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Libra Energy UK Ltd

Unit 8A, Coulman Road Industrial Estate
Thorne
Doncaster
South Yorkshire
DN8 5JU
United Kingdom

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Personnel
  • Mr Matthew McIntyre - Operations Manager
  • Mr Suki Matharu - Sales Manager
  • Mr Paul Bradbury - UK General Manager
  • THEMBA BIJL, Erik - Director

Products

Ever since Libra Energy were founded in Holland in 2007, we’ve supplied the finest solar energy equipment directly to businesses. We currently have outlets within the United Kingdom, Ireland, Holland, Belgium, Luxembourg and the United States, and offer an extensive range of products to customers throughout Europe.

Libra Energy don’t offer delivery to end-users, but are dedicated to the provision of inverters, solar panels, cables, mounting hardware and a wide selection of accessories to wholesalers, energy suppliers, installers, plumbers, roofers and other customer-facing organisations and professionals. Our systems are compatible with grid-connected applications, hybrid power generation, autonomous installations and micro-grid systems.

The brands we retail, such as Hyundai, Chint, Esdec, Amphenol and WhisperPower, are among the most prominent and well regarded in their sector. Through our wealth of experience and detailed knowledge of our industry, Libra Energy are able to give the best product and technical advice combined with the highest-quality customer service.

We are passionately committed to the concept of solar energy, both as an excellent product and as a long-term inexhaustible power source. For this reason, we’re determined to deliver it in the most cost-effective and user-friendly manner possible. Just have a look at our website to see what we can do for you!

Wind Energy

Wind energy describes the process of utilising wind turbines to generate clean, environmentally friendly electricity. We can provide specialist wind turbines which can be installed onto residential rooftops for wind energy generation at home. As well as reducing your carbon footprint, our residential wind turbines can also help you to save money on your energy bills. If you have any further questions on any of our products feel free to visit the website or you can contact us directly. 

Service & Support

Customer satisfaction is incredibly important to us and it is for this reason that we offer a comprehensive range of support services. Customers can contact us for technical information on any of our products or with any specific questions in mind. Also, in the event of a fault we have a system in place which includes telephone support, repairs, and replacement parts and if all else fails product replacement.  

Solar Modules - Benq

A division of AU Optronics, Benq can provide specialist solar products and services. One such product is the SunForte which is a mono-crystalline solar module. The module features many unique and innovative qualities which allow it operate in a wide range of environments. These include a high energy yield, resistance to salt corrosion and a durable design. It is also worth noting that the SunForte benefits from 10 years product warranty and 25 years performance warranty. If you have any further questions about any of the products we have to offer please visit the website. 

Solar Modules - ET Solar

The highly efficient polycrystalline module from ET solar benefits from an exceptional power output. Furthermore, the module features low irradiation, excellent load capabilities and even self-cleaning glass. The full technical details can be found within the products data sheet which can be downloaded from our website. If you have any specific questions please feel free to contact us by phone or email. 

Solar Modules - Inventec Energy

The SPV range of solar modules from Inventec offer excellent performance and reliability. One such product within this range is the 250p which is a high efficiency polycrystalline solar module. The unit benefits from an innovative design and features 60 cells and a high wind and snow load. If you have any further questions feel free to visit the website or alternatively, you can contact our customer service team directly. 

Solar Modules - JA Solar

We can supply a wide range of solar modules from JA Solar. Just some of the JA products we have to offer include the Solar all black module with integrated power optimizer, the solar all black mono, the solar mono-crystalline percium and the solar poly-crystalline. For further information on any of these units, including technical details you can visit the website and download data sheets on all of our products. 

Solar Modules – Amerisolar

Amerisolar’s AS-6P30 type of solar modules are perfect for solar systems operating on high-level power requirements. They’re guaranteed for 30 years and will give reliable output in off-grid and on-grid contexts. Their conversion efficiency is as high as 15.7%, with performance being outstanding even under excessive heat and poor visibility. Each module is built around a sturdy aluminium frame, which enables resistance to windloads reaching 2,400Pa and snowloads of 5,400Pa. Power tolerance is in the range 0 ~ + 3% and modules are highly resistant to salt mist and ammonia. They’re TüV-certified and MCS-approved, and are outstanding examples of first-class manufacturing technology.

