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Blue Planet solar power panels are an easy-to-use, guaranteed solution to an ever-growing need for alternate power sources or backup power
15W solar battery charger works with cars, RVs, boats, tractors, ATVs, electric fences, deer feeders, and much more
Maintenance free and easy to install
Works in all weather conditions - even on cloudy days
The ultra bright blue LED light provides charging indication
Built-in reverse current protection; won't deplete the power-supply system
Temperature range is -40� to 176� F
Max output: 15W, 1 Amp
Complete kit includes: 15W solar charging panel, pre cut holes for easy installation, 4 stainless steel screws, battery clamps, 12V car adapter and 12 feet of wire

Canadian Tire Warranty:

This product carries a 5 year exchange warranty redeemable at any Canadian Tire store.

Additional Product Information:

For customer support call: Sunforce Products 1-888-478-6435

Blue PlanetBlue Planet Solar Panel, 15 Watt

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3.8 out of 5

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3.8 out of 5

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3.7 out of 5

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3.7 out of 5

45 Blue Planet solar power panels are an easy-to-use, guaranteed solution to an ever-growing need for alternate power sources or backup power. 15W solar battery charger works with cars, RVs, boats, tractors, ATVs, electric fences, deer feeders, and much more. Maintenance free and easy to install. Works in all weather conditions - even on cloudy days

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4 out of 5

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4 out of 5

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4 out of 5

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Novi

Location:Halifax, NS

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Great on the boat.

Date:September 15, 2011

"I have a single deep cycle battery on my boat that is charged by the engine. I usually sail off the mooring and rarely use the engine so I found my battery was always drained and I'd have to plan a recharge.

This panel has solved that problem nicely. I keep it on the cockpit bench while the boat is moored and just stow it below every time we go out. I run a VHF, stereo and GPS off of the battery and just a few sunny days is enough to top up the battery to full. I added the charge controller for peace of mind and now I never worry about the battery any more."

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5 out of 5

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5 out of 5

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5 out of 5

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5 out of 5

JudlandSk

Location:Sask.

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A little heavy, but works well

Date:February 14, 2011

"I found this solar panel to be a little more heavier than I expected, but after finally getting it mounted, it's been working wonderfully.

Of course, it's a peak performance in direct sunlight, but even when sunlight is on an angle - or on an overcast day - the panel still provides power to our solar generator.

This item seems to come up on sale pretty regularly, so wait for the reduced price, if you can, and you'll get even better value for your money."

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Walt001

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You pay for what you get

Date:August 4, 2010

"These are cheaply made and will not last. I bought two eliminator Solar Panels two years ago, one fail during the winter months, the second fail last week. I never had the output they promised, even on the brightest of January days. Where the sun is at its strongest. In reality they are very expensive, you get a 15 watt panel for about 100 dollars, 30 watts, two panels for about 200 dollars. You can buy 100 watt solar panel on the internet for about 250 dollars shipped , they are also constructed to last and are guaranteed for 2 years on manufactures defect and 25 years on performance."

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Bear2

Location:Saskatoon

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15watt solar panel

Date:April 26, 2010

"Ditto This panel does not perform as indicated. The plastic surround splits and exposes the inner works.
The glass and surface discolours and shows a film on the inside surface. They are not worth the price and I am thinking I would like to get warranty and replace them with something else in a different product."

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1 out of 5

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1 out of 5

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lotwsolar

Location:Winnipeg, MB

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Good Beginner Product

Date:February 9, 2010

"Since the summer of 2005 I have purchased 8 of these panels. I used them first in conjunction with the 7amp Sunforce Charge Controller (which itself failed after 2 years) and then after my 8th panel I upgraded to the 30 amp Sunforce Charge Controller (which I am still using).

I cannot recommend these panels for the following reasons:
1) The 1 amp max output rating is mostly a pipe dream. Of the 8 panels I've owned I've never had one produce more then 500 mA on the clearest day, with direct sunlight.
2) The build quality of the earlier models (I still see these sold in some stores) is terrible. If you purchase these panels and they do not come with the unibody frame with the 2 cross supports on the back, return them, the plastic will shrink in sunlight and crack.
3) At best these panels can be categorized as a trickle charger. That is to say that they will MAINTAIN a fully charged 12 volt battery. But there is no way they have the output to actually charge a 75% or more discharged 12 volt battery.
4) After several calls to Sunforce (even if these panels say Motomaster - they are Sunforce) we concluded that 3 of my 8 panels were shot (less then 5 years old and producing 0 amps) and the remaining 5 were producing well under 25% of their rated amperage.

I have since purchased an 80 Watt Sharp solar module (same as the Sunforce one sold be CT) and I am much happier with it. It is rated to produce ~5 amps and does.

