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Was it a cloud, was it a pigeon or autumn leaves? No, this feline obstruction was spotted on the test bench panel seeking a nice warm surface to have a morning nap. Fortunately the Miasole 125W CIGS panel proved its ongoing worth even after three years exposed to all kinds of weather and temperatures by continuing to deliver. While the voltage (blue) dropped, the output current remained incredibly stable.

Long term case studies have always found favour with me and the below graph shows a Miasole flexible 125W CIGS panel I had on the test bench for almost 3 years. During this time, the panel endured from -7 degree C with snow frozen to it all the way up to 40 degree C temperatures. Yet, shown below, over the last month it still managed some incredible and even unexpected output numbers given its 125W rating.

Some more great certified Victron products for the UK market due in the near future. Expect the all-in-one Easysolar-II GX models, which now have their G98/G99 certificates, to hopefully be listed in the ENA type tested register in the near future. Ideal for those who want an easy install where there is limited space. …

Just in case you missed it. Victron is aiming high with this one. Multi HS19 15kW is a rack mountable three-phase Inverter/Charger with 4 x Multi Power Point Tracking Solar Charge Controllers 800VDC from an (up to) 1000VDC, 32kWp solar array. The units can be paralleled to provide large industrial processes with power from an entirely sustainable energy supply. NOTE - This product is not yet available to order, but coming soon. …

New features even hotter than the British summer? Exciting new irradiance forecasting features in VRM coming soon. The top screenshot shows the smart irradiance forecast based on "machine learning" combining historical data, your approximate location and installed hardware. The second is purely W/m2. More can be found on the blog https://www.victronenergy.com/.../new-vrm-solar.../ as well as information on how you can experience the Beta version today. And the answer is yes. Victron has grea …