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bobojoshua:
How many cells per panel?

36 cells

rajo4real:
Am presently not @ home.

But you can buy any1 affordable. Just make sure you specify UK plug

http://m.aliexpress.com/item/32366497910.html

Thanks bros

anochuks08:
Am trying to go offgrid on a small budget (dou most of people around said its not possible) but am 70% done. To get this panel up and running, I will suggest you look for old windows frame, this will help you save cost very much. But I couldn't get old window frame so, I had to build one. Here is the breakdown
1. Frame = 1800
2. Glass = 1300
3. Solar cells (I don't go more than $0.5 per cell)
4. Encapsulation, 700
5. Wire = 150

NB. I had a bet with a friend that I will get this panel up and running, he said I couldn't. His word was that he ll build me a 60A MPPT charge controller if I win. I won this bet and he will deliver my charge controller before 12 noon on Monday

well, i didn't know you are on bet for building it. It a great achievement tho.
But the stress in ordering cells(probably online), d cost 0.5$/cell, those frame and glass thing......would probably be better to buy a factory made.
There is also risk of breaking cells during the build which greatly reduce d panel efficiency...... Maybe it all worth it. U bet u can tho
Am impressed.

temizeee:
well, i didn't know you are on bet for building it. It a great achievement tho.
But the stress in ordering cells(probably online), d cost 0.5$/cell, those frame and glass thing......would probably be better to buy a factory made.
There is also risk of breaking cells during the build which greatly reduce d panel efficiency...... Maybe it all worth it. U bet u can tho
Am impressed.

I am one hell of a person that is usually satisfied with my own build. I have a 5kva Low Frequency inverter built with a friend. The efficiency of that inverter superceeds all I ve come accross. The quality factory made ones are overpriced and the cheap ones are useless. The inverter powers all my household items, from Fridge, Pumping Machine to electric kettle.
I will be building 9 more panels. The bet was cos he didn't believe solar panels could be built DIY. Making the first panel seems tough, but afterwards, it becomes easy. I used to be scared of breaking my cells but thats in the past now. You will always find techniques that best suit you. I can build 2 working panels everday. I discovered that most of them outside build their own solar panels.
If I have time after this, I will build solar trackers. its fun though

anochuks08:
I am one hell of a person that is usually satisfied with my own build. I have a 5kva Low Frequency inverter built with a friend. The efficiency of that inverter superceeds all I ve come accross. The quality factory made ones are overpriced and the cheap ones are useless. The inverter powers all my household items, from Fridge, Pumping Machine to electric kettle.
I will be building 9 more panels. The bet was cos he didn't believe solar panels could be built DIY. Making the first panel seems tough, but afterwards, it becomes easy. I used to be scared of breaking my cells but thats in the past now. You will always find techniques that best suit you. I can build 2 working panels everday. I discovered that most of them outside build their own solar panels.
If I have time after this, I will build solar trackers. its fun though

awesome, #am_impressed #goodjob #keep_it_up

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@anochuks08 can you show the pix of the inverter u proclaim you build?

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Imagine where this country would have been if not the useless leaders we had. Electricity is not a rocket science,it was discovered over hundred years ago yet Nigeria is still struggling to have it. I ve always said and I believe it strongly that the future of this nation belongs to we youths. Keep it up guys! We will surely get there.

temizeee:
@anochuks08 can you show the pix of the inverter u proclaim you build?

ok sir

anochuks08:
ok sir

#awesome

Bought a 30A smart charger to use with a 150AH battery.. Didn't succeed in buying the battery.. Want to sell the charger and use the money for something else.. Pls Let me know if you need it

Qlegend:
Bought a 30A smart charger to use with a 150AH battery.. Didn't succeed in buying the battery.. Want to sell the charger and use the money for something else.. Pls Let me know if you need it

My guy chill na , u can still get the 150ah battery, or u have made up ur mind in selling it? What really happened ?

lawanson44:
And the useless Oba of Lagos and some silly yorubas say Igbos should leave Lagos. I cannot seem to conjure my mind to imagine a yoruba man doing this kind of business.

Omo'ale olori'pelebe!

People have been discussing for months without injecting tribe into it, until an imbe*cile like you came along.
Now, run along before l wire E-slap for your face.

