Solar Stik™ 180 Terra
Solar Stik™ 180 Terra
PRO-Series 12VDC • Item # 010111
MIL-Series 24VDC • Item # 240024
Introduction
Introducing the multi-talented Solar Stik™ 180 Terra!
The 180 Terra incorporates extreme portability, adaptability, and independent power for medium-duty applications.
It is designed to provide maximum solar power using basic operational principles:
- Cooler Panel Operation Temperatures: Solar Stik™ Panel Arms allow full air flow around the panel surface, allowing it to operate cooler than a traditional “flat” or “surface” mounted array.
- Direct Sunlight: The Panel Arms can be adjusted to provide maximum direct sunlight exposure onto the panel surface… more direct sunlight means more power generation!
It can generate up to 1.5 kW-h of daily energy with three panel adjustments during the daytime hours… up to 200% of the power of a traditional flat or fixed solar panel mounting system with comparable panel output ratings.
The Solar Stik™ 180 Terra is available in both 12V & 24VDC models.
Multi-functional Mast Mounting & Power Options
The Solar Stik™ 180 Terra is designed for stand-alone applications such as surveillance, land-based radar, communications aerials, and more. It often marries the role of a traditional mast system with the independence of a solar power. The Mast can be easily adapted to a specific role using either Solar Stik™ Accessories, or using common methods in the field.
Portable
It is engineered as a compact design that allows for easy storage, rapid deployment, and secure transport inside ONE custom Pelican™ case, with room for additional gear.
Rugged Design
The Solar Stik™ superstructure is constructed of aircraft-grade T6061 Aluminum (aircraft-grade) and stainless steel. It is designed to withstand the most extreme conditions on earth for over 25 years. All Solar Stiks™ are Field-Serviceable, and require very little maintenance or upgrades to keep them functional.
Once fully assembled, the Solar Stik™ 180 Terra weighs less than 100 lbs. Every removable component is leashed to prevent loss. The system can be used in the harshest of environments, and deployed for an hour or a week without regard for the weather.
Adaptable
While a “solar generator” at its core, the Terra can be adapted to a multitude of roles using Solar Stik™ Accessory Kits. Accessorizing allows the operator to augment or tailor the Stik™ to a specific application using added features including Wind Power, Mast Mounts (for supporting additional equipment such as cameras), Ground Securing, System Expansion Cables, Power Management Options, and more.
Expandable
Solar Stiks™ are interchangeable and scalable. They can be daisy-chained for increased power generation or to provide enhanced capabilities, allowing the operator to configure multi-faceted system.
Operation
The Solar Stik™ 180 Terra can be assembled by one person in under 10 minutes, requires no tools or special knowledge, and all connections are “Plug & Play”!
For maximum solar panel power production, the Terra has both horizontal and vertical axes of solar panel rotation.
Three daily panel adjustments of the 180 watt solar panel array will yield a tremendous power gain over a static position. The average maximum daily energy production from solar power is about 1.5 kW-h, but depending on location and conditions, may occasionally exceed 1.7 kW-h.
The Solar Stik™ 160 Terra will work with any Solar Stik™ Accessory that has a “Solar Only” power receptacle and is of equivalent operating voltage.
Proudly Made in USA
Built in the USA, the Solar Stik™ 180 Terra has a 5 year limited warranty on materials and workmanship and a 25 year power output warranty.
Price Range $6,300 - $26,900 * **
*Prices include a Power Generation & Power Storage Device
**Special pricing for military, federal, state, and local government agencies. Please contact us for more information.
Power
| Daily Power Production | 1.5 kW h |
| Solar Power Output |
180 watts @ 18 volts (12V DC Unregulated Power) |
| Power Connections |
(2) Amphenol ACC02E22-2S Receptacles |
Solar Panel
| Manufacturer | BP Solar |
| Model | BP 380J |
| Rated power (Pmax) | 180W (90W each panel) |
| Nominal Voltage | 12V per panel |
| Solar Cells | 36 polycrystalline cells (125mm x 125mm) connected in series |
| Diodes | IntegraBus™ technology includes 2 Schottky bypass diodes - one for every 18 cells |
| Construction |
Front: High-transmission 3mm (1/8th inch) tempered glass |
| Panel Frame | Clear anodized aluminum alloy type 6063T6 universal frame Color: Silver |
| Temperature cycling range | -40 °C to +85 °C (-40 °F to +185 °F) |
| Humidity freeze, damp heat | 85% RH |
| Static load front & back (e.g. wind) |
50psf (2400 pascals) |
| Front loading (e.g. snow) | 112psf (5400 pascals) |
| Hailstone impact | 1 inch (25mm) at 52 mph (23 m/s) |
- Module Warranty: 25-year limited warranty of 80% power output; 12-year limited warranty of 90% power output; 5-year limited warranty of materials and workmanship.
- The solar panel power graph represents the performance of BP 380J panels mounted on Solar Stik™ assembly. Full daily power production is based on a minimum of three solar panel adjustments daily, and clear environmental conditions.
- During the stabilization process that occurs during the first few months of deployment, module power may decrease by up to 3% from trypical Pmax.
Axes of Movement
| Axis 1 | Panels rotate on horizontal axis for maximum sun exposure |
| Axis 2 | Mast rotates on vertical axis for maximum sun exposure |
Weight & Dimensions
| Assembled Weight | 100 lb (45.4 kg) |
| Transport Weight | 135 lb (61 kg) |
| Transports | Pelican Rigid AL5430-0418 case with custom foam inserts D.O.T. approved for land, sea, and air transport |
| Height | 41” (104.14) panels flat / 50” (127 cm) panels tilted |
| Panel Diameter | 81” (205.74 cm) |
| Tripod Diameter | 50” (127 cm) deployed footprint |
Ground Securing
| Ground Tackle | Seven 12” (30.48 cm) steel peg stakes, rubber mallet, stake puller, & transport pouch |
| Ground Securing Methods | Stakes (included), sand bags, expanded footprint, or quicksand method |
Warranty
| Panel | 25-year warranty of 80% power output; 12-year warranty of 90% power output; 5-year limited warranty of materials and workmanship. |
| Materials & Workmanship | 5 Year Limited Warranty (Materials & Workmanship) |
