Multiple shipping containers with solar panel
Shipping container lights in covered space

This medium solar power system will provide lighting for multiple shipping containers.  The lights can be a string of DC LED A bulbs or 4' Vaportite DC LED fixtures which operate on a timer switch. The system is designed with plug and play (PnP) connectors for easy assembly.  The lights and timer switch easily setup inside the shipping container with the attached strong magnets. There is also a magnet to hold the cord up in between each light.  The battery box contains the controls and will rest on the floor or a shelf inside the  shipping  container.

System Ranges

  • 2 to 6 strings of 1050 lumen lights with 4 to 8 lights per string with swivel magnets

  • Vaportite 4' strips for covered areas

  • 960 to 2880 Watt-hour Battery Bank with controls and PnP connectors

  • 300 to 1200 Watts of PV Panels with racking for pole or roof mount

Please contact us with your specific needs for a System Specification and Quote

Other Options:

  • Wall packs with Photocells
  • Inverter
  • Battery Charger (from Generator- for extended periods of rain or snow)

If you need a system for a single shipping container, please see the Single Shipping Container page.

Lighting Layout C1

5 Containers with Covered Space Lighting Layout

Block Diagram

5 Containers with Covered Space Block Diagram

Lighting Layout C2

2x 40ft container with strip lights in covered area between containers

Lighting Layout C3

2x 40ft container with A Bulbs in covered area between containers

Lighting Layout C4

40ft container x2 with tent

The WattWorks Off-Grid DC Lighting and Solar Power Station is a Direct Current (DC) system which is more efficient and reliable than an equivalent inverter based 120 volt AC lighting system.  Safety is another benefit of the low voltage DC wiring compared to 120 volt AC.


 

DC loads powered directly from the Battery Bank include DC Lighting, DC water pumps, DC refrigeration, DC ventilation fans, DC air conditioning, USB Charging ports, Cigarette Lighter Socket, and DC Garage door openers, etc.  A DC/AC 120 volt Inverter can be provided to power small AC loads and can be connected to a pre-wired AC Load Center panel for distribution to existing AC outlets and AC light fixtures.


 

Monitoring and logging of power generated and power used can be accessed locally via a smart phone app and optionally can be reported via a gateway device and internet connection to a Web Portal.  A Cellular modem is available to provide the internet connection.

Shipping Container Multiple Solar Panels
Shipping container solar powered control panel
DC LED vaportite strip light
Timer Switch
Battery box side view connections
Large Battery Box Control Panel lid open
Large Battery Box Control Panel lid closed
Large Battery Box connected
Solar Powered Shipping Container LED Lights
Solar Powered Shipping Container LED Lights
Shipping container lights at night

WattWorks Off Grid DC Light & Power systems are designed to meet the needs of your individual projects and your location constraints. Each system design includes detailed installation diagrams and instructions. All Plug and Play (PnP) cables are custom made for the lengths required with connectors.

 

Most applications have some unique requirements which can affect the system design. These may include:

  • specific lighting levels needed for the use of space
  • hours of operation
  • seasonal variations
  • high reliability (days of autonomy)
  • solar energy resources available at the location
  • Optional DC power needs besides lighting
  • DC/AC Inverter for AC loads

Fill out the contact form below with your specific application needs to receive an estimate/quote.