chrisski
Solar Boondocker
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I tested some panels for output today when shaded.
2 Panels in Parallel (36 Cells Per Panel)
-One panels with only 2 cells shaded 26% Reduction in Wattage
-One Panel 50% shaded 54% Reduction in Wattage
3 Panels in Series (33 Cells Per Panel)
-One panel Two cells Shaded 33%-50% Reduction in Wattage
-One Panel 50% Shaded 69% Reduction in Wattage
-One Panel 70% Shaded 88% Reduction in Wattage
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This is by no means a scientific study. It helps me realize how much power I can be losing for obstructions. Panels are going to get put up with whatever jigsaw puzzle you have based off roofspace and vents and Air Conditioners, etc.
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Data for Parallel Panels:
Data For Series Panels:
2 Panels in Parallel (36 Cells Per Panel)
-One panels with only 2 cells shaded 26% Reduction in Wattage
-One Panel 50% shaded 54% Reduction in Wattage
3 Panels in Series (33 Cells Per Panel)
-One panel Two cells Shaded 33%-50% Reduction in Wattage
-One Panel 50% Shaded 69% Reduction in Wattage
-One Panel 70% Shaded 88% Reduction in Wattage
======================================
This is by no means a scientific study. It helps me realize how much power I can be losing for obstructions. Panels are going to get put up with whatever jigsaw puzzle you have based off roofspace and vents and Air Conditioners, etc.
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Data for Parallel Panels:
Data For Series Panels: