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NM area to test battery for solar industry
(AP:ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.) The Aperture Center in Albuquerque will test advanced battery technology for the solar industry. Solar power’s future depends on new battery technology to create a constant power source from solar panels.

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• use Amorphous silicon solar cells (11 1/2″ x 3 1/2″)
• Power: 2 Watts max.
• Working voltage: 12V max, Working current: 150mA max.
• Dimension: 13 1/2″ x 4 3/4″ x 7/16″
• Comes with battery clamps, and cigarette lighter plug.

Product Description
The 12V Solar Panel Battery Charger can charge a wide range of applications, can be served as battery maintainer for marine boat, motor house or big vehicle. With an converter, power supply can be transported to notebook computer, satellite telephone, electric hand tool like cordless drill. Or as a independent power source for outdoor activity like camping, exploration. A blinking charging indicator to give a clear view that the generator is working and a built-in d… More >>

S-1113: 12V Solar Panel Battery Charger

• Unit Size: 3.7*1.7*0.4 inch; Weight: 1.2oz for the charger itself.
• Solar panel: Crystalline, 5.5V/60mAh, 0.33 watt ;Built-in battery: 3.7V/1300mAh, rechargeable Li-ion
• Charges a cell phone in 2 hours. Full Charges device in 2-4 hours (AC adapter/USB cable) or 1+ days (Under Solar Light).
• 1 AC adapter, USB wire, and 1 universal cell phone charging Cable. Charging tips: 1 mini USB, 1 iPod , 1 Kindle 2&DX charging tips.
• iPod looking mini design; made of light weight alluminum material

Product Description
Small and convenient for wherever your day might take you, this iPod sized solar charger can be charged under sun then used as a powerful backup battery for kindle, cell phones and MP3 player. *** The design looks like an iPod. ***The device’s ability to be charged through a USB connection and wall outlet makes it a versatile and convenient backup battery for portable electronics. *** Its solar panel though small, but helpful and powerful enough to be used in emerge… More >>

Silver Mini SunPlug Solar Charger for cell phones. 0.33 watt solar panel, 1350 mAh rechargable battery.

• 5-watt solar charger plugs into your vehicle’s 12-volt lighter socket
• Works with automobile, all terrain vehicle (ATV), personal water craft (PWC), and boat batteries
• Made of durable ABS plastic and amorphous solar cells
• Includes alligator clips for direct connection to a battery
• Measures 14 x 0.75 x 13 inches (WxHxD) and weighs 4 pounds

Product Description
The Sunforce 50022 5 Watt Solar Battery Trickle Charger gives you another reason to love the sun — it’ll help keep your vehicle’s battery charged. Just plug the this helpful 5-watt trickle charger into your vehicle’s 12-volt lighter socket and position the panel to pick up the most daylight possible. Or, if you prefer, use the included alligator clips to connect it directly to the battery, so you can keep your lighter socket open for cell phone chargers or other ac… More >>

Sunforce 50022 5-Watt Solar Battery Trickle Charger

• 22.5-Watt (1500mA, 15-Volt) solar charger for battery charge and protection against battery drain
• Can also be used for charging small backup power systems
• Plug-n-play to easily connect multiple panels in seconds without tools or rewiring
• Suggest you also purchase a 10-Amplifier charger controller to protect against overcharging
• Includes multiple adapters and connectors

Product Description
The ICP® Solar Technologies solar battery charger can replace the daily power consumption of 12V lighting systems and appliances in boats, cabins and RVs; it can also be used for charging small backup power systems…. More >>

Sunsei SE-1500 22.5-Watt 15-Volt Solar Panel Battery Charger #25015

• Charges in all weather conditions
• Maintenance free
• Plugs directly into cigarette lighter
• Easy to install
• Includes suction cups for easy mounting

Product Description
Sunforce 1.8-Watt Solar Battery Maintainer Twin Pack is comprised of two solar battery maintainers ideal for cars, SUVs, boats, ATVs and PWC batteries. The units are completely maintenance free and easy to install. The amorphous solar panels charge in all weather conditions, even on cloudy days. The panels plugs directly into your cigarette lighter. Complete kit for each unit includes 1.8-watt solar battery maintainer, 7.5 feet wire, 12V DC plug, suction cups for ea… More >>

Sunforce 52013 1.8-Watt Solar Battery Maintainer, Twin Pack

• Folds up compactly to fit into a pocket
• Weighs less than 4 AA batteries
• Charges 2 or 4 AA batteries
• Lightweight portable power

Product Description
AA Charger

Ultra compact, ultra lightweight and yet very durable, the PowerFilm AA Foldable Solar Charger is ideal for everyday use. Charging either 2 AA batteries in 3 1/3 hours of full sun or 4 AA batteries in 6 2/3 hours of full sun, the AA Foldable Solar Charger provides highly-effective battery charging. Proprietary charging circuitry maximizes charge into the batteries, and charging lights indicate charging status and charge completion. The light… More >>

AA Battery Solar Panel Charger

• HQRP™ Solar Charge Controller plus HQRP™ Mousepad;
• Regulation point: 14.4 Volt; Low voltage disconnect: 11.1 Volt;
• Low voltage Reconnect: 13.1 Volt; Self-consumption: 6mA maximum;
• Electronic protections; Terminals:for wire sizes to 6mm2;
• Type of Charging: series PWM. 200 days warranty!

Product Description
Products trademarked HQRP™ are marketed and sold exclusively by Osprey-Talon. HQRP Solar Charge Controllers are high quality, efficient and reliable Solar Power Regulators. They are perfect for rural electrification system. They offer a lot of possibilities and benefits. Regulations point: 14.4 Volts; Low voltage Disconnect: 11.1V Volts; Low voltage Reconnect: 13.1 Volts; Microcontroller digital accuracy; Type of Charging: Series PWM & stat of charge(SOC); 4 Stage… More >>

HQRP 20A Solar Panel Battery Charge Controller / Regulator 12V / 24V 20 Amp 240W with PWM Type of Charging plus HQRP Mousepad