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====== Is this solar generator good for me? ====== | ====== Is this solar generator good for me? ====== | ||
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+ | The way to find a solar generator fit for your needs is to comprehensively assess both your needs and the capabilities of the device under consideration. | ||
===== needs assessment ===== | ===== needs assessment ===== | ||
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- do your [[electrical: | - do your [[electrical: | ||
- assess [[12v: | - assess [[12v: | ||
- | - assess the [[electrical: | + | - assess the [[electrical: |
- assess the [[electrical: | - assess the [[electrical: | ||
+ | - figure out how long you need the unit to last. 1 year? 5 years? | ||
===== product assessment ===== | ===== product assessment ===== | ||
- | How well does this product under consideration meet the needs above? | + | Answering these questions will require reading the product [[lifestyle: |
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+ | * How well does the product under consideration meet the needs above? | ||
+ | * How effectively will it charge from your chosen sources? | ||
+ | * What is the chemistry of the internal batteries? | ||
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+ | If it meets your needs, does it do so at a price you are willing to pay? |