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Sunforce 60 Watt Solar Charging Kit — Model# 50044
The Sunforce 60 Watt solar charging kit is designed for cabins, RVs, boats, remote power, 12V battery charging and backup power. Application: RVs, boats, remote power, Watts: 60, Dimensions L x W x H (in.): 38.5 x 57 x 2.5, LED Light: Tester included, Material: ABS plastic and amorphous solar cell, Panel Type: Amorphous, Panels (qty.): 4, Battery Included: No High-efficiency crystalline cells are maintenance free and work in all weather conditions Built-in diode protects battery from discharge at night Operating range is -40° to 176°F Max. output up to 60 Watts @ 4 Amps Solar panels are 41in. x 17in.
Average Customer Rating:
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15 of 15(100%)would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for Sunforce 60 Watt Solar Charging Kit — Model# 50044
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great starter kit,
August 14, 2009
By LearningSolar
from NE Ohio
"Great starter kit to learn the basics of solar power. Very easy to set-up, as mentioned else where, the written instuctions are lacking. It will run my cable box but my TV won't come on. Per Toshiba, the sine wave isn't clean enough. Ended up getting a 700 watt inverter. Will start looking for quality batteries now.
If you want to learn the basics of using solar power this is the kit."
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Review 2 for Sunforce 60 Watt Solar Charging Kit — Model# 50044
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Charged up and ready to go: Sunforce 60 Watt Solar,
July 20, 2009
By RaccoonMan
from Knoxville, TN
"This fine unit is easy to set up and start using right away. Weather seems not to bother this sturdy solar panel kit. Snow, rain and wind; for a year now in the mountains of Tennessee have not phased the unit at all. My batteries for lights, portable power sources are all kept charged up with just a few hours of sun.
I would recommend this kit to anyone needing to start learning about solar power as well as a special use application."
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Review 3 for Sunforce 60 Watt Solar Charging Kit — Model# 50044
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Solar Emergency Power,
July 17, 2009
By Troutman
from Eastern Virginia
"Fun setting the system up. It was easy (couple of hours) and it works!!! The inverter supplied ran a 60 w light ,a floor fan,and charged the grandson's riding John Deere Gator toy all together nicely, but could not handle a 1/4 drill alone but for a few seconds. Also the inverter has a cooling fan which runs continuously when it is on. An inverter that is not fan cooled for continuous standby operation with a little more surge capacitity would be nice to have. A later purchase perhaps.
The solar panels are well constructed with nice plug in wire harnesses. The sun charged my old, not completely dead, battery in an afternoon. I did not measure the charge current until the charge was almost complete and measured it at 3+ amps. The charge maintenance device supplied works fine. It tells when charge is in progress and when the charge is complete.
The solar panels are well constructed with nice plug in wire harnesses. The sun charged my old, not completely dead, battery in an afternoon. I did not measure the charge current until the charge was almost complete and measured it at 3+ amps. The charge maintenance device supplied works fine. It tells when charge is in progress and when the charge is complete.
I am enjoying experimenting with solar for the first time. A good learning experience."
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Review 4 for Sunforce 60 Watt Solar Charging Kit — Model# 50044
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It works,
May 30, 2009
By Frank3
from Maine
"This was a peace of cake to install and it works great."
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Review 5 for Sunforce 60 Watt Solar Charging Kit — Model# 50044
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sunforce solar panels,
March 23, 2009
By dennis48
from farmington,nh
"i purchased this solar power kit last year. i use it at my camp to charge my batteries. works pretty good and will probally purchase another kit to double my charging time."
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Review 6 for Sunforce 60 Watt Solar Charging Kit — Model# 50044
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No Complaints!,
March 16, 2009
By Steve123
from Ringle, WI
"We purchased this system to power our cabin. We had put 4 twelve volt batteries on the battery bank and this system does a pretty good job charging the batteries. We bought it to try the solar system and we are happy with it. Although we did have to buy a larger power inverter (2000 watt). We power all the lights in our cabin. We use the energy efficient light bulbs. All the lights on and a ceiling fan we can run for about 5 hours for sure. I'm sure someday down the road we may add a few more panels and batteries but this system is a great start."
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Review 7 for Sunforce 60 Watt Solar Charging Kit — Model# 50044
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60 Watt Solar System,
March 16, 2009
By rulenot
from New Haven Missouri
"I would give this product a 5 but the 7 amp charge contoller was faulty. I received wonderfull customer service and up graded to the 10 amp digital charge controller. This is much better charge controller. I would recomend ordering this with the kit right off the bat. Also, would recommend going with a 2 battery set up. 1 battery doesn't last long enough during the winter months. There is plenty of charging capacity from the panels and the 10 amp charge controller for 2 batteries."
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Review 8 for Sunforce 60 Watt Solar Charging Kit — Model# 50044
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GREAT Starter System!,
December 14, 2008
By Sunforce1
from New Jersey Shore
"I added this to my home built Wind Turbine....works like a CHAMP!. I suggest you build your own frame if you plan to permanently mount to the roof. The PVC Frame won't stand up the the occasional high winds we get off the ocean. If you use two Marine Batteries in Parallel as I did; you will probably also want to buy one of Northern's higher wattage inverters . WE got the 800 Watt model just before a big blackout and boy are we glad we did!"
