Sunman eArc 100W - Flexible Solar Panel

Experience the future of solar technology with our 2022 version of ultra-lightweight flexible solar panels. Now featuring a smaller footprint with the latest cut Mono-PERC cells, these panels are designed for a wide range of applications including caravans, motorhomes, yachts, trains, buses, and more. Crafted from a patent-pending composite material similar to airplane windows, these panels are both robust and lightweight, making them perfect for residential use without the need for a heavy, rigid frame or glass.

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Key Features

• Advanced Mono-PERC Cells: Utilizing the latest cut Mono-PERC cells for enhanced efficiency.
• Lightweight and Durable: Made with a patent-pending composite material similar to those used in airplane windows.
• High Efficiency: Designed to improve panel efficiency and reduce heating with a vented gap mounting option.
• Easy Installation: Multiple mounting options including very high bond double-sided adhesive tape, bi-adhesive backing, and structural silicone.
• Weather Resistant: IP68 rated junction box with one by-pass diode per j-box.
• Certified and Reliable: Approved by the Clean Energy Council for residential use with a 10-year product warranty for building applications and 5 years for mobile applications.

Product Specifications

• Model: SMF100M-3x12UW
• Power Output: 100W
• Solar Cells: 36 (3x12)
• Maximum Power Voltage (Vmp): 21.2V
• Maximum Power Current (Imp): 4.75A
• Open-circuit Voltage (Voc): 25.2V
• Short-circuit Current (Isc): 5.12A
• Operating Temperature: -40°C to 85°C
• Maximum System Voltage: 1000V DC (IEC)
• Maximum Series Fuse Rating: 20A
• Application Class: Class A
• Power Tolerance: 0/+5W
• Backsheet: White
• Junction Box: IP68 rated with one by-pass diode per j-box
• Output Cables: Photovoltaic technology cable 4.0 mm², (+)150 / (-)450 mm
• Connector: MC4 compatible

Design and Installation Our flexible solar panels are designed for easy and versatile installation. They can be mounted using a vented gap for improved efficiency and reduced heating, with the junction box neatly tucked underneath. Options for installation include:

• Very High Bond Double-Sided Adhesive Tape: Provides a low-profile, secure bond.
• Bi-Adhesive Backing: A continuous sheet of 1mm bi-adhesive material for smooth surfaces, making installation as simple as peel and stick.

Why Choose Our Solar Panels

• Cutting Edge Technology: Made with glass fibre-reinforced composite polymers similar to aircraft windows, reducing thermal expansion and preventing failures seen in other lightweight panels.
• Lightweight and Thin: Our 100W frameless panel weighs only 1.8kg and is just 2mm thick.
• Tough and Resilient: Hail tested with ice stones of 35mm diameter at 39.5m/s, and rated for 2400 pascals of wind and load.
• Long-Lasting: 25-year performance guarantee with minimal degradation, validated through exposure simulations and tests.
• Trusted Performance: The only lightweight solar panel composition with Clean Energy Council (CEC) Accreditation, supported by funding from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA).
• Proven Track Record: Installed on the world’s first solar-powered train in Byron Bay and the Sydney Maritime Museum’s Heritage Building.