What are Educational Solar Kits

     Educational solar kits are small sized solar kits that are to be made from home in an attempt to learn more about solar energy in the form of an activity. These educational solar kits come in various sizes and are designed to educate but also to be functional on a small scale. Through the education by these solar kits, more people become aware about the benefits and uses of solar energy

     To first understand what an educational solar kit entails, it is first necessary to understand solar power. One of the functions of solar power is the conversion of sunlight into electricity. This is done by using solar panels, which are large, flat surfaces made up of many individual sun catching cells. These cells collect photons from sunlight which pushes electrons into a higher state of energy, creating electricity. Solar Power, also known as Photovoltaic’s has recently becoming an industry, which increases 48% every two years on average.

     Educational solar kits come in many forms. Most often the kits are made to power some form of toy, such as a toy car. After building the toy and the solar cell, it is possible to power the toy with the use of the energy. Educational solar kits combine the concept of fun and learning to teach the future of renewable energy.

     Full-sized solar energy can be used to power small and medium sized applications. The energy itself is 100% renewable and is considered to be a long term investment which benefits the consumer and the environment. Solar power leaves zero by products for the environment to manage. Solar panels collect and store the energy in sunlight. This means that while rainy or cloudy days may put a damper on storing extra energy, it does not mean that your power will immediately end. The energy harnessed by solar panels can be used for future energy needs.

     Solar kits help you to build solar panels from home. There are alternatives for making homemade solar panels which do not involve kits. These panels are often small, and produce minimal energy. Many individuals create these panels as a hobby. However, if you are looking to produce an adequate amount of energy and don’t want to break the bank doing so, solar kits are the way to go.

     Each solar kit differs. Many reliable and popular companies, such as GE, produce many varieties of solar kits. Solar kits by other manufacturers can be easily found and researched on the internet. The varieties of solar kits include education level, beginner level, intermediate, and professional. There are even solar kit lessons for those that are hesitant to take energy into their own hands.

      The simplest of solar kits (usually educational and beginner sets) include a set of panels, wiring, and instructions. Larger kits commonly include solar panels, an inverter, a dc combiner, rails and clamps, and mc cables. An important note in each of these kits is to first investigate your roof and make certain there is a large portion of your roof that receives sunlight throughout the majority of the day. Ideally your roof should be facing the southern sky. Most companies will also include technical assistance.

     Regardless of your skill level working with solar kits can range from an educational to a functional introduction to solar technology.