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Eisco
Solar Cell and Motor Demo Set

 Solar Cell and Motor Demo Set

Conduct practical experiments with this solar-energy demonstration set.

The set consists of two plastic boxes. One contains a solar panel, the other houses a low-consumption motor with fan, a buzzer and an LED. All are readily available for conducting a series of solar-powered activities.

  • Learn solar energy basics
  • Includes: solar panel, motor with fan, buzzer, LED & connecting leads
  • Eisco type PH1321
 

Price

   

Rapid Electronics Code

£27.10

   

52-3353

 

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Solar Cell Module - 0.45V 200ma

 Solar Cell Module - 0.45V 200ma

Fully encapsulated solar cell module mounted in black polycarbonate case. This product can be used as a power source in a circuit when under a strong direct light.

  • Output voltage 0.45V
  • Output current 200mA
  • Fitted with threaded stud terminals and a copper busbar
  • Dimensions 53 x 26 x 7.5mm
 

Price

   

Rapid Electronics Code

£3.20

   

37-0432

 

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Solar Charger Panel 3V

 Solar Charger Panel 3V

A fully encapsulated assembly comprising eight individual cells producing an output of 3V, 100mA maximum.

  • Can be used as a power source for low current equipment or for trickle charging AAA or AA size rechargeable batteries
  • Fitted with a hinged mounting bracket
  • Output is via a 1.8m cable, terminated with red and black crocodile clips and a 1.3mm walkman type DC power plug
  • Dimensions: 95 x 65 x 7.5mm

Please note that, if mounted outdoors, the solar panel will require a waterproof housing, (not included). Good results can be obtained by mounting the solar panel in a window.

 

Price

   

Rapid Electronics Code

£11.46

   

42-0240

 

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Sol Expert
- Solar Motor With Drive - Voltage Range 0.4-5.9V

 - Solar Motor With Drive - Voltage Range 0.4-5.9V

This solar motor with drive from Sol Expert has been designed for the Mabuchi RF300CA solar motor and is equipped with a pleasant rotation speed of about 16rpm, which can be reached at 0.5V and the 27:1 ratio. Ideal for all models that are supposed to rotate slowly.

  • Two selectable speeds
  • Start-up voltage: 0.4V
  • Voltage range: 0.4-5.9V
  • Start-up current: 25mA
  • Shaft diameter: 2mm
  • Speed: 10-100rpm
  • Axle length: up to 30mm
  • Connection: 7cm cable
  • Dimensions: 38 x 25mm without axle
  • Manufacturer's part RF300CA
 

Price

   

Rapid Electronics Code

£4.64

   

60-3847

 

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Sol Expert
26780 - Solar Satellite Wood Kit - 230 x 225 x 116mm

 26780 - Solar Satellite Wood Kit - 230 x 225 x 116mm

This solar satellite wood kit from Sol Expert is just like the real thing, as the satellites orbit the globe. Another great feature of this model is the new solar drive. Thanks to a coil-magnetic drive, the model does not require direct sunlight; bright environmental light is fully sufficient. A true innovation!

  • Age class: 10 years and over
  • Material: wood
  • Dimensions: 23 x 22.5 x 16cm
  • Rotation: 20rpm
  • Manufacturer's part 26780
Not suitable for children under 3 years, risk of choking on small parts.
 

Price

   

Rapid Electronics Code

£8.21

   

60-3895

 

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Sol Expert
40005 - Solar Mini-Windmill - 100 x 40mm

 40005 - Solar Mini-Windmill - 100 x 40mm

This solar mini-windmill from Sol Expert gets going at sunny places like window ledges or in the balcony. Once enough sunlight falls on the solar cells, the blades start rotating without any fatigue. These lasered components guarantee an easy installation, and with its compact dimensions, the model finds a nice place everywhere. Naturally the model can also be painted any number of times, making it a classic eye-catcher with excellent looks.

