Energy Saving Gadgets » Solar Products http://energysavinggadgets.net Green Products That Save Energy Tue, 06 Dec 2011 20:31:24 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 Make Your Own Solar Panels with Earth4Energy http://energysavinggadgets.net/make-your-own-solar-panels-with-earth4energy/ http://energysavinggadgets.net/make-your-own-solar-panels-with-earth4energy/#comments Sun, 25 Sep 2011 01:45:42 +0000 Rob http://energysavinggadgets.net/?p=4342

build your own solar panelsWhile we love energy saving gadgets here, one of the absolute best ways to slash your electric bills is renewable energy. With solar panels, you can reduce energy costs by up to 75%. The problem is that having solar panels installed can cost $20,000 or more. Earth4Energy has an answer with its step-by-step guide to building your own solar panels.

By building your own panels, you can harness the power of the sun for just a fraction of the cost of hiring a company. At a cost of $20,000, it would take you decades to recoup your investment. With Earth4Energy, you can build your own renewable energy for just a few hundred dollars.

Earth4Energy Modules

The Earth4Energy product comes in 6 separate parts.

Part 1: Introduction To Solar Energy

In this section you'll learn the basics of solar energy, including how solar energy is generated. You'll also learn about each component needed in a complete solar energy installation. This information is necessary to build your own solar panel.

Part 2: Building Your Solar Panel

Part 2 is where you'll learn how to make a solar panel steb-by-step. In this section you will learn how to build the panel casing and wire all of the cells together. You will get:

  • Detailed plans complete with color diagrams and pictures.
  • Easy to follow instructions that will answer all your questions.
  • Build your solar panel for less than $100

Part 3: Solar Help Package

This package consists of 4 extra resources that will help you build your solar panels:

  • The Solar Calculator: Earth4Energy has developed a solar calculator that will show you how many panels you need to power your home. The calculator will also tell you what size battery bank you will need to go completely off-grid.
  • How To Install And Mount Solar Panels: This fully illustrated guide will show you how to install the solar panels on your roof.
  • Solar Tax Credits And Rebates: These forms will help you get any available energy tax credits or rebates.
  • Electrical Wiring Plans: To safely wire up your solar panels you are going to need to know a few things first, that's why this guide is so important.

Part 4: Earth4Energy Video Series

This video series will walk you through creating a solar panel. The videos are in step-by-step format and include captions to help you along the way.

Part 5: Make A Wind Turbine!

Wind power is a great backup for when you have long periods of cloudy days. So it makes sense to build a wind turbine too!

A few cheap items from your hardware store and a couple of hours can give you free green energy from your very own windmill.

  • Learn how wind energy is produced.
  • Find out what you need to build your own professional wind turbine.
  • Get wind maps for your area! This will help you figure out how much power you can expect from your wind turbine in your area.

Part 6 - Bonus: Info Video Series

These super high quality videos use screen captures and animations to explain everything you need to know about solar power. You won't find anything like this anywhere else.

To learn more about Earth4Energy, Click Here!

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]]> http://energysavinggadgets.net/make-your-own-solar-panels-with-earth4energy/feed/ 0 Coleman 72002 CL-600 9-Watt 17 – 24 Volt Solar Panel Battery Charger / Maintainer Review http://energysavinggadgets.net/coleman-72002-cl-600-9-watt-17-24-volt-solar-panel-battery-charger-maintainer-review/ http://energysavinggadgets.net/coleman-72002-cl-600-9-watt-17-24-volt-solar-panel-battery-charger-maintainer-review/#comments Fri, 21 May 2010 01:39:01 +0000 Michal http://energysavinggadgets.net/?p=4023

The Coleman 72002 CL-600 9-Watt 17 - 24 Volt Solar Panel Battery Charger / Maintainer is a charger designed to maintain your vehicle’s 12-volt starting battery. This charger is for your 12V RV, boat or truck batteries so you can run small appliances like fluorescent lights, coolers, small TV's, or laptops. The great thing is that it is solar powered which means it provides a charge when it is exposed to direct sunlight.

