FLINkite - Flying solar modules
The handy FLINkite can be used flexibly, is quickly set up and delivers considerable daily yields. The square solar modules are placed over a halyard (e.g. spi halyard) and held in position by the center line of the system. The guide lines converge in a clamp, which is raked into the railing by means of the carabiners. Via the guide lines, the solar panels can be aligned around two axes so that they always point towards the sun. The bifacial solar panels also use their backside to generate energy: The light reflected from the water, which is captured by the back of the transparent solar panels, allows the FLINkite to gain even more energy. When the solar system is not needed, it can be stored in the small FLINbag.
Choose the FLINkite according to your energy needs.
Like the FLINsail, the FLINkite is modular. Choose the right size according to your energy needs. For example, a 3M-FLINkite can be used to power a cooler and laptop at anchor. Choose a FLINkite with up to six modules to charge your consumer batteries quickly and efficiently.
Bifacial solar modules
Our bifacial solar modules can harvest energy equally from both sides. The back of the solar panels in the FLINkite capture the light reflected from the water, allowing the FLINkites to generate 10% to 20% more energy than conventional solar panels. Rated power of bifacial solar system: 90W -> (100W).
FLINbag
We deliver every FLINkite in the practical FLINbag. It is made in Europe and convinces with a good quality. The padded bag has a handy pack size and offers optimal protection when storing the FLINkite. With the zipper the bag can be opened completely: If the FLINkite is placed over the spiefall, the solar panels can easily slide out of the bag.
Perfect angle - Highest efficiency
Decisive for the maximum output of a solar module is its alignment at the perfect angle. For maximum energy generation from solar radiation, the solar modules in the FLINsail can be aligned synchronously with the sun. This enables maximum solar energy gain even in the evening hours when the sun is low in the sky. When the FLINsail is at the perfect angle, you can even achieve greater charging currents than using a common shore power charger.
Use the model opposite to test how the angle of incidence of the sun affects the efficiency of a 100-watt solar module. Move the panel by drag and drop, or click on one of the alignment points.
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WInstallation of the FLINkite
The FLINkite is pulled into the mast via any halyard. The clamp of the FLINkite, in which the guide lines run, is fixed via the two carabiners to a fixed point - for example, on the railing. The halyard is used to pull through the system so that the center line is well tensioned. With the help of the guide lines and the clamp, the solar modules can be aligned to the sun.
Alignment of the solar modules
Use the guide lines to align the solar modules in the FLINkite to the sun. The solar modules rotate synchronously around two axes to the desired position. Use the clamp to fix the solar modules in the desired position.
Optionally, we offer charge controllers with Bluetooth interface. The charging current of the FLINkite can be monitored via a smartphone. If this is maximum, the solar modules are optimally aligned.
How can a deck feed-through of the cables look like?
The FLINkite is a plug & play system. Therefore, in order to use the FLINkite, no design changes need to be made to the sailing yacht. If it is used, the cables can be laid flying through the companionway or a hatch. Alternatively, a fixed socket can be placed at the base of the mast as a deck feed-through. Use our MC4 Philippi adapter for this purpose.