Just picked up the new sharp solar panel, getting ready to install it on the house.
Thursday, December 29, 2011
Sunday, December 25, 2011
DIY Small Scale Solar Wind Hybrid System
See more at: produceyourgreenpower.com Solar wind hybrid system used to power shop lights, small power tools, radio and a fan. Using dynohub wind generator
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
Sunforce 52022 5 Watt Solar Trickle Charger - Pack of 2
!±8± Sunforce 52022 5 Watt Solar Trickle Charger - Pack of 2
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The Sunforce 5 Watt Trickle Charger Twin Pack includes 2 units of the 5 Watt solar battery trickle charger. Each unit is the ideal solution for maintaining 12 Volt batteries for your cars, RVs, tractors, ATVs, electric fences, deer feeders, boats, and more. Just plug these devices into your vehicle's 12 Volt lighter socket and position the panels to pick up the most daylight possible. Or, if you prefer, use the included alligator clips to connect them directly to the battery, so you can keep your lighter socket open for cell phone chargers or other accessories. Regardless of how you hook up the battery chargers, you'll never get caught off guard without the juice you need to start your car. Made of durable ABS plastic and amorphous solar cells, these units are completely weatherproof, charge in all daylight conditions and have an integrated blocking diode that protects against battery discharge at night. Each panel includes 4 pre-cut holes for easy installation, as well as battery clamps, a CLA adapter, and 10 feet of wire. With a maximum temperature range of -40 to 176-degrees Fahrenheit, each panel measures 14 x 0.75 x 13 inches (WxHxD) and weighs 4 pounds.
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Friday, December 16, 2011
Sunforce 39326 260 Watt Solar Kit with Sharp Modules
!±8± Sunforce 39326 260 Watt Solar Kit with Sharp Modules
- Includes controller and inverter
- 2 x 130 watt solar panels with sharp module
- Use the power of the sun to create your own energy
- High efficiency polycrystalline solar panels
- Connect multiple panels for more power
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Saturday, December 10, 2011
DIY Solar Energy: Homemade Solar & Wind Power System
www.DIYSolarPowerGuides.com - For those who wish to go green (solar or wind energy for the home) but can't afford the lump sum it typically costs up front; give the do-it-yourself option a try for a small investment of just for instructions & plans. Also check out the true benefits of solar energy and how it's applied, these systems are becoming more common and more affordable throughout the US and the rest of the world.
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Thursday, December 8, 2011
Sunforce 37126 260W Monocrystalline Solar Kit
!±8± Sunforce 37126 260W Monocrystalline Solar Kit
- High efficiency crystalline solar panels
- Ideal for 12 volt battery charging and use in remote location
- Completely weatherproof for adde durability
- Connect multiple kits for more power
- Includes: 2 x 130 watt solar panels, 30 A digital charger contoller, 200 W inverter, wiring, brackets, screws, and a voltage tester
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Sunday, December 4, 2011
Selecting and Installing a Wind Turbine On Your Boat
For some time I have been exploring ways to produce energy without the aid of my trawler's generator. It does not take very long to use 100 hours of genset time, enough for another oil change. First it was a solar panel, and then came an inverter, and now, the latest is a wind turbine.
Wind has been used for producing energy for centuries; first in Persia (present-day Iran) as early as 200 B.C. However, the first known functional windmills were developed by the Dutch in 1300, by means of cloth sails stretched across wooden frames. In some designs these sails could be trimmed to take advantage of unpredictable wind speed conditions. The large windmills of the Dutch design remained in use all across Europe until the introduction of the steam engine in the 1800s.
Wind is in reality a form of solar energy. Winds are caused by the irregular heating of the atmosphere by the sun, the irregularities of the earth's surface, and revolving of the earth. Wind flow patterns are created by the earth's terrain, bodies of water, manmade structures and vegetation. We humans can use this wind flow for many purposes: sailing a boat, flying a kite, flying an airplane and even generating electricity. The term "wind power" describes the method by which the wind is used to produce mechanical power. This mechanical power can then be used for specific mechanical tasks such as grinding grain or pumping water. Or as used on a boat, an alternator in a wind turbine can convert this mechanical power into electrical energy.
