KIT, SOLAR, for radio room, with batteries
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KIT, SOLAR, for radio room
Definition
Solar kit allowing to power a radio room equipped with a HF radio, a VHF base station and a satphone.
Indications
Includes 2 solar generator modules, 2 batteries and 1 battery charger/inverter.
Instructions for use
Before starting a solar system, check the following conditions are met:
- well sunny location (insolation degree ≥ 4; when in doubt, contact your technical department)
- middle- to long-term project (the system is cost-effective after 2 years of use)
Users have to be trained on a regular basis to prevent breakdowns due to over-consumption of electricity.
The autonomy of the system is 3 days (it can bridge 3 days without sunshine).
The life of the system is limited by the life of the batteries which is expected to last 2 years when the system is used at its full capacity.
All radios must be powered on 12 V DC directly.
The charger/inverter included in the kit can supply with 220 V AC to power a laptop if necessary.
Caution
This kit is not designed to power other devices such as the fan of the radio-operator for example.