Thanks to the replys on the 48 volt panels.... I have found one myself, the panels are only 60 watt panels but are smaller and easy to store in case of bad weather... here is the link
http://www.wholesal
The panels are $227.00 but as I said they are smaller and easily stored... Dave K
--- On Sat, 6/13/09, James Sizemore <james@deny.org> wrote:
From: James Sizemore <james@deny.org>
Subject: Re: [Electric Boats] Re: Parts List for Electric Conversion (48 volt solar panels)
To: electricboats@
Date: Saturday, June 13, 2009, 10:40 AM
I don't know if they have a cell with that high a voltage, but they
have very good prices:
http://www.sunelec.
On Jun 13, 2009, at 7:57 AM, merrick white wrote:
>
>
> Here is where I got mine: http://www.mrsolar.
>
> But you may want to google it since someone may have a better price
> now. I have a ProStar-15 controller that has worked well so far.
>
> You mentioned being in FL. We are sitting out hurricane season in
> Ft. Myers. If that is close to you I would be glad to show you my
> set-up. You can also see the panel on my blog at: www.risingstarsouth
> . click on the picture in the latest post. It's mounted on the
> starboard davit.
>
> Merrick
>
> --- In electricboats@
> wrote:
> >
> > Marrick, could you supply the name of the 48 volt supplier?
> Dave K
> >
> > --- On Fri, 6/12/09, merrick white <r__merrick_
> >
> > From: merrick white <r__merrick_
> > Subject: [Electric Boats] Re: Parts List for Electric Conversion
> > To: electricboats@
> > Date: Friday, June 12, 2009, 10:05 PM
> >
> > Angel,
> >
> > You might consider one 200 watt 48 volt solar panel that will cost
> as much or less that 3 more 80 watt panels and take up less space. I
> have used one cruising for the past 6 months and have been very
> pleased. Keep the existing panel for the house batteries.
> >
> > Merrick
> >
> > --- In electricboats@
> wrote:
> > >
> > > Dave, I am planning in doing the same for my Catalina 30. Right
> now, my first decision is if I want to use an "internal" mortor
> connected to the shaft, or the Re-e-power. The adventage to that
> system that I see is that it frees up room inside the boat, where if
> needed, I can put a portable generator (after puting exaust pipes
> and all that). Also, the water helps keep it cool. Additionally, I
> was told that if I install it with the prop facing forward, it
> really helps during regeneration mode.
> > > The clearest disadventage in my mind is the price, at $3800 for
> the 3000 model, plus the charger and the batteries.
> > >
> > > As for sailing kits, I am looking foward to hear feedback from
> the group. I am looking for a system that will replace my 25 HP
> engine on my Catalina 30 MKII, and that will allow me to motor at 4
> knots for up to 8 hours. I currently have on 80W 12v solar panel,
> but I will adding three more once I install the engine. I live in
> Florida.
> > >
> > > Thanks,
> > > Angel A. Rebollo
> > >
> > >
> > > --- In electricboats@
> > > >
> > > > Hello-
> > > > I have decided to try and convert my catalina 30 from diesel
> to electric, and am thrilled to have found this group. I have been
> searching the postings for any sample parts lists and prices. Any
> recommendations on previous posts that have covered this topic?
> > > >
> > > > Dave Tetta
> > > >
> > >
> >
> >
> >
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