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About solarfas
Dennis Yew is an electrical engineer with few years experience in solar energy technology. He is passionate to share his experience in this blog.
By solarfas on December 15, 2010
Ever need to spend time outdoors but the sun’s too hot? Need to work outside or on site but can’t stop sweating? Now you can spend hours out in the sun and stay as cool as ice with the Solar Safari Cool Hat.
Posted in Solar Clothing & Accessories, Solar Gadgets, Solar Product Review Tagged cooling hat, light weight cool hat, Solar Safari Cool Hat
By solarfas on December 13, 2010
Know those times when you are groping around in the dark and need to urgently trace something you need? Need a handy little but powerful flashlight? Well. The Solar-powered LED Flashlight with Keychain is just the product for you. It is small, handy and easily fits your pocket or handbag. It is charged by exposure to ambient light and hence needs no expensive batteries or electricity charging.
Posted in Solar Electronics, Solar Gadgets, Solar Product Review Tagged Solar-powered LED Flashlight with Keychain
By solarfas on December 13, 2010
We all sometimes need to hold conversations and talk on the phone as we drive, but still be able to drive safely. Do you sometimes feel the need to have a hands free car kit without the worry of batteries running out of charge? Now you have the perfect solution with the award winning LG HFB-500 Bluetooth Solar Speakerphone.
Posted in Solar Accessory Tools, Solar Automotive, Solar Electronics, Solar Gadgets, Solar Product Review Tagged Hands-Free Car Kit, LG Hfb-500 Bluetooth Solar Speaker Phone, solar powered unit
By solarfas on December 7, 2010
Do you sometimes charge your batteries but are unsure if the charge is regular or might spike up suddenly due to an unexpected surge of power? Need peace of mind as your gadgets charge? Now you can relax your mind and do other things. With the Sunforce 60032 30 Amp Digital Charge Controller peace of mind is at hand.
Posted in Solar Accessory Tools, Solar Automotive, Solar Product Review Tagged prevent overcharge, solar battery charge controller, Sunforce 60032 30 Amp Digital Charge Controller
By solarfas on December 5, 2010
Do you sometimes need to be able to charge your phone battery even when away from home and not near regular electricity? Ever want those gadgets all charged up but need to save on electricity bills as well? Well, with the USB + AA Solar Panel Charger you can do just that. This charger uses the power of the sun to provide regulated electric charge to your gadgets batteries, giving you all the charge you need while saving you plenty on power bills.
Posted in Solar Accessory Tools, Solar Automotive, Solar Electronics, Solar Product Review Tagged solar portable charger, solar tough charger, ultra lightweight yet durable and effective solar powered battery charger
By solarfas on December 4, 2010
Solar energy is no doubt one of the most popular alternative sources of energy. When it comes to real time applications especially residential applications, with little more solar technology upscale to deliver cost competitiveness and predictability/reliability and supportive measures from Governments across the globe, Sun on the horizon can be brought down to shine on your rooftops! Truly, solar power has the potential to deliver more promises.
Posted in Solar 101, Solar Articles, Solar Facts, Solar Tips Tagged alternative sources of energy, clean energy, green energy, Hydro generators, renewable energy sources, renewable energy technology, solar energy, solar technology, Wind turbines
By solarfas on December 2, 2010
Need to recharge batteries especially when away from home or the office? Need to have power in your gadgets even when in the field, cottage or mountains? With the Wild Game Innovations SP-6V1 6V Mono-Crystalline Solar Panel you can easily provide to charge to all your gadgets. This little device uses the power of the sun to recharge most batteries and easily connects to all the different types available in the market.
Posted in Solar Electronics, Solar Gadgets, Solar Product Review Tagged 6V Mono-Crystalline Solar Panel
By solarfas on December 2, 2010
Need to power your electrical gadgets even when away from home? Do you want your mobile phone fully charged during emergencies or power blackouts? Now there is an amazing little gadget that can charge all AA size rechargeable batteries as well as batteries of most portable gadgets such as mobile phones.
