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Build It Yourself: Aerial Cable Car Build It Yourself: Aerial Cable Car
$17.95

Just Add Adventure -- Create a car to travel to the heights of excitement with this fun construction kit. -- The world's aerial tramways transport people to breathtaking views and provide brilliant panoramic views of the world below. -- Now you can build your own, following the precise visual diagrams and instructions provided. No batteries or complicated tools are required. -- Powered by a solar panel, the plastic car comes with transport cable and automatic trip return stoppers. -- The Aerial Cable Car is 4 1/2" x 4 1/4" x 7" in size and the solar panelGÇÖs output is 1.1V x 75mA.

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Build It Yourself: Flapping Sea Gull Build It Yourself: Flapping Sea Gull
$14.95

Life-Like, Solar-Powered Bird -- Powered by the sun, this winged beauty begins as just a box full of parts with a set of instructions. -- The Flapping Sea Gull then transforms into a functional flying machine through your assembly. It is so easy to construct our flying friend that no complicated tools are required. -- A suction cup is included to secure your new friend in direct sunlight and watch it be your weather indicator. -- Because the Flapping Sea Gull is powered by a solar panel with an output of 1.1V x 50mA, there is no need for batteries. -- After completion, this beautiful bird is 6 3/4" x 3" x 3/4" in sixe.

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Build It Yourself: Happy Hopping Frog Build It Yourself: Happy Hopping Frog
$14.95

Alternative Energy Amphibian -- Almost comical, this little green amphibian friend leaps with a joyful sense of freedom. -- Using its hind legs and rubber feet, Happy Hopping Frog jiggles its eyes as a dog would wag its tail acknowledging its love and appreciation to its owner. -- The tailless, leaping mini solar kit is activated by the power of the sun's rays, so no batteries are required. -- Happy Hopping Frog is the next logical kit if you have already assembled the Super Solar Racing Car (3151649) or the Frightened Grasshopper (3151650). -- The Happy Hopping Frog is 2 1/2" x 1 3/4" x 1 3/4" in size and its solar panelGÇÖs output is 1.1V x 75mA.

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Build It Yourself: Valiant Viking Ship Build It Yourself: Valiant Viking Ship
$17.95

Use the Sun Not Sailors -- Power this ancient ship with the modern technology of solar panels. -- This Valiant Viking Ship replicates the design of renowned vessels from exploration past, yet it implements advancements of the new world. -- Instead of using ores to propel it through the water, a solar panel provides the necessary propulsion. Because the vessel is powered by a solar panel, no batteries are required. -- Precise visual diagrams and plastic parts are provided for at-home construction. No tools are necessary to put this ship together. -- Once completed, you can sail your ship into the included docking station and take it out to the sea for travel. -- Solar Panel Output: 1.1V x 50mA. -- Size: 6 3/4" x 8" x 4".

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CIS Solar Panel CIS Solar Panel
$2.95

The latest photovoltaic technology available is captured in miniature panels. Rugged and easy to use, these panels are completely protected by a waterproof plastic encapsulation. -- On the back are a pair of tinned copper ribbons, which can be easily connected to your inventions with solder or jumper leads. Panels can be connected in series or parallel for more voltage or current. -- Unlike amorphous silicon panels, these CIS solar panels do not exhibit output degradation due to exposure to light. Their maximum structure becomes permanently stabilized and functions at maximum efficiency. 5 VDC. -- Open circuit voltage is 5 volts DC -- Short circuit current is 95 mA -- Max power output is 3.9V 64 mA. (.25 watts) at standard sun test conditions -- (100 mW per square cm) -- Dimensions: 60x60x2 mm

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Cooking w/The Sun Weiner Roaster Cooking w/The Sun Weiner Roaster
$295.00

Demonstrate the Practical Use of Solar Energy! -- Simply place two foil-wrapped hot dogs in the heat-absorbing metal tube of this amazing new solar hot dog cooker and the unit's reflective, parabolic surface will gather the SunGÇÖs rays for a tasty treat. The surface can be positioned to catch the most solar rays possible. -- The roaster is made of durable, high-density polyethylene and features a shield over the metal tube for added insulation and safety. The unit has a collector surface area of more than 250 square inches. Measures 14.5" W x 22" H.

