Year @ 80% + 4 Yrs prorated Dimensions 32.3" X 59.1" 790mm X 1480mm Weight 14 pounds, 6.4 kg Output Connections: MC4 connectors on 3 foot pigtails |
Semi-Flexible Marine Solar Panels with PERC Cells
60Watt Flexible Solar Panel - PERC CellsThese panels are ideal for mounting on a bimini top or a curved deck surface. Mounting grommets, MC4 connectors and blocking diodes are included.
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Panel Type: Class A Monocrystalline PERC Cells Rated Power 60 Watts Peak Power Voltage (Vmpp) 20.88 Volts Peak Power Amps (Impp) 2.87 Amps Open Circuit Voltage (Voc) 24.43 Volts Short Circuit Current (Isc) 3.1 Amps Cell Conversion Efficiency 22.5 % Manufacturers Warranty 1 Year @ 80% + 4 Yrs prorated Dimensions 20.1" X 26.8" 650mm X 510mm Weight 3.5 pounds, 1.6 kg Output Connections: MC4 Connectors on 3 Foot Pigtails |
95 Watt Flexible Solar Panel - PERC CellsThese panels are ideal for mounting on a bimini top or a curved deck.
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Panel Type: Class A Monocrystalline PERC Cells Rated Power 95Watts Peak Power Voltage (Vmpp) 20.88 Volts Peak Power Amps (Impp) 4.55 Amps Open Circuit Voltage (Voc) 24.43 Volts Short Circuit Current (Isc) 4.91 Amps Cell Conversion Efficiency 22.5 % Manufacturers Warranty 1 Year @ 80% + 4 Yrs prorated Dimensions 20.1" X 40.4" 1025mm X 510mm Weight 3.5 pounds, 2.2 kg Output Connections: MC4 Connectors on 3 Foot Pigtails |
115 Watt Flexible Solar Panel - PERC CellsThese panels are ideal for mounting on a canvas top or a curved deck surface. Mounting grommets, MC4 connectors and blocking diodes are included. Available in black or white backing. Pictures are not of this panel but it is similar.
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Panel Type: Class A Monocrystalline PERC Cells Rated Power 115 Watts Peak Power Voltage (Vmpp) 20.88 Volts Peak Power Amps (Impp) 5.51 Amps Open Circuit Voltage (Voc) 24.43 Volts Short Circuit Current (Isc) 5.95 Amps Cell Conversion Efficiency 22.5 % Manufacturers Warranty 1 Year @ 80% + 4 Yrs prorated Dimensions 20.1" X 48" 1220mm X 510mm Weight 4.2 pounds, 2.5 kg Output Connections: MC4 Connectors on 3 Foot Pigtails |
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