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Need FReeper help (Vanity) with FLEXIBLE solar panels that fit metal and shingle roofs
FReerepublic of course ^ | 03/22/2006 | Self

Posted on 03/22/2006 9:05:48 AM PST by Blueflag

I need help finding sources of flexible solar power panels that (a) are shingle replacements, or (b) fit in the channels of **residential** ribbed metal roofs. I am specifically NOT looking for the old-fashioned boxed panels. These need to be 'architecturally' and aesthetically attractive. A kind FReeper pointed me to a source once before but I lost that thread. Any and all links are appreciated.

Many thanks, Blueflag


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I need help finding sources of flexible solar power panels that (a) are shingle replacements, or (b) fit in the channels of **residential** ribbed metal roofs. I am specifically NOT looking for the old-fashioned boxed panels. These need to be 'architecturally' and aesthetically attractive. A kind FReeper pointed me to a source once before but I lost that thread. Any and all links are appreciated.

1 posted on 03/22/2006 9:05:52 AM PST by Blueflag
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To: Blueflag

These?

http://www.oksolar.com/solar_panels/uni-solar.htm


2 posted on 03/22/2006 9:08:12 AM PST by Quilla
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To: Quilla
If that is the right answer this is awesome!
Less than 3 minutes!
3 posted on 03/22/2006 9:09:57 AM PST by Publius6961 (Multiculturalism is the white flag of a dying country)
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To: Blueflag
or these.... http://www.solar4power.com/index.html

Geeze 1 minute on google would have given you plenty to look at
4 posted on 03/22/2006 9:10:34 AM PST by SouthernBoyupNorth ("For my wings are made of Tungsten, my flesh of glass and steel..........")
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To: Blueflag

or these?

http://www.oksolar.com/roof/


7 posted on 03/22/2006 9:14:10 AM PST by SouthernBoyupNorth ("For my wings are made of Tungsten, my flesh of glass and steel..........")
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To: SouthernBoyupNorth

I spent several minutes of searching on Google yet never found the ones that fit nicely in the channel of the new 50 yr residential metal roofs.

I appreciate all links.


8 posted on 03/22/2006 9:15:01 AM PST by Blueflag (Res ipsa loquitor)
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To: Baynative

Bite me!!! lol

I went to Google FIRST and that was my error.

The BEST results in context come from FReepers ;-p


9 posted on 03/22/2006 9:15:54 AM PST by Blueflag (Res ipsa loquitor)
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To: Baynative

FWIW I found all the links you fine folks have posted. The SPECIFIC one I cannot seem to find is ...

a roll of solar power film manufactured to fit in the channel of residential metal roofs.

As always, I appreciate the posts from Captains Obvious, but was searching for FReeper wetware skills, not Google ;-p

Now you can flame me again lol


10 posted on 03/22/2006 9:19:02 AM PST by Blueflag (Res ipsa loquitor)
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To: Blueflag

I did not look at the links but wonder if this trend for solar panels is different from the ones in the 70's.

Is it economical to install?
I am looking for a contractor to install a pretty simple rain catch system to supplement my lousy well output but the bids our way out of range for such a simple system.

I am not in a position to do it myself or I would.


11 posted on 03/22/2006 9:19:53 AM PST by Global2010 (Pray the Rosary)
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To: Global2010

It is FAR more economical to install than it was, but it is still costed such that you have to WANT to install it.

From my prior research (which I have now lost) my best options were to look at solar power as a 15 year payback. Fuel/KWatt cost have gone way up since then, so the payback is likely shorter.

Installation is now FAR simpler and/or far more attractive installed. New panels look like architectural shingles instead of big ugly boxes. Others fit nicely within the ridges of metal roofs. Also they are easily repaired now.

The rub is still making use of the power and storing it. A lot of cost lies therein.


12 posted on 03/22/2006 9:24:37 AM PST by Blueflag (Res ipsa loquitor)
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To: Blueflag

Interesting, thanks.


15 posted on 03/22/2006 9:40:00 AM PST by Global2010 (Pray the Rosary)
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To: Baynative

Good idea (and shameless bump)


16 posted on 03/22/2006 9:43:17 AM PST by Blueflag (Res ipsa loquitor)
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To: Blueflag
Just think of all the square footage and installation labor currently present in/on American roofs? Sittin' there keeping the rain out and the sun out, could generate a lot of kW in a 20-25 yr lifespan.

Heck just 1/2 of a roof in the sunnier areas in the US could safe a lot of $$$ and oil, and natural gas. Just wish someone somewhere could somehow make the items here and cheap.......

17 posted on 03/22/2006 10:37:38 AM PST by RSmithOpt (Liberalism: Highway to Hell)
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To: RSmithOpt

No question. So could cars COVERED in the stuff ;-)


18 posted on 03/22/2006 11:06:16 AM PST by Blueflag (Res ipsa loquitor)
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