Solar Modules – Canadian Solar

Canadian Solar are among the world’s biggest producers of solar modules. Their CS5C solar panel is composed of 36 cells and is particularly recommended for off-grid applications. Its monocrystalline structure means it’s often used for more restricted areas such as small roofs, cabins and caravans. The stylish all-black CS6P solar module has 60 solar cells and is for on-grid solar applications. The highly efficient silicon cells have black back-sheets and black anodised aluminium frames. With a peak power of 250W, the CS6P-250P solar panel works with autonomous and grid-connected systems. It’s frequently employed on residential, commercial and industrial roofs, solar parks and ships.

Solar Modules - Hyundai Solar

Libra Energy sell Hyundai’s HIS 250MG solar panel, which is brilliant in grid-connected PV situations. It’s been rigorously tested for durability against corrosion by ammonia and salt spray, so do consider it for any customers who live on farms or by the coast. The panel has 60 cells, integrated bypass diodes and is supplied ready to connect. It meets the requirements of the Advanced Mechanical Test and its connectors are weatherproof and IEC-certified. The output tolerance is +3 / -0%, while the panel’s product warranty is valid for ten years. Panel dimensions are 1645mm by 983mm by 35mm, and the weight of the product is 19kg.

Solar Modules - Solsonica

The reliable and high-yield Solsonica Silver Plus polycrystalline solar module is made in Italy and complies with the most stringent European standards of design. Customers are assured of 25 years of solar energy under the linear power output warranty, and the Silver Plus has a positive tolerance of around 4.0WP. As an illustration, a 250WP panel would yield 254WP. The protective anti-reflective coating glass is 4mm thick and the panel’s cells are encapsulated in top-quality EVA. Impermeable backsheets enhance panel performance, the junction box is of Protection Class IP65 and there are three bypass diodes. The maximum system voltage is 1,000V.

Inverters – Chint Power

Chint Power have recently introduced a new selection of three-phase 8 to 12 kW inverters which are available in standard and high-efficiency variants (the latter with an efficiency rate of 98.2%). Internal DC switches enhance the performance of these products, whether they’re situated on the roofs of business premises or in domestic installations. They have two MPP trackers, and their fanless design means diminished noise levels.  Chint’s SCE series of PV inverters are designed for commercial and residential systems. They feature RS485 communication and integrated DC switches, while internal ground fault circuit interrupters add to their functionality.

Inverters – Earthwise Products

The easy-to-use SOLiC 200 inverter transforms energy produced by solar panels into hot water through the diversion of unused power to a domestic immersion heater before transfer to the national grid. It’ll save hundreds of pounds per year, and any qualified electrician can install it within an hour. The SOLiC 200’s load sensor can be mounted to measure the quantity of energy generated, or alternatively electricity can be fed back into the grid. Although the SOLiC 200 operates independently, its override function permits the immersion heater to be manually switched on, while the pause function allows it to be turned off whatever the level of solar energy.

Inverters – Goodwe

GoodWe have an extensive range of inverters for every environment. The DT series 3 phase inverters work with small- and medium-scale systems and also on the roofs of industrial and commercial premises. The inverters in this series come in 10, 12, 15 and 17 kW models, and have five-inch LCDs. The GW1500-SS PV inverter is designed for home PV systems operating at a maximum output of 1800W. It’s available in a choice of three colours and has a peak efficiency of 97%. With their dual MPP trackers and advanced reactive compensation technology, the DS series are versatile options for domestic settings. They’re compatible with the majority of solar panels and are simple to install and operate.

Inverters – Mastervolt

Mastervolt’s Soladin 600 inverter is a highly compact product which includes MultiContact connections for the PV array. Its LED indicator displays data on energy produced and system status. The dynamic MPP tracker enables the achievement of 99% MPP output. Inverters in the SunMaster IS range are modular in construction, with their integrated HF transformers giving galvanic isolation. They have replaceable air filters and adaptable cooling. CS solar inverters are three-phrase central string types which give conversion efficiencies as great as 98%. They are supplied with mounting brackets and waterproof AC plugs, and integrated handles facilitate movement.

