[RE-wrenches] Solar Presentations for Kids

[Chris Mason]

We built a complete solar system using MC4 connectors on all the cables. A
small battery, a 30A charge controller, and 2 x 80W panels gave them all
the components in an easy to assemble system. We also made two load items,
a few computer fans mounted on a piece of rail and a DC water pump with MC4
connectors to improvise a fountain.
We also made up a 200W inverter with MC4 connectors so they could plug in a
table light.
The MC4 connectors made sure the polarity was correct and that they could
connect the components but not disconnect them.

One of the kids was so quick on the uptake that he came by our warehouse
with a bunch of younger kids, asked for the system, and proceeded to teach
the others how to build a solar system. Very cool.


On Thu, Jun 6, 2013 at 7:39 AM, Jason Szumlanski <jason at fafcosolar.com>wrote:

> I'm looking for an idea, project, or pre-made kit to engage a group of
> 6-10 year old kids for an hour. I've been doing PowerPoint presentations
> and games in the past for these types of events, but I'm finding it a bit
> stale. Any ideas to create a little more excitement and wonder?
>
> *Jason Szumlanski*
>
> *Fafco Solar*
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Chris Mason
President, Comet Systems Ltd
www.cometenergysystems.com
Cell: 264.235.5670
Skype: netconcepts
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