All right, here goes: I have two (2) one-hundred twenty (120) Watt solar panels. My charge controller is showing 0 Amps (caveat, it has been...
Well you guys are likely the experts. I have a 600 watt system, 30amp charge controller and 7 deep cycle batteries. Everything is set up great...
Picked up a new gadget for camping and more importantly, for the wifee to take on her long trail runs. Just got it, so will need to test it out...
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51 eBooks on solar energy, Backwoods Home Magazine Solar Water Heating System Designs House Heating Solar Greenhouse A little planning makes...
I have, what is probably a simple question, but I just can't seem to work it out. I have the following items for a small solar setup for charging...
As the title implies, this is a guide on building your own
[media] Building your own solar panel grants you autonomy from purchasing one off the shelf. Bought commerically these can cost a fortune but by...
Was wondering if anyone knew of a good solar based method for charging Lithium-ion batteries, like AA or AAA?? With the little bit of research...
I'm working on a solar project for my RV. If I install two (12 Volt) 140 Watt panels in parallel, run to a single charge controller and then to my...
Below is a collection of quick reference diagrams on hooking up multiple 6 volt and 12 volt batteries to create 6V, 12V, 24V, 48V etc as required...
I had someone at work send this to me and thought it was pretty cool. Yes it's only good during the day and yes it's more for interior rooms with...
I talked with Hank at Zapp works and am very impressed with their new line of Batteries made in Montana. http://www.zappworks.com I would like...
Hello- I have been pondering this project for some time. In event of tropical storms, hurricaines, etc we have power outages. Yes, a generator...
Need Advice On SHTF Well Pump Solar System Read more: http: I am looking to buy the below items for my SHTF well setup. I'm going to shop around...
I was wondering what type of batteries are most used in the off grid solar set up....not size, but brand....they range fron golf cart batteries...
Where do you start ? Well, from my experience, it is best to start with the planning stage. How do I do that ? Well, you need to sit down and...
Lets take a look at what life would be like for most people after the grid was to go down. First thing would be people in stores would not be...
Solar powered generators, I could not find any discussion of this here. If it has been discussed than my apologies. Build your own or buy a...
[2c] OK, so you've decided to go solar for an emergency back up system. Well, there are many things you will need to know. First of all, it will...
I have an older wood pellet stove that can run on 110V AC or 12V DC. Which is handy in the event of a power outage, just hook-up a 12V car...
First, thanks for the info on TnAndy's set up, and the multimeter.....Now, NOT to open a can of worms, but what are the top 6 or 7 solar panel...
on a couple of other forums i belong to that deals with solar and wind powering there off grid places ..i find that most people are allways...
Ok, haveing received high speed via local phone company tues after waiting about 4 years, I ran into an immediate problem. When the phone man was...
This will be a short guide to basic solar use. I have lived off the grid entirely on solar for about 15 years, and have installed all my own....
Dose anyone here use solar power or any other meathods to provide thier own electric? Its something I would love to do as finances allow in order...
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