January 22, 2015

Solar Ammo Box Generator Video Overview

Here's a YouTube video that provides a general overview...

January 10, 2015

Solar Ammo Box Generator Project - Solar Panel and Frame

I purchased an ALEKO 50W panel from Amazon for my ammo box solar generator and I'm very happy with it. It comes with a...

January 9, 2015

Solar Ammo Box Generator Project - Prototype 3

by Matt Lesak

In this post, I show the finished product with the replacement of the cheap solar charge controller with a real one...

January 8, 2015

Solar Ammo Box Generator Project - Prototype 2

by Matt Lesak

I wanted to share some pictures of the 2nd prototype. This unit still contains the generic...

January 3, 2015

Solar Ammo Box Generator Project - Prototype 1

by Matt Lesak

I wanted to build something from scratch that would challenge me to apply what I've learned so far on this journey. I've read several books & blogs, watch numerous YouTube videos...

October 18, 2014

Harbor Freight Solar Kit - My First Project

by Matt Lesak

After much research and education, I decided to keep things simple and affordable. I ended up purchasing the Harbor Freight 45W Solar Kit. There is no shortages of opinions out there in regards to this kit. Just search...

March 20, 2014

Solar Generator Project - Kickoff

by Matt Lesak

I'm in the early stages of educating and scoping out what it would take to build a solar generator...