You Build A Solar Panel Answare And Reviews

Question: How to build a solar panel?

(Posted by: Mark G on 2009-02-27 06:33:28)

Where can I find good instructions to build a cheap solar panel on my own?

Posted by: Jonathan W on 2009-02-27, 06:37:19

To build an effective but cheap solar panel, you need some expert advice. I recommend you get your hands on the comprehensive e-book and video instructions by Michael Harvey. His guide is very easy to follow and it will help you make a complete solar power system for less than $200. He also teaches how to make windmills. You can find more information at his website: cfurl.net/ earth4energy/ I hope this helps!

Posted by: William B on 2009-02-27, 06:49:13

Lowe's has some good plans, i built one using a 4'x8' sheet of foam in a box 6 " tall cut grooves in the foam paint it with Black latex paint put a inlet and outlet at opposite ends of the box 4 " in dia cover the box with a clear sheet of plastic put a screen over the hole in the top a duct in the bottom with a fan hooked to a temp switch , [hint a fan limit switch out of an old furnace works ] run the fan duct in to the house

Posted by: DIYpro on 2009-02-27, 06:53:20

The cell manufacturer will be able to provide you with the instructions. I'm not sure that you can make the cell itself that will function effectively.

Posted by: Don on 2009-02-27, 07:06:35

It would help if you specified what kind of solar device you want. Are you trying to heat air, water, or create electricity?

Posted by: EcoEnergy on 2009-02-27, 07:55:44

There are several guides available online for building your own solar panels. Make sure you evaluate a few guides before you buy one though, because some are definitely better than others! Here's a review of 3 of the top-selling ones: solar-powered-home.com/ solarpowerhomereviews.php

Posted by: c_kangaroo on 2009-02-27, 12:10:32

Here's a good site to check out, I found links on there for some good plans.