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Review 9 for Sunforce 60 Watt Solar Charging Kit — Model# 50044
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Solar power panel,
November 19, 2008
By Chevelle69
from IL
"I have installed this unit on the roof of my house and have been working great charging 2 12v batteries. The instructions are not user friendly so you will have to pay close attention to them. For what you get is a great little package and is quick to assemble. When I was doing testing on the cords that came with this system I found that the battery clamp pigtail was wired backwards and would have damaged the charger so watch that piece."
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Review 10 for Sunforce 60 Watt Solar Charging Kit — Model# 50044
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60 watt solar kit,
November 17, 2008
By GACENCOM
from Lavonia, GA
"I have just installed the 60 watt solar kit at a remote radio tower. The system is 48v so I run the panels with one to each of four 12v batteries. It is running six radios and has been on for a few weeks with out any problems. The kit is simple to set up and the 200 watt inverter that comes in the kit is great to run my laptop when I am at the site. Perfect product for this project!"
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Review 11 for Sunforce 60 Watt Solar Charging Kit — Model# 50044
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60 watt solar charger,
November 15, 2008
By ksmithrt
from cntral Oregon
"Works very well. Easy to put together if you read instructions
carefully. Also, there are two different size bolts: the larger ones are for
attaching panels to frame. (doesn't mention this in assembly notes.)
Excellent quick connection system. Took about 2 hours to put together
the first time. I would expect to spend about 45 minutes for the next.
I am ordering a second system for another small out building. ( I am
off the grid.)"
carefully. Also, there are two different size bolts: the larger ones are for
attaching panels to frame. (doesn't mention this in assembly notes.)
Excellent quick connection system. Took about 2 hours to put together
the first time. I would expect to spend about 45 minutes for the next.
I am ordering a second system for another small out building. ( I am
off the grid.)"
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Review 12 for Sunforce 60 Watt Solar Charging Kit — Model# 50044
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Super Solar,
August 11, 2008
By CKS08
from Shelby, MI
"This outfit of four panels and the power inverter included are the best in quality and workmanship. The assembly instructions left a little to be desired; however the assembly was common sense easy. We use these panels on our travel trailer all day pulling electricity using small appliances and toys. The battery is still fully charged in the evening. We used to carry several deep cycle batteries with us. Now we only need one battery and leave it hooked up to the panels, using the charge controller, without having to worry about the battery draining. This is a most excellent product that will pay for itself in the first few months,"
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4 of 4 people found this review helpful.
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Review 13 for Sunforce 60 Watt Solar Charging Kit — Model# 50044
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sunforce 60 watt solar charger,
August 11, 2008
By Emile
from North Yorkshire, UK (US Military)
"Bought this item to support our electrical needs while at a remote fishing camp in Northern Ontario. The panels charged our deep cycle batteries, our 2-way radios, our camera battery chargers, and even a C-Pap machine that was required by one of our older fishermen!
Hooked to a power inverter it performed flawlessly!
Another great item at a great price from Northern tool and equipment..."
Hooked to a power inverter it performed flawlessly!
Another great item at a great price from Northern tool and equipment..."
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3 of 3 people found this review helpful.
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Review 14 for Sunforce 60 Watt Solar Charging Kit — Model# 50044
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solar charge kit,
August 11, 2008
By waycool
from Ishpeming MI
"So far the product has worked just fine. The panels even withstood a hailstorm we had one day. When I initially got the product one of the panels was cracked . But I called northern tool and they replaced it with no additional cost to me. Its nice to know that service for customers still exists. So so far I am very happy with the product , it has performed very efficiently. The best part is not having to lug a battery around or a charger to keep my RV batteries charged up."
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Review 15 for Sunforce 60 Watt Solar Charging Kit — Model# 50044
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solar panels,
August 11, 2008
By jscherger2003
from long Isaland, NY
"I think this system is great!! I have a small beach house on long island shore where there is no electricity and we have to use small generator for lights and powering small appliances. But now my kids can chagre their cell phones, ipods and run lights in their room.
I have just added a third battery to the setup and I started charging my dewalt batteries using the inverter. as I add to the bank of batteries I will start to try to run more things. But it is great to able to just turn on the lights without having to run the generator.
my neighbor has 11 bateries in his bank using to run his TV and dish tv using multiple panels!!
plus with the price of fuel and having to handle it back and forth what a savings!!"
I have just added a third battery to the setup and I started charging my dewalt batteries using the inverter. as I add to the bank of batteries I will start to try to run more things. But it is great to able to just turn on the lights without having to run the generator.
my neighbor has 11 bateries in his bank using to run his TV and dish tv using multiple panels!!
plus with the price of fuel and having to handle it back and forth what a savings!!"
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4 of 4 people found this review helpful.
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