  • True-to-detail solar model
  • High-quality solar cell
  • Age category: 8 years and over
  • Height: 100mm
  • Width: 40mm
  • Manufacturer's part 40005

Note: Not suitable for children below 3 years, choking hazard through parts that can be swallowed.

 

Price

   

Rapid Electronics Code

£5.23

   

60-3857

 

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Sol Expert
40009 - Solar Windmill - 220 x 210mm

 40009 - Solar Windmill - 220 x 210mm

This solar windmill from Sol Expert is a beautiful kit with great effects - when there is enough light to charge the solar cell, the windmill's sails start to rotate. A great model for decorating your windowsill or other sunny places. The laser-cut components make the assembly a piece of cake.

  • True-to-detail solar model
  • High-quality solar cell
  • Laser-cut components
  • Height: 22cm
  • Width: 21cm
  • Ages: from 8 years
  • Manufacturer's part 40009

Note: Not suitable for children below 3 years, choking hazard through parts that can be swallowed.

 

Price

   

Rapid Electronics Code

£7.87

   

60-3865

 

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Sol Expert
40011 - American Solar-Windmill - 100 x 200mm

 40011 - American Solar-Windmill - 100 x 200mm

This american solar-windmill from Sol Expert is an old-fashioned wind system used in windy and remote places for pumping water or oil. In the model the integrated solar cells supplies power to the motor of the propeller when sunlight falls on it. The detailed kit can be mounted easily, and is quite simply a beautiful model with a special technological radiance.

  • True-to-detail solar model
  • High-quality solar cell
  • Age category: 10 years and over
  • Width: 100mm
  • Height: 200mm
  • Manufacturer's part 40011

Note: Not suitable for children below 3 years, choking hazard through parts that can be swallowed.

 

Price

   

Rapid Electronics Code

£8.62

   

60-3859

 

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Sol Expert
40260 - Solar Helicopter - 65 x 180 x 125mm

 40260 - Solar Helicopter - 65 x 180 x 125mm

This solar helicopter kit from Sol Expert allows you to quickly and conveniently enter the world of solar energy. The kit can be assembled completely without glue and nails, thanks to the laser-cut wood pieces. As soon as adequate light falls on the solar cells, the rotor starts rotating - a must-have model for any helicopter fan!

  • Age class: 8 years and over
  • Highly detailed solar model
  • High quality solar cell
  • Laser cut parts
  • Dimensions: 6.5 x 18 x 12.5cm (H x L x W)
  • Manufacturer's part 40260
Not suited for children below 3 years of age, there is a risk of suffocation by small parts that may be swallowed.
 

Price

   

Rapid Electronics Code

£7.87

   

60-3878

 

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Sol Expert
40280 - Solar Triple-Decker Airplane - Length 180mm, Span 140mm

 40280 - Solar Triple-Decker Airplane - Length 180mm, Span 140mm

This solar airplane from Sol Expert is a detailed, beautiful model of a triple-decker combining flyer elegance and the latest solar technology. The wooden parts are made of birch plywood and have been lasered precisely to guarantee an easy assembly. The triple-decker is a real eyecatcher, whose propeller starts rotating once adequate light falls on the solar cell - giving the impression that the plane is starting to rise.

  • True-to-detail solar model
  • High-quality solar cell
  • With a length of 18cm and a span width of 14cm
  • Suitable starting from 8 years
  • Manufacturer's part 40280

Note: Not suitable for children below 3 years, choking hazard through parts that can be swallowed.

 

Price

   

Rapid Electronics Code

£11.08

   

60-3869

 

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Sol Expert
40295 - Solar Kit Lighthouse Starlight - Height 200mm

 40295 - Solar Kit Lighthouse Starlight - Height 200mm

This solar lighthouse kit from Sol Expert is a beautiful construction kit with a fantastic effect.

The rechargeable power pack is charged as soon as enough light falls on the solar cell. When it gets dark, and the model is switched on, an LED lights up that gets brighter and darker rhythmically, therefore simulating a real lighthouse function. When it gets bright again, the model switches off independently and the LED goes out. The lighthouse is perfect as a nightlight or as an "illuminated decoration" where light accents are desired at night.

