Articles about Solar Power

Installing 220Volt Wiring for a Solar Power Monitor

By Dave Rongey

James in California asks: Is it code compliant to run two separate 12-2 Romex cables instead of one 12-3 for 220volt?

Tags: 12-2 Romex, 15amp 220volt circuit, code for 220volt, solar panel monitor

Planning a Solar Power System

By Dave Rongey

How should I set up a solar backup generator for my home? Planning Your Solar Power System, How to Size a Solar Power System, Components of a Solar Power System.

Tags: alternative power system, energy alternatives, federal incentives, off grid power, pv system, solar backup, solar incentives, solar off grid home, solar power, solar power for home, solar size

How To Configure a Solar Panel and Battery System

By Dave Rongey

The Basics for Designing A Solar Panel System – The solar panels will need to be selected and located based on the type of exposure to the sunlight. The storage batteries will need to be calculated using the same type of factors as well.

Tags: Africa, battery system, Electric, Electrical, Lighting, solar panels, solar power

The Basics of a Home Solar Power Design

By Dave Rongey

How to Design a Solar Power System: A solar power system is carefully designed for the electrical demand that will be placed on the system which involves identifying the total number of watts that will be connected to the solar panel system, and the duration or length of time that these devices or the load will be required to run.

Tags: alternative power, Solar, solar cells, solar panels, solar power

Home Electrical Wiring and Electrical Repairs

Please Note:
Unless otherwise posted, please refer to the following Guidelines when working on Electrical Projects:

Skill Level:
Intermediate to Advanced - Electrical Repairs and Circuit Wiring is Best Performed by a Certified Electrician or Licensed Electrical Contractor.

Electrical Tools Required:
Basic Electricians Pouch of Hand Tools, a Voltage Tester and a Multi Meter.

Estimated Time:
Depends on personal level experience, ability to work with tools, work with electrical wiring, and the available access to the project area.

Precaution:
Identify the project circuit, turn it OFF and Tag it with a Note before working with the wiring.

Important:
Modifying existing electrical circuits or installing additional electrical wiring should be done according to local and National Electrical Codes, with a permit and be inspected.