Technology
Integrated Technology Package
Because PowerFilm® integrated solar panels (thin film on plastic) are developed and manufactured with a proprietary roll process, they are truly rollable unlike other thin film technologies that are only somewhat flexible. PowerFilm® solar panels are all monolithically integrated which eliminates the need for damage-prone manual connections of individual solar cells. PowerFilm® is made of silicon, a natural resource in abundant supply, and is Cadmium Free, unlike some other solar technologies. Modules perform well in diverse environments, including hot sun, and do not suffer from wasted over-voltage.
Ultra Rollable
PowerFilm® products are ultra rollable because they are manufactured on a roll up to 2400 feet long, using the proprietary roll-to-roll manufacturing technology platform of Iowa Thin Film Technologies. Iowa Thin Film Technologies is the first and only company in the world selling solar products manufactured on a true roll-to-roll process using a plastic substrate.
Durable
PowerFilm® products are monolithically integrated which eliminates the need for damage-prone manual connections of individual solar cells. Modules are constructed using a durable polymer (plastic) substrate.
Easily Integrated
Several features enable easy integration: Paper thin low profile; Ultra flexibility allows conformity to shapes; Complete product design eliminates need for unsightly bolt-on frames.
Fabric Integrated
Integrated with a fabric backing for enhanced product functionality.
Lightweight
Constructed using a proprietary combination of thin and lightweight materials.
Environmentally Friendly Profile
Cadmium Free! (Other solar technologies such as CIS, CIGS, and CdTe contain cadmium which is considered an extremely toxic metal by the Department of Labor.) If comparing products, check to be sure they are Cadmium Free. Primary element used in PowerFilm® is silicon, a natural resource in abundant supply.
Charging
Charge or Direct power 12V Systems:
Daily Run Times (in hours) |
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Indicated below are examples of average run and charge times for common uses for PowerFilm® Rollable Solar Panels. For example, an average 12V fish finder consumes 0.83 Amps per hour. With the R-7, a typical day with five hours of full sun will allow the fish finder to run for 2.8 hours and the R-21 would allow the fish finder to run for 8.3 hours. 5 hours of full sun will allow you to power your wireless electronics for __ hours |
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Charge or Direct Power 12V Systems | R-7 | R-14 | R-21 | R-28 |
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daily run time in hours |
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12V fish finder (0.83 Amps) |
2.7 |
5.4 |
7.2 |
10.9 |
12V GPS (0.43 Amps) |
5.2 |
10.5 |
14 |
21 |
12V Bilge Pump (3.00 Amps) |
0.8 |
1.5 |
2 |
3 |
Outdoor Lighting (0.80 Amps) |
2.8 |
5.6 |
7.5 |
11.3 |
14" Color Television (3.33 Amps) |
0.7 |
1.4 |
1.8 |
2.7 |
Search Light (8.30 Amps) |
0.3 |
0.5 |
0.7 |
1.1 |
CB Radio (0.42 Amps) |
5.4 |
10.7 |
14.3 |
21.5 |
Instructions for Use:
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Charging Electronics
The internal batteries of your wireless electronics can be charged by connecting the PowerFilm® Rollable Solar Panel to your device's 12V cigarette lighter adapter. The RA-2 Female Cigarette Lighter Adapter is required for your solar panel. |
Daily Run Times (in hours) |
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Indicated below are examples of average run and charge times for common uses for PowerFilm® Rollable Solar Panels. For example, an average 12V fish finder consumes 0.83 Amps per hour. With the R-7, a typical day with five hours of full sun will allow the fish finder to run for 2.8 hours and the R-21 would allow the fish finder to run for 8.3 hours. 5 hours of full sun will allow you to power your wireless electronics for __ hours |
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Charge Wireless Electronics | R-7 | R-14 | R-21 | R-28 |
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daily run time in hours |
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Cell Phone (0.50 Amps) |
4.5 |
9 |
12 |
18 |
Satellite Phone (0.50 Amps) |
4.5 |
9 |
12 |
18 |
AM/FM Radio (0.40 Amps) |
5.6 |
11.3 |
15 |
22.5 |
Laptop (4.00 Amps) |
0.9 |
1.8 |
2.4 |
3.6 |
PDA (0.50 Amps) |
4.5 |
9 |
12 |
18 |
Battery Charging Made Simple
1. Choose Battery Charging Accessory:
Use the chart below to find the appropriate charging accessory for your battery needs. The colummns are represented by the different battery types available for charging, and the rows pertain to the specific charging accessories.
AA | AAA | C | D | 9V | Li Ion | Li Poly | NiCad | NiMH | |
RA-3c |
X |
X |
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RA-4 |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
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RA-5 |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
2. Choose Rollable Solar Panel:
Now choose the optimal PowerFilm® Rollable Solar Panel to use with your selected battery charger pack. Also you can use the RA-6 Daisy Chain Accessory to connect 2 rollable solar panels together for greater power.
AA |
1-4 |
RA-3c |
(2 batt) 4-6 |
(4 batt) 4-6 |
(2 batt) 4-6 |
(4 batt) 4-6 |
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2-4 |
RA-4 | N/A | N/A |
1-3 |
1-2 |
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AAA |
1-4 |
RA-3c |
(2 batt) 1-2 |
(4 batt) 1-2 |
(4 batt) 1-2 |
(4 batt) 1-2 |
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2-4 |
RA-4 | N/A | N/A |
1-3 |
1-2 |
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D |
RA-3c | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | ||
2-4 |
RA-4 | N/A | N/A |
3-13 |
2-8 |
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Lithium, |
RA-3c | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | ||
RA-4 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |