85 Watt Solar Panels - Where to Buy ?

[SV Demeter]

With the help of a stainless fabrication buddy we have come up with mounting solutions for the panels I want to install on my Amphitrite Ketch. However the mounting solution involved a compromise. Instead of (4) 135 panels we are going to use (6) 85 watt panels. The smaller size allowed us to affordably design a mounting solution that will allow orientation of the panels.

Now for the question. Im ready to start buying the panels and am looking for suggestions on a good source and a good price. Have looked at Arizona Wind and Sun and am seeing this panel:

Solartech 85 Watt Multicrystalline Solar Module

I have heard good things about Arizona Wind and Sun too. Other suggestions are appreciated. Will also be looking for suggestions on where to buy an Outback Flexmax 60 controller.

Thanks as always.

[capttman]

Try Sun Electric in Ft Lauderdale, they were very good to work with when I got mine..

[SV Demeter]

Originally Posted by capttman

Try Sun Electric in Ft Lauderdale, they were very good to work with when I got mine..

Got a link? All im seeing are tanning salons when I google...

Foot in mouth now... http://www.sunelec.com/yingli-solar-...mp-p-1502.html

[sailorchic34]

I've ordered from ALTE store on line before. Here's a link to an 85 watt panel. They sell all the other stuff too.

Kyocera KC85TS 85W 12V Solar Panel with J-Box @ AltE Store

[SV Demeter]

Interesting the difference in price between the 85 watt Yingli panel at Sun Electric ($233) and the 87 watt Kyocera ($397)at ALTE and the Solartech 85 watt panel at Arizona Wind and Sun ($300). Ive heard good things about Kyocera, never heard of the other two brands. But hey thats why im posting here...

[rebel heart]

Best prices back when I got mine, and great service.

AltE: Solar Panels & Solar Energy Gear | Call 877-878-4060

[thinwater]

I've only had this system for a month, but so far so good, and the reviews I saw were positive.

Sail Delmarva: Solar Panels

They also sell Morningstar controllers, which I've heard good things about.

[Unicorn Dreams]

Try Northern Arizona Wind and Sun