The charger is equipped with an LED bright blue indicator so you know when your battery is charging. It is simple to use and it comes with a mounting kit so you can position it easily. This charger has a plug-in- play which makes it compatible for quick connections, a cigarette lighter adapter and a battery clamp which are all included. The charger comes with a 2-year warranty. Using solar power to charge your electronics is free and green!

Coleman 72002 CL-600 9-Watt 17 - 24 Volt Solar Panel Battery Charger / Maintainer Coleman 72002 CL-600 9-Watt 17 - 24 Volt Solar Panel Battery Charger / Maintainer

List Price: $69.99
 

Features

  • Solar-powered charger engineered to maintain your vehicle's 12-volt starting battery
  • Extends battery life using the sun's power
  • Patented LED bright blue indicator to know when your battery is charging
  • Connects quickly and mounts easily
  • 2-year limited warranty
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]]> http://energysavinggadgets.net/coleman-72002-cl-600-9-watt-17-24-volt-solar-panel-battery-charger-maintainer-review/feed/ 0 Solio Magnesium Edition Universal Solar Hybrid Charger Review http://energysavinggadgets.net/solio-magnesium-edition-universal-solar-hybrid-charger-review/ http://energysavinggadgets.net/solio-magnesium-edition-universal-solar-hybrid-charger-review/#comments Wed, 19 May 2010 12:00:26 +0000 Michal http://energysavinggadgets.net/?p=4019

The Solio Magnesium Edition Universal Solar Hybrid Charger allows you to store energy from the sun or a standard wall outlet so you can re-juice your electronics when needed. This is great for those that can't be without their favorite electronic or for those that travel. It is powerful enough to handle all hand held electronic devices. The Solio can hold a charge for up to a year and can power gadgets at the same rate a wall outlet can.

You won't need to carry mulitple chargers for all your devices because the Solio is compatible with cell phones, iPods, iPhones, digital cameras, game players, and GPS. Using a portable power device like a solar charger is a great way to be green and charge your electronics for free!

Solio Magnesium Edition Universal Solar Hybrid Charger Solio Magnesium Edition Universal Solar Hybrid Charger

List Price: $169.95
 

Features

  • Collect and store power from the Sun or from wall outlets for charging your electronic devices any time day and night
  • Compatible with the Universal iGo tip system for use with hundreds of different portable electronics
  • High-capacity internal battery stores energy for up to a year
  • Durable and weather-resistant to meet the demands of the serious adventurer
  • One hour of Sun can provide 20 minutes of talk time or 50 minutes of MP3 music
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]]> http://energysavinggadgets.net/solio-magnesium-edition-universal-solar-hybrid-charger-review/feed/ 0 Solar Back-Up Rechargeable POWER Boost Review http://energysavinggadgets.net/solar-back-up-rechargeable-power-boost-review/ http://energysavinggadgets.net/solar-back-up-rechargeable-power-boost-review/#comments Tue, 18 May 2010 12:00:08 +0000 Michal http://energysavinggadgets.net/?p=4016

The Back-Up Rechargeable POWER Boost is ideal for those that can't be without their electronics. This is a backup charger for those times you find your favorite electronic out of juice. It works for iPods, iPhones 3G, ALL BlackBerry's, Kindle 2 & Kindle DX and computers. The great thing about this charger is that it gets energy from the sun. The Solar Panels charge and maintain 1400 mAh of power. This means that 60 minute charge provides up to 180 minutes of talk time or 72 hours of standby time.

In addition to using the sun's power, this Power Boost can refuel with AC and USB adapters too. When you buy this device you also get the plugs to charge your mobile Phone, PDA, MP3, MP4, Ipod, Iphone, Kindle, portable GPS and other USB enabled devices. This device is ideal for those on the go who can't be without their electronics. Solar chargers are a great way to be green and give your electronics a boost for free!

