{"product_id":"crc-watts-up-5l-bottle-specialist-solar-panel-cleaning-solution","title":"CRC Watts Up - 5L Bottle (Specialist Solar Panel Cleaning Solution)","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"product-description\" class=\"std product-description mt-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCRC WattsUp Solar Panel Cleaner - 5 Litre Bottle (5L)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote:  Please see our other listing if you want to buy the smaller 1L bottle instead.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCRC WattsUp Solar Panel Cleaner effectively removes contaminants from solar panels. maximising power generation. It is formulated to remove pollen, pollution, bird droppings, dust, dirt, salt spray and more, leaving a spot free finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCRC WattsUp Solar Panel Cleaner is non-corrosive and contains no solvents, making it safe for the user and the environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eApplications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCRC WattsUp Solar Panel Cleaner is non-corrosive and contains no solvents which is an excellent choice for effectively cleaning solar panels in commercial, industrial, and solar farm settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor optimal results, follow the usage instructions.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspect entire system prior to cleaning to check for loose or broken wires and panels. Always clean panels early in the morning or at night when panels are cool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 1:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRecommended dilution rate is 1 part CRC WattsUp Solar Panel Cleaner with 30 parts waters (1:30). For heavily soiled areas use a higher concentration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 2:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRinse panels with CRC WattsUp Solar Panel Cleaner, removing loose debris. Only wet number of panels that can be brushed and rinsed before solution dries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 3:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWash panels with non-abrasive cleaning equipment, i.e., sponge, lint free cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 4:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRepeat steps 1 and 2 as needed for heavy contamination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 5:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRinse panels with CRC WattsUp Solar Panel Cleaner or with water and let it dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePanels can be dried with a microfiber cloth for glass if desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRestores solar cells efficiency to maximize solar panel output\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEffectively removes bird droppings, dust, dirt, salt spray, and more\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnti-static properties keep panels clean for longer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEasy to use - once diluted, it can be sprayed through a commercial spray applicator followed by rinsing with water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNon-corrosive and contains no solvent safe for aluminum frames\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConcentrate Formula 1 part CRC WattsUp Cleaner with 30 parts water (1:30)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1L Bottle Cleaning Coverage: Makes up to 31L Cleans up to 125 panels (1580x700 or 1640x996mm size wise) or equal to around 206sqm.  If cleaning 1765x1150mm wize panels (eg 400-455w size) it would clean approximately 100 panels.  If cleaning 1768x11\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5L Bottle Cleaning Coverage: Makes up to 155L Cleans up to 625 panels (1580x700 or 1640x996mm size wise) or equal to around 1030sqm.  If cleaning 1765x1150mm wize panels (eg 400-455w size) it would clean approximately 500 panels.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eResult may vary depending on conditions, levels of contamination and dilution rates.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAdvisory on the images used for this listing: The images used in this product listing are based on information provided to us by our suppliers and may represent a product range, or be for illustration purposes only, and may not be an exact representation of the product, and therefore should be used as a general guide only.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTechnical Data Sheet Available on Link \u003ca title=\"CRC Watts Up Technical Data Sheet\" href=\"https:\/\/www.crc.co.nz\/media\/tds\/crc_nz\/tds-1754785.pdf\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca title=\"CRC Watts Up Technical Data Sheet\" href=\"https:\/\/www.crc.co.nz\/media\/crc\/file.png\"\u003e:\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"CRC Watts Up Technical Data Sheet\" href=\"https:\/\/www.crc.co.nz\/media\/tds\/crc_nz\/tds-1754785.pdf\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.crc.co.nz\/media\/crc\/file.png\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSafety Data Sheet Available on Link \u003ca title=\"CRC Watts Up Safety Data Sheet (SDS)\" href=\"https:\/\/images.salsify.com\/image\/upload\/s--r5TaHggC--\/ctnwvudzbnq8ck5li9b6.pdf\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHow does it work to save me time and money:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eSome people who are not familiar with the product may say it is just \"lightly soapy water\" are actually missing the point of what it \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"90\"\u003edoesn't\u003c\/i\u003e have in it, rather than what it does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eWhen you look at the formulation for \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"37\"\u003eCRC WattsUp\u003c\/b\u003e, it is a highly concentrated, water-miscible liquid (designed to be diluted heavily at 1:30). If you just look at the raw chemistry, it essentially behaves like a specialized, neutral-pH surfactant blend. So in a very reductive sense, yes—it acts like a mild soap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eThe real value of the formula isn't that it's a \"heavy-duty blaster,\" but rather how it balances chemistry to protect the solar array while ensuring a completely spot-free finish:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e1. The Anti-Static Chemical Boundary Layer\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThis is the main property that separates it from standard dish soap or window cleaner. The surfactant blend leaves behind an invisible, ultra-thin \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"147\"\u003eanti-static film\u003c\/b\u003e on the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003eStandard soaps leave a sticky microscopic residue that acts like a magnet for airborne dust, pollen, and salt spray, making the panels dirty \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"141\"\u003efaster\u003c\/i\u003e after you clean them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003eThe anti-static properties in WattsUp actively repel dry dust, meaning rainwater can more easily sheet off and naturally clean the panels moving forward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e2. Zero Solvents, Acids, or Caustics\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eSolar panels are a delicate mix of materials. You have tempered glass coatings, anodized aluminum frames, and silicone edge sealants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003eIf you use a standard heavy-duty degreaser or industrial soap, you risk etching the anti-reflective glass coating, clouding the panel, or degrading the silicone seals (which leads to moisture ingress and cell failure).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003eWattsUp is completely solvent-free and non-corrosive, specifically tailored not to compromise aluminum frames or modern glass coatings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e3. Chelating Agents for a Spot-Free Finish\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eIf you clean solar panels with standard tap water and dish soap, the mineral content in the water (calcium and magnesium) binds to the soap and leaves behind white water spots (limescale). These spots create micro-shadows over the photovoltaic cells, reducing your string efficiency. WattsUp contains water-conditioning agents designed to break down those minerals so it dries perfectly clear, even if you are rinsing with hard tap water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eIs it worth the money compared to dish soap?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eIf you are just cleaning a couple of domestic panels on a hobby shed, a bucket of warm water and a drop of basic dish soap will get the physical dirt off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eHowever, if you are maintaining a proper array, the CRC concentrate pays for itself because a single 5L container dilutes down to \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"130\"\u003e155 litres of cleaner (31 litres for the 1L version)\u003c\/b\u003e. Because it prevents rapid dust re-accumulation and cuts through tough, baked-on contaminants like bird droppings and industrial fallout without scratching or clouding the specialized glass coatings. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a much safer bet for maintaining optimal photovoltaic efficiency and actually means you waste less time, money and effort having to get someone to physically go out and clean the panels as often seeing they now stay cleaner for longer after using this product.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor the ultimate longer lasting clean panel solution then pair using the WattsUp product with our solar panel water drainage clips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitek Solar NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47006841995420,"sku":"CRC-WattsUP-5L","price":135.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0537\/4609\/files\/CRC_WattsUP_Hitek2.jpg?v=1780463500","url":"https:\/\/www.hiteksolar.co.nz\/products\/crc-watts-up-5l-bottle-specialist-solar-panel-cleaning-solution","provider":"Hitek Solar NZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}