Buyer Guides


We have developed buyer guides to assist in your decision making regarding your solar choices.
Please feel free to contact us with feedback or further questions you may have.
How to Compare Good and Bad Flexible Solar Panels
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Comparison of our Solar Panel Brands
The top three brands of lightweight, flexible solar panels all have the following in common:
Quality, high-grade cells;
Tough textured surface;
Superior...
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How to Read Solar Panel Specifications
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Standard test conditions (STC)
To enable comparisons between different panels, the pe...
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Product Warranty and Power Output Warranty
Power output warranty
A power output warranty typically guarantees a solar panel to meet at least 80% of its original power output after 25 years of service and retains at least 95% of ...
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“Made in China” - Is it All Bad?
Buying Chinese-made flexible lightweight solar panels?
Did you know that there is only one brand of lightweight solar panel that has Australian Clean Energy Council accreditation and ha...
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Solar Simplified
An overview of solar power for mobile applications
Why have solar on your caravan, boat or other RV?
The biggest ...
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Solar Power Estimate Calculator SPEC
Solar Power Estimate Calculator (SPEC) for caravans and other RVs
This questionnaire helps you identify what combination of solar power products best suits your specific circumstances a...
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Calculating Watt Hours (Wh/kWh)
When calculating what size solar power system you need to install you need to consider how many watts your appliances use and how long you use them for.
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Power and Energy
What is the difference between Power and Energy?
To determine what solar system will meet your needs you will need to know how...
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7 Products You May Need With Your Solar Panels
When buying solar panels use this checklist to ensure that you have all the components you need for installation and effective operation of your system.
1. Sola...
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Choosing the Right Solar Charge Controller/Regulator
Why do you need a solar charge controller
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A s...
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FAQ - The Basics
The questions below have been grouped into similar themes.
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Choosing an inverter
When do I need an inverter?
Having an inverter means you can use your 240V appliances even if you do not have access to mains power.
The inverter ...
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Solbian SP (SunPower) Range Purchase Guide
This guide provides information about Solbian's SP range and what Solar Charge Controller to use for each panel.
Solbian SP series panels are made in Italy and uses SunPower patented...
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Lead-acid vs Lithium
Lithium Batteries - Are They the Right Choice for You?
Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4), also known as lithium and LFP batteries deliver high energy and power density for mobile applica...
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