ReVIVE Series Back-Up Rechargeable POWER Boost for ALL BlackBerry's, Kindle 2 & Kindle DX - Refuel 3 Ways AC, USB and SOLAR ReVIVE Series Back-Up Rechargeable POWER Boost for ALL BlackBerry's, Kindle 2 & Kindle DX - Refuel 3 Ways AC, USB and SOLAR

List Price: $55.99
 

Features

  • Refuels your iPod, iPhone 3G / 3Gs, ALL BlackBerry's, and Amazon Kindle
  • Features Built-in 1400mAh High-capacity Power Cell. Rechargeable up to 1,000 times.
  • The Solar POWER BOOST can be charged 3 WAYS - Using direct sunlight
  • GREAT FOR THE OUTDOORS - Charge it in the SUN AT: the beach
  • 3 YEAR WARRANTY - Guaranteed Quality by ACCESSORY POWER
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]]> http://energysavinggadgets.net/solar-back-up-rechargeable-power-boost-review/feed/ 0 Lenmar PPUS20 PowerPort Solar Charger & External Portable Lithium Ion Battery Review http://energysavinggadgets.net/lenmar-ppus20-powerport-solar-charger-external-portable-lithium-ion-battery-review/ http://energysavinggadgets.net/lenmar-ppus20-powerport-solar-charger-external-portable-lithium-ion-battery-review/#comments Mon, 17 May 2010 12:00:11 +0000 Michal http://energysavinggadgets.net/?p=4013

The Lenmar PPUS20 PowerPort Solar Charger & External Portable Lithium Ion Battery was designed for the purpose of making your life easier. It works by taking the light from the sun and channel it through a conductive metal strip which creates an electric current. What this means for you is that you can charge your electronics anytime. This charger can work for Cell Phone, iPhone, Blackberry's and MP3 players.

The portable Lithium-ion battery can be recharged from any USB port or directly from the Sun. It can be charged about 500 times. When you purchase this item included is the adaptor tip system for iPhone, iPods, BlackBerry, Motorola RAZR, LG, Samsung. Keep in mind performance times may vary slightly depending on type of device and intensity of sunlight. Using solar power to charge your electronics is free and green!

Lenmar PPUS20 PowerPort Solar Charger & Battery for Cell Phone/MP3/PDA/Gaming Devices, Charging Cable/Device Tip Adapters Lenmar PPUS20 PowerPort Solar Charger & Battery for Cell Phone/MP3/PDA/Gaming Devices, Charging Cable/Device Tip Adapters

Sale Price: $82.71
 

Features

  • Hybrid Charger - Charge anywhere on Earth
  • Internal rechargeable battery stores power for up to one year
  • Capacity: 2200mAh; Charge input: 5VDC, 1000mAh; Charge Time: Approx. 4-6 Hours max; Output: 5.5VDC, 400-800mA max (7.8Wh)
  • Portable Charger & Battery can be charged up to 500 times
  • Performance times may vary slightly depending on type of device and intensity of sunlight
  • 2200mAh Capacity and 5VDC Charge input
  • Charge Time of 4-6 Hours (max)
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]]> http://energysavinggadgets.net/lenmar-ppus20-powerport-solar-charger-external-portable-lithium-ion-battery-review/feed/ 1 Tricod Stainless Steel Hexagon 3 LED Solar Light Review http://energysavinggadgets.net/tricod-stainless-steel-hexagon-3-led-solar-light-review/ http://energysavinggadgets.net/tricod-stainless-steel-hexagon-3-led-solar-light-review/#comments Wed, 12 May 2010 12:00:19 +0000 Michal http://energysavinggadgets.net/?p=3970

The Tricod Stainless Steel Hexagon 3 LED Solar Light are powered by the sun and they offer a nice decorative style. Thanks to solar power these lights will not cost you a dime to operate. There is an LED bulb that offers a bright glow and they come with a rechargeable Ni-Cd AA battery. There is no tricky wiring needed as these lights are ready to install right out of the box.

