Q:I don't want to spend a fortune, maybe talking like over $200 but I would like to power my computer, the monitor, my tv, and a small fridge.I looked up the price on some but it does not make any sense to me because it says that it has reached the price of less than $ per watt but if I look up a 20 watt solar panel it is $560 dollars. Why would it not be $20 because they said $ a watt.Where would be the best place to buy the cheapest solar panels?

That's more like a bare laminate, and will not be durable, but will get you a legitimate $/watt. Also understand that if a manufacturer has a cost of $/watt, that means the panel will cost more by the time you buy it. It has to be shipped, stocked somewhere, and the retailer has to make a profit. $560 is high for a 20-watt panel today. Whoever is selling at that price will not sell many, or will sell only to those who aren't shopping around.

Q:I need a list of worldwide solar panel manufactures from china, US, Spain, Germany, Japan etc...Can any one direct ne to such place?I rather it will also contain comparison of parameters like efficiacy, quality etc and to be divedied by country of manufacturing.Thank you

Actually Ofir, it is much easier and less expensive than you might believe. What you need is a magazine, like, Solar Today. There is only one that I am familiar with that gets into the nuts and bolts of solar panel manufacturers, installation, and other types of renewable energy. It's called, Home Power Magazine. We have a home that has been powered by the wind and sun for the last 0 years or so, and most of our initial information came from Home Power, and afterward, from many of the sources that they have in their articles. Every few issures, they take an item connected to renewable energy, such as an inverter, wind turbine, water turbine, or solar panel, and list all the different models that are available. They are broken down by manufacturer, and include specifications like power output, range of voltages, efficiency, materials, and even where they are manufactured. If you subscribe online for one year, the cost is around $25 USD, you will have access to all the previous issues that are archived on their website. You can use their search engine to locate an article listing all the solar panels, they did one a year or so ago with all the information you are looking for. Despite what you might be hearing, solar power usage is growing at an incredible rate. In the US alone, there are over 00,000 homes and businesses operating some level of solar power right now, that's good news. As far as different countries using different requirements, most all of the manufacturers today are selling their products to most countries worldwide, they are designed to meet requirements for almost anyplace you might use them. Check the magazine out today, you might learn more than you were originally looking for. I will include their link below, and some other good sources for information. You can google any one of them to find their website. Good luck, and take care...Rudydoo

Q:Can I install my 2v solar panel straight to battery to charge the battery on my 989 ford ranger?

You would need a inverter which transfer AC to DC. then you can connect it to your battery. You also have to check is your battery able to take energy coming from inverter. This might be little but tricky. Check the energy output and battery Voltage before testing.

Q:Can solar panels be used for charging outdoor power tools?

Yes, solar panels can be used for charging outdoor power tools. Solar panels generate electricity by converting sunlight into energy, which can be used to charge batteries or power devices like outdoor power tools. This eco-friendly and cost-effective solution provides a sustainable way to charge outdoor power tools without relying on traditional electrical outlets.

Q:Can solar panels be used for powering electric gates?

Yes, solar panels can be used to power electric gates. Solar panels convert sunlight into electricity, which can be stored in batteries for later use or directly used to power electric gates. This provides a sustainable and cost-effective solution for powering gates in areas without access to grid electricity.

Q:How do solar panels affect the homeowner's insurance policy?

Solar panels can affect a homeowner's insurance policy by potentially increasing the coverage limits and premiums. Since solar panels are considered an additional asset and may increase the replacement cost of the home, insurance companies may require homeowners to adjust their coverage accordingly. Additionally, the liability coverage may need to be increased to protect against any potential damages or injuries related to the solar panel system. It's advisable for homeowners to contact their insurance provider to discuss the specific impact on their policy.

Q:I am writing a lab for school and I need to know who invented solar panels? Any help would be great.

Google would like to be your friend - Try - who invented solar panels and see what turns up.

Q:Can solar panels be installed on billboards?

Yes, solar panels can be installed on billboards. In fact, it is becoming increasingly common to see billboards equipped with solar panels to harness solar energy and power their lighting systems. This not only reduces the environmental impact of billboard advertising but also helps in promoting renewable energy usage.

Q:Hi. I need to build a solar panel for a project. it should be able to light a 60 watt light bulb. also, it should be about 3x3 ft if it is 50% efficient. if anyone knows any websites or can help me, please answer! thanks.

Making your own photovoltaic (solar electric) panel is a nontrivial matter if you want to get 60 watts out of it. If this is a science fair project, there are some possible paths that I'd suggest: ) Make your own cupric oxide panel. With just one square foot, you can harvest perhaps 0.5 mW in bright sun - enough to power a solar calculator; -or- 2) Buy a panel to light your 60 watt bulb. You could probably get away with a panel that is 6 square feet, but would use a car headlight as the lamp. If you wanted to light a regular household bulb, you would need electronics to step up the voltage, and you would lose a sizeable fraction of the energy just in the conversion. -or- 3) Buy broken solar cell pieces, or individual solar cells, and solder them together into your own panel. This is a LOT of trouble, and is a finicky process to get working and keep working. And it may not end up being cheaper than buying a ready-made panel. But you can claim that you made it! By the way, crystalline silicon panels are in the ballpark of 5% efficient, and a 3' x 3' one would produce in the neighborhood of 20 watts.

Q:I'm writing a lab and I have to put information about solar panels in it. The history, who started them, why they are useful etc. any good sites that can help me?

Good question, but I don't think big oil likes solar panels.