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Solutions to Remote Energy Needs

Modular Solar Systems - PDF
Spec Sheet - Modular Solar Systems - PDF

5 Kilowatt Series:
MS-5 (Modular Solar - 5kW)
AMS-5 (Armored Modular Solar - 5kW)

Outpost Solar AMS-5 Modular Solar Unit - military remote solar energy

Outpost Solar's Modular Solar Systems provide reliable power where it is needed most. Whether it is in the most remote areas of the world or in the aftermath of a natural disaster, the MS-5 and AMS-5 allow long-term operations to operate 24-hours/day, 7 days/week without resupply. Virtually maintenance-free, these systems can operate for years with only occasional cleaning or can be quickly secured in the face of imminent danger. The MS- 5 and AMS-5 have integrated power management systems that allow for real-time monitoring to ensure optimized power usage.

True Energy Security

  • Arrives ready to deliver power; can be delivered with a full charge
  • Provides critical energy security for weeks, months, or years with virtually no maintenance
  • Completely independent of outside fuel needs
  • Entirely self contained with no need for backup

Armored Mobile Solar military power system arrives on truck from Outpost SolarLogistically Sensible Power Solution

  • Shipping dimensions: 19.875' x 8.0' x 4.25'
  • Shippable via truck, rail, ship, or plane
  • Deployable via truck or helicopter

Rugged and More…

  • Built to withstand extreme climates (-40F to 140F) (-40C to 60C)
  • AMS-5 can withstand sustained small-arms fire

Scalable, Durable Power Delivery

  • Expand to build micro-grids
  • Secure source of renewable energy

Rapid Deployment

  • Two people can deploy in minutes, not hours
  • Deployed dimensions: 54' x 14' x 4.25'

 

Applications

Military UsesRapid deployment of armored mobile solar unit from Outpost Solar

  • Never Needs Fuel!!!
  • Operations/Command Center
  • Medical Clinic, Triage Facility

Homeland Security/FEMA

  • Disaster Response
  • Operations/Command Center
  • Remote Area / Border Security
  • Medical Clinic,Triage Facility
  • Sensors, Alarms and Lights


Commercial/Residential

  • Power for any Location
  • Remote Facility/Office
  • Qualifies for Green Energy Tax Credits

Humanitarian Aid

  • Remote Area Electrification
  • Water Pumping/Purification
  • Telecommunications

 

The basic 24-panel system can produce 287 amp-hours per day. Examples of a 287 amp-hour load:

Command Post Load Estimation
    Volts Amps Watts Use Use Daily Watt-Hrs
Individual Load Qty AC AC AC Hrs/Day Days/Wk AC
Laptop 6 120 0.4 300 24 7 7200
CFL Lights 4 120 0.2 76 10 7 760
Coffee Pot 1 120 6.25 750 1 7 750
Network Printer 1 120 0.2 25 0.2 7 5
FM Radio 1 120 0.03 4 12 7 48
Floor Fan 1 120 0.83 100 8.5 7 850
Comm Radio 1 120 0.83 100 24 7 2400
Battery Chrgr 1 120 0.53 70 5 7 350
 
Total AC Connected Watts 1425 AC Avg Daily Load 12363

 

Off-Grid Home Load Estimation
    Volts Amps Watts Use Use Daily Watt-Hrs
Individual Load Qty AC AC AC Hrs/Day Days/Wk AC
CFL Light Bulb 8 120 0.12 112 6 7 672
PC and Monitor 1 120 2.25 270 4 7 1080
Clock Radio 1 120 0.08 10 24 7 240
Coffee Maker 1 120 7.5 900 0.25 7 225
Refrigerator 1 120 6 720 9 7 6480
Microwave 1 120 9 1080 0.5 7 540
Television 1 120 1.25 150 3 7 450
DVD Player 1 120 0.5 60 2 7 120
Floor Fan 2 120 0.83 200 7 7 1400
Water Pump 1 120 2.92 350 2 7 700
Stereo 1 120 0.63 75 2 7 150
Washer 1 120 2.9 350 1 7 350
 
Total AC Connected Watts 4277 AC Avg Daily Load 12407


With no contribution from the panels, the battery system will support this load for 5 days.

Armored mobile solar power unit, grabber arm, from Outpost Solar



Specifications

Inverters

  • Pure Sine-Wave Inverter/Charger
  • 34 Amps Continuous AC RMS Output at 25°C

AC Voltage/Frequency: 120V/60Hz

RMS Output: 15 Amps (can be tailored to suit customers needs, but will impact battery life)

Standby Power Consumption: < 1 Watt

Photovoltaics: 24, 225-Watt Solar Modules (5.4 kilowatts)

MMPT Charge Controllers

Power Storage

  • 28, Sealed Maintenance-Free
  • Spill-Proof for a Total of Over 1700 Amp-Hours of Capacity

Outlets

  • 8, GFI-Protected, All-Weather, 120V AC Grounded
  • Two 15A Breakers (One for each group of 4 outlets)

Custom Configurations Available Upon Request

Designed to Support a 287 Amp-Hour Load per Day for Five Days with no Solar Input

Able to Produce Power Immediately -- Delivered with Batteries Fully Charged

Dimensions

  • Closed Length: 20 Feet
  • Closed Width: 8 Feet
  • Closed Height: 4 Feet, 3 Inches
  • Open Length: 54 Feet
  • Open Width: 14 Feet
  • Open Height: 4 Feet, 3 Inches
  • Weight: 20,100 Pounds

Monitoring: Complete System Information Available Even While the Unit is Closed

Built to Last: Available with Armor to Resist Bullet Penetration up to and Including 7.62mm


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Outpost Solar, LLC
1905 Mines Road, Suite 200
Pulaski, TN 38478
Phone: 800.416.8374
Fax: 866.880.2576
Email: info@outpostsolar.com