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The specs are available online search "Matrix 75W solar panel".  I'm in the process of restocking these now for a loss, so if you want them speak now.

I agree with tom.  Keeping your DC system components close is smart design.  It will save you cost on heavy DC wiring and potential voltage loss.  AC voltage loss is much less of a concern. Many exterior rated grid-tie inverters are available.

I've seen prototype systems that use concentrating mirrors on a smaller panel with "coolant" running behind the panel.  If you look at the standard voltage-current curves for most panels, you'll see that the panel output drops significantly with increase in temperature.

The idea behind the coolant would be to keep the panel cool and also collect useable heat therefore increasing the overall efficiency of the system.

Working this into a custom built system would be neat but would surely void the warranty on a new panel.  I would try a few experiments with some used panels first.

Tom

20 New, never opened. May pick up or deliver if in DC MD VA area. Will discuss shipping options. May discount if you purchase 10 or more.

I have 20 panels available. New, never opened in original shipping box. The panels may be picked up if you're in the DC MD VA area. Otherwise we can discuss shipping options. Must purchase in quantities of two if shipping. Will discount 10% if you buy all 20.