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Which Grid-Tie Solar Kit is Right for Me?
Are Solar Kits a good option for you? If you are looking to put solar on your home, the grid-tied solar kits at SanTan Solar are a great option for you! By utilizing components from trusted manufacturers and bundling them, these kits offer a more economical solution...
SanTan Solar – A Solution to Our Environmental Crisis
Who is SanTan Solar? We are a family-owned and operated business that sells new, used, repaired, refurbished, and overstocked solar panels. SanTan Solar developed a unique business plan by giving used solar panels a second life; Making solar affordable for everyone...
What are MC3 and MC4 Connectors?
MC3 and MC4 connectors are single-contact electrical connectors commonly used for connecting solar panels. MC3 connectors are currently being phased out and replaced with newer versions. This is primarily due to their lack of lock in mechanisms. What is the difference...
An Introduction to Bifacial Solar Panels
Bifacial solar panels are a relatively new technology that has increased in popularity over the past few years. These double-sided panels trade increased efficiency for a slightly more difficult installation process. What are Bifacial Solar Panels? Canadian...
What Kind of Inverter Does My Solar Panel System Need?
Electricity produced by your solar panels and left in your battery storage is useless without the proper equipment to harness all that energy. A solar panel system requires a method to transport and convert stored electricity into your home safely and efficiently....
What Kind of Charge Controller Does My Solar Panel System Need?
Setting up charge controllers to your solar panel system requires far more planning and equipment than simply plugging all of your solar panels directly into your household electronics. You need the proper tools to help transport, store, and use the electricity your...
Solar Power for Outdoorsmen and Day Campers
With the arrival of summer, many are planning extended camping or hiking trips to take advantage of the warmer weather. With some trips taking explorers hours away from the power grid, more and more outdoorsmen and hikers are taking advantage of the flexibility and...
Preparing For Short and Long Term Emergencies With Solar Power
With recent emergencies in Texas and other parts of the country, especially where the power grid failed due to inclement weather, it’s reasonable for many to be looking for emergency backup power systems. One appeal of solar energy is its reliability and independence...
Is Solar Power Worth It?
Solar energy technology has exploded in popularity in recent years. This has lowered prices, increased ease-of-entry for newer users, and improved the power generation of solar panels. But with all these increases, many solar newbies have the same question. “Is...
Why Do Solar Panels Lose Efficiency?
Over their effective life-spans, solar panels lose effectiveness due to a variety of causes. They get old, break, and wear out. It’s important to understand the different ways this can happen while planning out your long-term solar projects. We’ll be going over the...
Five Clever Projects with Solar Power
Introduction Many beginners start their research into solar power with the goal to power their homes with solar panels. While this is a fantastic end goal for most consumers, it sometimes leads solar users to overlook useful small-scale implementations of solar...
Installing Solar Panels: How to Design and Plan for Real-World Conditions
A common first step for most beginners is to look at a few key numbers when you start planning a new solar power project. These numbers include projected wattage drain, projected number of sunlight hours, and total panel wattage. You can calculate your...
