Step 1

We are slaves to our energy needs. We need it to see by, to cook with, to be warm or cool down, and generally, to live a full life. This day and age noone could imagine what it was like to live without energy being constantly available. People of the past had no where near the power requirements we do today. It cost quite a bit less to live in those days. Electricity used to be much cheaper, but times have changed and overall costs keep rising. There is another solution to fulfill this need for electricity. People all over the world are searching for ways to spend less on power, with the economy being so bad. The solution many people are coming to is to build their own solar panels.

I know it's exciting to get started, but please make sure you have completed all steps before moving ahead.

Step 2

You can spend very little money for your solar panel components. When you get your solar panels setup in your home, you could possibly generate more electricity then you can use, creating an excess. This excess can be paid for by the energy company. Doesn't this sound good considering the amount of your bill every month? To get started building your own solar panel at home, you need a few things.

Step 3

First, in order to build your own solar panels, you need a solar panel that is 12 to 16 volts. Next up is a rechargeable battery with a batter box. Other items you need include: A DC meter with the exact same voltage of the battery, along with a DC input. These items will take energy stored in the solar panel and convert it to a form of power usable in your home. If you are planning to power AC appliances, you will also need an inverter.

Step 4

Those are the necessary items required to be able to build your own solar panels. When you finish getting these parts you can begin your solar panel project. You will need a hand held drill to attach the DC meter and the DC input to the top end of the battery box. When connecting the battery, be sure to use insulated wire to avoid any problems. Only connect one wire at a time, or you may have issues. Then you also need to connect the DC inlet and the solar panel to the battery itself.

Finished

On the next sunny day, you are ready to place your panels. We recommend about 8 hours of direct sunlight before testing out your panels.





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