https://community.element14.com/technologies/power-management/w/documentsen-USTelligent Community 12https://community.element14.com/technologies/power-management/w/documents/28132/wishlist---what-do-you-need-for-diy-solar-energyThu, 14 Sep 2023 12:43:32 GMT93d5dcb4-84c2-446f-b2cb-99731719e767:898878ba-60a1-4262-b011-4e7db0470df8srutledgeCurrent Revision posted to Documents by srutledge on 9/14/2023 12:43:32 PM<br /> <p>For the Summer of Green Technology, we&#39;re focusing on renewable energy, like solar and wind power. In this wishlist, we&#39;ll go over some of the components that you might need when putting together your own solar power system. Since there are so many different energy requirements, we won&#39;t get into any individual designs - this is more of a general list of parts you might need.</p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvh19qj30"><strong>Solar Wishlist Giveaway - <em>Ended</em></strong></h3> <p>Answer the questions below for a chance to win a Multicomp Pro - Pro Solar Light/Solar Power Meter.</p> <ul> <li>What are some tips on integrating renewable energy into your designs?</li> <li>If you have past projects which used renewable energy, we&#39;d love to hear how you did it...and of course, we&#39;d love to see some pictures!</li> </ul> <p><strong><a href="#terms" data-e14adj="y">Terms:</a></strong><br />Post your answer as a comment below between 8th May 2023 and 16th June 2023. The best answers will be chosen by the element14 community team, and you will be shipped your prize (or local equivalent) free of charge.</p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvhdfovv0"><strong>Solar Cells/Panels</strong></h3> <p>When selecting solar cells/panels, estimate your energy requirements and calculate how many you need - it might be a lot. For smaller projects, check out the following:</p> <p><em>Solar Battery Charging Panel</em></p> <p><img alt="image" style="max-height:239px;max-width:308px;" height="239" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/1_31AC4412-40.jpg" width="308" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-b1157" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=2814725&nsku=31AC4412&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('b1157'));" data-farnell="2814725" data-newark="31AC4412" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Solar Battery Maintainer</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:246px;max-width:325px;" height="246" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/2_6AJ0704-40.jpg" width="325" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-ea056" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3778668&nsku=56AJ0704&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('ea056'));" data-farnell="3778668" data-newark="56AJ0704" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Monocrystalline Solar Cell with Arduino-compatible Barrel Plug</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:227px;max-width:331px;" height="227" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/3_94W9301-40.jpg" width="331" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-fa163" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=2819532&nsku=94W9301&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('fa163'));" data-farnell="2819532" data-newark="94W9301" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>EnOcean Indoor Solar Cell</em><br />EnOcean systems are designed to use energy harvesting to provide power for sensors and other small devices.</p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:192px;max-width:372px;" height="192" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/4_3812389-40.jpg" width="372" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-ba209" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3812389&nsku=73AJ3665&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('ba209'));" data-farnell="3812389" data-newark="73AJ3665" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Solar Harvester Development Kit</em><br />This kit gives you the tools to experiment with solar energy and the Maxim MAX20361 solar harvester IC.</p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:258px;max-width:308px;" height="258" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/5_3579344-40.jpg" width="308" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-30db6" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3579344&nsku=89AH1045&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('30db6'));" data-farnell="3579344" data-newark="89AH1045" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvm6btid0"><strong>Battery</strong></h3> <p>You can use a 12V lead-acid battery for a low power system, while a high power system may require multiple deep cycle batteries with a total capacity of several kilowatt-hours.</p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:360px;max-width:640px;" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/6_13AJ3007-40.jpg" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-b3c8b" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=149449&nsku=13AJ3007&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('b3c8b'));" data-farnell="149449" data-newark="13AJ3007" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" 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It prevents overcharging and helps prolong the life of the battery. Choose a charge controller that matches the voltage of your solar panel and battery.</p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:360px;max-width:640px;" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/7_56AJ0691-40.jpg" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-255cc" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3778667&nsku=56AJ0691&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('255cc'));" data-farnell="3778667" data-newark="56AJ0691" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p>You can also build a charge controller; parts will vary depending on what type you want to build. 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if you&#39;re not used to working with SMDs, the evaluation board below might make things easier.</p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:141px;max-width:173px;" height="141" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/11_5023340.jpg" width="173" /></p> <p></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-04ba4" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=4021720&nsku=53AK9940&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('04ba4'));" data-farnell="4021720" data-newark="53AK9940" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Evaluation Board for the AD8418 Current Sense Amplifier</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:166px;max-width:249px;" height="166" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/12_49AK9737-40.jpg" width="249" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-db25c" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=4033222&nsku=49AK9737&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('db25c'));" data-farnell="4033222" data-newark="49AK9737" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>DC-DC Switching Buck, Boost, Inverting Regulator</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:203px;max-width:192px;" height="203" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/13_4243408.jpg" width="192" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-f83f6" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=1077180&nsku=67H6703&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('f83f6'));" data-farnell="1077180" data-newark="67H6703" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvm6btid2"><strong>Inverter</strong></h3> <p>If you plan to power AC appliances, you will need an inverter to convert the DC power from the battery to AC power that can be used by your appliances. Choose an inverter that matches the voltage and wattage of your battery and appliances.</p> <p></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:360px;max-width:640px;" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/14_4333269.jpg" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-45fcd" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=8392625&nsku=52M2280&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('45fcd'));" data-farnell="8392625" data-newark="52M2280" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p>What if you want to build your own? An Internet search should yield some designs, from simple to very advanced. This <a href="https://www.circuitbasics.com/what-are-power-inverters/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank" data-e14adj="y">link</a>&nbsp;shows a simple inverter circuit; it outputs more of a square wave, but that should work for most applications! Here are some of the parts you&#39;ll need.</p> <p><em>555 Timer</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:196px;max-width:194px;" height="196" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/15_GE8DIP-40.jpg" width="194" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-78db9" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=9663762&nsku=97K1862&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('78db9'));" data-farnell="9663762" data-newark="97K1862" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Toroidal Transformer</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:161px;max-width:239px;" height="161" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/16_4767858.jpg" width="239" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-d2b65" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=9530479&nsku=38K4897&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('d2b65'));" data-farnell="9530479" data-newark="38K4897" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Chassis-mount Transformer</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" 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AI</a></li> <li><a href="/learn/learning-center/the-tech-connection/w/documents/27783/how-do-you-make-the-most-of-renewable-energy" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">How Do You Make The Most of Renewable Energy?</a></li> <li><a href="/learn/learning-center/the-tech-connection/w/documents/28034/roads-that-wirelessly-charge-electric-vehicles" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">Roads that Wirelessly Charge Electric Vehicles</a></li> <li><a href="/learn/learning-center/the-tech-connection/w/documents/27896/how-do-you-harvest-power-from-the-oceans" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">How do you Harvest Power from the Oceans?</a></li> <li><a href="/learn/learning-center/the-tech-connection/w/documents/27737/do-you-use-ultra-low-power-sensors-to-extend-battery-life" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">Do You Use Ultra-Low Power Sensors to Extend Battery Life?</a></li> </ul> </div> <div class="xs-w100 md-w48"> <ul> <li><a 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Agriculture eBook</a></li> <li><a href="/learn/publications/ebooks/w/documents/5338/raspberry-pi-and-the-importance-of-indoor-and-urban-farming---ebook" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">Raspberry Pi and Smart Agriculture</a></li> </ul> </div> <div class="xs-w100 md-w48"> <h4 class="xbold"><a name="relatedblogs"></a>Related Blogs &amp; Content</h4> <ul> <li><a href="/members-area/f/forum/52787/question-of-the-month-which-technology-will-power-automobiles-in-20-years" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">Which technology will power automobiles in 20 years?</a></li> <li><a href="/technologies/internet-of-things/b/blog/posts/how-does-iot-deliver-energy-savings" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">How Does IoT Deliver Energy Savings?</a></li> <li><a href="/challenges-projects/element14-presents/b/off-grid-makershop" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">Off-Grid Makershop</a></li> </ul> </div> </div><div style="clear:both;"></div> <div style="font-size: 90%;">Tags: RoadTest, competition, design challenge, energy harvesting, tech spotlight, prizes, green technology, summer program, quiz, summer of green technology</div> https://community.element14.com/technologies/power-management/w/documents/28132/wishlist---what-do-you-need-for-diy-solar-energy/revision/18Tue, 09 May 2023 13:01:30 GMT93d5dcb4-84c2-446f-b2cb-99731719e767:898878ba-60a1-4262-b011-4e7db0470df8dychenRevision 18 posted to Documents by dychen on 5/9/2023 1:01:30 PM<br /> <p>For the Summer of Green Technology, we&#39;re focusing on renewable energy, like solar and wind power. In this wishlist, we&#39;ll go over some of the components that you might need when putting together your own solar power system. Since there are so many different energy requirements, we won&#39;t get into any individual designs - this is more of a general list of parts you might need.</p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvh19qj30"><strong>Solar Wishlist Giveaway</strong></h3> <p>Answer the questions below for a chance to win a Multicomp Pro - Pro Solar Light/Solar Power Meter.</p> <ul> <li>What are some tips on integrating renewable energy into your designs?</li> <li>If you have past projects which used renewable energy, we&#39;d love to hear how you did it...and of course, we&#39;d love to see some pictures!