Thursday, February 23rd, 2012

 

 

Top Alternate Energy DIY Gear

 

Everything you need to setup your home with Solar and/or Wind power. Help save the planet and your wallet by utilizing natural energy sources today

 


Xantrex 802-1500 XPower 1,500 Watt Portable Powerpack (see video)

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Total Customer Reviews: (55)
List Price: $375.00
The XPower Powerpack 1500 is a portable power system that produces household electricity for products rated at 1500 watts or less. A clean and quiet alternative to a generator, the XPower Powerpack integrates a 60 Amp/hour AGM battery with a 1500-watt inverter and produces a 3000-watt surge. This system is built to run a range of appliances such as[Read More]


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Cobra CPI-A4000BC 4-AWG Heavy-Duty AC Power Inverter Cable Kit

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Total Customer Reviews: (26)
List Price: $22.89
The Cobra 4-AWG Heavy-Duty AC Power Inverter Cable Kit is ideal for installing professional grade power inverters in vehicle or shop applications. This pack includes one 10-foot 4-gauge red power cable, one 10-foot 4-gauge black ground cable, and one 8-foot 8-gauge chassis ground cable. These wires come with battery terminal connectors and tinned[Read More]


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Brunton 26 Watt Foldable Solar Array

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Total Customer Reviews: (29)
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Representing the next generation of solar panel technology, the Solaris 26 maximizes performance while taking up virtually no space at all. The unit's multi-section design folds up into a compact footprint that's just a bit larger than a DVD case, while still delivering an impressive 26 watts of power, more than enough to charge a laptop or digital[Read More]


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Xantrex Technologies Prosine 1000 Prosine 1,000 to 1,500-Watt Power Inverter

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Total Customer Reviews: (4)
List Price: $599.00
Features backlit LCD graphical output display that can be mounted on unit in four positions or used remotely. Inverter protects against automatic overload, short circuit, over temp, reverse polarity, AC backfeed and over/under input voltage. Standard duplex outlet, 85% efficiency at a full load, 12V.


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Cobra CPI 1575 1500 Watt 12 Volt DC to 120 Volt AC Power Inverter

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Total Customer Reviews: (92)
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This inverter provides household power on the go. It converts battery power to 120 V AC household power, allowing you to power up office equipment and household appliances from your vehicle. This unit is ideal for such appliances as microwave ovens (1000 watts or less), coffeemakers, laptops, TVs, video game consoles, CD and DVD players, cell phone[Read More]


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Cobra CPI 880 800 Watt 12 Volt DC to 120 Volt AC Power Inverter with 5 Volt USB output

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Total Customer Reviews: (40)
List Price: $42.54
The Cobra CPI 880 is a 12 volt DC to 120 volt AC power inverter with 800 watts continuous power handling and 1600 Watts peak power. This unit contains a 5 volt USB output, modified sine wave, thermal shutdown, reverse polarity protection, low voltage shutdown, low voltage alarm, external fuse, 2 grounded AC receptacles, and direct- to battery cabl[Read More]


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Brunton Solar Controller 12-Volt Battery Charge Monitor

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Total Customer Reviews: (12)
List Price: $16.16
Keep your 10-watt or larger solar panels from overcharging your 12-volt battery with the Brunton Solar Controller battery charge monitor. Even the best solar panel in the world loses its luster when it overcharges your car battery and creates a steaming pool of acid and battery scuzz on the driveway. The Solar Controller overcomes this by maintaini[Read More]


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HQRP Solar Power Controller 10Amp 150W with Digital LED Display plus HQRP Coaster

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Total Customer Reviews: (17)
List Price: $29.91
Products trademarked HQRP® are marketed and sold exclusively by Osprey-Talon. Regulations point: 14.4 Volts; Low voltage Disconnect: 11.1V Volts; Low voltage Reconnect: 13.1 Volts; Microcontroller digital accuracy; Type of Charging: Series PWM & stat of charge(SOC); 4 Stages: equalization, PWM, Boost and Float, temperature compensated charging; El[Read More]


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Sunforce 60032 30 Amp Digital Charge Controller

