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Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
Aquafarms are usually located in remote tidal channels, and over 90% do not have access to grid connected power. At present, diesel generators are the most common source, with some farms having small hydro systems or no power at all. A 12v dc solar power system was designed to deliver a minimum of 600 watt hours per day using a 630 peak watt photovoltaic array of 14 45w modules, 1540 amp-hrs of battery storage, a 50 amp series relay regulator and a 1.2 kW inverter to provide 120v ac power. The prototype system was installed at the Goodrich Island Seafarms' Sooke Basin site located 50 km west of Victoria in December 1986. Insolation and dc power consumption were monitored for 6 months, from January 27-June 1, 1987. This report summarizes the development of the system, the monitoring program at the farm, and the economics of solar energy systems for the aquafarming industry.