</li> </ul> <p><strong><a href="#terms">Terms:</a></strong><br />Post your answer as a comment below between 8th May 2023 and 16th June 2023. The best answers will be chosen by the element14 community team, and you will be shipped your prize (or local equivalent) free of charge.</p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvhdfovv0"><strong>Solar Cells/Panels</strong></h3> <p>When selecting solar cells/panels, estimate your energy requirements and calculate how many you need - it might be a lot. For smaller projects, check out the following:</p> <p><em>Solar Battery Charging Panel</em></p> <p><img alt="image" style="max-height:239px;max-width:308px;" height="239" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/1_31AC4412-40.jpg" width="308" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-bf896" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=2814725&nsku=31AC4412&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('bf896'));" data-farnell="2814725" data-newark="31AC4412" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Solar Battery Maintainer</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:246px;max-width:325px;" height="246" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/2_6AJ0704-40.jpg" width="325" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-249ce" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3778668&nsku=56AJ0704&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('249ce'));" data-farnell="3778668" data-newark="56AJ0704" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Monocrystalline Solar Cell with Arduino-compatible Barrel Plug</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:227px;max-width:331px;" height="227" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/3_94W9301-40.jpg" width="331" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-c4508" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=2819532&nsku=94W9301&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('c4508'));" data-farnell="2819532" data-newark="94W9301" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>EnOcean Indoor Solar Cell</em><br />EnOcean systems are designed to use energy harvesting to provide power for sensors and other small devices.</p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:192px;max-width:372px;" height="192" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/4_3812389-40.jpg" width="372" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-02775" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3812389&nsku=73AJ3665&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('02775'));" data-farnell="3812389" data-newark="73AJ3665" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Solar Harvester Development Kit</em><br />This kit gives you the tools to experiment with solar energy and the Maxim MAX20361 solar harvester IC.</p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:258px;max-width:308px;" height="258" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/5_3579344-40.jpg" width="308" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-14730" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3579344&nsku=89AH1045&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('14730'));" data-farnell="3579344" data-newark="89AH1045" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvm6btid0"><strong>Battery</strong></h3> <p>You can use a 12V lead-acid battery for a low power system, while a high power system may require multiple deep cycle batteries with a total capacity of several kilowatt-hours.</p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:360px;max-width:640px;" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/6_13AJ3007-40.jpg" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-3f926" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=149449&nsku=13AJ3007&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('3f926'));" data-farnell="149449" data-newark="13AJ3007" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvm6btid1"><strong>Charge Controller</strong></h3> <p>A charge controller is necessary to regulate the flow of energy between the solar panel and the battery. It prevents overcharging and helps prolong the life of the battery. Choose a charge controller that matches the voltage of your solar panel and battery.</p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:360px;max-width:640px;" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/7_56AJ0691-40.jpg" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-f2148" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3778667&nsku=56AJ0691&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('f2148'));" data-farnell="3778667" data-newark="56AJ0691" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p>You can also build a charge controller; parts will vary depending on what type you want to build. Here&#39;s an example that uses an Arduino:&nbsp;<a href="https://microcontrolere.wordpress.com/2016/12/16/mppt-solar-charger" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">MPPT Charge Controller</a>&nbsp;</p> <p>Here are some of the parts you&#39;ll need:</p> <p><em>Arduino UNO</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:244px;max-width:325px;" height="244" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/8_5113088.jpg" width="325" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-f31d3" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=2285200&nsku=63W3545&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('f31d3'));" data-farnell="2285200" data-newark="63W3545" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="SC13001" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Arduino Nano</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:243px;max-width:282px;" height="243" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/9_5084379.jpg" width="282" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-00742" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=2285194&nsku=63W3544&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('00742'));" data-farnell="2285194" data-newark="63W3544" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Dual MOSFET, Half Bridge</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:216px;max-width:197px;" height="216" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/10_63J7843-40.jpg" width="197" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-5fc04" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=8638748&nsku=63J7843&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('5fc04'));" data-farnell="8638748" data-newark="63J7843" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Current Sense Amplifier</em><br /> The AD8418A is a surface mount device; if you&#39;re not used to working with SMDs, the evaluation board below might make things easier.</p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:141px;max-width:173px;" height="141" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/11_5023340.jpg" width="173" /></p> <p></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-10c45" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=4021720&nsku=53AK9940&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('10c45'));" data-farnell="4021720" data-newark="53AK9940" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Evaluation Board for the AD8418 Current Sense Amplifier</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:166px;max-width:249px;" height="166" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/12_49AK9737-40.jpg" width="249" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-3ccdf" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=4033222&nsku=49AK9737&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('3ccdf'));" data-farnell="4033222" data-newark="49AK9737" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>DC-DC Switching Buck, Boost, Inverting Regulator</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:203px;max-width:192px;" height="203" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/13_4243408.jpg" width="192" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-349e2" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=1077180&nsku=67H6703&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('349e2'));" data-farnell="1077180" data-newark="67H6703" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvm6btid2"><strong>Inverter</strong></h3> <p>If you plan to power AC appliances, you will need an inverter to convert the DC power from the battery to AC power that can be used by your appliances. 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style="max-height:360px;max-width:640px;" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/26_93AH0320-40.jpg" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-6d7eb" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3518755&nsku=93AH0320&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('6d7eb'));" data-farnell="3518755" data-newark="93AH0320" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Solar Power/Light Meter</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:182px;max-width:204px;" height="182" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/27_54AK7742-40.jpg" width="204" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-d0a40" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=4062477&nsku=54AK7742&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('d0a40'));" data-farnell="4062477" data-newark="54AK7742" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><a name="terms"></a></p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gqesirko0"><strong>Terms &amp; Conditions</strong></h3> <p><strong><a href="https://community.element14.com/cfs-file/__key/communityserver-wikis-components-files/00-00-00-00-03/SolarWishlistTerms.pdf">community.element14.com/.../SolarWishlistTerms.pdf</a></strong></p><div style="clear:both;"></div> <div style="font-size: 90%;">Tags: portable, diy, solar cell, battery, inverter, solar power, mppt, charge controller, summer of green technology, renewable energy, photovoltaic</div> https://community.element14.com/technologies/power-management/w/documents/28122/what-s-happening-in-the-community-s-summer-of-green-technology/revision/22Mon, 08 May 2023 16:17:22 GMT93d5dcb4-84c2-446f-b2cb-99731719e767:f09ab5f2-81d6-4046-a857-ca0f6dcb30c0pchanRevision 22 posted to Documents by pchan on 5/8/2023 4:17:22 PM<br /> <h4 id="mcetoc_1gv1dadij1" class="xbold"><a name="essentials"></a>Essentials Modules</h4> <ul> <li><a href="/learn/learning-center/essentials/w/documents/3231/power-energy-harvesting-electronics" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">Energy Harvesting</a></li> <li><a href="/learn/learning-center/essentials/w/documents/5177/automotive-sensors-for-ev-hev-applications" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">Automotive Sensors for EV/HEV Applications</a></li> </ul> <hr /> <h4 class="xbold"><a name="spotlight"></a>Tech Spotlight</h4> <div class="xs-flex md-flex-row xs-flex-column"> <div class="xs-mr0 md-mr2 xs-w100 md-w48"> <ul> <li><a href="/learn/learning-center/the-tech-connection/w/documents/28121/finding-more-efficient-solar-cell-technology-using-ai" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">Finding More Efficient Solar Cell Technology Using AI</a></li> <li><a href="/learn/learning-center/the-tech-connection/w/documents/27783/how-do-you-make-the-most-of-renewable-energy" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">How Do You Make The Most of Renewable Energy?</a></li> <li><a href="/learn/learning-center/the-tech-connection/w/documents/28034/roads-that-wirelessly-charge-electric-vehicles" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">Roads that Wirelessly Charge Electric Vehicles</a></li> <li><a href="/learn/learning-center/the-tech-connection/w/documents/27896/how-do-you-harvest-power-from-the-oceans" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">How do you Harvest Power from the Oceans?</a></li> <li><a href="/learn/learning-center/the-tech-connection/w/documents/27737/do-you-use-ultra-low-power-sensors-to-extend-battery-life" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">Do You Use Ultra-Low Power Sensors to Extend Battery Life?</a></li> </ul> </div> <div class="xs-w100 md-w48"> <ul> <li><a href="/learn/learning-center/the-tech-connection/w/documents/27826/how-to-increase-ev-battery-life-expectancy-with-battery-management" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">How to Increase EV Battery Life Expectancy with Battery Management</a></li> <li><a href="/learn/learning-center/the-tech-connection/w/documents/27783/how-do-you-make-the-most-of-renewable-energy" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">How Do You Make The Most of Renewable Energy?</a></li> <li><a href="/learn/learning-center/the-tech-connection/w/documents/27739/can-you-make-agriculture-smarter-with-ai" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">Can You Make Agriculture Smarter with AI?