Premium Walkable Marine Solar Panels
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High Performance Walkable Marine Solar Panel Specifications
SunPower Maxeon A+ Grade Solar Cell Series
Our SunPower Maxeon Series solar panels are made with SunPower Maxeon's latest Generations of 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%. These walkable panels are available is several styles. Standard walk-on panels that are 1/4 inch thick with an aluminum backing, light walk-on panels that are 3/16 inch thick and ideal for hot climates and shade tolerant light walk-on panels ideal for hot climates and mounted where there is shading. Our team can help you determine which style is best for your application.
SunPower Maxeon (A+ Solar Cell) 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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PERC Series (~25% less cost, 1.5% less efficient)
PERC (Passivated Emitter and Rear Contact) cells are about 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 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 22.4%. (Our new HJT cells currently in production are up to 24% efficient) This enables us to provide the same high quality at a lower price per watt.
Semi-Rigid Marine Solar Panels with SunPower Cells
65 Watt Walk On Semi Rigid Solar Panel65 watt walk on semi-rigid SunPower 24.4% efficient solar cell solar panel. Excellent for van roofs and boat decks. A 6 foot long #10 duplex cable included. Drill your own holes if needed in the 6 marked spots. We can supply mounting brackets as well. Come in white or black background. SunPower 24.4% efficient cells, the highest available on the market. Aluminum backing plate for rigidity (slight bending is possible) and sturdiness, and a thick layer of ETFE laminate to further protect the solar cells. For hot environments best to go with the semi rigid Light panels. Same size just less laminate.
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120 Watt Walk On Semi-Rigid Solar PanelThis 120 Watt Walk On Semi-Rigid Marine 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 rigid boat or van surface.
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More Semi-Rigid Marine Solar Panels with SunPower Cells Walk-on
65 Watt Walk On Semi-Rigid Light Solar PanelThis 65 Watt Walk On Semi-Rigid - Light Series - Marine monocrystalline solar panel uses premium SunPower solar cells and will perform extremely well in both full and partial sun. This new "walkable light" panel that is about 3 mm thinner (4mm vs 7mm) with a thinner aluminum backing plate. They are walkable but it is not recommended to dance or drive on. The upside is they dissipate heat better and thus perform better in hot climates. It is built to withstand the harsh marine environment and is ideal for mounting on a rigid boat or van surface. A 6 foot long #10 duplex cable included.
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120 Watt Walk On Semi-Rigid Light Solar PanelThis 120 Watt Walk On Semi-Rigid Light Marine monocrystalline solar panel uses premium SunPower solar cells and will perform extremely well in both full and partial sun. This new "walkable light" panel that is about 3 mm thinner (4mm vs 7mm) with a thinner aluminum backing plate. They are walkable but it is not recommended to dance or drive on. The upside is they dissipate heat better and thus perform better in hot climates. It is built to withstand the harsh marine environment and is ideal for mounting on a rigid boat or van surface.
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125 Watt Walk On Semi-Rigid Light Solar PanelThis 125 Watt Walk On Semi-Rigid - Light Series - Marine monocrystalline solar panel uses premium SunPower solar cells and will perform extremely well in both full and partial sun. This new "walkable light" panel that is about 3 mm thinner (4mm vs 7mm) with a thinner aluminum backing plate. They are walkable but it is not recommended to dance or drive on. The upside is they dissipate heat better and thus perform better in hot climates. It is built to withstand the harsh marine environment and is ideal for mounting on a rigid boat or van surface.
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165 Watt Walk On Semi-Rigid Light Solar PanelThis 165 Watt (formerly 150 watt) Walk On Semi-Rigid - Light Series - Marine monocrystalline solar panel uses premium SunPower solar cells and will perform extremely well in both full and partial sun. This new "walkable light" panel that is about 3 mm thinner (4mm vs 7mm) with a thinner aluminum backing plate. They are walkable but it is not recommended to dance or drive on. The upside is they dissipate heat better and thus perform better in hot climates. It is built to withstand the harsh marine environment and is ideal for mounting on a rigid boat or van surface.
