NOR is a floating solar panel that recharges ANIK subsea battery packs in the field, so instruments can stay deployed far longer between visits. Working with ANIK’s integrated MPPT and onboard charger, it replenishes energy on site — letting you run longer missions on a smaller battery, depending on sunlight and load. The panel is encapsulated in clear epoxy for saltwater durability, and onboard electronics boost and regulate the output voltage to cut cable losses over long runs between the float and the battery. Available in 100 W and 200 W versions, with optional flashing marker beacons for visibility and optional LacusOrb integration that pushes battery status to RemoteCon’s cloud dashboard — so you can see your deployed power system without recovering it.
- In-field battery chargingRecharges ANIK packs while equipment stays deployed, cutting recovery trips just to swap or charge batteries.
- Longer deployments, smaller batteriesSolar replenishment extends operating time and can reduce the battery capacity you need, depending on sunlight and load.
- ANIK MPPT integrationWorks with ANIK’s integrated maximum power point tracking and onboard charger to harvest and store solar energy efficiently.
- 100 W or 200 WTwo power configurations (105 W and 210 W output) to match deployment energy needs.
- Marine-encapsulatedPanel sealed in clear epoxy to withstand water and long-term saltwater exposure, with a wide -45 to 80 °C operating range.
- Long-distance power deliveryOptional onboard electronics boost the transmission voltage to reduce current and cable losses over long runs to the battery.
- Flashing marker beaconsOptional four corner-mounted amber beacons improve visibility and warn nearby vessels.
- Remote battery monitoringOptional LacusOrb buoy integration pushes ANIK battery-status updates to RemoteCon’s cloud dashboard for visibility without recovery.
- Configurable outputAvailable with no regulator, or regulated 24 / 48 / 400 VDC (isolated) output to suit the receiving equipment.
Model range
| NOR100 | NOR200 | |
|---|---|---|
| Output power | 105 W | 210 W |
| Operating voltage | 18 V | 18 V |
| Operating current | 5.8 A | 11.6 A |
| Open-circuit voltage | 21 V | 21 V |
| Short-circuit current | 6.1 A | 12.2 A |
| Dimensions | 1140 × 460 mm | 1140 × 920 mm |
| Operating temp. | -45 to 80 °C | -45 to 80 °C |
- Type
- Floating marine solar panel
- Output power
- 105 W (NOR100) / 210 W (NOR200)
- Operating voltage
- 18 V
- Operating current
- 5.8 A / 11.6 A
- Open-circuit voltage
- 21 V
- Short-circuit current
- 6.1 A / 12.2 A
- Output options
- None / 24 / 48 / 400 VDC (isolated)
- Dimensions
- 1140 × 460 mm / 1140 × 920 mm
- Operating temp.
- -45 to 80 °C
- Charging
- ANIK MPPT + onboard charger
- Options
- Flashing marker beacons; LacusOrb remote monitoring
Specifications subject to change without notice.
FAQ
Floating solar panel FAQs
What does the NOR floating solar panel do?
NOR floats on the surface and recharges ANIK subsea battery packs in place during a deployment, so you can run longer missions and make fewer trips to swap or charge batteries.
How much power does it produce?
NOR100 delivers about 105 W and NOR200 about 210 W at 18 V, depending on sunlight. Actual harvest depends on location, season, and sea state.
Can it extend a deployment or reduce battery size?
Yes. By replenishing energy in the field, NOR can extend operating time or let you use a smaller ANIK pack for the same mission, depending on your average load and available sunlight.
Is it built for saltwater?
Yes. The panel is encapsulated in clear epoxy for water and long-term saltwater exposure, with a -45 to 80 °C operating range, and optional amber marker beacons for visibility.
Can I monitor the battery remotely?
With the optional LacusOrb buoy integration, ANIK battery-status updates are pushed to RemoteCon’s cloud dashboard, giving you visibility into the deployed power system without recovering it.
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