</a></li> <li><a href="/learn/learning-center/the-tech-connection/w/documents/27713/making-the-connections-for-modern-day-agriculturet" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">Making the Connections for Modern Day Agriculture</a></li> <li><a href="/learn/learning-center/the-tech-connection/w/documents/20689/how-to-design-efficient-power-for-portable-devices" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">How to Design Efficient Power for Portable Devices</a></li> </ul> </div> </div> <hr /> <div class="xs-flex md-flex-row xs-flex-column"> <div class="xs-mr0 md-mr2 xs-w100 md-w48"> <h4 class="xbold">RoadTests</h4> <ul> <li>Coming Soon ADI Energy Harvesting board - ADP5091-2-EVALZ</li> </ul> </div> <div class="xs-w100 md-w48"> <h4 class="xbold">Recorded Webinars</h4> <ul> <li><a href="/learn/events/c/e/1645" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">Smart Agriculture: Pest Monitoring with AI and Arduino</a></li> </ul> </div> </div> <hr /> <div class="xs-flex md-flex-row xs-flex-column"> <div class="xs-mr0 md-mr2 xs-w100 md-w48"> <h4 class="xbold"><a name="ebooks"></a>eBooks</h4> <ul> <li><a href="/learn/publications/ebooks/w/documents/28124/introduction-to-smart-agriculture-ebook" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">Intro to Smart Agriculture eBook</a></li> <li><a href="/learn/publications/ebooks/w/documents/5338/raspberry-pi-and-the-importance-of-indoor-and-urban-farming---ebook" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">Raspberry Pi and Smart Agriculture</a></li> </ul> </div> <div class="xs-w100 md-w48"> <h4 class="xbold"><a name="relatedblogs"></a>Related Blogs &amp; Content</h4> <ul> <li><a href="/members-area/f/forum/52787/question-of-the-month-which-technology-will-power-automobiles-in-20-years" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">Which technology will power automobiles in 20 years?</a></li> <li><a href="/technologies/internet-of-things/b/blog/posts/how-does-iot-deliver-energy-savings" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">How Does IoT Deliver Energy Savings?</a></li> </ul> </div> </div><div style="clear:both;"></div> <div style="font-size: 90%;">Tags: RoadTest, competition, design challenge, energy harvesting, tech spotlight, prizes, green technology, summer program, quiz, summer of green technology</div> https://community.element14.com/technologies/power-management/w/documents/28122/what-s-happening-in-the-community-s-summer-of-green-technology/revision/21Mon, 08 May 2023 16:05:57 GMT93d5dcb4-84c2-446f-b2cb-99731719e767:f09ab5f2-81d6-4046-a857-ca0f6dcb30c0pchanRevision 21 posted to Documents by pchan on 5/8/2023 4:05:57 PM<br /> <h4 id="mcetoc_1gv1dadij1" class="xbold"><a name="essentials"></a>Essentials Modules</h4> <ul> <li><a href="/learn/learning-center/essentials/w/documents/3231/power-energy-harvesting-electronics" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">Energy Harvesting</a></li> <li><a href="/learn/learning-center/essentials/w/documents/5177/automotive-sensors-for-ev-hev-applications" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">Automotive Sensors for EV/HEV Applications</a></li> </ul> <hr /> <h4 class="xbold"><a name="spotlight"></a>Tech Spotlight</h4> <div class="xs-flex md-flex-row xs-flex-column"> <div class="xs-mr0 md-mr2 xs-w100 md-w48"> <ul> <li><a href="/learn/learning-center/the-tech-connection/w/documents/28121/finding-more-efficient-solar-cell-technology-using-ai" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">Finding More Efficient Solar Cell Technology Using AI</a></li> <li><a href="/learn/learning-center/the-tech-connection/w/documents/27783/how-do-you-make-the-most-of-renewable-energy" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">How Do You Make The Most of Renewable Energy?</a></li> <li><a href="/learn/learning-center/the-tech-connection/w/documents/28034/roads-that-wirelessly-charge-electric-vehicles" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">Roads that Wirelessly Charge Electric Vehicles</a></li> <li><a href="/learn/learning-center/the-tech-connection/w/documents/27896/how-do-you-harvest-power-from-the-oceans" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">How do you Harvest Power from the Oceans?</a></li> <li><a href="/learn/learning-center/the-tech-connection/w/documents/27737/do-you-use-ultra-low-power-sensors-to-extend-battery-life" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">Do You Use Ultra-Low Power Sensors to Extend Battery Life?</a></li> </ul> </div> <div class="xs-w100 md-w48"> <ul> <li><a href="/learn/learning-center/the-tech-connection/w/documents/27826/how-to-increase-ev-battery-life-expectancy-with-battery-management" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">How to Increase EV Battery Life Expectancy with Battery Management</a></li> <li><a href="/learn/learning-center/the-tech-connection/w/documents/27783/how-do-you-make-the-most-of-renewable-energy" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">How Do You Make The Most of Renewable Energy?</a></li> <li><a href="/learn/learning-center/the-tech-connection/w/documents/27739/can-you-make-agriculture-smarter-with-ai" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">Can You Make Agriculture Smarter with AI?</a></li> <li><a href="/learn/learning-center/the-tech-connection/w/documents/27713/making-the-connections-for-modern-day-agriculturet" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">Making the Connections for Modern Day Agriculture</a></li> <li><a href="/learn/learning-center/the-tech-connection/w/documents/20689/how-to-design-efficient-power-for-portable-devices" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">How to Design Efficient Power for Portable Devices</a></li> </ul> </div> </div> <hr /> <div class="xs-flex md-flex-row xs-flex-column"> <div class="xs-mr0 md-mr2 xs-w100 md-w48"> <h4 class="xbold">RoadTests</h4> <ul> <li><a href="/learn/events/c/e/1645" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">Coming Soon ADI Energy Harvesting board - ADP5091-2-EVALZ</a></li> </ul> </div> <div class="xs-w100 md-w48"> <h4 class="xbold">Recorded Webinars</h4> <ul> <li><a href="/learn/events/c/e/1645" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">Smart Agriculture: Pest Monitoring with AI and Arduino</a></li> </ul> </div> </div> <hr /> <div class="xs-flex md-flex-row xs-flex-column"> <div class="xs-mr0 md-mr2 xs-w100 md-w48"> <h4 class="xbold"><a name="ebooks"></a>eBooks</h4> <ul> <li><a href="/learn/publications/ebooks/w/documents/28124/introduction-to-smart-agriculture-ebook" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">Intro to Smart Agriculture eBook</a></li> <li><a href="/learn/publications/ebooks/w/documents/5338/raspberry-pi-and-the-importance-of-indoor-and-urban-farming---ebook" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">Raspberry Pi and Smart Agriculture</a></li> </ul> </div> <div class="xs-w100 md-w48"> <h4 class="xbold"><a name="relatedblogs"></a>Related Blogs &amp; Content</h4> <ul> <li><a href="/members-area/f/forum/52787/question-of-the-month-which-technology-will-power-automobiles-in-20-years" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">Which technology will power automobiles in 20 years?</a></li> <li><a href="/technologies/internet-of-things/b/blog/posts/how-does-iot-deliver-energy-savings" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">How Does IoT Deliver Energy Savings?</a></li> </ul> </div> </div><div style="clear:both;"></div> <div style="font-size: 90%;">Tags: RoadTest, competition, design challenge, energy harvesting, tech spotlight, prizes, green technology, summer program, quiz, summer of green technology</div> https://community.element14.com/technologies/power-management/w/documents/28132/wishlist---what-do-you-need-for-diy-solar-energy/revision/17Mon, 08 May 2023 15:43:14 GMT93d5dcb4-84c2-446f-b2cb-99731719e767:898878ba-60a1-4262-b011-4e7db0470df8dychenRevision 17 posted to Documents by dychen on 5/8/2023 3:43:14 PM<br /> <p>For the Summer of Green Technology, we&#39;re focusing on renewable energy, like solar and wind power. In this wishlist, we&#39;ll go over some of the components that you might need when putting together your own solar power system. Since there are so many different energy requirements, we won&#39;t get into any individual designs - this is more of a general list of parts you might need.</p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvh19qj30"><strong>Solar Wishlist Giveaway</strong></h3> <p>Answer the questions below for a chance to win a Multicomp Pro - Pro Solar Light/Solar Power Meter.</p> <ul> <li>What are some tips on integrating renewable energy into your designs?</li> <li>If you have past projects which used renewable energy, we&#39;d love to hear how you did it...and of course, we&#39;d love to see some pictures!</li> </ul> <p><strong><a href="#terms">Terms:</a></strong><br />Post your answer as a comment below between 12th May 2023 and 16th June 2023. The best answers will be chosen by the element14 community team, and you will be shipped your prize (or local equivalent) free of charge.</p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvhdfovv0"><strong>Solar Cells/Panels</strong></h3> <p>When selecting solar cells/panels, estimate your energy requirements and calculate how many you need - it might be a lot. For smaller projects, check out the following:</p> <p><em>Solar Battery Charging Panel</em></p> <p><img alt="image" style="max-height:239px;max-width:308px;" height="239" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/1_31AC4412-40.jpg" width="308" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-276c4" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=2814725&nsku=31AC4412&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('276c4'));" data-farnell="2814725" data-newark="31AC4412" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Solar Battery Maintainer</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:246px;max-width:325px;" height="246" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/2_6AJ0704-40.jpg" width="325" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-32477" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3778668&nsku=56AJ0704&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('32477'));" data-farnell="3778668" data-newark="56AJ0704" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Monocrystalline Solar Cell with Arduino-compatible Barrel Plug</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:227px;max-width:331px;" height="227" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/3_94W9301-40.jpg" width="331" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-4a69c" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=2819532&nsku=94W9301&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('4a69c'));" data-farnell="2819532" data-newark="94W9301" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>EnOcean Indoor Solar Cell</em><br />EnOcean systems are designed to use energy harvesting to provide power for sensors and other small devices.</p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:192px;max-width:372px;" height="192" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/4_3812389-40.jpg" width="372" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-f6465" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3812389&nsku=73AJ3665&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('f6465'));" data-farnell="3812389" data-newark="73AJ3665" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Solar Harvester Development Kit</em><br />This kit gives you the tools to experiment with solar energy and the Maxim MAX20361 solar harvester IC.</p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:258px;max-width:308px;" height="258" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/5_3579344-40.jpg" width="308" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-f35b0" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3579344&nsku=89AH1045&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('f35b0'));" data-farnell="3579344" data-newark="89AH1045" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvm6btid0"><strong>Battery</strong></h3> <p>You can use a 12V lead-acid battery for a low power system, while a high power system may require multiple deep cycle batteries with a total capacity of several kilowatt-hours.</p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:360px;max-width:640px;" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/6_13AJ3007-40.jpg" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-78459" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=149449&nsku=13AJ3007&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('78459'));" data-farnell="149449" data-newark="13AJ3007" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvm6btid1"><strong>Charge Controller</strong></h3> <p>A charge controller is necessary to regulate the flow of energy between the solar panel and the battery. It prevents overcharging and helps prolong the life of the battery. 