This is an educational presentation I gave on setting up a solar system for use with amateur radio. It goes into the components necessary and talks on how to select the right pieces for your solar project.
Resources:
Sol Buck Boost Charge Controllers: http://www.diysolarforyou.com
Victron Energy: http://www.victronenergy.com
DIY Solar with Will Prowse: http://www.youtube.com/c/WillProwse
Hobotech Mobile Off Grid Tech: http://www.youtube.com/c/HOBOTECH
KB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:
http://www.jpole-antenna.com
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Timestamp:
00:00 Introduction
01:10 Essential components for solar power
02:54 Solar Panels
04:31 Charge Controllers
08:35 PWM vs MPPT Charge Controller
13:52 Storage Batteries
21:11 Power Monitor
22:56 Putting it together: Solar powered camping trailer
29:46 Resources
30:57 Conclusion
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