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Eclipse Shades Eclipse Shades
$1.95

Absolutely Safe for Direct Solar Viewing -- CE-certified Eclipse Shades(TM) provide the ultimate in protection from harmful solar radiation--so you can safely view sun spots and solar eclipses. -- The premium filters create a sharp orange-colored image of the sun. Lenses are made of exclusive scratch-resistant, optical density 5, "black polymer" material. -- Eclipse Shades filter out 100% of harmful ultra-violet light, 100% of harmful infrared light and 99.999% of intense visible light.

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Fuel Cell X7 Hydrogen Car Design Project Kit Fuel Cell X7 Hydrogen Car Design Project Kit
$99.95

New Explorations in Alternative Energy Construction -- With all the captivating qualities of the original, award-winning model car with its unique reversible fuel cell, this new X7 model is more accessible to everyday users. -- The simplicity of construction and ease of use makes for fun experimentation for younger builders. A new manual focuses more on building and designing a fuel cell car, rather than the comprehensive lesson on the science of fuel cells and solar cells.

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H-Cell High Performance R/C H-Cell High Performance R/C
$1,499.00

Hydrogen Fuel Cell Upgrade Kit -- Turn your regular hobby car into a car of the future with this kit. The H-cell kit is designed for well-known battery powered model RC hobby cars and designed to fit into the original 7.2V NiCad battery slot located on Tamiya TT-01 car chassis. -- Fuel cell power unit is designed as a futuristic power source using light emitting air cooling fans. The new power source combines an ultra-compact air-cooled PEM fuel cell system with a scaled down fuel storage unit that includes a rack of three metal hydride canisters each including 10 liters of solid-state (low pressure) hydrogen gas. -- It offers high performance accelerations up to speeds of 20 mph and up to 70 minutes of run time on a single charge. You just provide the RC car chassis and transmitters.

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Hand Made Glass Radiometers Hand Made Glass Radiometers
$49.95

See the science and beauty of the power of the sun come together in this exquisite hand-blown, hand-crafted glass radiometer. -- The highly sensitive vanes carefully balanced inside the radiometers take on energy when struck by the molecules heated by sunlight. -- The vanes' shiny sides reflect the heat, which is absorbed by the dark sides. Energy is released as the heated molecules kick away at great speeds, causing the vanes to revolve within the vacuum.

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Higher Power Fuel 2W Competition Set Higher Power Fuel 2W Competition Set
$399.95

Perfect for science labs, classroom demonstrations, and home hobby purposes! -- The Solar Hydrogen Generation Set includes a solar cell, a PEM reversible fuel cell, as well as oxygen and hydrogen gas containers. The set only needs pure water to create hydrogen and produce electricity. -- The solar panel measures 125mm x 155mm x 8mm with 2.2 VDC of voltage output at optimum power. The electrolyzer function specifications are as follows: Input Voltage: 1.7V ~ 2V (DC), Input Current: =0.7A at 2V, Hydrogen production rate: 5ml/min, Oxygen production rate: 2.5ml/min.

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Highest Power-To-Size Ratio Panels Highest Power-To-Size Ratio Panels
$36.95

Same cells as those used in space satellites. Lightweight and durably designed portable panels are 100% encapsulated, temperature and weather proof. Constructed on an aluminum substrate, 6/32" screw terminal outputs with spade lugs on 12" output wires. The "Folding Model" is hinged to double output and improve portability. It measures 11" x 8-3/4" closed and 11" x 17-1/2" open. -- GÇ£Single OutputGÇ¥ for recharging 6 volt batteries . -- Folding Twin PanelsGÇ¥ for recharging 12 or 24 volt batteries.