So how do they make electricity? Simply stated, a wind generator works the reverse of a fan. As an alternative to using electricity to make wind, like a fan, wind turbines use wind to make electricity. The wind spins the blades, which turn a shaft. The shaft connects to an alternator and produces electricity. In our boat's turbine, the alternator produces 220 volt 3-phase AC current. The controller, converter, then converts the AC power to 12 volt DC power to charge the battery bank.
Wind Availability
When evaluating whether a wind turbine is economically realistic for your boat depends on the quality of your wind resources. Usually, average wind speeds of at least 10 mph are required for a small unit to generate enough electricity to be cost-effective. Being on the Atlantic coast, we have afternoon sea breezes in the summer which routinely produce 10-15 mph winds. If your boat is inland, your winds will likely be different.
The most significant component of evaluating your wind resource is an anemometer. Anemometers are wind measuring devices, typically designed with rotating cups mounted on a vertical shaft. The anemometer will allow you to "read" the wind speeds.
If there is another boat owner with a wind generator system in your area, you may be able to obtain useful information from its owners about the electrical output of the system and wind speed data. Such information could be tremendously valuable as an option to installing an anemometer.
Turbine Mounting
Determining the location to mount your wind turbine takes a bit of planning. It must be high enough to capture the wind, preferably away from arches, sails or masts that will block or alter wind flow. There is also the issue of rotating blades. We want to make sure that they do not strike anything while turning, especially someone's head while moving about the boat.
I chose to use the factory designed pole kit that was built for our turbine. It provides a 3-point connection which also allows us to lay it down for servicing. It is powder coated anodized aluminum, with stainless steel, brackets, designed to withstand the harsh marine environment.
My turbine is actually a hybrid system I designed using both wind power and solar power.
Being Neighborly
Many people feel strongly about the need to preserve the views and peace and quiet of their marinas. Expect some questions from your dockmates. Understand your neighbors' natural fear of the unknown and be prepared to respond to their concerns. Some of the concerns raised about wind turbines are not true. They are not, as many people think, hazardous to birds. A shiny reflective window is more dangerous to birds than a small wind turbine. They also have no potential to interfere with radio and television reception.
Wind Turbine Noise
Your neighbors' concerns involving wind turbine noise are important. Regardless of the size of the unit, the possibility for turbine noise to bother other people always exists. Even if a turbine does not emit enough sound to break any noise regulations, the noise it produces may still be offensive to other people. Older turbines were indeed noisy, but modern day engineering has developed turbine blades that are virtually silent. Our turbine is about 3 feet in diameter and at 4 mph winds; the unit produces a light flutter. At 10 mph the unit produces no sound at all.
Wind Turbine Advantages
-- Wind is free
-- Produces no waste or greenhouse gases
-- Does not usually get in the way of other boating activities
Wind Turbine Disadvantages
-- The wind is not always predictable - some days we have no wind at all
-- Some people feel that wind turbines ruin the lines of a boat; I thought that way too in the beginning but have since changed my opinion
-- Some units can be noisy. The small modern wind generators used on boats hardly produce any sound at all
How Much Power Do They Produce
Turbines can be purchased that produce different power outputs. The turbine that I chose is a Sunforce 450 watt turbine. It has a cut-in speed of 4 mph and has a survival wind speed capacity of 157 mph.
The amps (power) produced is:
-- 6 mph winds - 8.3 amps
-- 10 mp winds - 25 amps
-- 14 mph winds - 58.3 amps
The unit has a built in brake that will engage automatically when the batteries are at full charge, or it can be manually set if so desired.
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Thursday, December 1, 2011
AGM Battery Visual Tour
More Tutorials Online: www.batterystuff.com The Absorbed Glass Matte is a type of Lead Acid Battery. The plates inside the battery cells are covered with active materials, and when a load is applied, the electrolyte in the glass matte allows for easy discharge of electrons. What does this mean? Watch to find out!
