Questions from Readers: I would like to offset my air conditioning bills by purchasing a solar panel setup. I guess the questions that need answered are these: How much power does a central air unit use? 220 Volts / 8 Amps Sound about right? How large of a solar array will I need to power [...]
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How large of a solar panel is needed to power a typical home central air unit?
Posted by admin on October 21st, 2010
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4 Comments »What is needed for a solar panel set?
Posted by admin on August 31st, 2010
Questions from Readers: I am doing a science fair experiment on solar panels. The experiment is testing at which direction does a solar panel receive the most sunlight. I need four solar panels for sure. I would also need something that determines the amount of energy a solar panel is receiving. And where would I [...]
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Posted by admin on June 16th, 2010
Questions from Readers: I have a ridgid drill driver 14.4 volts . where do I get recondition batteries for it. I’m in the st.Louis area.
What's the best way to recondition NiMH batteries? Ok to fully discharge in a flashlight before charging?
Posted by admin on March 24th, 2010
Questions from Readers: Even my relatively-new batteries only take about 1.4 volts when fully charged. I’ve tried to recondition them by deeply discharging them in a flashlight, charging, and repeating. I want to use the batteries in a digital camera and other electronic devices. Could I be discharging too deeply?
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Can I keep the voltage rating of a solar panel the same and have a higher voltage?
Questions from Readers: -read the Answers in the comments, or answer yourself! I have a solar panel that is 12 volts and produces 1.5 watts, and I am planning to get a solar panel with 6-14 volts and 1-1.8 watts. How can I wire it so It stays at 12 volts, but gets a better [...]