Hi,
I need to design a solar system to power research equipment used to track honey bees in remote areas.
The system consists of a mini computer (12v) and a RFID reader (24v).
It needs to operate for 15hrs a day with max power consumption being 30watts.
This will run all year with minimum 4hours of direct sunlight per day.
What size solar panel and battery would be recommended?
Would it be best to have two 12v batteries in series then use a step down converter to get 12v for the mini computer?
I am looking for a system, which is affordable yet relatively reliable.
Any help would be much appreciated
Cheers
I need to design a solar system to power research equipment used to track honey bees in remote areas.
The system consists of a mini computer (12v) and a RFID reader (24v).
It needs to operate for 15hrs a day with max power consumption being 30watts.
This will run all year with minimum 4hours of direct sunlight per day.
What size solar panel and battery would be recommended?
Would it be best to have two 12v batteries in series then use a step down converter to get 12v for the mini computer?
I am looking for a system, which is affordable yet relatively reliable.
Any help would be much appreciated
Cheers
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