TonyV
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I need to get new panels, are the SanTan used panels ok? does anyone have actual experience with them? looking at the Snail trail SanTan 230W panels.
TIA
TIA
Just out of curiosity, how did you get burned before?I need to get new panels,
What are snail trails .?..are they really made by snails..?
Just lines that develop in some panels.What are snail trails .?..are they really made by snails..?
How do y’all know these things even work…do they test em ..? Do you..? I have never considered used panels but I can see the value if you need a lot of them.. I know nothing of the used panel market..I paid like $27.00 each for 10 of their 270 watt cracked back sheet panels.
I've purchased 66 used snail trail panels over the course of 3 years from San Tan. I tested the panels and some had issues, but they made it right with little issue.
Would buy again, but with the deals on some of the new panels now... it might be hard to decide
Intresting….I may call and talk to them…im looking at 8 packs of Rich solar 335 - 400 watt as a possibility..Qcells, 1 year Santan warranty
Used QCells 315W Solar Panels Pallet of 25 | SanTan Solar
Used QCells QPEAK Duo Blk G5 315w Mono 120 Solar panel that is designed for optimal yields, whatever the weather with excellent low-light and temperature behavior. Normal wear and tear in good working condition. SanTan 1 year warranty.www.santansolar.com
"Already been through the horse", but still 1 year Santan warranty:
Cracked Vinyl Trina 230W Solar Panel | SanTan Solar
These used Trina 230w solar panels have cracked vinyl which does not effect the performance of the panel. Perfect for you're DIY off-grid solar system application! Please see pictures for reference.www.santansolar.com
These don't mention warranty, but that may be an oversight:
Snail Trail SanTan 250W Solar Panel | SanTan Solar
This listing is for 250W solar panels. These are used panels. They have developed a cosmetic blemish known as a snail trail. This does not affect the output of the panel. Manufacturing labels have been removed. Panels have been tested and have good output. These would need to be for off-grid...www.santansolar.com
No $27 panels today. Sometimes there are discounts. I got REC a year ago for a great price.
thats my main concern…it’s sorta like a pig in the poke.. ya may get lucky ….or ya may not.I've purchased 66 used snail trail panels over the course of 3 years from San Tan. I tested the panels and some had issues, but they made it right with little issue.
Would buy again, but with the deals on some of the new panels now... it might be hard to decide
I will say, when I called and told them I had 8 panels that were horrifically underperformed, we went back and forth a couple of times with them asking my testing process, and when I showed proof, they shipped 8 almost pristine panels for absolutely free, and told me i could keep the 8 underperforming ones. The only downside is they sent me silver frames when the rest of mine were black frames, but I couldn't really complain.Intresting….I may call and talk to them…im looking at 8 packs of Rich solar 335 - 400 watt as a possibility..
there seems to be somewhat of a deal on them but they are still nowhere near low cost…I will let you know if I do ,as the price will drop dramatically within a few days… Haa…
thanks for the input..
J
thats my main concern…it’s sorta like a pig in the poke.. ya may get lucky ….or ya may not.
thanks
J.
Hard to beat that……I may try some as a test order to see how it goes…Thank guy.I will say, when I called and told them I had 8 panels that were horrifically underperformed, we went back and forth a couple of times with them asking my testing process, and when I showed proof, they shipped 8 almost pristine panels for absolutely free, and told me i could keep the 8 underperforming ones. The only downside is they sent me silver frames when the rest of mine were black frames, but I couldn't really complain.
They test everything they sell. But occasionally there can be shipping damage. They are very easy to work with. They will send replacements or refund. (Your choice)How do y’all know these things even work…do they test em ..? Do you..? I have never considered used panels but I can see the value if you need a lot of them.. I know nothing of the used panel market..
I posted a question about this last week and only got a vague rely or two. I’m interested in San tan as many have talked about them… im not far from Georgia , can you pick them up there… ?. Can you go look and see them..? Is there any kind of warranty..?
J
Appreciate that… will Look them here and there and see what Samsung is doing..Grab some new Samsung 300W panels for $86+shipping from sig solar and then can take the 30% tax credit on top.