Archive for March, 2011
Understanding Battery Ratings
Wednesday, March 23rd, 2011Amp-hour, Cold Cranking Amps, and Reserve Capacity are the most common battery rating that you’ll see. There is a plethora of other standardized ratings out there for special applications, but for solar applications, you’ll want to pay the most attention to the amp-hour and reserve capacity ratings. These will give you the best estimate as to how long you’ll be able to power a load with a battery.
DIY Solar Panels That Do Not Cost The Earth
Saturday, March 19th, 2011One of the disadvantages of solar power has always been the cost of the technology – being the solar panels. However the good news is that costs are always coming down along with improvements in technology which improve efficiency. Buying prefabricated solar panels is one option for you to start using solar energy, but even better – why not look at your DIY options?
Solar Panel Reviews
Monday, March 7th, 2011A lot of people shop on Amazon.com to find solar panels for the home, RV, or boat. It’s a logical place for consumers to look for solutions. On this page you will find solar panel reviews of several different solar panels in the 200 watt, 100 watt, and 50 watt categories which are sold on Amazon.com
Read This Before Buying A 12v Solar Panel
Tuesday, March 1st, 2011This article covers some common mistakes people make when they are looking to buy a 12v solar panel. Installing solar powered products for improving your life is rarely a strait-forward craft. There are always tricky bugs that creep up and a sharp eye needs to always be kept on voltages and power ratings. Read this article to prevent yourself from succumbing to these common pitfalls: