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Demonstration kit Photovoltaics

Combining knowledge about the possible uses of renewable energy systems has now become a key component of general education curricula.

As ever, the sun with its virtually inexhaustible resources of energy is at the core of interest in general.

This kit contains all the equipment necessary for carrying out fundamental experiments on the recovery and use of electrical energy produced from sunlight.

The picture shows a red box containing an experiment set on photovoltaics. The set contains various components such as solar cells, measuring devices, cables and other accessories that can be used for practical experiments in the educational sector.

The picture shows a red box containing an experiment set on photovoltaics. The set contains various components such as solar cells, measuring devices, cables and other accessories that can be used for practical experiments in the educational sector.
The picture shows a red suitcase with experimental materials on the topic of photovoltaics. It contains various components such as solar cells, cables, a motor and instructions for conducting experiments.
The picture shows a tidy experiment box containing various components such as battery compartments, cables and a small motor. The parts are organized in a protective foam insert to ensure optimal storage and transport.
The picture shows a set of experimental equipment, consisting of two battery compartments with different voltages (0.5 V and 1.0 V) and a measuring device. The equipment is neatly arranged in a foam insert and offers a clear
The picture shows a compact storage with various experimental materials, including a small blue propeller, electrical components and a glass container. These materials are neatly arranged in compartments to provide structured access
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The image shows instructions for using solar cells or solar modules in experiments, with illustrations of assembly and electrical connections. It provides general information on using the experimental equipment in educational settings.
The picture shows various experimental devices for technical and physical experiments, including a lamp, a solar panel and a small wind turbine. These devices are arranged on a white background to clarify the learning environment.
The picture shows an electric lamp mounted on a stand and several measuring devices and experimental setups on a work surface. The devices are connected to each other to carry out experiments in the field of electricity and measurement technology.
The picture shows an experimental equipment consisting of a lamp holder with a light bulb and an experimental board with electrical components. Next to it are various plugs that can be used for electrical connections.
The picture shows a research setup with a lamp and an experimental module for renewable energies. On the right side you can see a small wind turbine and a solar panel, which are used to demonstrate energy conversion.

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  • 1 - Series connection of solar modules

    experiment "Series connection of solar modules"

    The students investigate the open circuit voltage in series connection of solar modules.


  • 2 - Solar cell as a voltage source

    experiment "Solar cell as a voltage source"

    Students investigate the solar cell as a voltage source.


  • 3 - Solar cell as current source

    experiment "Solar cell as current source"

    Students investigate the solar cell as a power source.


  • 4 - Internal resistance of the solar cell

    experiment "Internal resistance of the solar cell"

    In this experiment, the solar cell is connected to a multimeter with direct current and placed at different distances from the halogen spotlight.


  • 5 - Solar cell as a diode

    experiment "Solar cell as a diode"

    In this experiment, the solar cell is used as a diode and tested with two different scenarios.


  • 6 - Influence of illuminance

    experiment "Influence of illuminance"

    The students investigate the influence of illuminance.


  • 7 - Influence of the illumination angle

    experiment "Influence of the illumination angle"

    The students observe the influence of the angle of illumination and change the angle of incidence.


  • 8 - Solar module

    experiment "Solar module"

    This experiment investigates the open circuit voltage versus a solar cell.


  • 9 - Parallel connection of solar modules

    experiment "Parallel connection of solar modules"

    The students investigate the open circuit voltage in parallel connection of solar modules.


  • 10 - Charging a solar battery

    experiment "Charging a solar battery"

    How resilient is a solar battery? In this experiment, a solar battery is connected in series with the variable resistor in a closed circuit.


  • 11 - Conversion of solar energy into light energy

    experiment "Conversion of solar energy into light energy"

    Students observe the conversion of solar energy into light energy.


  • 12 - Conversion of solar energy into mechanical energy

    experiment "Conversion of solar energy into mechanical energy"

    The solar cell is connected to an electric motor to form a closed circuit and the behavior of the electric motor is observed.


  • 13 - Generating hydrogen with the help of solar energy

    experiment "Generating hydrogen with the help of solar energy"

    The assembled solar battery is placed with full sunlight and the electrodes inside the test tubes are observed.


  • 14 - Charging an accumulator with solar energy

    experiment "Charging an accumulator with solar energy"

    In this experiment, the voltage output from the illuminated solar battery is allowed to flow through a connected accumulator.


scope of supply
  • 1 × Rubber stopper 45/38mm, 1 hole 11mm
  • 1 × Foam insert for 49346, 515x360x90 mm
  • 1 × Holding clip on rod, 30 mm Ø (rod=60x10 mm)
  • 1 × Plastic case ca.540x450x150 mm
  • 1 × Mini Digital Multimeter
  • 1 × Lamp holder MES on 19 mm plug-in element
  • 1 × Rail, 180 mm
  • 1 × LED plug-in-element, red without pre-resistor
  • 1 × Plug lead, 25 cm, red
  • 1 × NiCd-Accu rechargeable 1,2 V, 0,5 Ah, KR 15/51
  • 1 × Plastic box 140/50/35 mm
  • 1 × Base for plug-in elementsand battery cell holder
  • 3 × Solar cell module, 1 V
  • 1 × Storing diagram,int.vers.(Photovoltaic)
  • 1 × Citric acid-1-hydrate 25g
  • 1 × Plug lead, 25 cm, black
  • 1 × Bulb, MES, 1,5 V/0,15 A set of 10 pcs.
  • 1 × Plug lead, 25 cm, blue
  • 1 × Foam insert grey, knobbed515x360x30 mm
  • 1 × Resistor, variable 100 ohms, plug-in element
  • 4 × Coil mounting plugs for 23100
  • 1 × Solar cell on stand 0,5V
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  • 1 × Set of 4 Mignon cells, alkaline, 1,5 V
  • 1 × Gas voltameter, student
  • 1 × Clamp slider
  • 1 × Indicator motor with propeller

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