Photovoltaic Modules
Make electricity from free, quiet, non-polluting sunlight. No moving parts.|
Solar Cells convert sunlight (light not heat) into DC
electricity. Cells are wired together and sealed to form a module. Modules are
normally constructed with a low-iron tempered glass cover,
anodized aluminum frame, ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) around the cells, tedlar
back cover and a junction box. Two or more modules are connected together to
form an array. When modules are parallel connected, the voltage output is
the same as one module and the amps are added together. Two 12 volt modules
series connected will have 24 volt output with the same amps as one module.
Single crystal cells are dark gray or black. Poly-crystal cells are blue
speckled. Some large modules are 18 volt instead of 24 volt. These can be used
for charging 12 to 48 volt batteries by using the proper MPPT charge
controller. MC Connectors - Modules with these Multi-Contact Connectors do not have a regular junction box. Instead they have pre-wired leads with a male or female plug. These plugs are easily connected in series for 24 volt and higher voltages. Special wiring cables are ordered separately to run between modules and combiner box. These durable connectors can save installation time and are popular in larger systems. |
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Kyocera Made in Japan, Mexico or USA with square poly-crystal cells. 20 year power warranty. 2 year workmanship warranty. Get more real watts with tighter power tolerance - modules 215 and larger are +5 watts/-0 watts and modules 135 and 140 are +5 watts/-5 watts. New stronger frame rated 50psi or 130 mph wind and increased snow load. Frame thickness on modules 135 watts and larger is 1.8" or 46mm. Modules 140 watts and smaller are packaged 2 per box, so they must be shipped in pairs. Add Sales Tax for Arizona and California shipments.
Shipping weight
is based on both weight and size. Two
modules often ship for same cost as one.
Modules larger than 140 watts are
normally too
large for UPS shipping and will ship via motor freight. A full pallet is usually 20 modules.
| Kyocera | Model | Watts |
Nominal Voltage |
Volts | Voc | Amps | Isc |
Fuse/ Breaker Size |
Inches | LBS |
Single Price |
in PAIRS, price per module |
Full Pallet Price per module |
Shipping lbs
for one |
Shipping lbs
for two |
| Junction Box |
KC65T In Stock |
65 | 12 | 17.4 | 21.7 | 3.75 | 3.99 | 6 | 25.7 x 29.6 | 13.2 | $345 | $325 | 90 | 90 | |
| MC4 type Connectors | KD140GX | 140 | 12 | 17.7 | 22.1 | 7.63 | 8.37 | 15 | 26.3 x 59.1 | 27.6 | $460 | $360 | $300 | UPS/Truck | 90 |
| Junction Box | KD140SX | 140 | 12 | 17.7 | 22.1 | 7.91 | 8.78 | 15 | 26.3 x 59.1 | 27.6 | $470 | $370 | $310 | UPS/Truck | 90 |
| MC4 type Connectors | KD215GX | 215 | 18 | 26.6 | 33.2 | 8.09 | 8.78 | 15 | 39 x 59.1 | 39.7 | $410 | $310 | $250 | Truck | |
| MC4 type Connectors | KD220GX | 220 | 18 | 26.6 | 36.9 | 8.28 | 8.98 | 15 | 39 x 59.1 | 39.7 | Truck | ||||
| MC4 type Connectors | KD240GX | 240 | 18 | 29.8 | 36.9 | 8.06 | 8.59 | 15 | 39 x 65.4 | 46.3 | Truck | ||||
| MC4 type Connectors | KD245GX | 245 | 18 | 29.8 | 36.9 | 8.23 | 8.91 | 15 | 39 x 65.4 | 46.3 | $460 | $380 | $320 | Truck | |
| MC4 type Connectors | KD315GX | 315 | 24 | 39.8 | 49.2 | 7.92 | 8.5 | 15 | 52 x 65.4 | 60.6 | Truck |
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Small modules are a good match to run hot water circulating pumps, small fans for composting toilets or attic ventilating, fence chargers, gate openers, remote lights, radios, etc. Keep idle car and tractor batteries charged. Batteries will run down on their own, even without a load connected. A lead acid battery should be kept fully charged to minimize sulfation, which lowers capacity and shortens life. Recharge idle batteries monthly. |
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Small Modules with poly-crystal cells.5 watt has built-in blocking diode, anodized aluminum frame provides
easy mounting, glass cover, 10’ UV resistant output cable. Nice for fence
chargers, gate openers, outdoor lights and other small jobs. 17.3 volts, .3
amps, 21.3 volts open circuit, .33 amps short circuit. Tempered Glass covered, anodized aluminum frame, junction box, tedlar backing and 10 year power warranty. Wire lead instead of junction box. Made for small 12 volt systems. |
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| Catalog No. | Watts | Nominal Voltage | Volts | Amps | Size inches | Ship lbs | Price |
| BSP2-7 | 2.5 | 6 | 7 | .43 | 9-3/8" x 6-1/8" | 5 | $29 |
| BSP5 | 5 | 12 | 17.3 | .29 | 9-3/8 x 9-5/8 | 5 | $45 |
| BSP10 | 10 | 12 | 17.3 | .58 | 10.75 x 16.5 | 7 | $65 |
| BSP20 | 20 | 12 | 17.3 | 1.2 | 16.7 x 19.8 | 14 | $105 |
| BSP30 | 30 | 12 | 18 | 1.67 | 16.2 x 26.2 | 18 | $149 |
| BSP40 | 40 | 12 | 17.8 | 2.4 | 25 x 21.1 | 22 | $165 |
| Lites no glass Made with a thin durable plastic cover over cells with rigid stainless steel back. Lightweight, rugged, no glass to break. Only 3/8” thick with corner mounting grommet holes, 1/2" thick wire connection, 10’ wire leads, 5 year power warranty. |
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| BSP10L | 10 | 12 | 17.3 | .58 | 10.5 x 17.5 | 6 | $98 |
| BSP10L-24 | 10 | 24 | 34 | .29 | 10.5 x 17.5 | 6 | $98 |
| BSP30L | 30 | 12 | 18.8 | 1.66 | 20 x 26.5 | 15 | $185 |