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src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/25_50AH4271-40.jpg" width="138" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-e7e1f" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3289999&nsku=50AH4277&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('e7e1f'));" data-farnell="3289999" data-newark="50AH4277" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvm6btid5"><strong>Tools for Test and Measurement</strong></h3> <p><em>Digital Multimeter with Bluetooth</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:360px;max-width:640px;" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/26_93AH0320-40.jpg" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-65314" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3518755&nsku=93AH0320&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('65314'));" data-farnell="3518755" data-newark="93AH0320" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Solar Power/Light Meter</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:182px;max-width:204px;" height="182" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/27_54AK7742-40.jpg" width="204" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-c4f54" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=4062477&nsku=54AK7742&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('c4f54'));" data-farnell="4062477" data-newark="54AK7742" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><a name="terms"></a></p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gqesirko0"><strong>Terms &amp; Conditions</strong></h3> <p><strong><a href="https://community.element14.com/cfs-file/__key/communityserver-wikis-components-files/00-00-00-00-03/SolarWishlistTerms.pdf">community.element14.com/.../SolarWishlistTerms.pdf</a></strong></p><div style="clear:both;"></div> <div style="font-size: 90%;">Tags: portable, diy, solar cell, battery, inverter, solar power, mppt, charge controller, summer of green technology, renewable energy, photovoltaic</div> https://community.element14.com/technologies/power-management/w/documents/28132/wishlist---what-do-you-need-for-diy-solar-energy/revision/16Mon, 08 May 2023 15:43:14 GMT93d5dcb4-84c2-446f-b2cb-99731719e767:898878ba-60a1-4262-b011-4e7db0470df8dychenRevision 16 posted to Documents by dychen on 5/8/2023 3:43:14 PM<br /> <p>For the Summer of Green Technology, we&#39;re focusing on renewable energy, like solar and wind power. In this wishlist, we&#39;ll go over some of the components that you might need when putting together your own solar power system. Since there are so many different energy requirements, we won&#39;t get into any individual designs - this is more of a general list of parts you might need.</p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvh19qj30"><strong>Solar Wishlist Giveaway</strong></h3> <p>Answer the questions below for a chance to win a Multicomp Pro - Pro Solar Light/Solar Power Meter.</p> <ul> <li>What are some tips on integrating renewable energy into your designs?</li> <li>If you have past projects which used renewable energy, we&#39;d love to hear how you did it...and of course, we&#39;d love to see some pictures!</li> </ul> <p><strong><a href="#terms">Terms:</a></strong><br />Post your answer as a comment below between 12th May 2023 and 16th June 2023. The best answers will be chosen by the element14 community team, and you will be shipped your prize (or local equivalent) free of charge.</p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvhdfovv0"><strong>Solar Cells/Panels</strong></h3> <p>When selecting solar cells/panels, estimate your energy requirements and calculate how many you need - it might be a lot. For smaller projects, check out the following:</p> <p><em>Solar Battery Charging Panel</em></p> <p><img alt="image" style="max-height:239px;max-width:308px;" height="239" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/1_31AC4412-40.jpg" width="308" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-f6871" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=2814725&nsku=31AC4412&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('f6871'));" data-farnell="2814725" data-newark="31AC4412" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Solar Battery Maintainer</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:246px;max-width:325px;" height="246" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/2_6AJ0704-40.jpg" width="325" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-c4f91" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3778668&nsku=56AJ0704&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('c4f91'));" data-farnell="3778668" data-newark="56AJ0704" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Monocrystalline Solar Cell with Arduino-compatible Barrel Plug</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:227px;max-width:331px;" height="227" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/3_94W9301-40.jpg" width="331" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-7ba92" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=2819532&nsku=94W9301&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('7ba92'));" data-farnell="2819532" data-newark="94W9301" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>EnOcean Indoor Solar Cell</em><br />EnOcean systems are designed to use energy harvesting to provide power for sensors and other small devices.</p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:192px;max-width:372px;" height="192" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/4_3812389-40.jpg" width="372" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-7a346" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3812389&nsku=73AJ3665&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('7a346'));" data-farnell="3812389" data-newark="73AJ3665" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Solar Harvester Development Kit</em><br />This kit gives you the tools to experiment with solar energy and the Maxim MAX20361 solar harvester IC.</p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:258px;max-width:308px;" height="258" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/5_3579344-40.jpg" width="308" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-81afa" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3579344&nsku=89AH1045&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('81afa'));" data-farnell="3579344" data-newark="89AH1045" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvm6btid0"><strong>Battery</strong></h3> <p>You can use a 12V lead-acid battery for a low power system, while a high power system may require multiple deep cycle batteries with a total capacity of several kilowatt-hours.</p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:360px;max-width:640px;" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/6_13AJ3007-40.jpg" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-0cc35" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=149449&nsku=13AJ3007&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('0cc35'));" data-farnell="149449" data-newark="13AJ3007" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvm6btid1"><strong>Charge Controller</strong></h3> <p>A charge controller is necessary to regulate the flow of energy between the solar panel and the battery. It prevents overcharging and helps prolong the life of the battery. Choose a charge controller that matches the voltage of your solar panel and battery.</p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:360px;max-width:640px;" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/7_56AJ0691-40.jpg" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-0c6c8" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3778667&nsku=56AJ0691&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('0c6c8'));" data-farnell="3778667" data-newark="56AJ0691" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p>You can also build a charge controller; parts will vary depending on what type you want to build. Here&#39;s an example that uses an Arduino:&nbsp;<a href="https://microcontrolere.wordpress.com/2016/12/16/mppt-solar-charger" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">MPPT Charge Controller</a>&nbsp;</p> <p>Here are some of the parts you&#39;ll need:</p> <p><em>Arduino UNO</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:244px;max-width:325px;" height="244" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/8_5113088.jpg" width="325" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-54c00" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=2285200&nsku=63W3545&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('54c00'));" data-farnell="2285200" data-newark="63W3545" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="SC13001" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Arduino Nano</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:243px;max-width:282px;" height="243" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/9_5084379.jpg" width="282" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-17e5a" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=2285194&nsku=63W3544&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('17e5a'));" data-farnell="2285194" data-newark="63W3544" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Dual MOSFET, Half Bridge</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:216px;max-width:197px;" height="216" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/10_63J7843-40.jpg" width="197" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-42783" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=8638748&nsku=63J7843&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('42783'));" data-farnell="8638748" data-newark="63J7843" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Current Sense Amplifier</em><br /> The AD8418A is a surface mount device; if you&#39;re not used to working with SMDs, the evaluation board below might make things easier.</p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:141px;max-width:173px;" height="141" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/11_5023340.jpg" width="173" /></p> <p></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-18d8f" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=4021720&nsku=53AK9940&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('18d8f'));" data-farnell="4021720" data-newark="53AK9940" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Evaluation Board for the AD8418 Current Sense Amplifier</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:166px;max-width:249px;" height="166" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/12_49AK9737-40.jpg" width="249" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-cdc34" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=4033222&nsku=49AK9737&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('cdc34'));" data-farnell="4033222" data-newark="49AK9737" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>DC-DC Switching Buck, Boost, Inverting Regulator</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:203px;max-width:192px;" height="203" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/13_4243408.jpg" width="192" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-b502d" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=1077180&nsku=67H6703&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('b502d'));" data-farnell="1077180" data-newark="67H6703" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvm6btid2"><strong>Inverter</strong></h3> <p>If you plan to power AC appliances, you will need an inverter to convert the DC power from the battery to AC power that can be used by your appliances. Choose an inverter that matches the voltage and wattage of your battery and appliances.</p> <p></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:360px;max-width:640px;" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/14_4333269.jpg" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-16edc" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=8392625&nsku=52M2280&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('16edc'));" data-farnell="8392625" data-newark="52M2280" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p>What if you want to build your own? An Internet search should yield some designs, from simple to very advanced. This <a href="https://www.circuitbasics.com/what-are-power-inverters/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">link</a>&nbsp;shows a simple inverter circuit; it outputs more of a square wave, but that should work for most applications! Here are some of the parts you&#39;ll need.</p> <p><em>555 Timer</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:196px;max-width:194px;" height="196" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/15_GE8DIP-40.jpg" width="194" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-53fa4" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=9663762&nsku=97K1862&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('53fa4'));" data-farnell="9663762" data-newark="97K1862" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Toroidal Transformer</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:161px;max-width:239px;" height="161" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/16_4767858.jpg" width="239" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-7c8b6" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=9530479&nsku=38K4897&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('7c8b6'));" data-farnell="9530479" data-newark="38K4897" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Chassis-mount Transformer</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:195px;max-width:222px;" height="195" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/17_4613142.jpg" width="222" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-70c35" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=1780892&nsku=79K0012&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('70c35'));" data-farnell="1780892" data-newark="79K0012" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Power MOSFET</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:93px;max-width:226px;" height="93" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/18_63J7319-40.jpg" width="226" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-24ff2" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=8648298&nsku=63J7319&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('24ff2'));" data-farnell="8648298" data-newark="63J7319" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:168px;max-width:202px;" height="168" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/19_4817960.jpg" width="202" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-e322e" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=8651418&nsku=63J7709&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('e322e'));" data-farnell="8651418" data-newark="63J7709" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvm6btid3"><strong>Photovoltaic/Solar Connectors</strong></h3> <p>In addition to the components above, you&#39;ll need various items such as connectors and fuses, as well as tools for measurement.