  • Age class: 12 years and over
  • Longlife power pack and processor-controlled charging technology - charges up to 3000 times!
  • Height: 20cm
  • All wooden parts are prefabricated
  • Manufacturer's part 40295
 

Price

   

Rapid Electronics Code

£22.06

   

60-3701

 

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Sol Expert
40305 - Solar F1 Race Car Kit - 170mm x 50mm

 40305 - Solar F1 Race Car Kit - 170mm x 50mm

This solar F1 racing car from Sol Expert is a lightning fast solar race car with front headlights which also works in the dark! A battery, charged by the solar module, allows Solar Racer F1 to reach high speeds and makes light work of slopes. During the day, the battery recharges with sunlight allowing the car to remain ready at all times. The car is supplied as a construction set with battery included.

  • Age class: 12 years and over
  • Length of 17cm and a sporty 5cm high
  • Manufacturer's part 40305

Note: Not suitable for children under 3 years of age, danger of choking on small parts.

 

Price

   

Rapid Electronics Code

£15.85

   

60-3702

 

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Sol Expert
46013 - 6 in 1 Solar Model Kit

 46013 - 6 in 1 Solar Model Kit

This 6 in 1 solar model kit from Sol Expert has a a powerful 1V/60mA solar cell and refined 2-stage gear unit, plus over 40 parts of construction kit which can be assembled and disassembled to create outstanding models. As a result, 6 different models can be built, which can drive, fly, swim and rotate. The wind turbine, for example, has a total height of over 23cm. The construction kit is suitable for children aged 10 and older, and includes a very detailed manual.

  • Age class: 8 years and over
  • No. of experiments: 6Solar robotSolar helicopterSolar windmillSolar fan boatSolar aeroplaneSolar car
  • Material of plastic parts: ABS
  • Manufacturer's part 46013

Note: Not suitable for children below 3 years, choking hazard through parts that can be swallowed.

 

Price

   

Rapid Electronics Code

£9.72

   

60-3860

 

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Sol Expert
46125 - Solar Cricket - 20 x 50 x 20mm

 46125 - Solar Cricket - 20 x 50 x 20mm

This solar cricket from Sol Expert reacts when sunlight shines on the solar cell, as the insect shakes with delight and begins a true dance of joy! This is enabled by a vibration motor that literally shakes the model and thus sets it in motion.

  • Age class: 8 years and over
  • Height: 20mm
  • Length: 50mm
  • Width: 20mm
  • Manufacturer's part 46125

Note: Not suitable for children below 3 years, choking hazard through parts that can be swallowed.

 

Price

   

Rapid Electronics Code

£4.33

   

60-3892

 

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Sol Expert
47151 - Solar Mini Racing Car Kit - 19 x 42 x 30mm

 47151 - Solar Mini Racing Car Kit - 19 x 42 x 30mm

This Solar mini racing car kit from Sol Expert When subjected to bright artificial light or full sun it begins to drive! It is fascinating what can be moved with such a small solar module.

  • Age class: 8 years and over
  • Height: 19mm
  • Length: 42mm
  • Width: 30mm
  • Manufacturer's part 47151

Note: Not suitable for children below 3 years, choking hazard through parts that can be swallowed.

 

Price

   

Rapid Electronics Code

£4.62

   

60-3893

 

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Sol Expert
47170 - Solar Kit Vehicle Apollo - 70 x 40 x 30mm

 47170 - Solar Kit Vehicle Apollo - 70 x 40 x 30mm

This solar car kit from Sol Expert truly shines with its aerodynamic design and simple assembly. The recreated solar race car takes off as soon as it is placed in the sunlight, and has an extra large solar cell assuring an abundance of "speed"!

