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Revision as of 13:16, 6 October 2010
Notes on putting together a solar power system on a low budget
It looks like a good starting strategy would be:
- Get a medium-small charge controller (7A/150w, for 12v batteries - $30 + $6 s/h
- Get a single unit of whatever delivers the most wattage per dollar -- currently this panel (15w, on sale for $60, normally $100) (similar panel)
- Get a single deep cycle 12v battery
- Dismantle a partly-working UPS to use as an inverter (eventually, bank these to provide more wattage as batteries are added)
Compare this kit -- maybe the price works out better.
Useful documents:
Local companies:
- Solar Solutions, Inc., Page Rd.
- Skyward Solar Power, Hillsborough Rd.
Online stores: