7. Appendices

7.1 Appendix 1 – Insolation Maps

January Radiation

February Radiation

March Radiation

April Radiation

May Radiation

June Radiation

July Radiation

August Radiation

September Radiation

October Radiation

November Radiation

December Radiation

7.2 Appendix 2 – Battery Voltages


Rest Voltage per Cell

Rest Voltage 12V Battery

Discharge Voltage per Cell

Discharge Voltage 12V Battery

7.3 Appendix 3 – Cable Data

7.3.1 Equivalence and Ratings

CSA mm2 (VDE) AWG Rated Current (A)
1.0 17 13
1.5 15 17
2.5 13 24
4 11 32
6 9 41
10 7 57
16 5 76
25 3 101
35 2 125
50 1/0 151
70 2/0 192
95 4/0 232
120 5/0 269
150 6/0 300

7.3.2 Voltage drop tables

Voltage drop tables

7.4 Appendix 4 – Example wiring diagrams

Volt lighting system

Volt lighting system

24Volt diagram

7.5 Appendix 5 – Power ratings of common appliances

Typical power consumption for a range of appliances. Power consumption for 12 Volt versions is given where appropriate.

Appliance Power Rating (W) 230V Supply Power Rating (W) 12V Supply
Light (energy saving) 15 10
Television 80 35
Refrigerator 90 50
Washing Machine 3000 -
Dishwasher 3000 -
Fan Heater 2000 57
Central Heating Pump 60 -