Hello folks, today I’m here to talk about an exciting new product innovation in the world of solar energy – a stand-alone, solar-powered canopy and electric vehicle (EV) charger launched by a prominent US-based solar charging infrastructure manufacturer – a fine addition to the wide variety of solutions available from solar companies.
This product, dubbed ‘PairTree’, brings an interesting concept to the table for those looking to employ solar panels for your home. What’s unique about PairTree is its independence from the electric grid. It’s an off-grid solar product that can provide backup power in remote locations, even in military sites.
Resembling the typical dimensions of a 9 by 18-foot parking space, the solar canopy employs bifacial solar panels. But what does bifacial mean in the context of solar panels? Well, this design allows light to reach the bottom of each panel, despite any potential shading from mounts or other infrastructure. That’s right, both sides of these panels are able to capture and use the sun’s rays!
With this bifacial design, these solar panels, available in 4.6 kW units, combined with a high-capacity battery energy storage system, can enhance the PairTree’s energy yield by an impressive 15%. This means the 4.6 kW units can perform almost as effectively as a larger 5.3 kW solar array for home. Quite a remarkable feat indeed!
But the capabilities of these robust solar panels for your home don’t end there. The battery energy storage system, maxing out at 42.4 kWh, can output between 75 to 230 miles of daily range, depending on its capacity.
And worry not about bad weather! The PairTree is designed to withstand extreme conditions – from temperatures between -20° F and 120° F, to wind speeds up to 130 mph, and a hefty 40 psf of snow loads.
The practicality of this device extends to controlling and monitoring. You can manage charging with a handy software app installed on your phone, while the system’s connectivity to the cloud ensures that data kept is as secure as that of the commercial security services used in online banking systems.
The price of this unit varies depending not only on the battery size but also the number of chargers. However, your investment in this solar company’s product might make you eligible to claim a potential 40% tax credit – making solar a much more affordable and practical choice for you and your home.
PairTree represents just one of many innovations that solar companies are offering those looking to harness the power of the sun for their homes. Stay tuned to learn about more powerful solutions from the world of solar energy!
Original Articlehttps://pv-magazine-usa.com/2024/02/06/off-grid-solar-ev-charging-system-designed-for-quick-installation/
