thank you all for your insight and help, to clarify where i am going with this i thought i would show you some of the components i have bought so far:

i got 2 of these:

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specs:

High efficiency module---17.25% Mono-crystalline Silicon
Low iron tempered glass
Suitable for prolonged outdoor use, water proof
EVA laminate and TPT backsheet
Anodize aluminum frame
Bypass diode minimizes power drop by shade
10 years limited warranty of 90% power output and 25 year limited warranty of 80% power output.
Maximum Power: 10.3W watt
Maximum-power Voltage: 17.8 volt
Maximum-power current: 0.58 Ampere
Open-circuit voltage: 22.1 volt
Short-circuit current: 0.69 Ampere
Size: 350 x 285 x 18 mm ( 13.8" x 11.2" x 0.7" )
Weight: 1.25 KG (2.8 pounds )
Surface of the cell: 125 x 125 mm
Temperature: -40 ° C / +80 ° C
Temperature coefficient of Pm (%): -0.47 / ° C
Temperature coefficient of Im (%): +0.1 / ° C
Temperature coefficient of Vm (%): -0.38 / ° C
Tolerance: + / -5%



one of these but will upgrade to mppt version soon:

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specs:

12V, 5A Solar Charge Controller/Regulater
Handles up to 5 amps of array (solar panel) current
Three LED indicator: Over Discharge, Over Charge, Charging.
Cut-in Voltage: 11V. Cut-out Voltage: 14.2V
Prevents over-charging the 12 volt storage battery being charged by your solar panel. It also prevents the discharging of your battery during hours of darkness.
Provides three sets of connection: Input, battery, output
Max input power: 60W
Dimension: 3'' X 3'' X 2''
Condition: Brand New. Bulk package


and this lot of four 12ah agm batteries:

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specs:

FOUR (4) 12V 12Ah SLA Sealed Lead Acid Battery

ZEUS PC12-12F2 *No wires or cables are included*



PC12-12F2 Battery Specifications

Weight (lbs) 9.69

Volts 12

Ah 12

Length (in.) 5.94

Width (in.) 3.86

Height (in.) 3.74

Terminal F2 (1/4”)

SLA batteries may be used in a wide range of applications, such as UPS Systems, Emergency Lighting, Underwater Fish Finders/Cameras, Fire & Security Alarm, Game Feeder’s, Game Decoy’s, Radio Control, Robotic, Invisible Pet Fences, Communications, Telemeters, Camera’s & Photographic Equipment, Hobby Equipment, Small Toys, Street Lighting, Pumps, Solar Power
Not sure if our batteries will work in your application? Feel free to contact us for varification.
Power-Cell Battery is a leader in competitively priced sealed lead acid batteries. Our ZEUS line is comparable to many well known manufacturers, including Universal, Power-Sonic and Yuasa batteries. While are batteries ship out with 80-90% charge in them, it is strongly recommended to top charge prior to first use to prolong the life of your battery.
REASONS TO CHOOSE ZEUS:



· Maintenance Free

o Valve regulated

o Safe to discharge in any position

o Electrolyte is absorbed into the positive and negative plates and separator

o No need to add electrolyte



· Ease of Shipping

o Requires no special handling

o Completely sealed construction



· Life Expecancy

o Will last up to 5 years in stand-by applications

o 200 – 1000 cycles in cyclic applications depending on depth of discharge



· Ease of Design

o Wide variety of sizes and amp ratings

o Maximum flexibility in the design

o Pack assembly, stand alone, standy-by and cyclic applications



· Shelf Life & Storage

o Stored in fully charged conditions

o Top charge every six (6) months in ambient temperatures to prevent permanent loss of capacity

o Store at temeratures less than 50 degrees F & 10 degrees C or lower to extend shelf life





hows it sound?