The 400-watt solar panel kit you’ve purchased to charge the boat, caravan, or power any other off-grid application may not include a power inverter that’s necessary to run AC appliances such as a fridge. So, what size of inverter (watts) … Read more
During the pandemic, we parked our white Toyota Fielder hatchback for several months to comply with the movement restrictions using cars. I made it a point to rev the car engine from time to time to keep the battery topped … Read more
Some solar garden lights only give off a gentle but warm glow to that beautifies the plants and the immediate surrounding areas. Now, you may want them brighter, for example, if you want to light a pathway. So, can you … Read more
Are you ordering parts for a solar system and want to be sure that all the parts you need are included and shipped in one go – so that you can set it up in one afternoon rather than over … Read more
Perhaps you’ve purchased a solar kit for your shed, RV, or cabin but it is incomplete! You need a wiring diagram to connect the components the right way! Or, you’re purchasing parts for your DIY 200-watt, 400-watt, or 800-watt Solar … Read more
You may be considering using a 12V, 7Ah battery in your DIY project – Note that it is common to find it used in several appliances such as alarm panels, UPSes, power wheels, and others. While there’re countless project ideas, … Read more
Solar charge controllers come in several sizes and capacities (watts). For instance, you may have the smaller 10 watt solar panel available on your RV or laying around. What can such a low power solar panel be used for? Can … Read more
You can expect to power a range of appliances with the energy from a solar power when there’s no grid, depending on its capacity (watts) of course. So, what appliances can you run off a portable 25-watt solar panel? Should … Read more
If you’re considering installing a 7 kW solar system on your property, there are likely to be several questions that you need to be answered so that you make an informed decision on whether or not it is the right … Read more
A 12V/400Ah battery bank may be just what you need to backup power in your home, boat, or RV. The cost of one is not trivial. A LiFeP04 battery bank may cost as much as US 1,600 at current market … Read more
