Sunflower: Solar Power Manager 5V

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SKU: DFR0559 Brand: DFRobot
DFRobot is launching a brand new series - Sunflower, focusing on high-efficiency, small power solar energy management for IoT projects and renewable energy applications...
$13.35 AUD, inc GST
$12.14 AUD, exc GST

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  • 25+ $11.29 (exc GST)
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14 from local stock, 1 supplier stock; your order will dispatch between Dec 1 to Dec 10. And yes, stock levels and lead times are accurate!

Shipping:

  • $7+ Standard (5+ days*, tracked)
  • $11+ Express (2+ days*, tracked)
  • FREE Pickup (Newcastle only - must order online*)

Shipping costs may increase for heavy products or large orders.

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*Conditions apply, see shipping tab below.

DFRobot is launching a brand new series - Sunflower, focusing on high-efficiency, small power solar energy management for IoT projects and renewable energy applications.


Solar Power Manager 5V is a small power and high-efficiency solar power management module designed for 5V solar panel. It features as MPPT (Maximum Power Point Tracking) function, maximizing the efficiency of the solar panel. Apart from serving as a solar charger, the module can provide up to 900mA charging current to 3.7V Li battery with USB charger. The ON/OFF controllable DC-DC converters with 5V 1A output satisfies the needs of various solar power projects and low-power applications. The module also employs various protection functions, such as battery/solar panel reverse connection protection, output over temperature and over current/short circuit protection, which greatly improves the stability and safety of the system.

NOTE: This board DOES NOT have over-discharge protection circuits, please use a 3.7V Lipo battery with protection circuits.


Board Overview

 



Solar Power Manager 5V interfaces (front)



Solar Power Manager 5V interfaces (back)

Connection Diagram



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FEATURES

  • Constant voltage MPPT algorithm, maximizing solar panel efficiency
  • Designed for 5V solar panel
  • Double charging mode: solar/USB charger (900mA max charge current)
  • 5V ON/OFF controllable regulated power supply for low-power applications
  • Various protection functions
  • USB connector with ESD shell

Applications

  • Smart solar environment monitor system
  • Solar powered robot
  • Small solar street lamp
  • Solar power bank

Specification

  • Solar power management IC: CN3065
  • Solar input voltage (SOLAR IN): 4.5V~6V
  • Battery input (BAT IN): 3.7V single cell Li-polymer/Li-ion battery
  • Charge current(USB/SOLAR IN): 900mA Max trickle charging, constant current, constant voltage three phases charging
  • Charging cutoff voltage(USB/SOLAR IN): 4.2V±1%
  • USB IN voltage: 5V
  • Regulated power supply: 5V 1A
  • Regulated power supply efficiency (3.7V battery IN)
  • Regulated Power Supply Efficiency (3.7V BAT IN): 86%@50%Load
  • USB/solar charge efficiency: 73%@3.7V 900mA BAT IN
  • Maximum quiescent current: <1 mA
  • Protection functions
    • BAT IN: Overcharge/reverse connection protection
    • 5V/USB OUT: short circuit/over current/overheat protection
    • SOLAR IN: reverse connection protection
  • Operation temperature: -40°C ~ 85°C
  • Dimension: 33.0mm*63.0mm

Documents

Parts List

  • Solar Power Manager 5V x1
  • 2.54mm Black Jumper x1
  • M3*10mm Nylon Pillar x4
  • M3*5mm Stainless Steel Screw x4
  • 14*14*7mm Black Aluminum Cooling Fin x1
  • 14*14*0.5mm Thermal Conductive Silicone Pad x1

Product Comments

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We deliver Australia-wide with these options (depends on the final destination - you can get a quote on the view cart page):

  • $3+ for Stamped Mail (typically 10+ business days, not tracked, only available on selected small items)
  • $7+ for Standard Post (typically 6+ business days, tracked)
  • $11+ for Express Post (typically 2+ business days, tracked)
  • Pickup - Free! Only available to customers who live in the Newcastle region (must order online and only pickup after we email to notify you the order is ready). Orders placed after 2PM may not be ready until the following business day.

Non-metro addresses in WA, NT, SA & TAS can take 2+ days in addition to the above information.

Some batteries (such as LiPo) can't be shipped by Air. During checkout, Express Post and International Methods will not be an option if you have that type of battery in your shopping cart.

International Orders - the following rates are for New Zealand and will vary for other countries:

  • $12+ for Pack and Track (3+ days, tracked)
  • $16+ for Express International (2-5 days, tracked)

If you order lots of gear, the postage amount will increase based on the weight of your order.

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Unit 18, 132 Garden Grove Parade
Adamstown
NSW, 2289
Australia

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