Solar Chargers To Support Scientific And Environmental Activities

Given our growing network of remote monitoring systems the need for reliable portable power sources has never been greater. The ubiquitous nature of the sun makes portable solar chargers an obvious choice to provide power in areas where grid power is not available. Whether you are powering single sensors, or a complete environmental station your access to a reliable power source is critical to ensuring the data you are collecting is captured and saved.


Power management is an important component for prolonged scientific and environmental data collection activities. Quality sensor and equipment designs are focused as much on efficiency as accuracy. More efficient sensors allow for longer deployments in the field saving researchers time and money. Add properly sized solar chargers to remote systems, and field deployments can extend almost indefinitely. The question arises, what should you consider in a portable power device like a solar charger?


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Support Environment with a Portable Solar Charger

There are many solar chargers on the market these days. Some are very inexpensive. It is important to make sure you select a solar charger that is rugged, weather resistant, will operate effectively in low light conditions and will not overheat or overcharge your electronic device.
Convergence Instruments sells a model SP 002 8.5 watt USB-output solar charger. The unit is designed for maintaining the charge of battery powered data loggers in remote locations. Because of the critical applications it is used in, the SP 002 is reliable and rugged.

Connection of the SP 002 to the data logger is easily accomplished using the USB 2.0 output port at the bottom of the panel. The unit uses a smart IC chip to ensure optimum current is provided to the device without risk of damage. The high efficiency switching regulator optimizes the flow of power under low light conditions to ensure as much power as possible is provided. This means the SP 002 will continue to provide some power even on cloudy days.

Can the SP 002 be connected to other devices? Yes. The SP 002 is a thoroughly tested commercial grade solar charger. With the high efficiency switching regulator it is compatible with all USB powered devices. Use the SP 002 to charge a cell phone, power bank, portable speaker or other USB powered device while outdoors. The SP 002 is ideal for wilderness and all forms of outdoor recreation.

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Common Controls Power and Output Configurations in Building Automation Systems

When first introduced, industrial automated systems required special configurations for power and output. That meant that a specialist had to come up with innovative solutions. Today, things have changed dramatically. The systems available today, including wind monitoring instruments, a wind speed and direction sensor, rainfall gauge, and more use standard configurations for both power and output.


Because superior automated systems rely on standard power and output configurations, you can choose whatever solution you want and have it operational in no time. When discussing your needs with an expert, these settings are important since they will help determine which systems will work best for your needs.


A75-104 Sine Wave Anemometer – Efficient for outside temperatures between -67 and 150 degrees Fahrenheit, humidity levels from 0 to 100 percent, and gust survival wind speeds of 214 miles per hour, this anemometer is exceptional. The electrical output signal increases linearly with wind speed.

A75 101 Reed Switch Anemometer

A75 302 Wind Vane


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