</p> <p><em>Amphenol H4 Series</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:196px;max-width:255px;" height="196" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/20_1845700-40.jpg" width="255" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-c1d88" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=1845700&nsku=14T3661&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('c1d88'));" data-farnell="1845700" data-newark="14T3661" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:126px;max-width:250px;" height="126" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/21_1845703-40.jpg" width="250" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-44eab" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=1845703&nsku=14T3665&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('44eab'));" data-farnell="1845703" data-newark="14T3665" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Phoenix Contact Aries ES Series</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:212px;max-width:177px;" height="212" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/22_3587094-40.jpg" width="177" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-8dbc4" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3587094&nsku=08AJ4921&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('8dbc4'));" data-farnell="3587094" data-newark="08AJ4921" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>TE Connectivity&nbsp;SOLARLOK PV4-S Series</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:138px;max-width:193px;" height="138" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/23_3134665-40.jpg" width="193" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-13d00" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3134665&nsku=18AH0101&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('13d00'));" data-farnell="3134665" data-newark="18AH0101" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvm6btid4"><strong>Fuses</strong></h3> <p><em>Phoenix Contact SUNCLIX PV Connector with Fuse Element</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:304px;max-width:260px;" height="304" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/24_3677944-40.jpg" width="260" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-aec49" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3677945&nsku=37AJ0717&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('aec49'));" data-farnell="3677945" data-newark="37AJ0717" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Ceramic Industrial/Power Fuse</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:165px;max-width:138px;" height="165" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/25_50AH4271-40.jpg" width="138" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-abcab" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3289999&nsku=50AH4277&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('abcab'));" data-farnell="3289999" data-newark="50AH4277" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvm6btid5"><strong>Tools for Test and Measurement</strong></h3> <p><em>Digital Multimeter with Bluetooth</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:360px;max-width:640px;" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/26_93AH0320-40.jpg" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-f3ad9" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3518755&nsku=93AH0320&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('f3ad9'));" data-farnell="3518755" data-newark="93AH0320" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Solar Power/Light Meter</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:182px;max-width:204px;" height="182" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/27_54AK7742-40.jpg" width="204" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-fda3a" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=4062477&nsku=54AK7742&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('fda3a'));" data-farnell="4062477" data-newark="54AK7742" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><a name="terms"></a></p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gqesirko0"><strong>Terms &amp; Conditions</strong></h3> <p><strong><a href="https://community.element14.com/cfs-file/__key/communityserver-wikis-components-files/00-00-00-06-53/SolarWishlistTerms.pdf">community.element14.com/.../SolarWishlistTerms.pdf</a></strong></p><div style="clear:both;"></div> <div style="font-size: 90%;">Tags: portable, diy, solar cell, battery, inverter, solar power, mppt, charge controller, summer of green technology, renewable energy, photovoltaic</div> https://community.element14.com/technologies/power-management/w/documents/28122/what-s-happening-in-the-community-s-summer-of-green-technology/revision/20Mon, 08 May 2023 15:30:41 GMT93d5dcb4-84c2-446f-b2cb-99731719e767:f09ab5f2-81d6-4046-a857-ca0f6dcb30c0pchanRevision 20 posted to Documents by pchan on 5/8/2023 3:30:41 PM<br /> <h4 id="mcetoc_1gv1dadij1" class="xbold"><a name="essentials"></a>Essentials Modules</h4> <ul> <li><a href="/learn/learning-center/essentials/w/documents/3231/power-energy-harvesting-electronics" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">Energy Harvesting</a></li> <li><a href="/learn/learning-center/essentials/w/documents/5177/automotive-sensors-for-ev-hev-applications" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">Automotive Sensors for EV/HEV Applications</a></li> </ul> <hr /> <h4 class="xbold"><a name="spotlight"></a>Tech Spotlight</h4> <div class="xs-flex md-flex-row xs-flex-column"> <div class="xs-mr0 md-mr2 xs-w100 md-w48"> <ul> <li><a href="/learn/learning-center/the-tech-connection/w/documents/28121/finding-more-efficient-solar-cell-technology-using-ai" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">Finding More Efficient Solar Cell Technology Using AI</a></li> <li><a href="/learn/learning-center/the-tech-connection/w/documents/27783/how-do-you-make-the-most-of-renewable-energy" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">How Do You Make The Most of Renewable Energy?</a></li> <li><a href="/learn/learning-center/the-tech-connection/w/documents/28034/roads-that-wirelessly-charge-electric-vehicles" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">Roads that Wirelessly Charge Electric Vehicles</a></li> <li><a href="/learn/learning-center/the-tech-connection/w/documents/27896/how-do-you-harvest-power-from-the-oceans" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">How do you Harvest Power from the Oceans?</a></li> <li><a href="/learn/learning-center/the-tech-connection/w/documents/27737/do-you-use-ultra-low-power-sensors-to-extend-battery-life" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">Do You Use Ultra-Low Power Sensors to Extend Battery Life?</a></li> </ul> </div> <div class="xs-w100 md-w48"> <ul> <li><a href="/learn/learning-center/the-tech-connection/w/documents/27826/how-to-increase-ev-battery-life-expectancy-with-battery-management" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">How to Increase EV Battery Life Expectancy with Battery Management</a></li> <li><a href="/learn/learning-center/the-tech-connection/w/documents/27783/how-do-you-make-the-most-of-renewable-energy" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">How Do You Make The Most of Renewable Energy?</a></li> <li><a href="/learn/learning-center/the-tech-connection/w/documents/27739/can-you-make-agriculture-smarter-with-ai" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">Can You Make Agriculture Smarter with AI?</a></li> <li><a href="/learn/learning-center/the-tech-connection/w/documents/27713/making-the-connections-for-modern-day-agriculturet" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">Making the Connections for Modern Day Agriculture</a></li> <li><a href="/learn/learning-center/the-tech-connection/w/documents/20689/how-to-design-efficient-power-for-portable-devices" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">How to Design Efficient Power for Portable Devices</a></li> </ul> </div> </div> <hr /> <div class="xs-flex md-flex-row xs-flex-column"> <div class="xs-mr0 md-mr2 xs-w100 md-w48"> <h4 class="xbold">RoadTests</h4> <ul> <li><a href="/learn/events/c/e/1645" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">Coming Soon ADI Energy Harvesting board - ADP5091-2-EVALZ</a></li> </ul> </div> <div class="xs-w100 md-w48"> <h4 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data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">How Does IoT Deliver Energy Savings?</a></li> </ul> </div> </div><div style="clear:both;"></div> <div style="font-size: 90%;">Tags: RoadTest, competition, design challenge, energy harvesting, tech spotlight, prizes, green technology, summer program, quiz, summer of green technology</div> https://community.element14.com/technologies/power-management/w/documents/28132/wishlist---what-do-you-need-for-diy-solar-energy/revision/15Fri, 05 May 2023 19:17:30 GMT93d5dcb4-84c2-446f-b2cb-99731719e767:898878ba-60a1-4262-b011-4e7db0470df8dychenRevision 15 posted to Documents by dychen on 5/5/2023 7:17:30 PM<br /> <p>For the Summer of Green Technology, we&#39;re focusing on renewable energy, like solar and wind power. In this wishlist, we&#39;ll go over some of the components that you might need when putting together your own solar power system. Since there are so many different energy requirements, we won&#39;t get into any individual designs - this is more of a general list of parts you might need.</p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvh19qj30"><strong>Solar Wishlist Giveaway</strong></h3> <p>Answer the questions below for a chance to win a Multicomp Pro - Pro Solar Light/Solar Power Meter.</p> <ul> <li>What are some tips on integrating renewable energy into your designs?</li> <li>If you have past projects which used renewable energy, we&#39;d love to hear how you did it...and of course, we&#39;d love to see some pictures!</li> </ul> <p><strong><a href="#terms">Terms:</a></strong><br />Post your answer as a comment below between 12th May 2023 and 16th June 2023. The best answers will be chosen by the element14 community team, and you will be shipped your prize (or local equivalent) free of charge.</p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvhdfovv0"><strong>Solar Cells/Panels</strong></h3> <p>When selecting solar cells/panels, estimate your energy requirements and calculate how many you need - it might be a lot. 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provide power for sensors and other small devices.</p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:192px;max-width:372px;" height="192" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/4_3812389-40.jpg" width="372" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-d23c4" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3812389&nsku=73AJ3665&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('d23c4'));" data-farnell="3812389" data-newark="73AJ3665" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Solar Harvester Development Kit</em><br />This kit gives you the tools to experiment with solar energy and the Maxim MAX20361 solar harvester IC.</p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:258px;max-width:308px;" height="258" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/5_3579344-40.jpg" width="308" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-1ce5b" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3579344&nsku=89AH1045&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('1ce5b'));" data-farnell="3579344" data-newark="89AH1045" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvm6btid0"><strong>Battery</strong></h3> <p>You can use a 12V lead-acid battery for a low power system, while a high power system may require multiple deep cycle batteries with a total capacity of several kilowatt-hours.