  • Age class: 10 years and over
  • Dimensions 7 x 4 x 3cm
  • Manufacturer's part 47170

Note: Not suitable for children under 3 years of age, danger of choking on small parts.

 

Price

   

Rapid Electronics Code

£3.90

   

60-3700

 

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Sol Expert
60010 Monocrystalline Solar Cells 0.50V 0.77A 50 x 50mm

 60010 Monocrystalline Solar Cells 0.50V 0.77A 50 x 50mm

These monocrystalline solar cells 0.50V 0.77A 50 x 50mm from Sol Expert are ideal for powering solar motors or combining them with your personal solar generator.

  • Short circuit current: 850mA
  • Nominal current: 770mA
  • Nominal voltage: 0.5V
  • Width: 50mm
  • Length: 50mm
  • Manufacturer's part 60010
 

Price

   

Rapid Electronics Code

£5.72

   

49-2834

 

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Sol Expert
77774 - Solar Drive Basic Set Screw Pack of 20 Kits

 77774 - Solar Drive Basic Set Screw Pack of 20 Kits

This solar drive basic set from Sol Expert is ideal as a class kit as it offers the chance to experiment with solar equipement. Providing 0.5V voltage and 330mA (max), the crystalline solar equipment has a very high efficiency cast in a base plate for stability. To facilitate installation, the solar module SM330 has two screw terminals that transform the connection of the solar motor RF300 into a breeze. Just penetrate the cable into the terminal and screw, and your module is ready for use. Solar motor RF300 is renowned for its reliability and starts your model without any complication. The engine and solar cells complement each other perfectly to provide optimum efficiency, while the propeller of 9.5cm ideally complements the kit.

Light is required: in dark rooms and by poorly lit or illuminated neon lamps or low-energy light bulbs, each cell provides very little electricity - it follows that the engine cannot run. But if the solar cell receives direct sunlight or a halogen lamp, the solar cell can deliver enough electricity to produce a continuous rotation of the propeller. The light of a powerful flashlight is also sufficient to populate the model, provided it is placed very close to the cell.

  • Experimentation or a class set for school
  • Cell breakage is impossible
  • Includes over 60 pieces
  • Set weight: 0.565kg
  • Manufacturer's part 77774

Supplied with: 20x solar cells SM330 with screw terminals, size: 33 x 60mm, 20x RF solar engine 300 with a connecting cable 15cm, ø 25mm, shaft ø2 mm, shaft length 10mm, height 14mm shaftless and 20x propellers, ø 9.5cm, axis for the RF300 motor 2mm.

 

Price

   

Rapid Electronics Code

£79.09

   

60-3697

 

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Sol Expert
77776 - Solar Impulse Set Of Sunshine With Solder - Over 60 Pieces

 77776 - Solar Impulse Set Of Sunshine With Solder - Over 60 Pieces

This solar impulse set from Sol Expert is ideal as a class kit as it offers the chance to experiment with solar equipement. Providing 0.5V voltage and 100mA (max), the crystalline solar equipment has a very high efficiency cast in a base plate for stability. The solar cell SM330L is equipped with 2 solder pads that can easily be fixed to the solar motor, while pictorial instructions are included in the kit to describe the procedure. Solar motor RF300 is renowned for its reliability and starts your model without any complication. The engine and solar cells complement each other perfectly to provide optimum efficiency, while the propeller of 9.5cm ideally complements the kit.

Light is required: in dark rooms and by poorly lit or illuminated neon lamps or low-energy light bulbs, each cell provides very little electricity - it follows that the engine cannot run. But as soon as the solar cell receives sunlight it can produce up to 100mA of electricity. As the solar motor RF300 requires only a power load of 25mA to operate, it is enough to cause reserve movements and rotations. It's amazing what this little solar cell can cause such movements with just a little sun.

