Technical data

The solar cell as a power source for LED

Article no: P9511500

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Principle

A red light-emitting diode requires approximately 2 V supply voltage, that means it cannot be operated with a single solar cell. The Pupil kit contains a solar battery which supplies the required voltage. The experiement should make clear how single solar cells can be combined so that they generate the same voltage as the solar battery: They have to be switched on in a row, so that their voltages can be added to each other. The solar battery uses the same principle.

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
The power supply used is versatile and is particularly suitable for pupil tests for all ages

Tasks

Can a light-emitting diode be operated with solar cells?

Scope of delivery

Straight connector module, SB	05601-01	2
Angled connector module, SB	05601-02	4
Interrupted connector module with sockets, SB	05601-04	2
Light emitting diode module red , SB	05654-00	1
Solar cell 3.3 x 6.5 cm, with plugs, 0.5 V, 330 mA	06752-09	2
Holder for solar cell 3.3 x 6.5 cm, with plugs	06752-08	1
Solar battery, 4 cells, with cable and connectors	06752-22	1
Measuring tape, l = 2 m	09936-00	1
Connecting cable, 32 A, red, various lengths	07360-01	1
Connecting cable, 32 A, blue, various lengths	07360-04	1
Halogen lamp with reflector, 12V / 20W	05780-00	1
Mount for halogen lamp with reflector	05781-00	1
Support base, separable for 2 rods	02001-00	1
PHYWE Digital multimeter, 600V AC/DC, 10A AC/DC, 20 MΩ, 200 µF, 20 kHz, −20°C…760°C	07122-00	1
PHYWE Power supply, 230 V,DC: 0...12 V, 2 A / AC: 6 V, 12 V, 5 A	13506-93	1