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180 Watt Walk On Semi-Rigid Light Solar PanelsThis 180 watt light walkable monocrystalline solar panel uses premium A+ Grade Sunpower solar cells (24.4% efficient) and will perform extremely well in both full and partial sun. This new "walkable light" panel that is about 3 mm thinner (4mm vs 7mm) with a thinner aluminum backing plate. The upside is they dissipate heat better and thus perform better in hot climates. It is built to withstand the harsh marine environment and is ideal for mounting on boat decks and van roofs, racks, or decks. It is available in black or white backgrounds.
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200 Watt Walk On Semi-Rigid Light Solar Panels200 Watt Semi-Rigid Light Walk-on Marine Solar Panel - Premium A+ grade SunPower Solar Cells. This 200 watt semi-rigid monocrystalline solar panel 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 the rigid surface of a boat or van. You can walk on it with no worries. This new "walkable light" panel that is about 3 mm thinner (4mm vs 7mm) with a thinner aluminum backing plate. The upside is they dissipate heat better and thus perform better in hot climates.
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Semi-Rigid Solar Panels with SunPower Cells
Shade Tolerant, Walk-on
100 Watt Shade Tolerant Semi-Rigid Light Solar PanelThis 100 Watt Walk On Semi-Rigid SunPower solar cell solar panel is 24.4% efficient. Designed to minimize the effects of shading. A 6 foot long #10 duplex cable included. Drill your own holes if needed in the 4 marked spots. Ideal for hot environments. This new "walkable light" panel that is about 3 mm thinner (4mm vs 7mm) with a thinner aluminum backing plate. They are walkable but it is not recommended to dance or drive on. The upside is they dissipate heat better and thus perform better in hot climates. It is built to withstand the harsh marine environment and is ideal for mounting on a rigid boat or van surface.
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240 Watt Shade Tolerant Semi-Rigid Light Solar Panel240 Watt Shade Tolerant Semi-Rigid Light SunPower Solar Panels that are 24.4% efficient. Excellent for van roofs and boat decks. Designed to minimize the effects of shading. 6 foot long #10 duplex cable included. Drill your own holes if needed in the 4 marked spots. Ideal for hot environments. This new "walkable light" panel that is about 3 mm thinner (4mm vs 7mm) with a thinner aluminum backing plate and dissipates heat better than the regular walkable panels so it performs better on hot days, but is not as rugged.
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325 Watt Shade Tolerant Semi-Rigid Light Solar Panel325 Watt Shade Tolerant Semi-Rigid Light Solar Panels that are 24.4% efficient. Excellent for van roofs and boat decks. Designed to minimize the effects of shading. 6 foot long #10 duplex cable included. Drill your own holes if needed in the 4 marked spots. Ideal for hot environments. This new "walkable light" panel that is about 3 mm thinner (4mm vs 7mm) with a thinner aluminum backing plate and dissipates heat better than the regular walkable panels so it performs better on hot days, but is not as rugged.
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Semi-Rigid Solar Panels with SunPower Cells - Carbon Fiber Backed, Walk-on
65 Watt Walk On Semi-Rigid Solar Panel - Carbon Fiber Series65 watt walk-on carbon fiber backed semi-rigid SunPower 24.4% efficient solar cell solar panel. Excellent for van roofs and boat decks. 6 foot long #10 duplex cable included. Carbon fiber backing plate for rigidity (slight bending is possible) and sturdiness, and a thick layer of ETFE laminate to further protect the solar cells.
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100 Watt Walk On Semi-Rigid Solar Panel - Carbon Fiber Series100 Watt Walk On carbon fiber backed semi-rigid SunPower 24.4% efficient solar cell solar panel. Excellent for van roofs and boat decks. 6 foot long #10 duplex cable included. Drill your own holes if needed in the 4 marked spots. Carbon fiber backing plate for rigidity (slight bending is possible) and sturdiness, and a thick layer of ETFE laminate to further protect the solar cells.
