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Solar & 12 Volt Power for beginners: off grid power for everyone

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Know nothing about 12 volt power & solar panels?Then this is the right book for you!Learn how to power laptops, TVs, fans, power tools, DVDs, music, mobile phones and so much more straight from a power supply that you built.From complete beginner knowing nothing to seasoned off grid expert in a couple of days if not sooner.Learning the basics of providing your own power for your boat, shed, caravan, mobile home etc, has never been made easier for you to understand and master. Simple easy explanations, with no technical jargon and masses of diagrams, photographs and explanations. Making your learning experience an easier, quicker and more pleasant experience for you.Written from the complete beginners point of view this book will guide you through everything that you need to know in order to realise your off grid dreams today. Only including the essential things that you need to know and throwing the technical gibberish that confuses most beginners, makes this book a must for newbies & the confused. Look no further your off grid knowledge is contained within this book, enjoy the experience of learning and living your dream.Get the book & live the dream. Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform


Publication date ‏ : ‎ August 14, 2017


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Print length ‏ : ‎ 92 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 197443298X


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 81


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 3.53 ounces


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.5 x 0.22 x 11 inches


Best Sellers Rank: #198,111 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #30 in Electric Energy #314 in Electrical & Electronics (Books) #791 in Technology (Books)


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    • Simple and straightforward.
Format: Kindle
It seems most DIY books and videos fall into two categories; they are either assume you already have vast amounts of knowledge on a subject and are too technical, or they assume you are an idiot and spend 20 minutes explaining what a hammer is and how to use it. Not so with this book. I wanted a simple and straightforward intro to solar power and that's what I got. The author assumes you don't know anything about the subject, but doesn't treat you like you're an idiot. He doesn't go into a lot of superfluous information that isn't relevant like most books. (I don't need to know the history and manufacturing process of solar panels.) His directions and explanations are clear and easy to understand and there are enough photos to and diagrams to make a total novice feel confident in what they are doing. If you're looking to go completely off grid this book may be a bit basic but it's a good starting point. For someone (like me) who wants a s simple solar system to power a work shed this book is probably all you need. I am very happy with my purchase and highly recommend it. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2018 by Chewbaggins
    • Great Beginning for a Novice, Refresher for Intermediate
Format: Kindle
I think this has something for both the novice and the intermediate. For a novice, this is a great way to become familiar with the components that could be used with a solar generator. With the information that was provided, I feel I could comfortably do a DIY solar generator (with instructions from a internet source) or know what I am looking for in a pre-built solar generator. For the intermediate, it can act as a quick refresher. The chapters are laid out in small chunks, with excellent pictures and drawings (in color), for each of the components. The chapters explain what the component are for, and how to use them, or connect them in a system. These are brief chapters, so one will not be overwhelmed with excessive material, but with that said one will not learn all the reasons behind each component. He has provided quick and dirty mathematics so there is not a lot of math required, but he has shown where to obtain more detailed math calculators, of one wants more details. I am sure there are things that are missing in this book, but 'What I do not know, I do not know.' I personally feel more confident in what I would need to look for, in a solar generator (pre-built or DIY). This for myself, was the book I was looking for, prior to embarking on my next step towards either 'off the grid' or simple back up of existing electrical reliance, whether it be for a few days, or longer, or just for a man cave (or she shed). ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 24, 2019 by Pawin
    • Good Info for Beginners with Photos!
Format: Paperback
It is nice to see 10 point font in a book again! That makes it easy to read! This gives a breakdown of tools, wire bushes, and batteries. It has close up photos of what a connector should look like that you just made. The con- he only used a lead trolling motor battery 🫤. Never talked about gel(AGM) batteries or LiPo4 lithium batteries! In chapter 22, he shows his 12 volt build that is very confusing and cluttered. I'm still not sure if it was 12 volt only or it did (hidden somewhere) have a inverter to change from 12 volts to 120 volts. For the price of this book, I would of expected MORE! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 16, 2024 by Amazon Customer
    • Very good information! Great reference!
Format: Paperback
Great layout of how a 12v system works. Information layout to setup the system and how to add on to the system going forward. I am working on my overlanding trailer and will be adding a 12v system because I killed my Bluetti with my new IceCo fridge last fall. I purchased a too small of a Bluetti (even after lots of research - so much bad information out there). This book helps with how big a battery is needed for running this number of lights/fridge. It's easy math. Buy the book and keep it for a reference. ... show more
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Format: Paperback
I might have a mental block when it comes to learning anything about electricity, but I needed to set up an off-grid solar system economically and be able to maintain it myself so I bought this book. I'm glad I did, it was perfect. I am so impressed with its good concise writing and understandable photos and diagrams. Now I am looking forward to getting started on building my off-grid system. I feel a lot smarter and confident. Thank you George Eccleston for keeping everything simple and understandable. So many writers feel the need to show how smart they are, but by keeping everything simple you achieve your objective of allowing us to learn faster and better - that is very smart. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 4, 2020 by Amazon Customer
    • Interesting
Format: Kindle
The author clearly does not understand basic electrical theory. Most of his explainations about watts ,volts, and amps are just plain wrong. The author talks about power loss in small wires ,but doesnt talk about voltage drop which is the real main problem. However...I enjoyed the book and learned some valuable information. It made think about the systems I have built and used over the years. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 6, 2021 by Amazon Customer
    • If You Know Nothing This is the Book You Need
Format: Paperback
Great book. I'm serious, I didn't know anything at all about solar for ham radio, but this book explained everything. I have bought other books on the subject and got zero usable information. Mr. Eccleston got me over that and now I am in the process of building my solar system to keep my radio going in the great outdoors. He really took the beginner into account when writing this book and walks you through every step. Plus he doesn't try to oversell when a less expensive but acceptable option would work just as well. Setting up a solar system is doable for anyone with this book. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2023 by Cindy C
    • Quick, easily understood
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This book provides a short, direct explanation of how to set up a solar-powered 12vdc system with a battery and solar panels. I feel that, with the material in this book, I have a good basis for building my own system.
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