</p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:360px;max-width:640px;" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/6_13AJ3007-40.jpg" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-647c2" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=149449&nsku=13AJ3007&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('647c2'));" data-farnell="149449" data-newark="13AJ3007" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" 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src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/21_1845703-40.jpg" width="250" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-4535a" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=1845703&nsku=14T3665&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('4535a'));" data-farnell="1845703" data-newark="14T3665" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Phoenix Contact Aries ES Series</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:212px;max-width:177px;" height="212" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/22_3587094-40.jpg" width="177" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-fa26b" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3587094&nsku=08AJ4921&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('fa26b'));" data-farnell="3587094" data-newark="08AJ4921" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>TE Connectivity&nbsp;SOLARLOK PV4-S Series</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:138px;max-width:193px;" height="138" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/23_3134665-40.jpg" width="193" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-2f29b" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3134665&nsku=18AH0101&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('2f29b'));" data-farnell="3134665" data-newark="18AH0101" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvm6btid4"><strong>Fuses</strong></h3> <p><em>Phoenix Contact SUNCLIX PV Connector with Fuse Element</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:304px;max-width:260px;" height="304" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/24_3677944-40.jpg" width="260" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-62d12" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3677945&nsku=37AJ0717&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('62d12'));" data-farnell="3677945" data-newark="37AJ0717" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Ceramic Industrial/Power Fuse</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:165px;max-width:138px;" height="165" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/25_50AH4271-40.jpg" width="138" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-b5c06" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3289999&nsku=50AH4277&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('b5c06'));" data-farnell="3289999" data-newark="50AH4277" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvm6btid5"><strong>Tools for Test and Measurement</strong></h3> <p><em>Digital Multimeter with Bluetooth</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:360px;max-width:640px;" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/26_93AH0320-40.jpg" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-15b5f" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3518755&nsku=93AH0320&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('15b5f'));" data-farnell="3518755" data-newark="93AH0320" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Solar Power/Light Meter</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:182px;max-width:204px;" height="182" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/27_54AK7742-40.jpg" width="204" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-94d8e" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=4062477&nsku=54AK7742&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('94d8e'));" data-farnell="4062477" data-newark="54AK7742" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><a name="terms"></a></p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gqesirko0"><strong>Terms &amp; Conditions</strong></h3> <p><strong></strong></p><div style="clear:both;"></div> <div style="font-size: 90%;">Tags: portable, diy, solar cell, battery, inverter, solar power, mppt, charge controller, summer of green technology, renewable energy, photovoltaic</div> https://community.element14.com/technologies/power-management/w/documents/28132/wishlist---what-do-you-need-for-diy-solar-energy/revision/14Fri, 05 May 2023 15:31:49 GMT93d5dcb4-84c2-446f-b2cb-99731719e767:898878ba-60a1-4262-b011-4e7db0470df8dychenRevision 14 posted to Documents by dychen on 5/5/2023 3:31:49 PM<br /> <p>For the Summer of Green Technology, we&#39;re focusing on renewable energy, like solar and wind power. In this wishlist, we&#39;ll go over some of the components that you might need when putting together your own solar power system. Since there are so many different energy requirements, we won&#39;t get into any individual designs - this is more of a general list of parts you might need.</p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvh19qj30"><strong>Solar Wishlist Giveaway</strong></h3> <p>Answer the questions below for a chance to win a Multicomp Pro - Pro Solar Light/Solar Power Meter.</p> <ul> <li>What are some tips on integrating renewable energy into your designs?</li> <li>If you have past projects which used renewable energy, we&#39;d love to hear how you did it...and of course, we&#39;d love to see some pictures!</li> </ul> <p><strong><a href="#terms">Terms:</a></strong><br />Post your answer as a comment below between 12th May 2023 and 16th June 2023. The best answers will be chosen by the element14 community team, and you will be shipped your prize (or local equivalent) free of charge.</p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvhdfovv0"><strong>Solar Cells/Panels</strong></h3> <p>When selecting solar cells/panels, estimate your energy requirements and calculate how many you need - it might be a lot. For smaller projects, check out the following:</p> <p><em>Solar Battery Charging Panel</em></p> <p><img alt="image" style="max-height:239px;max-width:308px;" height="239" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/1_31AC4412-40.jpg" width="308" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-83898" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=2814725&nsku=31AC4412&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('83898'));" data-farnell="2814725" data-newark="31AC4412" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Solar Battery Maintainer</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:246px;max-width:325px;" height="246" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/2_6AJ0704-40.jpg" width="325" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-fc832" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3778668&nsku=56AJ0704&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('fc832'));" data-farnell="3778668" data-newark="56AJ0704" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Monocrystalline Solar Cell with Arduino-compatible Barrel Plug</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:227px;max-width:331px;" height="227" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/3_94W9301-40.jpg" width="331" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-f25b6" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=2819532&nsku=94W9301&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('f25b6'));" data-farnell="2819532" data-newark="94W9301" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>EnOcean Indoor Solar Cell</em><br />EnOcean systems are designed to use energy harvesting to provide power for sensors and other small devices.</p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:192px;max-width:372px;" height="192" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/4_3812389-40.jpg" width="372" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-b7678" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3812389&nsku=73AJ3665&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('b7678'));" data-farnell="3812389" data-newark="73AJ3665" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Solar Harvester Development Kit</em><br />This kit gives you the tools to experiment with solar energy and the Maxim MAX20361 solar harvester IC.</p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:258px;max-width:308px;" height="258" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/5_3579344-40.jpg" width="308" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-f998b" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3579344&nsku=89AH1045&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('f998b'));" data-farnell="3579344" data-newark="89AH1045" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvm6btid0"><strong>Battery</strong></h3> <p>You can use a 12V lead-acid battery for a low power system, while a high power system may require multiple deep cycle batteries with a total capacity of several kilowatt-hours.</p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:360px;max-width:640px;" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/6_13AJ3007-40.jpg" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-e24fe" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=149449&nsku=13AJ3007&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('e24fe'));" data-farnell="149449" data-newark="13AJ3007" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvm6btid1"><strong>Charge Controller</strong></h3> <p>A charge controller is necessary to regulate the flow of energy between the solar panel and the battery. It prevents overcharging and helps prolong the life of the battery. Choose a charge controller that matches the voltage of your solar panel and battery.</p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:360px;max-width:640px;" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/7_56AJ0691-40.jpg" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-c11a1" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3778667&nsku=56AJ0691&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('c11a1'));" data-farnell="3778667" data-newark="56AJ0691" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p>You can also build a charge controller; parts will vary depending on what type you want to build. 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https://community.element14.com/technologies/power-management/w/documents/28132/wishlist---what-do-you-need-for-diy-solar-energy/revision/13Fri, 05 May 2023 15:25:02 GMT93d5dcb4-84c2-446f-b2cb-99731719e767:898878ba-60a1-4262-b011-4e7db0470df8dychenRevision 13 posted to Documents by dychen on 5/5/2023 3:25:02 PM<br /> <p>For the Summer of Green Technology, we&#39;re focusing on renewable energy, like solar and wind power. In this wishlist, we&#39;ll go over some of the components that you might need when putting together your own solar power system. Since there are so many different energy requirements, we won&#39;t get into any individual designs - this is more of a general list of parts you might need.</p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvh19qj30"><strong>Solar Wishlist Giveaway</strong></h3> <p>Answer the questions below for a chance to win a Multicomp Pro - Pro Solar Light/Solar Power Meter.</p> <ul> <li>What are some tips on integrating renewable energy into your designs?</li> <li>If you have past projects which used renewable energy, we&#39;d love to hear how you did it...and of course, we&#39;d love to see some pictures!</li> </ul> <p><strong><a href="#terms">Terms:</a></strong><br />Post your answer as a comment below between 15th May 2023 and 15th June 2023. The best answers will be chosen by the element14 community team, and you will be shipped your prize (or local equivalent) free of charge.</p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvhdfovv0"><strong>Solar Cells/Panels</strong></h3> <p>When selecting solar cells/panels, estimate your energy requirements and calculate how many you need - it might be a lot. For smaller projects, check out the following:</p> <p><em>Solar Battery Charging Panel</em></p> <p><img alt="image" style="max-height:239px;max-width:308px;" height="239" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/1_31AC4412-40.jpg" width="308" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-ca265" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=2814725&nsku=31AC4412&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('ca265'));" data-farnell="2814725" data-newark="31AC4412" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Solar Battery Maintainer</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:246px;max-width:325px;" height="246" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/2_6AJ0704-40.jpg" width="325" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-2db73" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3778668&nsku=56AJ0704&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('2db73'));" data-farnell="3778668" data-newark="56AJ0704" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Monocrystalline Solar Cell with Arduino-compatible Barrel Plug</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:227px;max-width:331px;" height="227" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/3_94W9301-40.jpg" width="331" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-3b645" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=2819532&nsku=94W9301&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('3b645'));" data-farnell="2819532" data-newark="94W9301" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>EnOcean Indoor Solar Cell</em><br />EnOcean systems are designed to use energy harvesting to provide power for sensors and other small devices.