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I have a small marine solar panel on my boat It came with the boat. I want to make sure it is working before I connect it. With a volt meter It is only reading .2 volts dc. I would think it should be 2-5 volts?
It has to be facing the sun for full power U check at the battery and it should increase as the sun hits directly on it. U can't check it at the panel after the diode.
What is the difference b/w them which one is better .
In the practical sense, the differences are trivial. I'd buy on price per watt, unless space is at a premium (it isn't for most installations).
That one costs money but looks like it might work. I don't really have the money for it but if it works then it would probably be worth it. Do homemade solar panels really work or is it just a gimmick? I'm really interested to see if anyone has actually tried this and to see what they say about it.Thanks
Solar photovoltaic cells oxidize, commercial panels are hermetically sealed but DIY panels degrade rapidly with time. Sizing the broken solar cells by individual measurements are labor intensive and the additional soldering makes them unreliable. Also, their irregular shapes result in less of the panel's surface area being covered with cells. They do work but not well and they deteriorate quickly.
Yes, solar panels do require maintenance. Regular cleaning to remove dirt, dust, and debris is necessary to ensure optimal efficiency. Additionally, periodic inspections and maintenance checks are recommended to identify and address any potential issues such as loose connections, wiring problems, or shading that may affect performance. However, compared to other forms of energy generation, solar panels require relatively low maintenance efforts.
I have a playstation PSP charger that is 5v 2A, so it takes 0 watts.I have several small solar panels that put out watt a piece and are 4 volts, 250mAhow can I get my 0 watts to be 5v 2A instead of 4v 250mA? the voltages have to match up right?also, what's a 3-T regulator that controls voltage?
3-T is just one type of many devices designed to control voltage so you get the amount you desire with as little static as possible. Without you having an degree in engineering, I can't explain it to you any better. You will also need to produce true sine wave energy or you will burn out your PSP with the correct volts and amps. You need one to produce only 5 volts 2amps. Anything different will burn out yur PSP. Your problem is simple math. Watts = volts multiplied by amps. Amps = Watts divided by volts. So if your solar panels can produce /4 amp ( 250 mA) each, then you connect one to the other in a series until you get enough connected to make 2A. ( 8 panels { /4mA x 8 = 2A}) You now have a panel with 32Volts, 2Amps, 64 Watts. This is where the T-3 regulator comes in. If you buy one for 5 volts, it will allow only 5 volts 2 amps, to go to your PSP.
The average size of a residential solar panel system varies depending on factors such as energy needs, available roof space, and budget. However, a typical residential solar panel system in the United States is around 5 to 6 kilowatts (kW), which usually consists of around 15 to 20 solar panels.
Pros and Cons if I get solar panels?
If solar panels were cost effective we would all be buying them and you would see them on the roof of every home. They are not. It is cheaper to buy electricity from the electric utility company.
I want to buy a solar panel kit to run my central AC unit. it is a 3 ton unit. Can I do this? The electric rates in the Chicago area are skyrocketing and I can't keep paying 350 dollar electric bills during the spring and summer months
It sounds like saving money is your chief goal. If your house is not already super-insulated, that should be the first target. Super-insulation, radiant barriers, double-pane windows, white roof, weatherstripping, attic fan. Number two would be conservation. Can you turn the A/C up to 80? I visited a place in Wyoming when it was 0 outside, and 80 felt very pleasant. Third, efficiency. Have you considered a ground-sourced heat pump? Deep down below your house the water table may be colder than 40 degrees F, and can provide good cooling. After all that, you can look into solar electric, which may or may not be a good deal in your area. The type of solar electric that is most cost efficient is the kind that connects right to the house wiring and works alongside the normal electric company. You can talk with a local installer and get a free financial analysis. Then you can look at it and see if the installer is on the level, or trying to play accounting tricks with unreasonable assumptions. Solar makes sense in most parts of California, but Illinois is not known as a big solar area. The kits you have have seen were probably for standalone solar, generally an expensive proposition for the amount of power you get. Put another way, either it will be low power, or it will be very expensive.