How Do You Build A Solar Powered Generator?
Don’t get caught in the dark again. With parts purchased from hardware, electronics and marine or recreational vehicle stores you can build your own solar powered generator. Just follow these steps. Visit your local marine or recreational vehicle store and purchase a solar panel rated at 12 volts or higher. Solar panels can also be purchased over the Internet and may offer better deals and free shipping! Get any size deep cycle 12-volt lead-acid or gel battery. Deep cycle batteries are recommended for their durability. Purchase a battery box for your battery to cover up any exposed terminals, especially if children are nearby. Go to an electronics store and pick up a 12-volt direct current “DC” meter. Buy a DC input. The triple input model, found in the cigarette lighter section of an auto parts store, produces adequate power for most DC appliances. Another option is connecting a cable to an answering machine or other portable electrical DC appliance. The cable will run directly off th