Ultra-Budget Solar Panel Setup - What Can It Power?

I was honestly surprised by what you can build on such a tight budget!

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TIMESTAMPS

0:00 - Intro
0:22 - What can you get for $100?
1:44 - Unboxing!
5:10 - Setup!
5:53 - What can it power? (And for how long?)
6:45 - How fast does the solar panel charge the battery?
7:23 - What CAN'T it power?
8:10 - Worth it?


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I decided to find out what sort of DIY solar panel setup you can build on an extreme budget of about $100. For context, most 100 watt solar panels cost around $100 each! A small solar panel setup like this consists of 4 main parts: solar panel, charge controller, battery, and inverter.


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For general informational purposes only. Nothing in this video is intended to be professional solar or electrical advice. Please consult with a licensed professional in their field of expertise in your jurisdiction.