INNOVATIVE COMPLETE SYSTEM

SUNPAD all-in-one-compact solar water heater Africa delivers fresh water with high performance.  The innovative concept convinces with a unique design for aesthetic roof integration.

COST AND ENERGY-EFFICIENT

SUNPAD stands for excellent performance at a low-cost price and a short payback period. Furthermore, optimized packaging ensures reduced transport costs.

FLEXIBLE AND USER-FRIENDLY

Designed as a plug-and-play system SUNPAD is fast and easy to install. Its lightweight structure for easy handling is suitable for flat or pitched roof mounting.

African Energy modules are made by some of the world’s most sophisticated module manufacturers and are designed for Africa’s off-grid solar charging and water pumping needs. The modules include efficient crystalline cells set in a solid aluminum frame and feature TÜV and IEC certification. With a 30-year warranty, these modules can provide power for several generations – and the quality is assured by African Energy’s decade of experience in the solar industry.

Electrical Characteristics:

• Maximum Power at STC (Pmax) 620 W
• Optimum Operating Voltage (Vmp) 40.93 V
• Optimum Operating Current (Imp) 12.90 A
• Open Circuit Voltage (Voc) 48.40 V
• Short Circuit Current (Isc) 13.70 A
• Module Efficiency 22.95%
• Operating Module Temperature -40 °C to +85 °C
• Maximum System Voltage 1000/1500 V DC (IEC)
• Maximum Series Fuse Rating 20 A
• Power Tolerance 0/+5 %
• 30-year warranty

Mechanical Specifications:

• Solar Cells Monocrystalline 144 (72*2) pcs
• No. of Cells 144 (72*2)
• Dimensions 2278x1134x30mm
• Weight 28.3kg
• Front Glass High transparency solar glass 3.2mm
• Frame Black/Silver Anodized aluminum alloy
• Junction Box IP68 rated
• Output Cables 4.0 mm2, portrait: 300mm/300mm
• Connector MC4 Compatible
• Wind/Snow Load 2400pa/5400pa

MORE POWER

• Module efficiency up to 21.4 %
• Up to 3.5 % lower LCOE
• Up to 5.7 % lower system cost
• Comprehensive LID / LeTID mitigation technology, up to 50% lower degradation
• Compatible with mainstream trackers, cost-effective product for utility power plant
• Better shading tolerance

MORE RELIABLE

• Minimizes micro-crack impacts
• 40 °C lower hot spot temperature, greatly reduce module failure rate
• Heavy snow loads up to 5400 Pa, enhanced wind loads up to 2400 Pa
• 12 years Enhanced Product Warranty on Materials and Workmanship
• 25 years Linear Power Performance Warranty

ELECTRICAL DATA | STC

• Nominal Max. Power (Pmax): 600 W
• Opt. Operating Voltage (Vmp): 34.9 V
• Opt. Operating Current (Imp): 17.20 A
• Open Circuit Voltage (Voc): 41.3 V
• Short Circuit Current (Isc): 18.47 A
• Module Efficiency: 21.2%
• Operating Temperature: -40°C ~ +85°C
• Max. System Voltage: 1500V (IEC/UL) or 1000V (IEC/UL)
• Module Fire Performance: TYPE 1 (UL 61730 1500V) or TYPE 2 (UL 61730 1000V) or CLASS C (IEC 61730)
• Max. Series Fuse Rating: 30 A
• Application Classification: Class A
• Power Tolerance: 0 ~ + 5 W

MECHANICAL DATA

• Cell Type: Mono-crystalline
• Cell Arrangement: 120 [2 x (10 x 6)]
• Dimensions: 2172 ˣ 1303 ˣ 35 mm (85.5 ˣ 51.3 ˣ 1.38 in)
• Weight: 31.4 kg (69.2 lbs.)
• Front Cover: 3.2 mm tempered glass
• Frame: Anodized aluminum alloy
• J-Box: IP68, 3 bypass diodes
• Cable: 4 mm2 (IEC), 12 AWG (UL)
• Cable Length (Including Connector): 410 mm (16.1 in) (+) / 290 mm (11.4 in) (-) (supply additional jumper cable: 2 lines / Pallet) or customized length
• Connector: T4 series or H4 UTX or MC4-EVO2