If you are looking to get into the recreational solar hobby (whether it be for your garage, cottage, rv, etc) I would recommend staying clear of these panels and focus on using higher wattage (50+ Watts minimum) panels - you will be much happier in the long and short runs."

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3 out of 5

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4 out of 5

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2 out of 5

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3 out of 5

Natinus

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Solar

Date:January 23, 2010

"Got one of these and we use it to charge 5 batteries during the winter so they are ready to use in the summer."

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4 out of 5

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4 out of 5

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Acura1

Location:Newfoundland

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Does what it is supposed to do

Date:January 22, 2010

"I have one at the cottage to keep a deep cycle battery charged . Works fine..."

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3 out of 5

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coryrt

Location:Calgary

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Worked for...

Date:January 22, 2010

"Worked for a while, but after 6 mo. or so the output was nil. Didn't last as expected"

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4 out of 5

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3 out of 5

Anonymous

Location:marieville, Qc

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good for camping

Date:January 22, 2010

"Good product but you have to be careful when handling it, it's durability is poor"

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5 out of 5

Anonymous

Location:Ottawa, ON

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Product Works

Date:April 26, 2009

"The product works as described, it does put out the power stated. People should know that solar noon is when the most is produced. I have 4 of these panels, 2 of the folding 30W panel and one other 15W panel from a box store. I produce a peak of 105W during solar noon at 4.5 to 5.8 AMPS. This system charges 4 heavy duty truck batteries up to 13.6V each day. I use this system to power 2 laptops, HS Modem, Wireless Router, 26W CFL Lamp, HP C6180 wirles printer and my portal phone base charger. Produces all the power I need and saves me about $100.00 CAD in Electrical cost each year. Total cost of the system was $612.00 CAD and will pay for itself in 7 years. Everthing was bought on sale at CTC. Charge controler, Panels, connectors and combiner box (plastic one). See picture of my system."

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Could this solar panel power a 1/6 HP sump pump about 30min to 1 hour every day?

Question:

Sump pump is 1/6HP, 115V, 60Hz, 2.2A and 5A when started. 15w Solar panel would be on charge controller linked to 12V car battery. Only need the sump pump to run about 30minutes to one hour every day. Thanks

Jacques5048

3 weeks ago

Answer:

Unfortunately, if you are looking to use a 12V car battery to charge a 115V A.C ) Sump Pump, it will not work. If you require further assistance, please contact 1-877-483-6756.

CanadianTireTeam

2 weeks, 2 days ago

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can this 15W panel trickle charge a car battery under fluorescent lights hoping to compensate for a dashcam's power draw?

Question:

I wish to run a dash cam in motion detection mode while parked underground 5 consecutive days a week. dash cam power input is 12-24V, max power: 4W. thanks!

CanadianDriver

- Toronto

2 months, 2 weeks ago

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Answer:

It is possible, but keep in mind that because of the artificial light conditions, you will need to install the panel as close as possible to the light source. Approximately 4 to 5 feet.

CanadianTireTeam

2 months, 2 weeks ago

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what solar equipment do I need

Question:

Wondering if/how one would set up a solar panel and sytem (not sure what all is needed) to be able to plug in and run a single heat lamp (250 watt) that would run continuosly in a chicken coop.

solarquestion

6 months ago

Answer:

For this application, you must be able to generate as much power as it's being consummed. In this case 250 Watts, for 24 hours. For example: 250 Watts x 24 hours = 6000 Watt-hours. In order to generate 6000 Watt-hours in 6-7 hours of sun, a solar array of at least 1000W total must be used.

Such a system would consist of a dozen Blue Planet 85W Solar Panels, 2 deep cycle 12V batteries of at least 100 Amp-Hours and a couple of 50 Amp charge controllers.

CanadianTireTeam

5 months, 3 weeks ago

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Will this panel keep an 8D heavy equipment battery fully charged when not in use

Question:

I use an 8D deep cycle battery for my commercial fishing boat, and wish to keep the full charge maintained during the winter months when it is not in use. Will the 1 amp be powerful enough to keep my battery fully charged during the winter?

bradleyat

- Nova Scotia

6 months ago

Answer:

The 15W panel should maintain this battery despite its large size. Make sure to leave the battery with a charge of no less than 11V.

CanadianTireTeam

6 months ago

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One panel enough to run a 12V cooler?

Question:

I have a Mobicool A40 DC/AC/Gas cooler which I use during summer. Power consumption @ 12V = 290 BTU/hr, and Current consumption = 7.5 A Could I have enough power to run the cooler with the 15 W solar panel?

lcastellanosm

- Montreal, Canada

7 months ago

Answer:

The 15W panel cannot directly run a cooler with 7.5 amps current consumption.

You will need a 12V deep cycle battery. In order to determine the size and number of panels needed, we would need to know the approximate running time of the cooler per day (total hours).