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Solar Microgrid Systems
Solar Microgrid Systems
Remote solar microgrid energy systems for rural electrification.
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Our SDC™ solar microgrid systems are custom designed / site specific systems using solar power, and other hybrid sources such as diesel gensets and wind turbines. These microgrid energy systems are used to charge and maintain a variety of battery storage systems.
Microgrid Applications
Microgrid system energy is commonly used for remote telecommunication sites, island power, military outposts, forward bases, security outpost, diesel generator backup, remote industrial systems, environmental repub/mediation, oil & gas pipeline, fracking systems. microwave repeaters, satellite stations, village power, rural electrification, radio/television repeaters , cathodic protection, emergency power, PCS base station, cellular repeaters, homeland security, mobile backhaul, disaster preparedness, remote site telemetry, remote medical clinics and much more.
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Toll-Free: (877) 297-0014
International inquiries welcome!
An SDC™ Solar Microgrid reduces diesel genset usage for the US Army on a remote, tropical island in the Marshall Islands.
Solar Microgrid System Features & Review
SDC™ Solar Microgrid Features
Photovoltaic Modules
- UL Listed Crystalline silicon
- High Efficiency
- Low Maintenance
- Module Warranty up to 25 Years
Weatherproof solar panels to ensure long-lasting performance in harsh elements.
Battery System
- Long Life Deep Cycle Batteries
- Sealed and Flooded Lead Acid
- Modular Design
- New Lithium Ion Designs
Sealed batteries that will last for years maintenance free are commonly used. Battery module racks are used in larger systems.
Control Systems
- Field Proven Solid State Designs
- Modular Control Channels
- High Reliability Componentry
- Remote Communications
An efficient solar battery AC coupling system is used for microgrid island power systems. The SMA Sunny Island is our most popular.
Balance of System Components
- DC to AC Sine Wave Inverters
- DC to AC Battery Charger/Rectifiers
- Diesel & propane gensets
- Heavy Duty Mounting Structure
We carry many other components to complete any custom microgrid system. We supply only the highest quality components from trusted manufacturers.
SDC™ Solar Microgrid Services
- Complete Project Assessment
- Per System Drawing and Manual
- Detailed Computer Design
- Project Directors
- Hands on Training
- Set-up and Instruction
- System Sustainment
- Delivered Pre-Assembled
- Global Support
SDC™ Solar Microgrid Benefits
- Inspector Friendly
- Cost Effective
- Low Maintenance
- Versatile Modular Design
- Multi Power Source
- Easy Installation
- Minimal Attendance Required
- Modular Design
- Inspector Friendly
- Low Environmental Impact
Our Distribution Partners:
- CED
- Graybar
- Elliot Electric
- Industrial Electric Supply IES
- Miller Electric
- One Source
- Sonepar
- Grainger
- Mayer Electric
- Crescent Electric
- Border States
- Rexel
Solar Microgrid System Application Review
SDC™ Microgrid Systems are used for a wide variety of applications:
- Forward Military Bases
- Microwave Repeaters
- Earth Satellite Stations
- Radio/Television Repeaters
- Remote Medical Clinics
- Village Power
- Cellular Repeaters
- PCS Base Stations
- Cathodic Protection
- Emergency Power
- Island Power
- Disaster Preparedness
- Mobile Command
- Diesel Genset Support
- Water Pumping
Field Proven Hybrid Solar System Genset Packages for DC Loads and Small AC Loads
The SDC™ Microgrid Systems are used for a wide variety of applications:The SDC™ Solar Microgrid series of remote hybrid solar system packages provide a reliable source of electricity for most every need.
Solar microgrids are used in industrial and residential power systems and in applications where this cost-effective coupling of two or more power sources provide the most economical and reliable solution.
SDC™ Microgrid system AC coupling inverters and battery bank
US Coast Guard in Alaska using an SDC™ Microgrid for emergency communications
McPherson Verizon SDC™ Microgridhybrid solar genset system powers a mountain top communications tower year-round.
SDC™ Solar Microgrid for a Southern California Edison microwave repeater.
SDC™ Microgrid is a leader in remote power systems for village power,island power and rural electrification.