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165 Watt Walk On Semi-Rigid Solar Panel - Carbon Fiber Series165 Watt Semi-Rigid Marine Solar Panel - Premium A+ grade SunPower Solar Cells at 24.4% efficient, the highest efficiency solar cells commercially available. This is a new product, we have added carbon fiber backing which is both light to dissipate heat as well as tough and rigid to take abuse. It is built to withstand the harsh marine environment and is ideal for mounting on a boat deck or a van's roof, roof deck, or rack. You can walk on it with no worries.
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Semi-Rigid Marine Solar Panels with PERC/HJT Cells
60 Watt Walk On Semi-Rigid Solar Panel - HJT CellsElevate your marine or van power system with the 60 Watt Walk On Semi-Rigid Solar Panel from Custom Marine Products. Designed with advanced HJT cells, this semi-rigid panel delivers exceptional efficiency, durability, and will perform well in both full and partial sun 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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110 Watt Walk On Semi-Rigid Solar Panel - PERC CellsElevate your marine or van power system with the 110 Watt Semi-Rigid 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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120 Watt Walk On Semi-Rigid Solar Panel - PERC CellsElevate your marine or van power system with the 120 Watt Semi-Rigid 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 Walk On Semi-Rigid Solar Panel - PERC CellsElevate your marine or van power system with the 110 Watt Walk On Semi-Rigid 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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225 Watt Walk On Semi-Rigid Solar Panel - PERC CellsElevate your marine or van power system with the 225 Watt Semi-Rigid 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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330 Watt Walk On Semi-Rigid Solar Panel - PERC CellsElevate your marine or van power system with the 330 Watt Semi-Rigid 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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Semi-Rigid Marine Solar Panels with HJT/PERC Cells - Light Weight Walk-on
155 Watt Semi-Rigid Light Solar Panel - PERC CellsThis 155-watt Light monocrystalline solar panel features premium HJT/PERC solar cells, ensuring exceptional performance in both full and partial sunlight. This new "walkable light" panel that is about 3 mm thinner (4mm vs 7mm) with a thinner aluminum backing plate. They are walkable but it is not recommended to dance or drive on. The upside is they dissipate heat better and thus perform better in hot climates.. Perfect for mounting on rigid boat surfaces, van or RV roofs, or roof racks, it is available with a black or white background, making it ideal for hot climates. The panel comes with a straightforward 5-year prorated warranty.
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175 Watt Semi-Rigid Light Solar Panel - HJT CellsThis 175 Watt Light monocrystalline solar panel features premium HJT solar cells, ensuring exceptional performance in both full and partial sunlight. This new "walkable light" panel that is about 3 mm thinner (4mm vs 7mm) with a thinner aluminum backing plate. They are walkable but it is not recommended to dance or drive on. The upside is they dissipate heat better and thus perform better in hot climates.. Perfect for mounting on rigid boat surfaces, van or RV roofs, or roof racks, it is available with a black or white background, making it ideal for hot climates. The panel comes with a straightforward 5-year prorated warranty.
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Mounting Semi-rigid Walk On Marine Solar Panels
There are at least three ways to mount the semi-rigid solar panels on a rigid surface.
- They can be screwed down directly to the deck surface at each corner. We recommend a stainless screw with an oversized washer.
- They can be taped down directly to the deck with double sided Very High Bond (VHB) tape. Because the back side of the panel has a pebbled surface like the front side for air circulation, the tape must have a foam core of at least 1/8 inch to secure the panel.
- The third method is our preferred method. We have assembled a mounting kit consisting of two 'J' shaped aluminum extrusions. Buy the 1" VHB tape from Amazon on your own. The extrusions are mounted on each side of the long sides of the panel and adhered to the deck surface with the tape. If the deck surface is not conducive to adhering the tape, the 'J' extrusions can be screwed to the deck and the panel slid into position. This mounting method allows for the panel to be slid out of the extrusion for removal and cleaning of the deck surface. See pictures below.
Call us any time for help with your boat's solar panels or solar system, we're happy to talk you through the design of your custom solar system. We specialize in marine solar and all types of boating solar panels, complete solar systems and lithium battery energy storage. We pride ourselves on our service both before and after your purchase.