Living by the sea on Bonny Island, Brass, Okrika or in other riverine towns means salt in the air. Salt is hard on metal and electronics.
What salt does
| Part | Risk | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| Rails and bolts | Rust | Aluminium rails, stainless steel bolts |
| Cable connectors | Corrosion | Quality sealed connectors, checked yearly |
| Junction boxes | Water and salt inside | Sealed, rated boxes |
| Panels | Salt film | Fresh-water rinse |
| Inverter | Corroded boards | Install indoors |
Build it right
- Aluminium rails, stainless fasteners.
- Sealed DC isolators and junction boxes.
- Inverter and batteries indoors, away from spray.
- Cable entries sealed.
Look after it
- Rinse panels with fresh water every few weeks.
- Check connectors and bolts once a year.
- Look for white crust or rust and act early.
Logistics
Island sites need boat transport. We plan the full equipment list before travel and show the logistics cost on your quote. See solar for riverine communities.
Local pages: Bonny Island, Brass, Okrika.