Inverters – Omnik

All Omink inverters are prefitted with Wi-Fi which means the customer can connect with the router from mobile devices to monitor their yield. The transformless and easy-to-wire Omnik 2.0 has an efficiency level of up to 97,5% and can be used with multiple-module technologies. The Omnik 3.0’s pair of MPPT inputs make it perfect for different sort of roof surfaces. It has IP65 protection and works in both exterior and interior settings. The highly durable Omniksol-M248 micro-inverter is based on high-frequency AC/DC isolation technology and can link as many as 15 sets of micro-inverters. Its installation is by a plug-and-play chain method.

Inverters – SolarEdge

SolarEdge inverters expertly blend top-of-the-range digital control and the most effective power conversion design to provide the highest possible output. The single-phase inverter is intended to work with power optimisers. It incorporates a proprietary data monitoring receiver to aggregate information received from every PV module. Such data can be accessed from the web through the SolarEdge monitoring portal. SolarEdge three-phase inverters come with 12-year warranties and have an efficiency above 97%. A useful accessory is the SolarEdge power optimiser – this is a DC/DC converter which installers connect to the PV modules or alternatively is used in lieu of a solar junction box.

Off-Grid Systems

WhispePower’s Grid Independer off-grid system is the perfect choice for connecting mains electricity to places where there is no grid connection. It is made up of power generation, power conversion and power storage components. With the Grid Independer with Solar Module variant, the solar array represents the chief power source and a maximum of 40 solar panels of 200Wp can be connected. The battery is charged by means of a specially designed solar voltage regulator. The Grid Independer without Solar input model does not require external DC power sources, as the inbuilt generator and battery-charging device recharge the batteries as needed.

Inverter Monitoring

In response to requests from our installers and end-users, Libra Energy have come up with the Solar Dude and Solar Babe inverter monitors. Both are simple to install, easy to read and work with any model of inverter. The two products use a Radiofrequentie to transfer data about solar yield between measure unit and PV station. The Solar Babe works independently of its inverter and can be used with every single-phase system and all installations. The Solar Dude has a full-colour touch screen, while its transmitter is in the AC line running between distribution box and inverter. Communication of up to 50 metres is possible due to the wireless communication linking display and transmitter.

Mounting Systems

An integral element in any PV system, the mounting system will keep solar panels attached to the roof in even the most adverse weather. Ease and safety of installation are crucial factors when putting a mounting system together. The mounting systems in our catalogue include those for flat, pitched and smaller roofs as well as those with clamps or insert profiles. Libra Energy act as certified retailers for the mounting systems of Van der Valk Solar, Clenergy, ClickFit and FlatFix(Esdec). We’ve also recently started offering Schletter’s PrivatePark@Sol, which is a solar mounting system that’s fully integrated with a carport.

Cables and Connectors

Cables and connectors are key components to consider when installing a solar energy system. The HIKRA® Pro solar cable is suitable for indoor and outdoor use, fixed installations and under free movement. It is manufactured from double-insulated fine copper wire and treated with flame retardant. Operational range is from -40°C to +90°C and short-circuit temperature is a maximum of 200°C. Amphenol MC4 PV connectors are compliant with NEC 2008/2011 standards. They have higher ampere and voltage levels and possess better IP ratings than the majority of their competitor products.  Compatible wrenches and crimptools are also available to enable effective manipulation of the connectors.

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Registration Number: 07112058
VAT Number: n/a
Registered at Companies House:23 December, 2009 (14 years and 5 months ago)
No of Employees: 11-20
Annual Turnover: n/a
Parent Company: Libra Energy
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Monday 09:00 AM - 05:30 PM
Tuesday 09:00 AM - 05:30 PM
Wednesday 09:00 AM - 05:30 PM
Thursday 09:00 AM - 05:30 PM
Friday 09:00 AM - 05:30 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

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Brand & Trade Names

  • BenQ
  • Canadian Solar
  • Chint Power
  • Clenergy
  • Emlite
  • Flat Fix Fusion
  • JA Solar
  • Landis & Geyer
  • Omnik
  • Panasonic
  • Salzer
  • Solis
  • Solvis
  • SunSolar
  • Van Der Valk

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