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DIY Solar Panel: Materials Used
Firing Strips & 1/2" Coroplast - Makes up most of the solar cell panel housing, other than the plexiglass panel that goes on top after the installation of the solar cells.
This particular coroplast is very similiar to what is normally used in signs, but much thicker and sturdier. I purchased this from my local sign shop, a 4'x8' sheet just under $30, which will make 4ea 2'x4' solar panels.
Solder up 40ea solar cells, of which you can find many styles on EBay, (For example Ebay # 130366777370 ) and you'll have very nice panels, much less expensive than current commercially made panels.
It's looking like these 4 solar panels are going to come in at well under $150 each.
DIY Solar Panel: Materials Used
Firing Strips & 1/2" Coroplast - Makes up most of the solar cell panel housing, other than the plexiglass panel that goes on top after the installation of the solar cells.
This particular coroplast is very similiar to what is normally used in signs, but much thicker and sturdier. I purchased this from my local sign shop, a 4'x8' sheet just under $30, which will make 4ea 2'x4' solar panels.
Solder up 40ea solar cells, of which you can find many styles on EBay, (For example Ebay # 130366777370 ) and you'll have very nice panels, much less expensive than current commercially made panels.
It's looking like these 4 solar panels are going to come in at well under $150 each.