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Hydrogen Powered Hydrocar Hydrogen Powered Hydrocar
$89.95

Just Add Water For a Car Of the Future -- This vehicle coming straight from the year 2099 is running on clean hydrogen fuel using a next generation reversible Polymer Electrolyte Membrane (PEM) fuel cell. -- Its new design offers a futuristic feel for what transportation could look like in the next decades. Watch as oxygen and hydrogen gases are formed in two transparent containers in the back of the vehicle. -- The kit's fuel cell unit combines water electrolysis and fuel cell functions into one device. The car steers independently of the user once it hits a barrier, and cool blue LED lights flash from inside the cockpit.

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Multi-Volt Output Solar Panel Multi-Volt Output Solar Panel
$29.95

This advance design solar panel generates four different voltages (3V, 6V, 9V & 12V), can be used to charge 9V and GÇ£AAGÇ¥ batteries and works instantly under sunlight or stores energy for later use. A blocking diode prevents energy from flowing back to the solar panel at night. -- Specifications: -- **Advanced design with four different voltages -- **The solar panel consists of 3V, 6V, 9V and 12V output for different voltage requirements -- **An ideal and convenient power supply for charging mobile phones, MP3 players, R/C toys, flashlights and video games -- **LED indicator confirms that charging is occurring -- **Built-in blocking diode prevents current from flowing back to the solar panel at night -- **Works instantly under sunlight to run your appliances or stores the energy in the rechargeable battery for later use -- **Fast and safe. Fully charged batteries are detachable and ready for use -- **Full set of omni plug and cable wire provided for easy connection -- **Easy to carry with adjustable handle -- **Batteries are not included -- **Position 1: Solar output 3V 200mA -- **Position 2: Solar output 6V 100mA -- **Position 3: Solar output 9V 50mA -- **Position.4: Solar output 12V 50mA

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Solar Bottle Boats Kit Solar Bottle Boats Kit
$24.95

Build three vessels out of your recycled plastic beverage bottles then power them with the sun using the included 1/2 watt, waterproof solar panel. -- You can build a solar speed boat, an air boat, and a surface submarine. No batteries required. Includes solar panel, solar motor with wires, water propeller, air boat propeller, mounting tape, 5" metal shafts, wire nuts, complete instructions for three designs.

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Solar Cells - Thin Film Solar Cells - Thin Film
$12.95

The PowerFilm-« photovoltaic modules are based upon amorphous silicon technology applied to a durable polymer substrate 2 mils (0.05mm) thick using a true roll-to-roll manufacturing process. -- Finished modules are encapsulated in a variety of materials appropriate for the application use environment. Modules offer a new opportunity to solve the old problem of limited power for wireless electronics in both portable and remote electronic applications. -- PowerFilm Wireless Electronics modules are lightweight, paper-thin, and durable. Their thin profile enables them to be easily integrated with devices for solar recharging or direct power. Modules have been specifically developed to recharge AA, AAA, 6-volt and 12-volt batteries. For connection, just solder or crimp to the copper tape. -- Specifications: -- 30268-10 (MPT3.6-150) -- **Operating Voltage: 3.6 V -- **Operating Current: 100 mA -- **Typical Voc: 4.8 V -- **Typical Isc: 120 mA -- **Total Size: 74mm x 150mm (2.9 x 5.9 inches) -- **Aperature Size: 60mm x 150mm (2.4 x 5.9 inches) -- **Total Thickness: 0.2mm (8mil) -- **Weight: 3.1g (0.1oz) -- 30268-11 (MPT6-150) -- **Operating Voltage: 6 V -- **Operating Current: 100 mA -- **Typical Voc: 8 V -- **Typical Isc: 120 mA -- **Total Size: 74mm x 150mm (2.9 x 5.9 inches) -- **Aperature Size: 100mm x 150mm (3.9 x 5.9 inches) -- **Total Thickness: 0.2mm (8mil) -- **Weight: 4.6g (0.1oz -- 30268-12 (MPT7.2-75) -- **Operating Voltage: 7.2 V -- **Operating Current: 100 mA -- **Typical Voc: 10.5 V -- **Typical Isc: 120 mA -- **Total Size: 253mm x 75mm (10.0 x 3.0 inches) -- **Aperature Size: 240mm x 75 mm (9.5 x 3.0 inches) -- **Total Thickness: 0.6mm (24mil) -- **Weight: 12.9g (0.5oz)

