Guide to Matching Your Valen Solar Panels and Pole Mount Brackets

When building an off-grid or remote solar system, choosing the right solar panel mounting bracket is just as important as selecting the right solar panel. Valen’s pole-mount solar panel brackets are engineered for durability, flexibility, and easy installation — making them ideal for applications such as water pumps, communications sites, monitoring equipment, and standalone solar […]
How to Design a Complete Solar System for a Caravan/RV

How to Design a Complete Solar System for a Caravan/RV – Getting out and exploring the great outdoors is a much-loved occupation for most Australians. But you can’t go far in your caravan or RV without needing your power system functioning. So in this blog, the Valen team cover the various aspects you will need […]
How to ensure peace of mind your solar site is running efficiently

In this blog, we touch on a significant game-changer in knowing how your solar site is running through monitorable solar controllers.
Remote Solar Monitoring Made Easy with the Victron Cerbo GX

Remote monitoring is no longer optional for solar installations. It’s a must-have feature for system performance, maintenance efficiency and maximising return on investment. At Valen Power, we help clients take control of their energy systems with smart remote solutions like the Victron Cerbo GX. Why Remote Monitoring Matters Relying on manual site visits to check […]
How to determine wind regions for Solar Installations

Understanding wind regions for solar installations is essential for ensuring system safety and compliance with Australian Standards. The wind region classification directly impacts the design and mounting of solar systems, especially in high-wind or cyclonic zones. What Are Wind Regions in Australia? The Australian Standard AS/NZS 1170.2 defines four wind regions across the country. These […]
MODX Energy Storage Solution: The Smarter Way to Power DC Systems

Designing and installing a reliable energy storage system often comes with challenges. From ensuring component compatibility to meeting industry standards and managing site installation time, every detail matters. That is why the Valen MODX Energy Storage Solution is changing how businesses approach off grid power systems across Australia. What is the Valen MODX Energy Storage […]
A Guide to Solar Powered Battery Charging

A Guide to Solar Powered Battery Charging. When you’re installing a deep cycle VRLA battery system, you need to ensure you’re using the optimal charging method for the size and type of batteries being used. If the batteries are unable to be fully and correctly charged, the system cannot operate at its peak performance. In […]
What’s the difference between Grid Connect, Hybrid and Stand-Alone solar systems?

What’s the difference between Grid Connect, Hybrid and Stand-Alone solar systems? In this blog, the experts at Valen take a brief look at the 3 Solar System types, explain the differences between them, and where each system is most effectively used. Solar photovoltaic (PV) systems are used all over the world to supply power to […]
The next big thing in testing your solar-powered road sign batteries
The next big thing in testing your solar-powered road sign batteries. Solar-powered road signs, such as Portable Traffic Lights, Radar Signs and VMS Trailers, can be very harsh on batteries. Heavy discharges and solar drought, which is when around a week of bad weather or overcast conditions results in no solar charge. Both of these […]
VRLA vs Lithium Batteries in Solar Powered Irrigation Pedestals

In this blog post, the experts at Valen take a look at the advantages of using Lithium batteries in comparison to VRLA (Valve Regulated Lead Acid) batteries in solar-powered irrigation pedestals. As most solar-powered pedestals for flume gates and pen stocks in the irrigation industry are used in remote applications, there are a number of […]
Which Battery is best for my Solar-Powered Road Sign?

Which battery is best for my solar-powered road sign? VMS signs, radar signs, arrow boards and portable traffic lights all rely on some form of battery system, whether the battery used is an AGM, Gel or Lithium battery. Often these battery systems are charged by solar panels, and in some cases, the charging only happens […]
Why cyclic batteries are essential for solar powered road signs

Why cyclic batteries are essential for solar-powered road signs. In this blog post, the experts at Valen explain the importance of using cyclic batteries in solar-powered road signs as well as the advantages of certain battery types. Deciding on the right type of industrial battery to use in a solar-powered road sign, such as a […]