Solar equipment question

[Wolfraider]

We are looking at a new tower location that does not have AC power available. We are unsure of what equipment or sizing we need. Does anyone have any suggestions?

Option 1:
3 - Rocket 2.4 sectors
4 - Rocket 5 sectors
1 - Powerbeam 400 ISO
1 - WS-8-150-DC

Option 2:
1 - Rocket 2.4 Omni
1 - Rocket 5 Omni
1 - Powerbeam 400 ISO
1 - WS-8-150-DC

We prefer Option 1 but we may due option 2 because of cost of solar equipment. We are located in southwest Missouri with approximately 4.5hrs average daylight.

[sirhc]

I would rather see option 1 as well (being a WISP) but I do not have any solar setups so I will allow more experienced people to comment but there are some posts on here with suggested solar setups if you search for them

[wayneorack]

We would all rather have Option 2, but the batteries are going to cost you more than the devices. If I were setting this up in sunny Texas, I would want about 100 Ah per device. You will also need to increase you panel capacity. You might want to compromise and do something like 4 5Ghz sectors and one 2.4 Ghz omni.

Good Luck!

[Dawizman]

I must ask, what sort of budget are you looking at. I designed a site last year to support 6 AP'S (5AC & M900) as well as three AF5X backhauls. Thus far, it has run through the dead of winter in Northern Alberta with minimal issues (none related to a lack of power anyways). I'd be happy to share my recommendations based on your ballpark budget.