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Monday, November 28, 2011
Select the Best Deep Cycle Battery Chargers
The selection for your deep cycle battery charger will all depend upon its design, it is better if you will determine the type of construction of your battery. There are numerous types of these charges in the market today and all of them have their own unique characteristics. You have to know that not all chargers will work for all types, so the selection is very important. There are four common types of deep cycle battery charger like the absorbed glass mat; valve regulated lead-acid type wet cell and gel cell. One of the most common of them all is the wet cell.
This type of battery uses an electrolyte that is why you need distilled water. When it comes to absorbed glass mat, it is a maintenance free battery not like the wet cell battery. Now that you know that there are different types of batteries available in the market. You need to differentiate the type of your battery to be able to find the right charger that will fit your battery.
Aside from the type of battery, it also comes in different sizes, so you need to find the size that will match the size of your battery. If you have multiple batteries that were installed within your power supply, then you might need different chargers as well. The voltage is also an important consideration as to what country you right now. Some people also consider the price in the selection of their chargers. If the price is also an important consideration for you, then it is helpful if you will buy on the web. You will surely find a lot of online shops that can give you a lot of discounts. You may also use online shops as product and price research and go to your local shop to buy it. You will have the details and price estimate this way and you can bargain with the shopkeeper to get a good deal or even better.
As you look for the most affordable charger in the market, you need to keep in mind that the price should not sacrifice the quality of the battery. Most chargers that are sold in very low prices are most of the time low in quality. It will put you at risk and may also damage our battery at the same time. This will not help you during emergency situation in the road.
Saturday, November 26, 2011
Selecting the Cell Phone Car Charger
While universal cell phone car chargers have become a reality, they may not work with old cell phones, so it may become necessary to purchase a dedicated in car charger from your phone's manufacturer if you've broken or misplaced the one that came with your phone. Many people use in car phone chargers during long trips away from home for vacation or business. There is really no need to lose power because of a dead cell phone battery when you can carry an charger in your auto.
There are actually four different types of cell phone car chargers on the market, five, if you count the newly developed universal car chargers that should work with almost any phone. These chargers are basically direct current or DC cords that plug into your auto's cigarette light to recharge the phone as you're driving. Many of today's newer cars no longer have cigarette lighters or ash trays as standard equipment. However, most manufacturers do install cigarette lighter plugs, now called axillary plugs somewhere in the dash and sometimes even in the back seat. Use these to plug in your in car charger.
Decide which type of charger that you want. In other words do you want the eliminator type of DC cord, which allows you to make phone calls without using the battery. However, it will also not charge your phone. A fast charger allows you to charge your phone battery and use it at the same time. These chargers, however, are subject to overheat and burn out the cell, if you leave it plugged in around the clock.
A third variety is called a trickle phone in car charger and it works the same as the fast chargers, except that it won't burn out or overheat your cell phone battery. It will charge while you use your phone and comes with a sensor that stops the device from charging when the battery is full. It also shuts off the DC cord preventing it from harming your cell phone.
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Solar Battery Trickle Charger Review
A solar battery trickle charger will make you sing, "Here comes the Sun!" with even more gusto - Because it will be charging your vehicle's battery.
When you get your solar battery trickle charger you'll want to get the most out of it so set the panel in such a way that it gets the maximum exposure to the sun. Then plug the 5-watt trickle charger into your vehicle's 12-volt lighter socket and your battery will begin charging.
There are also alligator clips included that can be attached directly to the battery for situations where there isn't a lighter socket or you want to keep the socket free for charging a cell phone or other device.
This piece of equipment has numerous applications; all terrain vehicles (ATV), boats, tractors, electric fences, telemetry, recreational vehicles (RV), and more. It will even work on cloudy days. It's great when a clean and silent charging of electric or electronic devices would be beneficial, say outdoors, where you don't want to disturb the natural environment.
The most popular model today is the Sunforce 50022. It is of hardy construction with amorphous solar cells, and made of durable ABS plastic. It weighs in at a mere 4 pounds and measures 14 x 0.75 x 13 inches making it easily portable and simple to set up. With a temperature range of -40 to 176-degrees Fahrenheit it is an all season, all climate solution to your battery charging needs. With up to 5-Watts or 350mA of power to prevent the natural voltage drain of batteries over time it will keep your batteries fresh for use when you need them. And it has flexible connection options in that it includes both alligator clips and a lighter socket adapter.
