For our solar power system, we will be using 12 Kyocera 120 watt solar panels in an array on a Wattsun Tracker, a Xantrax inverter, an Outback MX-60 charge controller, and (16) L16 Interstate lead acid batteries.

We went to a local metal recycler and bought a steel pipe to mount a Wattsun tracker on. We built a form 8 ft. high and 3 ft. square and drilled holes in the lower part (below ground level) and stuck rebar throught the holes. We had a concrete truck deliver 3 cu. yds. of concrete to fill the form.

This is the pole painted and ready for the tracker and panel mounting.

August 2005, we mounted the 12 solar panels on the tracker and tested it by wiring it to use its own power. Although it's not connected to anything but itself right now, it's fun to watch track the sun.

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