Shipping container lights at night
Solar Powered Shipping Container LED Lights

This basic entry level solar power system will provide lighting for a single shipping container.  The lights will be a string of 4 DC LED A bulbs 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

  • 2-6 DC LED A Bulbs (1050 lumens each) (20-40 ft shipping container depending on amount of light needed)
  • 960 Watt-hour Battery with controls and PnP connectors
  • 100-200 Watts of PV Panels with racking for pole or roof mount

If you need a larger system or more options, please see the Multiple Shipping Container page.

Lighting Layout

40ft Container Lighting Layout

Block Diagram

40ft Container Block Diagram

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.

LED A bulb with timer
Shipping container solar power battery box
Pole mounted solar panel
shipping container roof mount solar

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.