The Sunforce model is compact and easy to install and it lets you harness the power of the sun, the most powerful and plentiful source of energy available to us. Unlike nuclear and fossil fuels, solar power is clean and pollution-free, and the equipment requires very little maintenance to operate.
This trickle charger is designed to stave off the natural voltage drain that 12-Volt batteries undergo over time. It can also maintain the charge of a 12-Volt battery while it is providing energy to small electronics like cell phone chargers or small pumps and motors. The Sunforce 50022 5-Watt Solar Battery Trickle Charger is constructed with durable ABS plastic and features amorphous solar cells and an ultra-bright blue LED charging indicator. Four mounting holes are pre-cut in the frame for easy permanent installation. It is weatherproof and remains effective even on cloudy days. The built-in overcharge/discharge protection prevents overcharging and reverse-current drain. This trickle charger is an ideal choice for automobiles, recreational vehicles, all-terrain vehicles, tractors, boats and more.
Sunforce amorphous solar panels require virtually no maintenance and are weatherproof and suitable for outdoor use. It is safe to leave connected for extended periods without damage to electrical components.
For moving vehicles the solar trickle charger can and should be permanently mounted to prevent damage to the solar panels, batteries and other equipment. Otherwise it is easily removed and stored.
Solar cells convert sunlight into an electric current; they do not actually store power. The Sunforce 50022 is designed to maintain an existing battery charge, and not to fully recharge a battery.
Sunday, November 20, 2011
How To Easily Build Your Own Super Efficient Solar Panels
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Wednesday, November 9, 2011
1500 Watt DIY Do It Yourself Wind Turbine/Generator Kit 61" Blade
!±8± 1500 Watt DIY Do It Yourself Wind Turbine/Generator Kit 61" Blade
All items are BRAND NEW, never used and straight from the manufacturerFEATURES:Blades: Our blades are made from lightweight, yet durable fiberglass. With a S809 airfoil design, pronounced pitch, and tapered tip, these blades will start at the slowest wind speeds and give you power with low noise levels. They have a polished finish for aesthetics that will make you proud. Hub: Our steel hub is designed specifically for the blades. It has a tapered hole to securely lock it down onto a 1" shaft. Magnets: 24 Super Strong Neodymium (NdFeB) magnets - 2"x1"x.5" N42 Wire: 1 Spool Essex Brand magnet wire rated at 200 degrees Celcius or 392 degrees Farenheit. Each spool averages 11 lbs weight. 14 gauge wire. A Wind Turbine Recipe Book by Hugh Piggott. Mr. Piggott is with Scoraig Wind Electric in the U.K. and has written several books on creating your own wind turbine systems. The plan provides very detailed info to guide you through the process. All the rest material is also listed in the plan with the sources where you can purchase them.
- 3 Fiberglass Blades (61") (~10.5' rotor diameter)
- 24 Strong Neodymium Magnets (2"x1"x1/2")
- 11 Lb Spool Magnet Wire (Gauge: 14 AWG)
- A Wind Turbine Recipe Book by Hugh Piggott
- Hub w/ Hardware and a Nose Cone
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Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Sunforce 50033 15-Watt Solar Charging Kit
!±8± Sunforce 50033 15-Watt Solar Charging Kit
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The Sunforce 50033 15 Watt Solar Charging Kit gives you several more reasons to love the sun. Ideal for cabins, recreational vehicles, remote power, back-up power, and 12 Volt battery charging, this kit comes with everything you need to start producing up to 15 Watts/1A of clean, free power in all weather conditions. Made of durable ABS plastic and amorphous solar cells, the solar panel has a built-in blocking diode to protect battery discharge at night. The complete kit includes: a 15 Watt solar charging panel, pre- cut holes for easy installation, 4 stainless steel screws, battery clamps, CLA adapter, wire and a 7 Amp charge controller for battery overcharge protection. This unit has a maximum power output of 15 Watts; 1 Amp and a maximum temperature range of -40 to 176-degrees Fahrenheit.
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