Portable solar panels have become a game-changer for outdoor enthusiasts, RV users, and anyone relying on renewable energy while off-grid. However, to truly maximize their efficiency and get the most out of your investment, it’s essential to understand the tips and tricks for optimal performance. Whether you’re charging a power station during a camping trip […]
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Another Summer – another heat fest in Central Texas. Endless triple digit days… One would think that Solar Power Production would be through the roof to meet the electricity demands from all the air conditioners running overtime. However, this is not the case. Natural Gas powered electricity generation actually ramps up to satisfy most of
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There has been a common recurring theme with Jackery Explorer 1000 – why is solar charging limited to 126W (Jackery FAQ) ? One would expect connecting two SolarSaga 100W panels would provide more power than 126W… 100W + 100W ?= 126W Please see the video below for details. A SolarSaga 100W has 32 Monocrystalline
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A quick introduction to the terms commonly used in the Solar Efficiency discussions and a rule of thumb for quick efficiency calculations. Solar Cell, Panel and PV System? A solar cell, is a discrete unit, that produces electricity via the photovoltaic effect. As described in previous blog, there are many approaches to creating a solar
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We will discuss Solar Panel Power Generation Efficiency and the role Solar Trackers can play in improving it. The trackers discussed here are purpose built for Portable Solar Panels. But the underlying science holds true for all Solar Panels. For purposes of this blog, Solar Panel are constructed from flexible Monocrystalline Solar Cells (e.g. Maxeon)
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It’s a well known fact in the camping world – when it gets windy, anything not nailed down will eventually float away. Over the years, staking instruments have evolved. From sharpened wooden pegs to new age titanium alloy stakes. However, the basic principle of anchoring an object with a ground attachment instrument has remained the
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