Electronic Basics #29: Solar Panel & Charge Controller

Support me for more videos: https://www.patreon.com/GreatScott Previous video: https://youtu.be/3dQjIeYoIdM DIY Power Logger: https://youtu.be/lrugreN2K4w Facebook: https://www. FACEBOOK /greatscottlab Twitter: twitter: #GreatScottLab In this episode of Electronic Basics I will show you how solar panels are wired up, why bypass and blocking diodes are necessary when working with them and how we can get the most power … Read more

Monocrystalline vs. Polycrystalline Solar Panels – What’s the Difference?

See options of mono and poly solar panels at altE’s website: https://www.altestore.com/store/Solar-Panels/c541/ . We often get asked by customers what’s the difference between monocrystalline and polycrystalline solar panels. Here’s a surprising comparison of the differences (hint: not as significant as you might think).

The best portable Solar Panel in 2017?

Is this 100W portable solar panel from Lensun the biggest ever? I’ve previously shown you small 10W or 20W USB solar panels but this thing takes it to a new level! Panel Only: http://www.lensunsolar.com/lensun-solar-phone-chargers?product_id=248 Panel + Controller: http://www.lensunsolar.com/lensun-solar-phone-chargers?product_id=247 This 12V portable solar panel is ideal for camper vans, RVS, motor homes, caravans, boats and yachts. … Read more

Record-breaking solar panels could slash power costs

Solar panels that use microtracking technology to almost double the yield achieved by current sun-powered technology have been developed by a start-up offshoot of Switzerland’s EPFL. Jim Drury reports. Subscribe: http://smarturl.it/reuterssubscribe More updates and breaking news: http://smarturl.it/BreakingNews Reuters tells the world’s stories like no one else. As the largest international multimedia news provider, Reuters provides … Read more

How much does solar REALLY cost?

From the most basic starter kit to a whole home solution, this video goes over the real world costs in 2016 for solar panel systems. This video only covers off grid systems so if you are considering a grid tied system you will need to consider other costs such as professional installation, grid tie inverter(s), … Read more