SDC™ Microgrid hybrid wind system for the Urban Green Energy Helical Turbine Project
SDC™ Microgrid Systems Have Field-Tested Reliability
Our systems represent the highest standard of reliability. All components have passed rigorous testing and are suitable for use in the harshest of environments. Each complete system is individually assembled and tested at our production facilities, assuring problem-free operation right from the start.
Mountaintop SDC™ Microgrid System for a wireless cell site.
A remote hybrid solar system with backup generator is used to power a cell site for AT&T Wireless.
US DOE project with Bechtel using our system design to power their critical remote site loads.
Weatherproof insulated battery enclosures protect batteries and components.
A remote military outpost uses our advanced solar microgrid technology.
Pre-assembled, easily transportable power supply used by Verizon. We supply systems to cellular operators throughout the country.
We Offer Decades of Proven Experience!
SDC™ Solar Microgrid Systems are reliably powering thousands of critical loads around the world. Using state of the art computer modeling/design software and an experienced engineering staff, SDC™ are built to ensure year-round power availability at nearly any location on earth.
Remote airfield on Agalega Island located in the Indian Ocean uses a solar microgrid with a backup generator for consecutive cloudy days.
US Army microgrid design at Fort Devens Systems Integration Lab (SIL): (1) A solar panel array; (2) energy efficient structures; (3) smart power generation and storage; and (4) solar hot water system.
SES SDC™ microgrid water pumping system in South America
100 kw hybrid diesel genset solar microgrid system for National Park Service installed by SES technical crews.
Remote airport in Utah easily powered where there is no utility power.
Mountaintop microwave repeaters are powered year round with low maintenance.
Remote AT&T site in the Sierra Nevada Mountains of California. This racking system has high ground clearance for snow drifts.
SES SDC™ Solar Microgrid hybrid wind power system for Pacific Bell in Nevada desert has several sources of energy.
SES SDC™ MPR-9400 Hybrid System PV Controller
This controller designed by Solar Electric Supply automatically turns on backup diesel gensets and battery chargers.
This system controller includes remote communication access software.
Call us for a Free Sizing and Quotation for your Project! Toll-Free: (877) 297-0014
Models & Pricing
Choose the right SDC™ Solar Microgrid System for your application.
Choose a system based on your power needs from our table below or let one of our trained associates build a custom system for your project. These are complete pre-wired AC & DC power generating systems utilizing high efficiency solar modules, pure sine wave inverters & battery chargers for AC/DC power. Customer supplies diesel or propane back-up gensets. These SDC™ microgrid systems require sealed battery banks which our professional staff can assist with.
| Microgrid Systems SDC ID Number | Solar Array Wattage | Voltage Availability | Zone 3 | Zone 4 | Zone 5 | Zone 6 | Base List Price |
| Continuous Load Wattage | Continuous Load Wattage | Continuous Load Wattage | Continuous Load Wattage | ||||
| SDC-1000 | 1000 | 24, 48 VDC 120/240 VAC |
73 | 96 | 120 | 146 | $11,990 |
| SDC-2000 | 2000 | 24, 48 VDC 120/240 VAC 120/240 VAC |
146 | 191 | 240 | 293 | $21,880 |
| SDC-4000 | 4000 | 24, 48 VDC 120/240 VAC |
293 | 383 | 480 | 585 | $43,890 |
| SDC-6000 | 6000 | 48 VDC 120/240 VAC |
439 | 574 | 720 | 878 | $65,980 |
| SDC-9000 | 9000 | 48 VDC 120/240 VAC |
658 | 861 | 1080 | 1316 | $98,880 |
| SDC-12000 | 12000 | 48 VDC 120/240 VAC |
878 | 1148 | 1440 | 1755 | $132,000 |
| SDC-18000 | 18000 | 48 VDC 120/240 VAC |
1316 | 1721 | 2160 | 2633 | $179,000 |
| SDC-24000 | 24000 | 48 VDC 120/240 VAC |
1755 | 2295 | 2880 | 3510 | $216,000 |
| SDC-36000 | 36000 | 48 VDC 120/240 VAC |
2633 | 3443 | 4320 | 5265 | $288,000 |
| SDC-72000 | 72000 | 48 VDC 120/240 VAC |
5265 | 6885 | 8640 | 10530 | $576,000 |
Our line of complete SDC™ solar microgrid systems are built with over 40 years experience.
