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How to Build Solar Panel How to Connect the Components of a Solar Power Generator Together



You can build a solar power generator by assembling the essential components together. This article identifies the crucial steps to do just that so you, too, can build for yourself a solar energy system that can send power to small appliances that run on direct current.

Connecting the Solar Cells

Each solar cell produces half a volt. To get eighteen volts, you have to join thirty-six solar cells in series. You should always make calculations to ensure that power generated by your solar panel is sufficient. Otherwise you will have to connect more cells in parallel so you can have enough voltage and current.

The reason we need an eighteen-volt output from the solar generator is because this is what's necessary to charge a twelve-volt battery. A twelve-volt supply is not sufficient to charge a twelve-volt battery.

Constructing the Panel Frame

Next, we have to create the frame. This is a shallow box for the solar cells to sit in. The borders of the box should be three-quarters of an inch wide and should not be too high. Otherwise sunlight will not be able to reach some of the photovoltaic cells (at the sides) when the sun shines from an angle. This will lower the overall efficiency of the panel as some photovoltaic cells will not receive full solar radiation.

Putting the Array of Cells Into The Solar Panel Frame

To get the solar cells into the frame, glue the array of solar cells onto a thin, rigid backing before placing it into the "box". An example of a thin, rigid backing is a Masonite board.

We need to give the rigid backing (substrate) a few coats of paint before pasting the photovoltaic cells on. We must also apply a few coats of paint to the panel frame and dry it thoroughly before putting in the array of solar cells.

Connecting the Diode

You can place the diode inside the solar panel and hold it firmly with some silicone so it won't move about. Remember to leave some slack in the connecting wires so that they will not be strained.

Covering with Plexiglass

Before you cover the solar frame with plexiglass, test the solar panel's voltage and power output. Then carefully attach the plexiglass onto the solar panel frame using screws.

Attaching the Jones Plug

Finally, you have to solder a Jones plug to the end of the wires that come out of the panel. This completes your solar generator.

After hooking up the different parts in the above manner, you have made for yourself a solar power generator that can supply renewable energy to your appliances that run on twelve-volt direct current.


About Author John Greenspan :

John Greenspan is a do-it-yourself solar panels expert and has published many articles to share his knowledge. Are you interested in building DIY Solar panels? Pick up your FREE "How To Build Solar Panels" eBook at => http://www.diysolarpanelsworld.com


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Article Added on Wednesday, November 11, 2009
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