The lights give up to 10 hours of light when it is dark and the LED bulbs can last up to 100,000 hours. The rechargeable battery that is included should last for about two years. The stainless steel design is corrosion resistant which means they can last through all types of weather conditions. The diameter of the lights is 7-inch by 21-inch. Using solar power lighting like this is ideal for any outdoor area like gardens, pathways, and even swimming pools. It is also ideal for your wallet since it costs nothing to operate these lights. This is a great eco-friendly solution to your outdoor lighting needs.

Tricod Stainless Steel Hexagon 3 LED Solar Light, Pack of 2 Tricod Stainless Steel Hexagon 3 LED Solar Light, Pack of 2

List Price: $39.99
 

Features

  • Solar powered
  • No Wiring
  • Fast and easy to install
  • Energy saving
  • Recharged by solar panels under sunlight
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]]> http://energysavinggadgets.net/tricod-stainless-steel-hexagon-3-led-solar-light-review/feed/ 0 Moonrays 91225 Verona Style Solar Powered Plastic Path Light Review http://energysavinggadgets.net/moonrays-91225-verona-style-solar-powered-plastic-path-light-review/ http://energysavinggadgets.net/moonrays-91225-verona-style-solar-powered-plastic-path-light-review/#comments Tue, 11 May 2010 12:00:57 +0000 Michal http://energysavinggadgets.net/?p=3947

The Moonrays 91225 Verona Style Solar Powered Plastic Path Light are solar powered plastic outdoor lights. They are black in color and come in a pack of ten. These lights work well to illuminate any outdoor area such as walkways, sidewalks, garden paths, or even swimming pools. The light fixtures have a soft white glow which is provided by the LED bulb. The plastic structured lighting is durable and will hold up against all weather conditions. The lights are battery powered with a rechargeable NiCd battery which is included.

The lights are approximately 10-1/2-inch in height above ground. Using solar powered lights is the most cost effective way to meet your lighting needs. Using less energy will help you reduce your bills and it will help reduce our overall reliance on fossil fuels. This is an inexpensive outdoor lighting solution that is not going to cost you anything to operate.

Moonrays 91225 Verona Style Solar Powered Plastic Path Light, Black, 10 Pack Moonrays 91225 Verona Style Solar Powered Plastic Path Light, Black, 10 Pack

List Price: $42.00
 

Features

  • Durable plastic construction
  • Rechargeable AA NiCd battery (Included)
  • 10-Lamps per package
  • White LEDs
  • 10-1/2-inch above ground height
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]]> http://energysavinggadgets.net/moonrays-91225-verona-style-solar-powered-plastic-path-light-review/feed/ 0 Solar Power, Outdoor Solar Landscape Path Lights, Stainless Steel Pack of 12 Review http://energysavinggadgets.net/solar-power-outdoor-solar-landscape-path-lights-stainless-steel-pack-of-12-review/ http://energysavinggadgets.net/solar-power-outdoor-solar-landscape-path-lights-stainless-steel-pack-of-12-review/#comments Mon, 10 May 2010 12:00:12 +0000 Michal http://energysavinggadgets.net/?p=3950

The Solar Power, Outdoor Solar Landscape Path Lights are a stainless steel lighting system. They come in a pack of twelve and are ready to install right out of the package. Each light has a LED bulb and a rechargeable Ni-Cad battery. The lights have a subtle soft illumination and are ideal for flower beds, accent plants and walkways. The great feature of the lights is that there is no tricky installation and it does not cost anything to operate. The lights are water resistant and the stainless steel design keeps them from rusting.

Each light is about 4.5 inches in diameter and 14.5 inches in height. The rechargeable batteries are included and there are no tools necessary for installation. Using solar lighting is the most cost effective way to meet your lighting needs. Using solar lighting is good for our environement because it reduces our reliance on fossil fuels and the electrical grid. Best of all using solar outdoor lighting will save you money by reducing your energy consumption.