  • Experimentation or a class set for school
  • Cell breakage is impossible
  • Includes over 60 pieces
  • Set weight: 0.565kg
  • Manufacturer's part 77776

Supplied with: 20x SM80L solar cells with solder pads, size: 45 x 25mm, 20x RF solar engine 300 with a connecting cable 15cm, ø 25mm, shaft 2mm, shaft length 10mm, height 14mm shaftless and 20x screws, Ø 9,5cm, shaft for motor RF300 2mm.

 

Price

   

Rapid Electronics Code

£55.75

   

60-3699

 

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Sol Expert
80004 - Solar-Experimenting Kit New Generation

 80004 - Solar-Experimenting Kit New Generation

This solar-experimenting kit from Sol Expert shows what is possible these days with PV-techniques.

The application range can be explained as insel-or network parallel unit, but also current issues such as tracking systems and roof elevations can be explored experimentally. The 24-pages manual informs about the type of technique and offers interesting experiments for photovoltaic, in detail. Measured value can be captured optically or with multimeter (this is optional).

Supplied with: 2 mono crystal solar cells, solar-set point and wooden column, leads with aligator clips, solar motor, transparencies and user manual.

  • Age class: 10 years and over
  • Manufacturer's part 80004

Note: Not suitable for children below 3 years, choking hazard through parts that can be swallowed.

 

Price

   

Rapid Electronics Code

£15.28

   

60-3866

 

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Sol Expert
SOH - Solar House Sunshine Villa - 120 x 115 x 112mm

 SOH - Solar House Sunshine Villa - 120 x 115 x 112mm

This solar house/villa from Sol Expert reacts well to a sunny area, as the built-in battery is recharged by the solar cells. At dusk the light automatically goes on and enlightens the windows. The solar house is delivered as a kit and needs to be assembled. Consequently, only recommended for building by ages 12 years or over.

  • True-to-detail solar model
  • High-quality solar cell
  • Glows after darkness falls
  • Age category: 12 years and over
  • Length: 12cm
  • Height: 11.5cm
  • Width: 11.2cm
  • Manufacturer's part SOH

Note: Not suitable for children below 3 years, choking hazard through parts that can be swallowed.

 

Price

   

Rapid Electronics Code

£14.21

   

60-3868

 

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Sol Expert
SWM - SolarWatermill - 190 x 120 x 95mm

 SWM - SolarWatermill - 190 x 120 x 95mm

This solar watermill from Sol Expert is a detailed model of a water mill operated with a premium solar cell. The sunlight strikes the solar cell and the watermill starts to rotate untiringly. Most modern finishing techniques provide this model with high fitting accuracy! The 3mm thick beech wood can be coloured as you wish after the mounting, making it a suitable decoration.

  • True-to-detail solar model
  • High-quality solar cell
  • Glows after darkness falls
  • Age category: 8 years and over
  • Dimensions: 19 x 12 x 9.5cm (L x H x W)
  • Manufacturer's part SWM

Note: Not suitable for children below 3 years, choking hazard through parts that can be swallowed.

 

Price

   

Rapid Electronics Code

£12.18

   

60-3864

 

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TruOpto
OPL30A10101 Solar Module 3V 100mA 0.3W 60x48x3mm with 20cm Flying Leads

 OPL30A10101 Solar Module 3V 100mA 0.3W 60x48x3mm with 20cm Flying Leads

The TruOpto 3V solar module measures only 60 x 48 x 3mm (2.36 x 1.90 x 0.12in) making it ideal for compact outdoor jobs. Made from high efficiency crystalline silicon this module is designed to be durable, with a long working life.

  • Supplied with 20cm output leads (red and black)
  • Protected to IP65
 

Price

   

Rapid Electronics Code

£4.00

   

56-0124

 

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TruOpto
OPL50A23101 90x125x3mm Solar Module 5V 1.15W

 OPL50A23101 90x125x3mm Solar Module 5V 1.15W

OPL50A23101 Solar cell module, 5.0V, 230mA, 1.15W 90 x 125 x 3mm with pre-installed output leads 300mm 24AWG red and black.

 

Price

   

Rapid Electronics Code

£11.56

   

55-0016

 

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