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Homebrew solar panels, half way there. | 4 comments (4 topical)
Re: Homebrew solar panels, half way there. (3.00 / 0) (#3)
by scottsAI on Tue Sep 12, 2006 at 12:26:39 AM MST

How deep does the snow get?
Not sure the panels are up high enough from the ground. If snow on the bottom edge of the panel the output of the panel will drop or stop. Depends on internal diodes and voltage. IF none, then ONE cell shaded will cause entire panel output to zero.

When cold use a mirror to double the sun to panel, to get that extra boost when needed. DO NOT do this when it's warm out. Panel overheating will be the result.
Watch the panel temp if you chose to try this out.
A Large mirror cost much less than a solar panel.
Let us know how it works out.
Have fun,
Scott.

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Homebrew solar panels, half way there. | 4 comments (4 topical)

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