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Total Customer Reviews: (34)
List Price: $78.52
The Sunforce 60032 30 Amp Digital Charge Controller prevents overcharging of 12-volt batteries. It is intended for use with 12-volt solar panels, and can handle up to 30 amps of array current and up to 500 watts of solar power. The controller will continuously display the charging current or battery voltage on the LCD digital meter, and also automa[Read More]


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Sunforce 7 Amp Charge Controller

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Total Customer Reviews: (52)
List Price: $17.12
The Sunforce 60012 7 Amp Charge Controller prevents overcharging of 12-volt batteries. It is intended for use with 12-volt solar panels, and can handle up to 7 amps of array current and up to 100 watts of solar power. The controller is easy to use with a charging light that indicates that your battery is charging, and a green light that indicates a[Read More]


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Sunforce 45455 Wind Generator 30′ Tower Kit

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Total Customer Reviews: (1)
List Price: $379.90
The Sunforce Wind Generator 30-Foot Tower Kit supports wind generators, such as the Sunforce 44447 Whisper 100 900 Watt Wind Generator, up to 30 feet. This all-weather tower kit is easy to assemble, and an excellent choice for almost any portable wind generator. The kit includes a plastic bag, manual, wire ties, guy wire plate stampings, hardware b[Read More]


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Sunforce 44444 12-Volt 400-Watt Wind Generator

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Total Customer Reviews: (26)
List Price: $470.17
The Sunforce 44444 12-Volt 400-Watt Wind Generator harnesses the power of the wind to provide you with clean, free renewable energy. Not only can it lower your electric bill at home, but it's also a great choice for generating electricity at cabins and worksites far from existing power lines. With compatible equipment, Sunforce wind generators can [Read More]


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Optima Batteries 8014-045 D34/78 YellowTop Dual Purpose Battery

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Total Customer Reviews: (38)
List Price: $184.95
Optima D34/78 YellowTop battery provides the extra performance and deep-cycling capability that your vehicle demands if it has a lot of accessories like running lights, high-performance stereo/AV system, winches, or hydraulics. The unique SpiralCell design provides a strong and clean power source, ensuring the safety of you, your family and the env[Read More]


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Optima Batteries 8052-161 D31M BlueTop Dual Purpose Battery

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Total Customer Reviews: (30)
List Price: $210.00
Optima D31M BlueTop is designed as a dual purpose battery, both starting and deep cycle for people who need a sure-starting, strong cranking, and maintenance free power source for their boat or RV, even in harsh conditions. The unique SpiralCell design provides a strong and clean power source, ensuring the safety of you, your family and the environ[Read More]


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Sunforce 50048 60-Watt Solar Charging Kit

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Total Customer Reviews: (109)
List Price: $279.95
The Sunforce 50048 60-Watt Solar Charging Kit gives you several more reasons to love the sun. It provides the power you need, while helping you save money and protect the environment. This kit is ideal for cabins, recreational vehicles, remote power, back-up power, and 12-volt battery charging. It comes with everything you need to start producing u[Read More]


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Sunforce 39626 160-Watt High-Efficiency Polycrystalline Solar Power Kit

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Total Customer Reviews: (6)
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The Sunforce 39626 160-Watt High-Efficiency Polycrystalline Solar Power Kit will give you several more reasons to love the sun. It provides the power you need, while helping you save money and protect the environment. This kit is ideal for cabins, recreational vehicles, remote power, back-up power, and 12-volt battery charging. It comes with everyt[Read More]


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Sunforce 39305 650-Watt High-Efficiency Polycrystalline Solar Power Kit

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Total Customer Reviews: (4)
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The Sunforce 39305 650-Watt High-Efficiency Polycrystalline Solar Power Kit will give you several more reasons to love the sun. It provides the power you need, while helping you save money and protect the environment. This kit is ideal for cabins, recreational vehicles, remote power, back-up power, and 12-volt battery charging. It comes with everyt[Read More]


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Duracell DPP-600HD Powerpack 600 Jump Starter & Emergency Power Source with Radio

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Total Customer Reviews: (272)
List Price: $162.43
Households around the world trust Duracell for high-quality, long-lasting batteries. As part of their industry-leading line of superior quality power products, Duracell has created highly reliable, rugged portable power solutions that you can count on in any situation. From power outages and roadside emergencies to remote jobsites and the great[Read More]


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