Our Small Off-Grid Solar Systems are compact, pre-wired power systems. These systems can energise a lot of small gear, including an efficient fridge.
Suitable for low-consumption or infrequent electricity users. Ideal for remote sheds, beach huts, motor homes or weekenders. If you need power for a dwelling you intend to live in 24/7, you may need a larger system with a more powerful inverter.
A Small Off-Grid System comes with up to 4 x 370 watt solar panels, a 12 or 24 volt solar battery bank, and the pictured wall-mountable distribution board with MPPT regulator, DC breakers, fuses and battery monitor. The board offers enough extra space to accommodate a battery charger and a DC/AC battery inverter (up to 1000W @ 24V).
Small Off-Grid solar systems are available as flat-pack supply kits (you need a licensed electrician to complete the install) or can be installed by RPC.
Solar System Examples
2 Panel Kit - 12 Volts
A 12V power system for DC appliances only. Designed for energy conscious individuals consuming about 0.9 kWh per day*.
This system configuration powers lights, a DC pump, small DC fridge, laptop and phone/tablet chargers. If you want to operate 230V AC equipment, just add a pluggable inverter (up to 300 watts).
The 2 Panel System includes:
- 2 x 370W Trina Solar™ Honey Black Module® panels
- Clenergy cyclone-proof solar frame
- Pre-wired 12V distribution board with
- 1 x 50A Victron MPPT regulator
- 1 x Victron Battery Monitor
- Breakers, labels, cabling ...
- 12V 100Ah Pylontech Lithium Battery
- Manuals for self installation & operation
4 Panel Kit - 24 Volts
A 24V stand alone system with a 650W battery inverter for small AC appliances. Designed for energy conscious individuals consuming about 1.6 kWh per day*.
This system configuration powers lights, a pump, a smallish, efficient fridge, laptop, modem, phone/tablet chargers and even a TV. If you have a big AC fridge, you will need a larger system.
The 4 Panel System includes:
- 4 x 370W Trina Solar™ Honey Black Module® panels
- Clenergy cyclone-proof solar frame
- Pre-wired 24V distribution board with
- 1 x 50A Victron MPPT regulator
- 650W Victron battery inverter
- 16A Victron battery charger
- 1 x BMV Battery Monitor
- Breakers, labels, cabling ...
- 24V 3.3kWh PowerPlus Lithium battery
- Manuals for self installation & operation
Customisation
The above system configurations serve as example only. A Small Off-Grid Solar System can be customised to suit your needs; you can even do it yourself using our online design tools.
Battery Monitor
The tool lets you choose / add / remove:
- a solar frame to suit roof type / pitch
- a battery type
- a battery inverter
- a battery charger
- a customised battery box
If in doubt just provide as much detail as possible and we shall get back to you to discuss your options.
Installation
Many of our customers install Small Off-Grid Systems themselves - all required steps are straight forward, and elaborate instructions are provided. If your board includes a DC/AC inverter, a licensed electrician is needed to complete the installation.
The distribution board and batteries should be installed indoors (e.g. shed, garage, or dedicated room). Batteries must be close (~1m) to the board, but not directly underneath. We strongly recommend the addition of a battery box as exposed battery terminals deteriorate more quickly.
Detailed instruction manuals are provided. Should you ever get stuck during installation or thereafter, phone and/or email support is available at no extra cost.
Components
We only use components from reputable manufacturers with a proven track record and offices in Australia.
Independently tested in the Australian desert (and rated Best Value for Money), Trina Solar panels are backed by a 25 year performance warranty.
