Solar power is a simple, clean and renewable source of power which is brilliant for when you are building outdoor projects! If you are looking for a portable outdoor power solution, why not look at this small 0.5W 55mm x 77mm Solar Panel.
This solar panel is a mono-crystalline silicon solar panel, and when compared to poly-crystalline silicon solar panels and thin-film solar panels, this panel performs higher conversion rates of up to 17%. The surface is covered with a fine resin which makes it waterproof, together with a very sturdy back making it the ideal panel for an outdoor environment.
Depending on the light intensity, the typical open circuit voltage is 5V. If you use it on a bright sunny day with plenty of light and no cloud, the peak OC voltage can be up to 10V. Because the voltage range is relatively wide if you are going to use boards that require a narrow range of input voltage to prevent any damage. Please ensure you check whether the OC voltage is acceptable for the board before any connections to your boards are made.
- Dimensions: 70mm x 55mm x 3mm
- Typical voltage: 5.5V
- Typical current: 100mA
- Open-circuit voltage: 8.2 V
- Maximum load voltage: 6.4V