Q:want to add solar panels to manufactured home, and we get a lot of snow up here in the NW. Wondering if it would interfer with the roof load.

A single hexagonal solar panel weighs around 0 to 2 pounds (see link). A conventional silicon solar panel might weigh 40 pounds.

Q:i have a 2v 2a solar panel that i want to use to charge a 2v battery .Have found out that i need a charge controller so i don't over charge the battery.I have found a cheep one its 2v but 7a will it still work ?All-so im planing on running a 2v water pump off the battery with a timer,its for watering my garden.Will the timer have to be 2v as well ?any help on this would be greatly appreciated thanks .

The charger will accept whatever current is necessary from the solar panel up to 7A. It's not like the solar panel will force 2amps into the charger/battery -- the charger will control the current going to the battery. I question whether or not the 2V panel will actually charge the battery, though, because in order to charge a standard lead-acid 2V battery you need to have about 4.5 volts applied to the terminals. Perhaps the charger has a boost circuit -- I don't know without looking at it or knowing the brand/model number, etc. The timer must be 2VDC, but, if you only have a timer that is rated for 20VAC, you can buy a small inverter that will take 2V and supply the necessary 20VAC. An inverter rated for 20 to 50 Watts should be sufficient. These usually cost under US$25. .

Q:Can solar panels be used for powering a research facility or laboratory?

Yes, solar panels can be used to power a research facility or laboratory. Solar energy is a renewable and sustainable source of power that can provide electricity to such facilities. By installing solar panels, the research facility can reduce its dependence on traditional energy sources, lower its carbon footprint, and potentially save on energy costs in the long run.

Q:I have a solar panel, charge regulator, inverter....is that all I need to tie it into my grid? Do I just plug the solar panel into the charge regulator into the inverter into any 0v outlet? I feel like im missing something....

No don't do that unless you want a fire or worse electricution . DO NOT PLUG INTO THE WALL . st solar panel 2nd regulator 3rd 2 volt battery 4th inverter . The inverter should have 0 volt terminals that look like the plug on the wall . You would plug your TV or light into that the inverter . You would need an electrition to hook into your home electrical system . They will hook up a device made to tie into the grid or your meter that will make it run backwards but it takes alot of solar panels too do that . Please do not plug into wall .

Q:Can solar panels be installed on shopping malls or retail centers?

Yes, solar panels can be installed on shopping malls or retail centers. In fact, many commercial buildings are increasingly adopting solar energy systems to reduce their carbon footprint and save on electricity costs. Installing solar panels on shopping malls or retail centers can provide a sustainable and renewable energy source, contributing to their overall green initiatives.

Q:Can solar panels be used for powering an electric fence?

Yes, solar panels can be used to power an electric fence. Solar panels convert sunlight into electricity, which can be stored in batteries or used directly to power various devices, including electric fences. This off-grid solution is eco-friendly and cost-effective in areas without access to electricity.

Q:hey, Im going into my senior year at high school and after that will be moving to Pennsylvania where my family has a house on ten acres and I will be going to college there and living all year around. My father wants to build a huge barn for our cars and other stuff like tools, I mentioned too him what about solar panels on the roof to power maybe the house and barn. Would this be a good Idea? Where would be the best place to look into getting solar panels be? Thanks for anyones help!

This is a site that can help you estimate the size and number of panels that will power what you intend to provide for. There are plenty of sites selling the panels, so compare prices. Also, check whether your state is offering the rebate like the state of CA is and what the restrictions, terms and conditions are. Even with the rebates they are very costly, so be certain to calculate the pay off period for your application to see whether it is a cost efficient option for your energy usage.

Q:Do solar panels produce noise?

No, solar panels do not produce noise as they generate electricity from sunlight without any moving parts.

Q:Can solar panels be installed on a south-facing wall?

Yes, solar panels can be installed on a south-facing wall. In fact, a south-facing wall is often the most ideal location for solar panel installation as it receives the most direct sunlight throughout the day, maximizing energy production.

Q:Installing solar panels requires a big initial investment. Before I make this investment I want to check to see if the money I will save by installing solar panels will actually pay for this investment, in the long run. To calculate my savings, we should consider the area (square feet) I currently have available to install solar panels. Look at the available sunlight and its intensity in my state each month of the year. Based on this data estimate how much energy my solar panel will generate. Then compare that with how much energy (kWh) I currently consume based on my electricity bill.

Only by doing the calculations (figuring out how much you electricity bill is per month now and calculate how much time it will take to get to the figure of your solar panels. Don't forget to add a couple of percentage points per year higher(since when has electrical costs gone down)? and do the addition. That is when you will pay off the solar panels, as their power is free.