Posted in Solar Accessory Tools, Solar Automotive, Solar Electronics, Solar Product Review, Uncategorized Tagged portable battery charger, portable battery chargers, power up electrical gadgets, Tekkeon TekCharge Mobile Power
By solarfas on December 1, 2010
Need peace of mind as you charge those solar batteries? Do you require a charge controller so your gadgets and batteries are safe and secure every time you charge them? You can now have peace and tranquility as your solar devices are getting recharged. By using the Sunforce 7 Amp Charge Controller you can be sure that there will be efficient and reliable recharge with no risks or damage.
Posted in Solar Accessory Tools, Solar Automotive, Solar Product Review Tagged charge solar batteries, prevent overcharging, solar charge controller, the Sunforce 7 Amp Charge Controller
By solarfas on November 29, 2010
Home solar system requires periodic inspections and routine maintenance whether it’s used as solar water heater or as a solar power house. Solar panels , pump, collectors, battery bank, wiring all should be taken care of. In a nutshell, solar system installation doesn’t end your job!
Posted in For DIY Lovers, Solar 101, Solar Articles, Solar Facts, Solar Projects, Solar Tips Tagged home solar system, solar heating system maintenance, solar power house, solar system installation, solar water heater
By solarfas on November 26, 2010
ROI is an important factor to be considered before you signal a final nod for solar energy. So we’ll see how to estimate this factor so that we will know how deep solar arrays burn your pockets and how soon your burnt pockets are stitched back. PV System installation has to be looked out for returns in the long run.
Posted in For DIY Lovers, Solar 101, Solar Articles, Solar Facts, Solar Projects, Solar Tips Tagged clean energy source, home solar system, PV System installation, Solar Array Cost, solar array cost estimation, solar panel installation, Solar Power system
By solarfas on November 23, 2010
Gizmo geeks out there may be wondering what the Solar home system really contains? Solar Power system normally contains Photovoltaic array, mounting rack, Array DC disconnect, Charge Controller, batteries, System Meter, Main DC Disconnect, Inverter, AC Breaker Panel and Backup Generator. It’s good to know the purpose of solar energy system components which may help troubleshoot errors that may arise.
Posted in For DIY Lovers, Solar 101, Solar Articles, Solar Facts, Solar Projects, Solar Tips Tagged Photovoltaic Array, photovoltaic modules, solar energy equipment, solar energy system components, Solar home system, Solar Power system
By solarfas on November 22, 2010
Need security for your home as you sleep? Do you wish to keep of burglars and other unwanted guest away from your abode? With the amazing Solar-Powered Motion-Activated 80 LED Security Floodlight from MAXSA Innovations you can secure you home and keep it safe from nightly predators.
Posted in Solar Accessory Tools, Solar Product Review, Solar Tools & Home Improvement Tagged solar motion activated outdoor security floodlights, solar security Floodlight, Solar-Powered lights
By solarfas on November 20, 2010
Ever have to get away from home or the office but still have enough electric energy out in the field? Need reliable charge while away from mains electricity? Well, now you can. With the new, all powerful and reliable High-Efficiency Polycrystalline Solar Panel with Sharp Module. This solar panel uses modern technology to maximize on the power of the sun to produce high power output, enough for all your needs.
Posted in Solar Accessory Tools, Solar Automotive, Solar Product Review, Solar Tools & Home Improvement, Uncategorized Tagged polycrystalline silicon technology, produces clean energy, solar electric energy, solar panel, solar power, Sunforce 39810 80-Watt High-Efficiency Polycrystalline Solar Panel with Sharp Module
By solarfas on November 18, 2010
Ever have to be away from or the office but still need to charge your mobile phone and other gadgets? Need to recharge those batteries and still attend a picnic or camping site? Now you can. The amazing Kiwi U-Powered Solar & USB Portable Charger is a handy charger hat provides you with clean solar power that can easily recharge all your gadgets and still allow you to enjoy the picnic and have fun camping.
Posted in Solar Accessory Tools, Solar Electronics, Solar Product Review Tagged Kiwi U-Powered Solar & USB Portable Charger, power back up source, Solar Powered Charger