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INTRODUCTION
The Companion 125W Solar Mat Kit includes the latest high performance monocrystalline cells with an outstanding
19.5% efficiency making it the ideal portable solar charging solution for charging all types of 12V DC batteries
(excluding lithium).
Ideally suited for camping, 4WDriving, caravanning, boating and other activities to power a range for 12V DC
accessories directly from your 12V DC battery, including; portable fridge, lighting, television, DVD player, bilge pump,
food warmer and even a water pump for a shower or hot water system. You can also connect a 240V AC inverter to your
battery to power a limited range of 240V AC appliances.
Companion Solar Mat Kits are designed for Australia’s tough conditions, using the latest high quality components
which provide dependable performance and reliability in an easy to use compact solar kit.
Utilising the abundance of free sunlight available, the monocrystalline cells convert this sunlight into usable DC
(direct current) electricity. Due to the cells high power output, the electricity produced or voltage output (measured
directly at the cell) is too high to be used effectively. To better control the voltage output we have included a ‘Smart’
5 Stage 12 Amp PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) weatherproof controller to automatically adjust the voltage output no
matter what type of battery is being charged from the four different types available.
Simply, select the correct ‘DIP’ switch setting on the rear of the controller to match the type of battery being charged.
Select from either; GEL, AGM, WET (conventional lead-acid) or Calcium, then connect the supplied battery clamps to
the corresponding battery terminals and the ‘Smart’ controller will automatically decide the amount and rate of charge
the battery needs.
PRODUCT FEATURES
• 27 x 19.5% highly efficient monocrystalline cells
• 6 panels
• 30A heavy duty Anderson style plugs on extension leads
• 5m extension lead – twin core 2.08mm2 ‘fig 8’ cable
• Fused 0.8m extension lead with battery clamps
• Support stand
WARNING: THE CONTROLLER SUPPLIED WITH THIS PRODUCT IS NOT SUITABLE FOR CHARGING ANY TYPE OF
LITHIUM BATTERY. ATTEMPTING TO CHARGE A LITHIUM BATTERY WITH THIS CONTROLLER COULD RESULT IN
FIRE OR EXPLOSION.