Agriculture
August 10, 2021
Updated on November 7, 2018
·Created on November 7, 2018
A series of portable solar electric generators manufactured in Ethiopia.
Sahara Energy manufacturers solar-powered generators in Addis Ababa, available in seven different models.
Market Suggested Retail Price
$1,500.00
Distributors / Implementing Organizations
Local sales agents
Manufacturing/Building Method
Sahara Energy manufacturers their units in a 120 m2 workshop in Addis Ababa. The generators are built in the following work stations: (1) Material cutting, (2) Material grinding, (3) Chassis assembly, (4) Paint spraying, (5) Electronics assembly, (6) Quality control testing, and (7) Packaging.Interview with manufacturer
Intellectural Property Type
Trade Secret
User Provision Model
Sahara Energy Solar generators can be purchased directly from the manufacturer or through local sales agents. Units are also available for rent form the manufacturer.Interview with manufacturer
Distributions to Date Status
8 unitsInterview with manufacturer
Description of power outputs
1 – 2 (depending on model)
Total lighting service (lumen-hours per solar-day)
16 – 160 hours (depending on model)
Peak power rating (Wp)
700 – 3000 (depending on model)
Battery capacity (kWh; mAh)
96.3 – 120.0 (depending on model)
Nominal battery voltage (V)
220 V
Battery type
Battery
User replaceable battery (yes/no)
Yes
Remote system diagnostics (yes/no)
No
Payment structure
Purchase unit directly from the manufacturer
Mobile service required (yes/no)
No
Design Specifications
The solar generators are available in eight models, as described below:
Model No. | System Voltage (V) | Average Energy Production (kWh/day) | Battery power (kWh) | Inverter Capacity (W) | PV Surface (m2) | AC Power Outlets (#) |
SA-700-1p | 12 | 0.66 | 0.34 | 700 | 1.0 | 1 |
SA-700-2p | 24 | 2.12 | 1.3 | 1600 | 3.4 | 1 |
SA-700-3p | 24 | 3.18 | 2.0 | 1600 | 5.1 | 1 |
SA-700-4p | 24 | 4.26 | 2.5 | 2400 | 7.0 | 2 |
SA-700-6p | 24 | 6.36 | 4.0 | 3000 | 10.2 | 2 |
SA-700-7p | 48 | 8.48 | 5.0 | 4000 | 15.0 | 2 |
SA-700-8p | 48 | 12.72 | 7.8 | 4000 | 22.0 | 2 |
Technical Support
Available from the manufacturer
Replacement Components
Replacement components (such as the charge controller and inverter) are available from the manufacturer.Interview with manufacturer
Lifecycle
20 years for the solar panel and 5 years for the battery.Interview with manufacturer
Manufacturer Specified Performance Parameters
The manufacturer aims to produce renewable energy solutions for rural farmers in Ethiopia.Interview with manufacturer
Vetted Performance Status
This product has not been third-party tested.Interview with manufacturer
Safety
Standard precautions when handling electronics.
Complementary Technical Systems
Accessories such as lights and appliances.
Academic Research and References
None
Compliance with regulations
Sahara Energy has two production licenses: (1) Ethiopian Ministry of Trade and Revenue & (2) Ethiopian Energy Authority.
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