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Old 12-17-2009, 03:07 AM   #5 (permalink)
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I will go check them out. In a perfect world, I'd get enough to offset/power a single-room AC unit. How many panels would it take to run one 110 volt wall-mounted AC unit like this? :

LG Electronics WG5005 Air Conditioner - WG5005 for Sale
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You'll be prepared for the hottest days of the summer, if you buy the Goldstar WG5005 Air Conditioner featuring 5,050 BTUs. This high performance air conditioner is powered by 110 Volt " 15 or 20 Amp Circuit (Parallel Plug) electric. It offers 2 cooling speeds and 2 fan speeds, for the extra convenience and control you want to achieve just the right temperature in your home. Keep your friends and family cool, comfortable, and relaxed, all summer long with your new and efficient Goldstar Air Conditioner.
Quick calcs :

5,050 BTU AC uses ? watts/110 volts = 20 amps
=> 20 * 110 = 2200 watts
=> 2200 / 175 watts per panel = 12.5 panels
=> 13 panels
=> $11,700
=>

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