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Volt-Ampre Capacity of Solar Panels

11/02/2010 11:35 AM

I need supply 5kva of fountan pump loads by solar panels. what would be the total sq.ft. requirement of the solar panels?
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Re: Volt-Ampre Capacity of Solar Panels

11/02/2010 1:41 PM

Do a web search on the term "PV solar panel calculator", there are hundreds of free sites that will give you options. None of them will agree, but that's half the fun!

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11/02/2010 3:01 PM

For any given load the sq. ft. could vary by manufacturer. What you need to do is express your load in terms of watts and select your panels accordingly. Google solar panels and pick a Mfr. that fits your pistol.

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Re: Volt-Ampre Capacity of Solar Panels

11/03/2010 11:27 AM

It depends upon the strength of the sunshine.

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