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Discover varied and relevant information on wind and solar energy, renewables, ranging from technical aspects to practical advice, to better understand and optimize the use of these energy sources. Explore our dedicated section to enrich your knowledge and stay updated on the latest industry news.
Lithium LiFePO batteries: understand, choose and optimize your installation
Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO₄) batteries have now become the reference for solar, wind, and hybrid installations in isolated sites or for self-consumption. Lighter, more dura
Voltage drop 12V 24V 48V in direct current: calculation, examples, and advice
In low voltage (DC), a few volts of loss can represent a lot of lost efficiency. This page explains how to estimate voltage drop, what goals to aim for, and how to choose a s
10 ways to charge your phone without energy
When traveling, hiking, or camping, you quickly wonder how to charge my phone without a power outlet. Fortunately, there are reliable solutions to charge a mobile phone even
What is a 12V or 24 Volts voltage converter used for
A voltage converter, sometimes called a 12V to 220V transformer, is an essential device for powering your electrical equipment during your travels, camping, in isolated sites,
Lower your electricity bills
Why save energy? Energy is a scarce resource: worldwide, not all inhabitants have access to it, or only have insufficient access. The use of energy consu
Batteries: starting, service, traction, marine
Whether for a car, a camper, a boat, or any other motorized equipment, batteries must meet very different characteristics depending on their use(s
Electrical wiring and connections
Designing domestic electricity means knowing how to use cables and their countless wires and characteristics. It also means knowing how to properly manage the various necessary connections.
Calculation of the power of a three-phase motor
In a three-phase electrical installation, it happens that the currents themselves do not have the same effective value, the same phase shift, or even a sinusoidal shape (such as a current at
12V power supply calculation for laptop
How to calculate and choose the power of a 12 Volt cigarette lighter inverter for powering a laptop of 15, 16, 18, 19, 20, 22, or 24 volts? The power corresponds to the consump
Calculation of electrical cable cross-section
Are you installing a solar panel, a voltage converter, a battery, a wind turbine, or LED lighting in a camper, a boat, a garden shed, or an isolated system? Very good
Motorcycle and quad battery charger
Whether or not you use your motorcycle or quad during the winter, it is wise to have a battery charger in your 'toolkit'. It will serve you either to keep your battery charged
Choosing between a quasi-sine and a pure sine converter
Lighting, coffee maker, stove, oven, vacuum cleaner, radio, cathode-ray tube television or plasma screen, computer, and measuring equipment do not have the same needs in terms of electrical signal quality. That
How to choose your battery?
Are you wondering which battery to choose for your solar installation or your camper van? This is an essential question because a poor battery or incorrect sizing can compromi
How to choose a 12 - 220 Volts converter?
✔ Principles and Use A voltage converter (or inverter) allows you to switch from direct current (for example, from a 12V voltage, that of a car or camper van battery) to an al
How to choose a solar charger battery?
To properly choose a solar charger battery, it is necessary to check several criteria: the devices that can be recharged, the charging power, the number of supported charge cycles
How to install an energy meter?
The installation of an energy meter must be carried out by someone knowledgeable about electrical devices. Before handling wires and devices, one must ensure the absence of
Pure sine converter: the safety precautions no one talks about!
Two cheap tricks to increase the longevity of a pure sine wave inverter! ✔ Install a fuse holder at the input of the pure sine wave inverter. Never connect the pure sine wave inverter directly
Tips for disconnecting a battery
Follow this simple and safe tutorial to disconnect and then reconnect a car battery without risking a short circuit or damaging the wiring. Most vehicles have a negative ground (–)
Onboard energy how to choose your electrical equipment?
We told you in a previous article that we would follow Claude in the choice and preparation of his boat for the Atlantic crossing. Here is the second article that
Operation of a grid-tie inverter
Using a grid-tie inverter for a wind turbine or solar power is a way to quickly reduce your electricity bills. This device is usable for all types of wind turbines or
Info on batteries - parallel and series installation
Understanding batteries: more complex than it seems To an untrained eye, a battery may seem simple to use. However, its operation is based on complex electrochemical principles
Solar, wind installation how to connect the different equipment together?
You are probably wondering about your solar or wind installation, specifically how to connect the different electrical equipment together? One of our readers kindly shared with us
The differences between AGM and GEL batteries, to help you in your choice
If you have a solar installation, a camper van, a boat, or a 4x4, you have probably already wondered whether to choose a GEL or AGM battery. These two battery-based technologies
Produce your energy for the home!
Quebec has 112 citizens, merchants, and farmers who produce electricity, according to Hydro-Québec figures. Should the province take inspiration from Ontario, which much more encourages
What electricity do you really consume at home?
Radiators, oven, vacuum cleaner: which household appliances are the most energy-consuming? Discover in an infographic which ones to unplug first to avoid overconsumption during the cold wave
What can be done with 1kWh?
Understanding what 1 kWh (or 1 kWh) corresponds to helps manage your electricity consumption and bill. This page summarizes the definition, useful conversions, and everyday examples
What is a converter?
A voltage converter is connected to the batteries from which it receives current and on which you plug in the electrical devices you wish to operate.
Battery Connection Diagram
Car battery wire connection – simple and safe diagram Objective: avoid sparks near the battery and protect the alternator. Connect the red cable (+) to the positive terminal of the battery
Everything you need to know about a 12V 230V converter in five minutes flat!
Are you looking to convert 12V to 220V to power your electrical devices away from the EDF grid? Whether in a camper van, an isolated site, or on a trip, the 12V 230V voltage converter is
Transforming vibrations into electricity
The Wind Power Counter presents an invention that converts mechanical vibrations into electricity for recharging batteries. The system combines a low-consumption motor, permanent magnet
Hybrid Simulator
Estimate in 30 seconds the annual production of your hybrid kit (wind + solar) according to your site: height, turbulence, orientation, and shading.