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Somfy Creates Solar-Powered WireFree Motorized Shades
Somfy Systems' WireFree Solar Pack stores the sun’s power to prolong battery life on WireFree motorized window coverings.
Somfy Systems is bringing new light to motorized window treatments.
Somfy has introduced its WireFree Solar Pack ($220) that uses renewable solar energy to prolong battery life for all WireFree motorized window coverings.
Compatible with all WireFree motors, each WireFree Solar Pack kit includes a photovoltaic panel (PV), ‘Y’ harness connector and Ni-MH rechargeable battery and battery tube.
Photovoltaics produce solar energy by converting solar radiation (sunlight) into direct electricity. The WireFree Solar Pack’s PV panel is mounted on the inside of the window opening and converts the sun’s light into electrical energy.
The harnessed electrical energy is stored within a special rechargeable (Ni-MH) battery that powers any Somfy WireFree motorized window covering.
The energy-saving technology provides clients with a convenient and cost-effective way to control motorized window coverings. The solar panel technology is ideal for hard-to-reach battery tubes, such as second-story windows where battery replacement can be challenging.
Somfy has introduced its WireFree Solar Pack ($220) that uses renewable solar energy to prolong battery life for all WireFree motorized window coverings.
Compatible with all WireFree motors, each WireFree Solar Pack kit includes a photovoltaic panel (PV), ‘Y’ harness connector and Ni-MH rechargeable battery and battery tube.
Photovoltaics produce solar energy by converting solar radiation (sunlight) into direct electricity. The WireFree Solar Pack’s PV panel is mounted on the inside of the window opening and converts the sun’s light into electrical energy.
The harnessed electrical energy is stored within a special rechargeable (Ni-MH) battery that powers any Somfy WireFree motorized window covering.
The energy-saving technology provides clients with a convenient and cost-effective way to control motorized window coverings. The solar panel technology is ideal for hard-to-reach battery tubes, such as second-story windows where battery replacement can be challenging.
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Steven Castle is a writer, editor, and humorist who recently completed Filthy Rich Things, a savage satire on our thirst for success and wealth. He is Electronic House's senior editor and co-founder of GreenTech Advocates.
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