</p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:192px;max-width:372px;" height="192" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/4_3812389-40.jpg" width="372" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-95129" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3812389&nsku=73AJ3665&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('95129'));" data-farnell="3812389" data-newark="73AJ3665" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Solar Harvester Development Kit</em><br />This kit gives you the tools to experiment with solar energy and the Maxim MAX20361 solar harvester IC.</p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:258px;max-width:308px;" height="258" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/5_3579344-40.jpg" width="308" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-55474" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3579344&nsku=89AH1045&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('55474'));" data-farnell="3579344" data-newark="89AH1045" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvm6btid0"><strong>Battery</strong></h3> <p>You can use a 12V lead-acid battery for a low power system, while a high power system may require multiple deep cycle batteries with a total capacity of several kilowatt-hours.</p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:360px;max-width:640px;" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/6_13AJ3007-40.jpg" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-6a077" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=149449&nsku=13AJ3007&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('6a077'));" data-farnell="149449" data-newark="13AJ3007" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" 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It prevents overcharging and helps prolong the life of the battery. Choose a charge controller that matches the voltage of your solar panel and battery.</p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:360px;max-width:640px;" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/7_56AJ0691-40.jpg" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-bb52e" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3778667&nsku=56AJ0691&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('bb52e'));" data-farnell="3778667" data-newark="56AJ0691" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p>You can also build a charge controller; parts will vary depending on what type you want to build. Here&#39;s an example that uses an Arduino:&nbsp;<a href="https://microcontrolere.wordpress.com/2016/12/16/mppt-solar-charger" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">MPPT Charge Controller</a>&nbsp;</p> <p>Here are some of the parts you&#39;ll need:</p> <p><em>Arduino UNO</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:244px;max-width:325px;" height="244" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/8_5113088.jpg" width="325" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-a8ede" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=2285200&nsku=63W3545&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('a8ede'));" data-farnell="2285200" data-newark="63W3545" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="SC13001" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Arduino Nano</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:243px;max-width:282px;" height="243" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/9_5084379.jpg" width="282" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-59874" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=2285194&nsku=63W3544&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('59874'));" data-farnell="2285194" data-newark="63W3544" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Dual MOSFET, Half Bridge</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:216px;max-width:197px;" height="216" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/10_63J7843-40.jpg" width="197" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-5e45a" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=8638748&nsku=63J7843&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('5e45a'));" data-farnell="8638748" data-newark="63J7843" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Current Sense Amplifier</em><br /> The AD8418A is a surface mount device; if you&#39;re not used to working with SMDs, the evaluation board below might make things easier.</p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:141px;max-width:173px;" height="141" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/11_5023340.jpg" width="173" /></p> <p></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-0e57c" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=4021720&nsku=53AK9940&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('0e57c'));" data-farnell="4021720" data-newark="53AK9940" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Evaluation Board for the AD8418 Current Sense Amplifier</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:166px;max-width:249px;" height="166" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/12_49AK9737-40.jpg" width="249" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-fe208" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=4033222&nsku=49AK9737&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('fe208'));" data-farnell="4033222" data-newark="49AK9737" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>DC-DC Switching Buck, Boost, Inverting Regulator</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:203px;max-width:192px;" height="203" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/13_4243408.jpg" width="192" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-872ba" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=1077180&nsku=67H6703&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('872ba'));" data-farnell="1077180" data-newark="67H6703" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvm6btid2"><strong>Inverter</strong></h3> <p>If you plan to power AC appliances, you will need an inverter to convert the DC power from the battery to AC power that can be used by your appliances. Choose an inverter that matches the voltage and wattage of your battery and appliances.</p> <p></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:360px;max-width:640px;" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/14_4333269.jpg" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-c57ae" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=8392625&nsku=52M2280&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('c57ae'));" data-farnell="8392625" data-newark="52M2280" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p>What if you want to build your own? An Internet search should yield some designs, from simple to very advanced. This <a href="https://www.circuitbasics.com/what-are-power-inverters/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">link</a>&nbsp;shows a simple inverter circuit; it outputs more of a square wave, but that should work for most applications! Here are some of the parts you&#39;ll need.</p> <p><em>555 Timer</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:196px;max-width:194px;" height="196" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/15_GE8DIP-40.jpg" width="194" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-6e04d" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=9663762&nsku=97K1862&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('6e04d'));" data-farnell="9663762" data-newark="97K1862" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Toroidal Transformer</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:161px;max-width:239px;" height="161" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/16_4767858.jpg" width="239" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-69a39" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=9530479&nsku=38K4897&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('69a39'));" data-farnell="9530479" data-newark="38K4897" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Chassis-mount Transformer</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:195px;max-width:222px;" height="195" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/17_4613142.jpg" width="222" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-ed91c" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=1780892&nsku=79K0012&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('ed91c'));" data-farnell="1780892" data-newark="79K0012" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Power MOSFET</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:93px;max-width:226px;" height="93" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/18_63J7319-40.jpg" width="226" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-94e3f" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=8648298&nsku=63J7319&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('94e3f'));" data-farnell="8648298" data-newark="63J7319" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:168px;max-width:202px;" height="168" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/19_4817960.jpg" width="202" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-f88e0" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=8651418&nsku=63J7709&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('f88e0'));" data-farnell="8651418" data-newark="63J7709" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvm6btid3"><strong>Photovoltaic/Solar Connectors</strong></h3> <p><em>Amphenol H4 Series</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:196px;max-width:255px;" height="196" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/20_1845700-40.jpg" width="255" 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href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3289999&nsku=50AH4277&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('8f16c'));" data-farnell="3289999" data-newark="50AH4277" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvm6btid5"><strong>Tools for Test and Measurement</strong></h3> <p><em>Digital Multimeter with Bluetooth</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:360px;max-width:640px;" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/26_93AH0320-40.jpg" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-377c9" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" 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https://community.element14.com/technologies/power-management/w/documents/28132/wishlist---what-do-you-need-for-diy-solar-energy/revision/12Fri, 05 May 2023 15:19:34 GMT93d5dcb4-84c2-446f-b2cb-99731719e767:898878ba-60a1-4262-b011-4e7db0470df8dychenRevision 12 posted to Documents by dychen on 5/5/2023 3:19:34 PM<br /> <p>For the Summer of Green Technology, we&#39;re focusing on renewable energy, like solar and wind power. In this wishlist, we&#39;ll go over some of the components that you might need when putting together your own solar power system. Since there are so many different energy requirements, we won&#39;t get into any individual designs - this is more of a general list of parts you might need.</p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvh19qj30"><strong>Solar Wishlist Giveaway</strong></h3> <p>Answer the questions below for a chance to win a Multicomp Pro - Pro Solar Light/Solar Power Meter.</p> <ul> <li>What are some tips on integrating renewable energy into your designs?</li> <li>If you have past projects which used renewable energy, we&#39;d love to hear how you did it...and of course, we&#39;d love to see some pictures!</li> </ul> <p><strong><a href="#terms">Terms:</a></strong><br />Post your answer as a comment below between 15th May 2023 and 15th June 2023. The best answers will be chosen by the element14 community team, and you will be shipped your prize (or local equivalent) free of charge.</p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvhdfovv0"><strong>Solar Cells/Panels</strong></h3> <p>When selecting solar cells/panels, estimate your energy requirements and calculate how many you need - it might be a lot. 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href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3587094&nsku=08AJ4921&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('e5e7d'));" data-farnell="3587094" data-newark="08AJ4921" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>TE Connectivity&nbsp;SOLARLOK PV4-S Series</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:138px;max-width:193px;" height="138" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/23_3134665-40.jpg" width="193" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-b230d" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" 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href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3289999&nsku=50AH4277&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('e8fe0'));" data-farnell="3289999" data-newark="50AH4277" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvm6btid5"><strong>Tools for Test and Measurement</strong></h3> <p><em>Digital Multimeter with Bluetooth</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:360px;max-width:640px;" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/26_93AH0320-40.jpg" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-decb5" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" 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href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=4062477&nsku=54AK7742&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('48172'));" data-farnell="4062477" data-newark="54AK7742" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><a name="terms"></a></p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gqesirko0"><strong>Terms &amp; Conditions</strong></h3> <p><strong></strong></p><div style="clear:both;"></div> https://community.element14.com/technologies/power-management/w/documents/28132/wishlist---what-do-you-need-for-diy-solar-energy/revision/11Fri, 05 May 2023 15:18:40 GMT93d5dcb4-84c2-446f-b2cb-99731719e767:898878ba-60a1-4262-b011-4e7db0470df8dychenRevision 11 posted to Documents by dychen on 5/5/2023 3:18:40 PM<br /> <p>For the Summer of Green Technology, we&#39;re focusing on renewable energy, like solar and wind power. In this wishlist, we&#39;ll go over some of the components that you might need when putting together your own solar power system. Since there are so many different energy requirements, we won&#39;t get into any individual designs - this is more of a general list of parts you might need.