Solar Power, Outdoor Solar Landscape Path Lights, Stainless Steel Pack of 12: Solar Power, Outdoor Solar Landscape Path Lights, Stainless Steel Pack of 12:

Sale Price: $49.96
 

Features

  • Pack of 12 solar path landscape lights
  • Each solar garden light is made of stainless steel
  • Each solar outdoor light has1 LED soft bulb
  • Rechargeable NiMH Battery included with each solar light
  • Water Resistant, Corrosion Resistant and CE Certified
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]]> http://energysavinggadgets.net/solar-power-outdoor-solar-landscape-path-lights-stainless-steel-pack-of-12-review/feed/ 0 Sunforce 50044 60-Watt Solar Charging Kit http://energysavinggadgets.net/sunforce-50044-60-watt-solar-charging-kit/ http://energysavinggadgets.net/sunforce-50044-60-watt-solar-charging-kit/#comments Thu, 07 Jan 2010 13:01:39 +0000 Rob http://energysavinggadgets.net/?p=2790

The Sunforce 50044 provides 60-Watts of clean, free, renewable power. Designed for RVs, cabins, homes, boats, back-up and remote power use, the durable, weatherproof solar panels can withstand impacts from hailstones traveling 50 miles-per-hour, according to the manufacturer. This kit includes four 15-Watt solar panels with durable mounting frames, a 200-Watt power inverter, a 7-Amp solar charge controller, and a wiring kit with accessories for easy installation. The 50044 comes with a built-in, ultra-bright blue LED charging indicator.

Here are more details:

Sunforce 50048 60-Watt Solar Charging Kit Sunforce 50048 60-Watt Solar Charging Kit

List Price: $599.99
Sale Price: $279.95
You save: $320.04 (53%)
 

Features

  • Amorphous solar charging kit provides up to 60 watts of clean, free, renewable power
  • Designed for RVs, cabins, homes, boats, back-up and remote power use
  • Weatherproof, durable solar panels can withstand impacts from hailstones travelling 50 miles-per-hour
  • Built-in blocking diode helps protect against battery discharge at night
  • Complete kit includes four 15W amorphous solar panels, a PVC mounting frame, a 7-amp charge controller, 200-watt inverter, and wiring/connection cables

Sunforce solar kits are also available from eBay:

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The American Red Cross FR150 is a solar-powered AM/FM/Weatherband portable radio and flashlight. This is a great device to carry in your car, boat, or to have at home for emergencies. And one of the great features of the FR150 is that you can charge a cell phone with it. It is both solar powered and, with the hand crank, self-powered. The Red Cross FR150 will never run out of power.

In addition to a great emergency device, the FR150 is also perfect for camping and hiking.

Here are the details:

American Red Cross FR150 Microlink Solar-Powered, Self-Powered AM/FM/Weatherband Portable Radio with Flashlight and Cell Phone Charger (Red) American Red Cross FR150 Microlink Solar-Powered, Self-Powered AM/FM/Weatherband Portable Radio with Flashlight and Cell Phone Charger (Red)

List Price: $40.00
Sale Price: $20.95
You save: $19.05 (48%)
 

Features

  • AM (520-1710 KHz), FM (87-108MHz), NOAA weather on all 7 channels. Built-in hand crank power generator recharges the internal rechargeable
  • From solar power, the built-in rechargeable Ni-MH battery that takes charge from the dynamo crank and from an AC adapter (not included).
  • Built-in cell phone charger, Earphone jack 3.5 mm socket, Cell phone charger output jack.
  • Power source: solar power; built-in rechargeable Ni-MH battery pack
  • Weight: 7.5 oz. and 200 g. Accessories: owner's manual, warranty card, preparedness guide, card for cell phone tip.

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