Technical data

The solar cell as a diode

Article no: P9511600

Principle

The pupils should become familiar with the behavior of a solar cell which is not being illuminated. In doing this, a DC voltage is applied to the the cell and it is ascertained whether a current is flowing, with the aid of a light bulb. Then the polarity of the voltage is reversed.

Benefits

Experiment is part of a complete solution set with a total of 26 experiments for Renewable Energy solar cells, wind power, water power
Safe experimentation: the lamp is protected against touch, the housing is well ventilated with the aid of holes and is only slightly heated
Doubled learning success: Electric circuit diagram on top, real components can be seen at the bottom

Tasks

How does a cell which is not illuminated behave within a DC circuit?

Place the solar cell, with the white side (platen) looking up, on the table and observe what happens with each of the possible polarities of the DC circuit.

Scope of delivery

Angled connector module, SB	05601-02	4
Interrupted connector module with sockets, SB	05601-04	2
Socket module for incandescent lamp E10, SB	05604-00	1
Straight connector module, SB	05601-01	1
Filament lamps 4V/0.04A, E10, 10	06154-03	1
Solar cell 3.3 x 6.5 cm, with plugs, 0.5 V, 330 mA	06752-09	1
Connecting cable, 32 A, red, various lengths	07360-01	1
Connecting cable, 32 A, blue, various lengths	07360-04	1
PHYWE Power supply, 230 V, DC: 0...12 V, 2 A / AC: 6 V, 12 V, 5 A	13506-93	1