Modular Design
The Paddock Solar Power Plant is based on a modular design that is easy to upgrade.
The Paddock Solar Panels are designed so that individual solar strips can be removed and replaced easily, should one get damaged.
The individual panels fit into the Paddock Aerodynamic Solar Panel Frame. This flexible steel frame is weather resistant and ruggedized with a polyurethane coating for durability. The frame can be flexed to perfectly fit the curve of most aerodynamic roofs on today's truck cabs. The frame itself has a thin profile and will not adversely affect the aerodynamics or the fuel efficiency of the truck.
The Paddock Solar Maximizer is the heart of the system. The Solar Maximizer is a smart energy management system that controls the flow of energy between solar panels, truck batteries and auxiliary batteries for maximum available power and charging efficiency. You'll never need to worry about re-starting your truck after a long night of high-amperage accessories usage – the Paddock Solar Maximizer will not allow the starting battery to drop below a set voltage limit and will automatically parallel the start and auxiliary batteries for maximum cranking power.
The Solar Maximizer itself is modular – you can start simple and upgrade the functionality and capacity of the Maximizer and it's related system components over time. A full Paddock Solar Power Plant can ultimately replace your diesel-fired generator – even for powering heating and cooling units in when you need them most!
The entire Solar Maximizer is contained in a weather resistant box about the size of a large shoebox. The box is mounted on rubber "shocks" and can be installed out of the way – on the back of the truck cab or on any of the interior cab walls under the bunk.
With the Paddock Solar Maximizer, you can run your cab appliances as needed at night while watching TV and running the AC to stay comfortable – then truly sleep well knowing that when you awake your truck will start immediately with a full battery charge.
