High Performance CMP Semi-Flexible Marine Solar Panel Specifications Summary
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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.
SunPower Maxeon Shade Tolerant Series ***** NEW *****
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Solar panel shading is a major issue on many boats. Shading can reduce a standard panel performance by over 60%. Custom Marine Products has developed a series of semi-flexible shade tolerant solar panels that have superior performance when partially shaded by boat equipment or nearby objects. These solar panels have high performance SunPower Maxeon cells. The diagram to the left illustrates how these amazing panels work. The junction box is mounted in the center or the edge of the panel enabling the panel to have four quadrants of solar cells linked in series and isolated with diodes. If one or two quadrants are shaded, the other quadrants perform at normal output. The result is a panel that will provide up to three times the output of a standard panel when shaded. These shade tolerant panels are ideal for bimini and dodger mounting where there is boom, mast and instrument pole shading. Patent pending
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Shade tolerant marine solar panel built to mount on biminis under booms
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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
Semi-Flexible Marine Solar Panels with SunPower Cells
55 Watt Flexible Solar PanelThese 55 Watt Flexible Solar Panels are ideal for mounting on a canvas top or a curved deck surface. Mounting grommets, MC4 connectors and blocking diodes are included.
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70 Watt Flexible Marine Solar PanelThese 70 Watt Flexible Marine Solar Panels are ideal for mounting on a canvas top or a curved deck surface. Mounting grommets, MC4 connectors and blocking diodes are included.
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120 Watt Flexible Solar PanelThese 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 have an ETFE laminate that won't delaminate or go milky.
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145 Watt Flexible Marine Solar PanelThese 145 Watt 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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180 Watt Flexible Marine Solar PanelThis 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.
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Semi-Flexible Marine Solar Panels with SunPower Cells - Shade Tolerant
120 Watt Shade Tolerant Flexible Solar PanelThese 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. Lots more information here.
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130 Watt Shade Tolerant Flexible Marine Solar PanelThese 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 canvas bimini or dodger. They provide excellent performance when shaded by the boom, mast or anything else because they are split into four quadrants that all operate independently so if one quadrant is shaded the other three have full power output. They have the highest efficiency commercially available SunPower solar cells at 24.4% efficient allowing maximum power per square inch available. Mounting grommets and blocking diodes (protected by silicone) are included. They come with two 3 foot pigtails with MC4 connectors on the positive wire and the negative wire. Best to run them between support bars, not over them to avoid cracking the solar cells. Bolt kits are how we recommend mounting them though magnet kits work well also, holding to 35 knots.
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240 Watt Shade Tolerant Flexible Solar PanelOur 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.
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Semi-Flexible Marine Solar Panels with PERC Cells
60 Watt Flexible Solar Panel - PERC CellsElevate your marine or van power system with the 60 Watt Flexible Solar Panel from Custom Marine Products. Featuring advanced PERC cells, this panel offers exceptional efficiency and durability, perfect for curved surfaces like bimini tops or decks. Complete with mounting grommets, MC4 connectors, and blocking diodes for seamless installation and reliable performance.
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95 Watt Flexible Solar Panel - PERC CellsElevate your marine or van power system with the 95 Watt Flexible Solar Panel from Custom Marine Products. Featuring advanced PERC cells, this panel offers exceptional efficiency and durability, perfect for curved surfaces like bimini tops or decks. Complete with mounting grommets, MC4 connectors, and blocking diodes for seamless installation and reliable performance.
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115 Watt Flexible Solar Panel - PERC CellsElevate your marine or van power system with the 115 Watt Flexible Solar Panel from Custom Marine Products. Designed with advanced PERC cells, this semi-flexible panel delivers exceptional efficiency and durability, making it ideal for mounting on curved surfaces such as bimini tops or decks. Complete with mounting grommets, MC4 connectors, and blocking diodes, this panel ensures seamless installation and reliable performance. Whether for boating or van life, this solar panel offers a robust solution to your renewable energy needs.
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130 Watt Flexible Solar Panel - PERC CellsElevate your marine or van power system with the 130 Watt Flexible Solar Panel from Custom Marine Products. Designed with advanced PERC cells, this semi-flexible panel delivers exceptional efficiency and durability, making it ideal for mounting on curved surfaces such as bimini tops or decks. Complete with mounting grommets, MC4 connectors, and blocking diodes, this panel ensures seamless installation and reliable performance. Whether for boating or van life, this solar panel offers a robust solution to your renewable energy needs.
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150 Watt Flexible Solar Panel - PERC CellsElevate your marine or van power system with the 150 Watt Flexible Solar Panel from Custom Marine Products. Designed with advanced PERC cells, this semi-flexible panel delivers exceptional efficiency and durability, making it ideal for mounting on curved surfaces such as bimini tops or decks. Complete with mounting grommets, MC4 connectors, and blocking diodes, this panel ensures seamless installation and reliable performance. Whether for boating or van life, this solar panel offers a robust solution to your renewable energy needs.
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Walkable marine solar panels, 170 watt Sunpower 25.4% efficient solar cells
Our SunPower monocrystalline cell and PERC monocrystalline cell flexible 55-240 watt high efficiency solar panels are manufactured to our specifications by highly acclaimed solar panel manufacturers.
Unique features of our flexible marine grade panels include the following:
Unique features of our flexible marine grade panels include the following:
- Quality materials - We use impermeable ETFE laminates that will not cloud of degrade with exposure to intense UV light.
- High Performance when partially shaded: We have blocking diodes throughout the panels to shut off non-producing cells automatically and draw power from producing cells. Our cells are A+ grade cells that continue to produce power even when partially shaded.
- Grade A+ SunPower solar cells - The panels are comparable in performance to our rigid panels. They produce high power at low sun angles and when partially shaded - ideal for cruising sailboats and all marine applications needing maximum output from limited space.
- Mounting flexibility - Flexible panels will contour and flex against curved surfaces with a maximum bending radius of 30 degrees, ideal for mounting on a bimini top or a curved deck surface.
- Mounting options - Each panel can be affixed by high bond tape, snap, magnetic or screw mounting. Our screw mounting system has become the most popular method of attaching solar panels to canvas biminis and dodgers. Grommets are an added bonus for ease-of-installation.
- Plug and play - All panels come with industry standard waterproof MC4 connectors on 3 foot (1 meter) long pigtails.
- Maximum output with shading - Our proprietary Shade Tolerant panels are designed to provide maximum output under shading conditions like boom shading.
- Purchase options - These panels can be purchased individually or as a complete easy to install kit.
- Durable - Although not recommended, the panels can be lightly stepped on.
2 145 watt shade tolerant bimini marine solar panels
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3x115 watt flexible bimini mounted marine solar panel kit
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145 watt flexible bimini mounted marine solar panels
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240 watt flexible solar panel kit mounted on bimini
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