<![CDATA[Solar Electric Power Discussion Forum by Northern Arizona Wind & Sun - Blogs]]> http://www.wind-sun.com/ForumVB/blog.php Solar Power Discussion Forum - Electricity from the sun en Thu, 23 May 2013 06:51:31 GMT vBulletin 90 http://www.wind-sun.com/ForumVB/images/misc/rss.jpg <![CDATA[Solar Electric Power Discussion Forum by Northern Arizona Wind & Sun - Blogs]]> http://www.wind-sun.com/ForumVB/blog.php <![CDATA[New Article on How to Use MC4 Cable Connectors & Cables]]> http://www.wind-sun.com/ForumVB/entry.php?32-New-Article-on-How-to-Use-MC4-Cable-Connectors-amp-Cables Fri, 01 Feb 2013 18:23:23 GMT We have posted a new article on how to use the MC4 cables and connectors for wiring up solar panels on our webstore that should answer most of the... We have posted a new article on how to use the MC4 cables and connectors for wiring up solar panels on our webstore that should answer most of the basic questions about solar panel wiring. http://www.solar-electric.com/howtousemc4c.html ]]> Windsun http://www.wind-sun.com/ForumVB/entry.php?32-New-Article-on-How-to-Use-MC4-Cable-Connectors-amp-Cables Free Magnum ME-RC50 Remote Control With Purchase of Magnum Inverter http://www.wind-sun.com/ForumVB/entry.php?14-Free-Magnum-ME-RC50-Remote-Control-With-Purchase-of-Magnum-Inverter Fri, 17 Feb 2012 19:35:01 GMT *For a limited time we are offering a FREE Magnum ME-RC50 remote control with the purchase of any Magnum inverter. This is in addition to our free... For a limited time we are offering a FREE Magnum ME-RC50 remote control with the purchase of any Magnum inverter. This is in addition to our free shipping on all Magnum inverters. Go to our Magnum Inverter Store Page

The ME-RC50 remote control provides convenient finger-tip operation, including the new one-knob programming. The ME-RC50 also has the option of controlling the ME-AGS-N (Automatic Generator Start - Network Version) and the ME-BMK Battery Monitor Kit (requires revision 2.0 or higher remote) using a network connection to the inverter.

This remote can be used with the ME, MS, MS-AE, MS-PAE, MS-E, RD and RD-E Series inverters to monitor inverter and charger status and to customize the inverter or charger programming parameters. The MM and MMS Series inverter/chargers can also use this remote, however all the adjustable parameters available in the ME-RC may not be available in the MM and MMS models.
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]]> Windsun http://www.wind-sun.com/ForumVB/entry.php?14-Free-Magnum-ME-RC50-Remote-Control-With-Purchase-of-Magnum-Inverter Solar Charged Remote Control Electric Lawn Mower http://www.wind-sun.com/ForumVB/entry.php?5-Solar-Charged-Remote-Control-Electric-Lawn-Mower Sat, 24 Dec 2011 11:59:32 GMT http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xYoxCsltIqc My name is Robert Steve Smith, and I have developed a Solar Charged Remote Control Electric Lawn Mower...

My name is Robert Steve Smith, and I have developed a Solar Charged Remote Control Electric Lawn Mower (SCRCELM). This project started out as a personal project, but soon turned into my college senior project. My primary reason for building the remote control (RC) device was to make cutting the yard much more enjoyable and effortless while also incorporating other technologies such as solar energy into the project. My ultimate goal was to create a device that did not rely on gasoline, was simple to operate, could be used as a backup energy source, and to share with others how I built the device.

The full how-to video series, list of parts needed, and other important details can be found at my website here: RC-LawnMower.com

SCRCELM Schematic

Video Series Information

The how-to video series is setup very similar to my previous large project which was showing others how to build a 63W solar panel and solar powered system. There are a total of 14 videos, including the intro video, where I explain in great detail how I created the SCRCELM. If you have any questions, please visit my FAQ page first, and if your question is not listed there, visit my contact page at: Robert-Smith.net. I put a lot of time and effort into producing these videos, so if you find them interesting or helpful, please rate, subscribe, or leave a comment.

More Information About the Project

The amount of time it took to complete this project was roughly 130 man hours. Most of the time was spent creating the aluminum frame. The next bulk of time was spent on research and development. I estimated the weight of the device to be a little over 200lbs. The total cost of the project was estimated to be a little over $1500.00. Some of the most expensive items were the rechargeable electric lawn mower, solar panels, solar charge controller, motor controller, and electric wheelchair motors.

Overall, this was my largest and most expensive project to date, however, I learned quite a bit and enjoyed seeing it actually work. I hope you do as well. ]]> rss2q http://www.wind-sun.com/ForumVB/entry.php?5-Solar-Charged-Remote-Control-Electric-Lawn-Mower