Thread: How to build a Solar Power source?
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Old 07-06-2006, 06:12 PM
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Originally Posted by Samw
According to this calculator (using Seattle), http://shop.altenergystore.com/Calcu...alculator.html , I will need a 450W solar panel to generate the 40kWh/month (max) that I think I will need for my 6W mini-jet and 50W heater. That's going to be pricey!
how did you get 40kWh? I get 15 for your set up. I could see you getting away with two 80 watt panels and a couple good deep cycle batteries. for your little pump it would be way more efficient to use a 12V one if you can find it.

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