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Solar Forever Light... Never Be Left In The Dark Again Solar Forever Light... Never Be Left In The Dark Again
$19.95

Energized by solar cells, the Forever Light is entirely self-contained! Battery is easily recharged-just expose to sunlight for 2 - 3 hours for weeks of intermittent use. Unique semi-conductor LED emits a brilliant yellow light. A simple squeeze turns light on. Miniature size (1 7/8").

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SOLAR i-101: Portable Pocket Solar Battery SOLAR i-101: Portable Pocket Solar Battery
$29.95

Charge Your Electronic Devices Anywhere -- Harness the power of the sun to recharge your personal MP3/MP4 players and cell phones. This battery is capable of charging 99% of all mobile phones or USB interface digital products with an operational voltage of 3.5-5 volts. -- Simply place the battery in direct sunlight and wait until it is fully charged, then plug in your device. Using solar energy, the battery is fully charged in just 10-15 hours. -- You can also charge the battery itself by using an electrical outlet in just five hours. The battery features a high solar-to-electric power transforming rate of over 15%, high temperature protection, and overcharge protection. -- Notes: -- - One hour of charging from direct sunlight provides about 1hour of mp3 playback. -- - When charging a cell phone directly from the sun, 60 minutes of sunlight will provide approximately 25 minutes of talk time and ten hours of standby time. -- - A fully charged SOLAR i101 will completely charge an average cell phone and many of them - even twice. -- Package Includes: -- SOLAR i101 charger, universal 12-volt wall adapter; cell phone adapter plugs (Samsung-«, Motorola-«, Nokia-«, mini-USB), universal cable, female standard USB adapter (powers iPod-«), and instruction manual. -- *ATTN: Due to appearance of weak and potentially hazardous copies on the market, Edmund Scientific has choosen this model because of its quality. -- Features: -- - High solar-to-electric power transforming rate (15%+) -- - Fast-charging of any mobile electronic devices -- - Professional overcharge protection circuit -- - High temperature protection -- - Battery charging time 0 to full via solar energy: 10-15hrs -- - Battery charging time 0 to full via USB/DC: 5hrs.

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SOLAR i-9005: Solar Battery SOLAR i-9005: Solar Battery
$99.95

Perfect for Business Trips, Camping Visits, and More -- Ideal for charging all of your portable devices such as PMP players, cell phones, iPods,and more, this portable, folding unit receives its power from the sun making it perfect for the frequent traveler. -- The Solar Battery i-9005 can be used for charging electronic devices or as a rechargeable Li-Ion Battery. With its adjustable voltage settings, double short-circuit protection, LED flashlight and overcharge protection circuit, the unit is a lightweight, environmentally friendly solution for charging and powering all of your portable devices. -- It features a high solar-to-electric power transformation rate of over 15%; intelligent voltage adjustment with overcharge protection circuit, thermal protection, and double short circuit protection; and adapters for charging multiple device platforms inlcuding USB. -- Additional Resources: -- Device Compatibility Chart

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Solar Motion Ferris Wheel Solar Motion Ferris Wheel
$39.95

Solar Powered Synergy and Beauty -- Bring back the memories of the county fair everyday with a beautifully crafted Ferris wheel sculpture. Powered by a solar panel and light from the included lamp or a nearby window, the Ferris wheel features authentic amusement park motion with each seat rotating in turn around the wheel. The silver chrome finish gives the lamp an antique appearance coupled with the modern movement of this solar desk sculpture.

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