</p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvh19qj30"><strong>Solar Wishlist Giveaway</strong></h3> <p>Answer the questions below for a chance to win a Multicomp Pro - Pro Solar Light Meter.</p> <ul> <li>What are some tips on integrating renewable energy into your designs?</li> <li>If you have past projects which used renewable energy, we&#39;d love to hear how you did it...and of course, we&#39;d love to see some pictures!</li> </ul> <p><strong><a href="#terms">Terms:</a></strong><br />Post your answer as a comment below between 15th May 2023 and 15th June 2023. The best answers will be chosen by the element14 community team, and you will be shipped your prize (or local equivalent) free of charge.</p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvhdfovv0"><strong>Solar Cells/Panels</strong></h3> <p>When selecting solar cells/panels, estimate your energy requirements and calculate how many you need - it might be a lot. For smaller projects, check out the following:</p> <p><em>Solar Battery Charging Panel</em></p> <p><img alt="image" style="max-height:239px;max-width:308px;" height="239" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/1_31AC4412-40.jpg" width="308" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-2db08" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=2814725&nsku=31AC4412&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('2db08'));" data-farnell="2814725" data-newark="31AC4412" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Solar Battery Maintainer</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:246px;max-width:325px;" height="246" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/2_6AJ0704-40.jpg" width="325" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-701ea" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3778668&nsku=56AJ0704&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('701ea'));" data-farnell="3778668" data-newark="56AJ0704" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Monocrystalline Solar Cell with Arduino-compatible Barrel Plug</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:227px;max-width:331px;" height="227" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/3_94W9301-40.jpg" width="331" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-0df8e" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=2819532&nsku=94W9301&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('0df8e'));" data-farnell="2819532" data-newark="94W9301" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>EnOcean Indoor Solar Cell</em><br />EnOcean systems are designed to use energy harvesting to provide power for sensors and other small devices.</p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:192px;max-width:372px;" height="192" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/4_3812389-40.jpg" width="372" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-3cb5b" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3812389&nsku=73AJ3665&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('3cb5b'));" data-farnell="3812389" data-newark="73AJ3665" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Solar Harvester Development Kit</em><br />This kit gives you the tools to experiment with solar energy and the Maxim MAX20361 solar harvester IC.</p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:258px;max-width:308px;" height="258" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/5_3579344-40.jpg" width="308" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-01381" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3579344&nsku=89AH1045&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('01381'));" data-farnell="3579344" data-newark="89AH1045" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvm6btid0"><strong>Battery</strong></h3> <p>You can use a 12V lead-acid battery for a low power system, while a high power system may require multiple deep cycle batteries with a total capacity of several kilowatt-hours.</p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:360px;max-width:640px;" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/6_13AJ3007-40.jpg" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-293ec" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=149449&nsku=13AJ3007&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('293ec'));" data-farnell="149449" data-newark="13AJ3007" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gvm6btid1"><strong>Charge Controller</strong></h3> <p>A charge controller is necessary to regulate the flow of energy between the solar panel and the battery. It prevents overcharging and helps prolong the life of the battery. Choose a charge controller that matches the voltage of your solar panel and battery.</p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:360px;max-width:640px;" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/7_56AJ0691-40.jpg" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-e7461" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=3778667&nsku=56AJ0691&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('e7461'));" data-farnell="3778667" data-newark="56AJ0691" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p>You can also build a charge controller; parts will vary depending on what type you want to build. Here&#39;s an example that uses an Arduino:&nbsp;<a href="https://microcontrolere.wordpress.com/2016/12/16/mppt-solar-charger" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">MPPT Charge Controller</a>&nbsp;</p> <p>Here are some of the parts you&#39;ll need:</p> <p><em>Arduino UNO</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:244px;max-width:325px;" height="244" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/8_5113088.jpg" width="325" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-5cce6" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=2285200&nsku=63W3545&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('5cce6'));" data-farnell="2285200" data-newark="63W3545" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="SC13001" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Arduino Nano</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:243px;max-width:282px;" height="243" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/9_5084379.jpg" width="282" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-8ed13" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=2285194&nsku=63W3544&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('8ed13'));" data-farnell="2285194" data-newark="63W3544" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Dual MOSFET, Half Bridge</em></p> <p><img loading="lazy" alt="image" style="max-height:216px;max-width:197px;" height="216" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/wishlist/solar/10_63J7843-40.jpg" width="197" /></p> <p><a id="e14-product-link-5aeb1" data-at-areainteracted="rte-content" data-at-type="click" data-at-link-type="button" href="https://referral.element14.com/OrderCodeView?fsku=8638748&nsku=63J7843&COM=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&CMP=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar&osetc=e14c-wishlist-diy-solar" data-at-label="PRODUCT_POPUP_OPEN"class="e14-embedded e14_shopping-cart-far e14-button" onclick="event.preventDefault();e14.func.displayProduct(e14.meta.user.country, this, 'embedded-link', e14.func.getProductLinkJSON('5aeb1'));" data-farnell="8638748" data-newark="63J7843" data-comoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cmpoverride="wishlist-diy-solar" data-cpc="" data-avnetemea="" data-avnetema="" data-avnetasia="" >Buy now</a> </p> <p></p> <p><em>Current Sense Amplifier</em><br /> The AD8418A is a surface mount device; 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GMT93d5dcb4-84c2-446f-b2cb-99731719e767:f09ab5f2-81d6-4046-a857-ca0f6dcb30c0pchanRevision 19 posted to Documents by pchan on 5/5/2023 3:01:29 PM<br /> <p><img alt="image" class="xs-float-left xs-mr2 xs-mb1 xs-w15" src="/e14/assets/main/2023/SoGTDCHprofile.png" /></p> <p><span>Are you an aspiring engineering or technology professional looking to develop your skills in environmentally responsible technology? 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Win great prizes using hardware from Arduino and Seeed Studio.</p> <p><a class="e14-button e14-button--primary" href="/challenges-projects/design-challenges/summer-of-green-tech-design-challenge/dc/design_challenge/64/summer_of_green_tech" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">Get Started</a></p> <hr /> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gv1dadij1" class="xbold"><a name="essentials"></a>Essentials Modules</h3> <p><span>The essentials modules about green technology are an important part of our program that offer users access to peer-reviewed technical engineering information about various applications and hardware. These modules provide a comprehensive overview of the latest developments in environmentally responsible technology and are designed to help users develop their knowledge and skills in this rapidly evolving field. Additionally, users can test their knowledge with quizzes and assessments to receive an achievement that demonstrates their understanding of the material. 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Whether you join in real-time or watch a recording on-demand, you&#39;ll have the opportunity to learn from the best and gain valuable insights into the latest developments in green technology. </span></p> <ul> <li><a href="/learn/events/c/e/1653" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">Power Efficient FPGAs and SoCs</a></li> </ul> <p><span class="xbold">Recorded Webinars</span></p> <ul> <li><a href="/learn/events/c/e/1645" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda">Smart Agriculture: Pest Monitoring with AI and Arduino</a></li> </ul> <hr /><center> <h4 class="xbold"><em>Thank you to all our collaborators/sponsors</em></h4> </center><center><a href="/products/manufacturers/xilinx/" data-icid="power-energy-sponsorSoGT"><img loading="lazy" style="display:inline-block;padding-right:20px;vertical-align:middle;" alt="sponsor logo" src="/e14/assets/main/mfg-group-assets/xilinxLogo.png" width="90px" /></a> <a href="/products/manufacturers/maxim/" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda"><img loading="lazy" style="display:inline-block;padding-right:20px;vertical-align:middle;" alt="sponsor logo" src="/e14/assets/main/mfg-group-assets/analogdevicesLogo.png" width="110px" /></a><a href="/products/manufacturers/bulgin/" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda"><img loading="lazy" style="display:inline-block;padding-right:15px;vertical-align:middle;" alt="sponsor logo" src="/e14/assets/main/mfg-group-assets/bulginLogo.png" width="100px" /></a> <a href="/products/manufacturers/eao/" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda"><img loading="lazy" style="display:inline-block;padding-right:15px;vertical-align:middle;" alt="sponsor logo" src="/e14/assets/main/mfg-group-assets/eaoLogo.png" width="100px" /></a> <a href="/products/manufacturers/eaton-electrical-products/" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda"><img loading="lazy" style="display:inline-block;padding-right:15px;vertical-align:middle;" alt="sponsor logo" src="/e14/assets/main/mfg-group-assets/eatonLogo.png" width="110px" /></a> <a href="/products/manufacturers/infineon/" data-icid="power-energy-sponsorSoGT"><img loading="lazy" style="display:inline-block;padding-right:15px;vertical-align:middle;" alt="sponsor logo" src="/e14/assets/main/mfg-group-assets/infineonLogo.png" width="100px" /></a> <a href="/products/manufacturers/microchip/" data-icid="power-energy-sponsorSoGT"><img loading="lazy" style="display:inline-block;padding-right:20px;vertical-align:middle;" alt="sponsor logo" src="/e14/assets/main/mfg-group-assets/microchipLogo.png" width="115px" /></a> <a href="/products/manufacturers/st/" data-icid="power-energy-SoGT-agenda"><img loading="lazy" style="display:inline-block;padding-right:15px;vertical-align:middle;" alt="sponsor logo" src="/e14/assets/main/mfg-group-assets/stmicroelectronicsLogo.png" width="135px" /></a></center><hr style="clear:both;margin-top:12px;" /> <h3 id="mcetoc_1gv1dadij6" class="xbold"><em>Other Green Tech Related Topics</em></h3> <p><em><span>In addition to our webinars, we also offer a range of other resources to help you expand your knowledge and stay engaged with the latest developments in green technology. 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