Advantages of Solar Power

Instapark® NEW All Black 30W Mono-crystalline Solar Panel, 30 watt

Jerry Brooks — Thu, 10 May 2012 01:46:58 +0000

Tired of all the noise and smell from your diesel generator? The Instapark SP-30W solar panel offers you a quiet, clean while carbon-free alternative. Capable of converting virtually unlimited solar energy into clean, green, most importantly, free electricity, this solar panel is made of high efficiency mono-crystalline solar cells embedded in transparent vinyl acetate behind tempered glass with heavy back sheet ensuring maintenance free performance. Unlike amorphous solar panels, which only last about 5-7 years of continuous use, mono-crystalline solar panels can still retain over 80% of efficiency even after 25 years of continuous use. Also, the mono-crystalline panels are much more efficient and thus smaller in size while producing higher wattage.

This solar panel is designed and engineered to primarily charge 12-Volt batteries, which store and provide usable power when needed, ideal for powering your RVs, ATV, marine boats and electronic equipments. Other than recreational applications, solar power can also help lower your energy bills by reducing your dependence on the main electrical grid and provide back-up power during power outages.

Cobra CPI 1575 1500 Watt 12 Volt DC to 120 Volt AC Power Inverter

Jerry Brooks — Wed, 09 May 2012 19:48:39 +0000

This inverter provides household power on the go. It converts battery power to 120 V AC household power, allowing you to power up office equipment and household appliances from your vehicle. This unit is ideal for such appliances as microwave ovens (1000 watts or less), coffeemakers, laptops, TVs, video game consoles, CD and DVD players, cell phone chargers, and more.

Power equipment and appliances from your vehicle. Click to enlarge.

Great for automobiles, RVs, boats, tractors, trucks, and more. Click to enlarge.

Includes three grounded AC receptacles and 5-volt USB output. Click to enlarge.

How The Cobra Power Inverter Works
The Cobra power inverter is an electronic product that has been designed and built to take low-voltage DC (Direct Current) power from your automobile or other low-voltage power supplies and convert it to standard 115 volt AC (Alternating Current) power like the current you have in your home. This conversion process thereby allows you to use many of your household appliances and electronic products in automobiles, RVs, boats, tractors, trucks, and virtually anywhere else.

Cobra 1500 Watt Output Waveform
Some very sensitive electronic equipment might not operate satisfactorily on "square wave" or "modified sine wave" power. The output waveform of the Cobra Inverter is a "square wave" or "modified sine wave." It is a stepped waveform designed to have characteristics similar to the sine wave shape of utility power. A waveform of this nature is suitable for most AC loads, including linear and switching power suppliers used in electronic equipment, transformers, and motors.

AC receptacles
With three ground AC receptacles, you can connect and power multiple devices at once.

USB Output
The 5-Volt USB output allows charging and operation of modern portable devices, such as iPods, BlackBerrys, and cell phones.

Remote On/Off Switch Capable
An optional Remote On/Off Switch can be connected to the Remote Jack, allowing you to turn the Cobra power inverter on or off from a convenient location when the inverter is installed out of reach.

Safety Features
The CPI 1575 will notify you with a flashing meter and alarm sound when there is a power problem, and will shut down for protection in the following situations:

Current Overload Protection--If the inverter is overloaded, it will shut down to protect itself.
Short Circuit Protection--If the AC output of the inverter is short-circuited for one second or more, it will shut down to protect itself.
Low Voltage Protection--If the input voltage drops to 10.0V or less, the inverter will shut down to protect itself.
High Voltage Protection--If the DC input voltage rises above 15.0V, the inverter will shut down to protect itself.
Over Temperature Protection--If the internal temperature rises to 40 degrees C (104 degrees F), the inverter will shut down to protect itself.

What's in the Box
CPI 1575 DC to AC Power Inverter, instruction manual

How To Build Your Own Solar Panels – The Complete Guide To Building Solar Panels

Jerry Brooks — Wed, 09 May 2012 14:44:59 +0000

**UPDATED FOR 2012**

Are you looking to easily design and build your own solar panels?

If you are, then this is the book for you.

In ‘How to Build Your Own Solar Panel” you’ll not only learn all the
steps necessary for building solar panels, but you’ll also learn:

• Where to find high quality solar cells at rock-bottom prices.
• Which new shipping method you must use if you want your solar cells to
arrive in one piece.
• Why the terms “second hand” and “damaged” can mean real
bargains and huge savings for you.
• Which materials increase your solar panels output and which ones to
avoid at all costs.
• Plus much more…

You deserve the best, and it gets no better than "How to Build Your Own Solar Panel". Buy it now and start building your own solar panel today!

Sunforce 37126 260W Crystalline Solar Kit

Jerry Brooks — Mon, 07 May 2012 18:54:36 +0000

The Sunforce 260-Watt Crystalline Solar Kit comes complete with two 130-Watt solar panels, 30 A digital charger controller, 200W inverter, wiring, brackets, screws, and a voltage tester. The solar panels have aluminum frames for extended outdoor use. The bypass diode minimizes the power drop caused by shade. This kit is ideal for RVs, homes, boats, back-up and remote power use, 12 volt battery charging, and solar power stations, pumps, and lighting equipment. The solar panels have high-efficiency Crystalline solar cells. This kit is easy to install and completely maintenance-free. The solar panels are completely weatherproof, and come with a 25-year limited warranty. Connect multiple panels for more power.

GudCraft 12-Volt 10 Watt Solar Panel

Jerry Brooks — Mon, 07 May 2012 16:12:24 +0000

Aluminum frame for solar panel and bracket for mounting are included.