Anuofia.

anochuks08:
ok sir

can you give me your contact details ? And pls kindly tell us how much it wud cost to build an inverter just like yours ?

MAY 15 2016 I will be 10years on nairaland, I registered on MAY 15 2006 and has been active on this forum, I would first of all thank God Almighty for keeping me alive till now!!!
To mark and celebrate my 10yrs as a registered member of NAIRALAND...
On 15th of may 2016 the first 3 nairalanders to wish me happy 10yrs anniversary will get 100 naira recharge card of any network they want

Only first 3 people ,they should also drop their number and network name

Lol happy "nairaland birthday " this will kick off a new greetings on this forum.

ceejay80s:
MAY 15 2016 I will be 10years on nairaland, I registered on MAY 15 2006 and has been active on this forum, I would first of all thank God Almighty for keeping me alive till now!!!
To mark and celebrate my 10yrs as a registered member of NAIRALAND...
On 15th of may 2016 the first 3 nairalanders to wish me happy 10yrs anniversary will get 100 naira recharge card of any network they want

Only first 3 people ,they should also drop their number and network name

shupsyBaba:
Good morning

Just read through the entire thread, long read
Great work!

I do have a few request, I was planning on going Solar until
I realized yesterday that my batteries have packed up
(bought them used and have used them for almost three years)
So I need to replace them first, can anyone give me the contact of
a seller of good grade used batteries. 150Ah/180Ah preferably
and the cost.

Not sure if the likes of Ceejay80's Oga Chidi have in stock

2. I would also like a contact of a seller of NOT-TOO-EXPENSIVE
PV panels - 130W - 180W, 12V, mono crystal.

2b. Plus can one mix mono and poly together? That is eg 2 130W mono + 2 150W poly?

3. What is the average cost and brand of a good / recommendable Solar charger,
PWM, yes I know MPPT are the best but unless I can get one for less than
30K I wouldnt bother for now

Thanks, appreciate

Helllo House, I have got some Used 140watts Poly Solar Panels for sale at giveaway prices. Interested reach me thanks

anochuks08:
ok sir

I must say that I'm really impressed with your creative and crafty talent. I don't mind paying you to design an inverter like this for me. How much will it cost?

anochuks08:
ok sir

Nice one. Can you build one and how much is it going to cost?

mukhcech:
Helllo House, I have got some Used 140watts Poly Solar Panels for sale at giveaway prices. Interested reach me on 081-6951-6662 thanks

Oga how much, location and quantity available? Thanks a lot

ceejay80s:
MAY 15 2016 I will be 10years on nairaland, I registered on MAY 15 2006 and has been active on this forum, I would first of all thank God Almighty for keeping me alive till now!!!
To mark and celebrate my 10yrs as a registered member of NAIRALAND...
On 15th of may 2016 the first 3 nairalanders to wish me happy 10yrs anniversary will get 100 naira recharge card of any network they want

Only first 3 people ,they should also drop their number and network name

happy 10th year anniversary of your membership in this great forum; nairaland , as u continue bringing ideas.
enjoy ceejay80s
glo 0705 145 2095

anochuks08:
Building some solar panels for my inverter

bro pls can you put me through, I'll like to do just thesame.

or should we talk on whatsapp.
Thanks

Yemmyteespeed007:
bro pls can you put me through, I'll like to do just thesame.

or should we talk on whatsapp.
Thanks

You can reach me on whatssapp. Am busy at times

Ragards

scampy:
Nice one. Can you build one and how much is it going to cost?

How many Kva do you intend building? will it be pure or modified sinewave.

Bosc:
I must say that I'm really impressed with your creative and crafty talent. I don't mind paying you to design an inverter like this for me. How much will it cost?

Will it be same power with mine? If yes, budget 90k for it.

Regards

igbsam:
can you give me your contact details ? And pls kindly tell us how much it wud cost to build an inverter just like yours ?

Check my profile for my contact details. For building this, budget 90k for it

Regards

bobojoshua:
Good job.
Please, create a thread and teach us how to make solar panel.

If I create a thread for it, I might not follow it up, you can ask me all you need about it via whatsapp. I will be happy to see your first solar panel

Please where did you ordered for those solar cells and how much?

anochuks08:
36 cells

kunle20:
Please where did you ordered for those solar cells and how much?

You can get them off eBay or have someone in US help you buy them and send them over.