The Gallery of Marine Flexible Solar Panels Installations, Lensun Solar Energy
It is important to use marine solar panels to ensure that you have a system designed to withstand the harsh conditions at sea. Flexible solar panels can be used to create a flush finish and can even be walked on for extra mounting options.
It is important to use marine solar panels to ensure that you have a system designed to withstand the harsh conditions at sea. Flexible solar panels can be used to create a flush finish and can even be walked on for extra mounting options.
Learning how to install marine solar panels will include calculations to determine what size and how many solar panels you will need. This information is readily available on the Internet by searching the question: “What size solar panel do I need” on your favorite search engine. The rule of thumb is to allow for 20% more solar panel power than you estimate you will need.
The simple answer to how to install marine solar panels is: in the sun. Select locations that will get maximum sunlight without shaded spots. But how to select placement of Solar Panels? Once you have determined the size and number of solar panels needed, you will be better able to determine where they will be placed. The best places depend on the boat’s configuration and size of the panels. In placing marine solar panels, consider the use of extra bars/braces to secure the panels. You obviously want them to remain stable. The following ways is the installation options for your flexible solar panels.
1. Canvas installations:
Lensun semi-flexible panels can be installed directly into canvas biminis and dodgers because they are so thin and light. The panel can actually be stitched through for velcro or zipper attachment. With this type of installation, the panels can be removed easily and stowed safely during the off season. Additionally, this type of installation is a great option if you don’t want to affect the aesthetics of your boat.
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2. Deck Installations:
Panels can be installed into the deck a number of different ways. Some panels can be ordered with a back side, peel and stick adhesive. Panels can also be installed with fasteners or double sided VHB tape. In all cases we recommend that you seal around the edges of the panel. Additionally, we recommend that the panel is fully supported and unable to bend if it will be walked on at all.
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3. Davits and rail installations:
Glass panels are great for these installations. Semi-flexible panels can be installed for these applications as long as they are well-supported and cannot bend beyond their rating. Check the following pictures for them.
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Take your time and think it through. Read the instructions that came with your solar panels. You will want to avoid all violations of warranty terms. And we will continue to collect pictures of our customers’ solar panel installations. Our hope is that these will provide ideas and alternatives for designing and installing solar panel systems. If you have any other advice about installation, Please send pictures of your installation to us at info@lensunsolar.com and we will share them.
Welcome to visit our other installation cases of Lensun Flexible solar panels and get more information about how to install your solar panels.
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