Available in 80W and 108W versions with high-efficiency SunPower Maxeon cells, the kit offers wind resistance up to 25 m/s and is easy to install on unused boat surfaces, according to the manufacturer.
Italian PV module manufacturer Solbian has unveiled a new solar kit designed for installation on boat davits.
“The solution offers both recreational sailors and maritime professionals a simple and efficient way to generate sustainable energy on board, making use of surfaces that often go unused,” said a company spokesperson. pv magazine.
The SunBoard kit includes Solbian’s first rigid frame module, designed to provide a stable, distortion-free surface for davit installation. The panel is securely attached to the upper davit and stanchions using ropes attached to the edge eyelets, ensuring maximum stability even during storage or in strong gusts of wind, the company said. The bottom edge of the module is mounted on an aluminum rod with sliding clips, allowing the panel to be positioned and tilted between 0° and 90° for optimal sun exposure.
The solar panel is available in two variants, SunBoard Kit S and SunBoard Kit M, both with highly efficient SunPower Maxeon back-contact cells. Kit S delivers 80W of power with a conversion efficiency of 24.0%, measures 670mm x 535mm x 10mm and weighs 2.2kg. The larger Kit M produces 108W at 24.4% efficiency and shares the same footprint as Kit S, but is slightly heavier at 2.8kg.
The electrical specifications include maximum supply voltages of 14 V (Kit S) and 19 V (Kit M), with currents at maximum power of 5.7 A. Open-circuit voltages are 16.7 V and 22.5 V, while short-circuit currents are 6 A. The panels operate at temperatures from -40 C to 85 C, with a temperature coefficient of -0.27%/C.
Each panel features 5mm eyelets for secure mounting and dual junction boxes compatible with MC4 connectors, available in both port and starboard versions. Optional accessories include extension cables and deck penetrations. The system supports a maximum voltage of 1,000 V and a reverse current of 12 A, with a five-year manufacturer’s warranty.
According to Solbian, the kit is also designed to withstand wind speeds of up to 25 m/s, making it a robust and flexible solution for on-board solar energy generation.
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