Solar Stik™ 360 Breeze
Solar Stik™ 360 Breeze
MIL-Series 24V DC • Item # 243602
Introduction
THE ONLY TRULY PORTABLE HYBRID SOLAR & WIND GENERATOR IN THE WORLD!
The Solar Stik™ 360 Breeze can be used for applications requiring power generation in remote areas, or in environments where the sun may not be as prevalent as wind. The 360 Breeze incorporates portability and adaptability, along with TWO truly independent power sources, to provide power for nearly any application.
It is a Solar-Wind Hybrid DC Generator, 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!
- Supplemental Wind Generation: If there is wind, there is power! Wind is an excellent supplemental power source, and augments the power generated by the solar array.
In the right conditions, the Solar Stik™ Breeze can reliably generate up to 3.0 kW-h of daily energy with three panel adjustments during the daytime hours and a steady 10 MPH of wind.
Portable
It is engineered as a compact design that allows for easy storage, rapid deployment, and secure transport insideTWO custom Pelican™ cases.
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. The Panels can handle severe stressing including high wind or hail impact, and the Breeze Wind Generator will self-protect in wind speeds over 40 MPH.
Once fully assembled, the Solar Stik™ 360 Breeze weighs 140 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.
All Solar Stiks™ are Field-Serviceable, and require very little maintenance or upgrades to keep them functional.
Adaptable
While a “solar generator” at its core, The 360 Breeze 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, Masts & Mast Mounts (for supporting additional equipment such as cameras), Ground Securing, System Expansion Cables, Power Management Options, and more.
Expandable
All 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
Assembly of the Solar Stik™ 360 Breeze can be performed by two people in under 15 minutes, requires no tools or special knowledge, and all connections are “Plug & Play”!
Solar Stiks™ have two axes of rotation that allow for maximum solar panel power production. The panels can be rotated on both horizontal and vertical axes.
Three daily panel adjustments of the 360 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 2.5 kW-h, but depending on location and conditions, may occasionally exceed 2.7 kW-h.
The Solar Stik™ 360 Breeze will work with any Solar Stik™ Accessory that has a “Solar Only” power receptacle. and a “Wind/Load/24VDC” Inter-connect Port and is of equivalent operating voltage.
Proudly Made in USA
Built in the USA, the Solar Stik™ 360 Breeze 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 | 3.0+ kW-h |
| Solar Power Output |
360 watts @ 36 volts (24V DC unregulated power)
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| Wind Power Output |
160 watts @ 29.0 volts - 28 mph (24V DC regulated power) |
| Power Connections |
(2) Amphenol ACC02E22-2S Receptacles
Single Inter-connector port for wind circuit PMHPA-M14-P05 |
Solar Panel
| Manufacturer | BP Solar |
| Model | BP 4180W |
| Rated power (Pmax) | 360W (180W per panel) |
| Nominal Voltage | 24V per panel |
| Solar Cells | 72 monocrystalline 5” silicon cells (125x125mm) in series |
| Diodes | IntegraBus™ technology includes 2 Schottky bypass diodes |
| 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 +185 °C (-40 °F to +185 °F) |
| Humidity freeze, damp heat | 85 °C and 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 4180W 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 |
Wind Turbine Specifications |
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| Model | Air Breeze | |
| Rated Capacity | 160 watts at 28 mph (12.5 m/s) | |
| Start-Up Wind Speed | 6 mph (2.68 m/s) | |
| Turbine Controller | Microprocessor-based smart internal regulator with peak power tracking | |
| Body | Cast Aluminum (powder coated for corrosion protection) | |
| Blades | (3) - Injection-molded composite | |
| Overspeed Protection | Electronic torque control | |
| Survival Wind Speed | 110 mph (49.2 m/s) | |
| Warranty | 3 year limited warranty | |
The generator manufacturer recently performed HALT (highly accelerated life testing) on the AIR turbine which basically tests the turbine to failure. The test procedure is designed to replicate years of “field” exposure. The turbine finally failed at -50 F and 155 F. Even though the turbine is not rated to those extremes by IEC, the HALT results prove the turbine can withstand temperature extremes.
Weight & Dimensions
| Assembled Weight | 140 lb (63.5 kg) |
| Transport Weight | 417lb (189.1 kg) |
| Transports |
Pelican 5430-0418 Case - 56.88” x 32.81” x 39.62” (144.4 x 83.3 x 100.6 cm) Pelican 6638-0605 Case - 71.5” x 50.75” x 18.75” (181.6 x 128.9 x 47.7 cm)
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| Height | 139” (353.06 cm) to top of wind generator blade diameter |
| Panel Diameter | 83.5” (212.09 cm) tip to tip |
| Tripod Diameter |
50” Diameter Tripod only 114.5” (290.83 cm) Diameter with Outriggers |
Ground Securing
| Ground Tackle | Three foot pads, Three PE18 ground augers, ratcheting t-handle driver, four 12” steel peg stakes, rubber mallet, stake puller, & transport pouch |
| Ground Securing Methods | Sand bags, mechnical attachment and Power Paks can be used on foot pads. See manual for additional details. |
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 |
Solar Stik™ - 5 Year Limited Warranty (Materials & Workmanship) Breeze Wind Generator - 3 Year Limited Warranty (Materials & Workmanship) |
