For Installers Of course, the price that you end up paying for your solar panel system depends on the equipment that you choose. Sitemap The Grape Solar 50 ft. MC4-comparable Extension Cable makes connecting your Grape Solar panels to combiner boxes, inverters and charge controllers a snap. The Grape Solar 50-Watt Basic Off-Grid Solar Panel Kit is ideal for a variety of DC applications, including RVs, boats, 12-Volt battery charging and LED lights. The information on our website is general in nature and is not intended as a substitute for competent legal, financial or electrical engineering advice. Grape Solar does not dictate the installation cost - instead, we let you negotiate with the installer to determine your installation costs. This system may be eligible for a federal tax credit equal to 26% of the total cost including installation. Granted the shipping cost is likely factored into the overall price. Their solar panels are OK but the GS-PWM-165W charge controller which appears in several of their kits as well as separately is something I would recommend AGAINST regardless of the size or intended size of your solar array. Local store prices may vary from those displayed. The Grape Solar 15 Amp inline fuse can connect directly to your panel’s MC4-comparable positive output. Where do I begin? Made with high efficiency crystalline solar cells for years of service, this solar kit is easy to install and virtually maintenance free. Professional installation by licensed electrician or solar installer is highly recommended and required in some areas and be sure to check local zoning codes and home owner associations prior to purchasing. Required roof space: 362 sq ft. Configured for an array layout of 2 rows by 10 columns, portrait orientation. Don’t need a 5 kW system? While estimates vary based on who's doing the testing, we've found that the Grape Solar panel efficiency ranks between 12.5 and 18.4 percent. System upgrades and contractor fees can raise the price quickly, and the pros and cons of your investment must be weighed in the long-term. Finding someone who knows what they’re doing can actually save you both time and money. Grape Solar’s warranty is right in the middle range of the marketplace, at 10 years. The best solar panels available on the market today operate at approximately 22 percent efficiency. Made from anodized aluminum, each install Includes bolts, nuts, flat washers and lock washers. Grape Solar is an Oregon-based solar panel manufacturer offering a new brand of solar solutions. I currently own three Grape Solar GS-Star 50 watt poly solar panels, and hands down they are out performing the three Renogy poly panels that I used to own. I am doing my research now. Grape Solar is an Oregon-based solar panel manufacturer offering a new brand of solar solutions. The Grape Solar 16 in. With a light, compact CIGS solar array powering a 5-Volt 1 Amp USB output, this panel can either provide USB power directly to cell phones and other devices, or it can be used to charge the 5200 mAh lithium-ion battery that is also included (the battery also has a 5 VDC USB output). While specific warranties may vary based on products, customers can expect the following: The panels are covered in temperature ranges from -40°C to 85°C. This kit includes: 1-piece Grape Solar GS-Star-100W 100-Watt polycrystalline solar panel, a pair of MC4-comparable T-Branch Connectors and a pair of Extension Cables. %%EOF My self I want to build a plant shade shed four feet by six feet to be used by plants nine and a months a year.