Friday 27 January 2012

Vital Tips When You Want To Know How To Make Solar Panels

By Alan Jones


Solar panels are gadgets that utilize natural sourced heat and light to come up with energy. In other words these are the gadgets which utilize the energy of the sun to create electric energy. They are very advantageous because they do not require any additional expenses to run. In addition, they are economic friendly and hence they do not impose environmental related problems. Apart from that, one can create a self made device after learning how to make solar panels.

The first point to note is that you should be equipped and have all the vital materials that you are required to have for the project. The materials required will only be identified if you determine the components of creating the gadget. Try to visit the producing plants so that you study the gadgets. Note that absence of basic components might result to the gadget not being able to work.

Solar cells are the first components that you have to make. They are usually made of silicon which can be easily bought from the local hard wares. However, the silicon material is not the only component of a cell. You have to include an additional insulating material. To complete the cell you have to pass the insulating materials between two layers of silicon.

The cell's main purpose is to turn the sun's energy to power. Note that when you have completed the cell, the major and first step has been accomplished though your goal is not attained yet. This energy is supposed to be stored in a good storage place and also requires transmission lines. For it to work right and appropriately, you have to ensure that you have fixed it well.

Other additional materials might include soldering iron, tabbing and wood plate. With the presence of these additional materials, you are sure to join the panels by following these steps. Start by marking some straight lines onto wood plate. These marked lines should guide you into identifying where the cells will be placed.

Placing the cells is not a difficult task. You are only required to have perfectly cut tab wires. Each cell requires to be fitted with two wires. But before you solder the parts it is advisable that you apply some flux on the board. This assists to ensure that the fittings are held firmly on the wood plate. Make sure that the cells are placed in a row because they have to be connected under a series connection.

The final step is to place the new energy provider on raised position where it can have contact with the sun's heat directly. You can seek the help of a professional in connecting the panel to a storage device such as a battery. This way you will have ensured that there is no energy lost. In addition the battery will help you to store the energy required at times when there is no sun especially during the night.

It is good to be cautious with such projects. Note that when energy is wrongly handled, it might turn to be very dangerous. It is also good to read and learn facts about how to make solar panels, which can be done by checking other homes that are using this type of energy.




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