Solar Windmill Kit Overview
The T-M196 Solar Windmill DIY Learning Kit is a beginner-friendly STEM project that demonstrates how sunlight can be converted to electrical energy to create mechanical motion. This hands-on kit combines a solar panel, a low-voltage DC motor, and windmill blades to create a working solar-powered windmill that is perfect for classrooms, science fairs, and home learning.
Key Benefits
- Clear demonstration of solar power conversion and energy flow
- Builds practical skills in basic circuitry, mechanics, and problem solving
- Encourages environmental awareness and interest in renewable energy
- Fast assembly ideal for lesson plans and timed class activities
Features and Highlights
- Solar-Powered Motion: Direct conversion of sunlight into mechanical energy using an included solar panel and DC motor
- Learn Renewable Energy: Teaches fundamentals of solar panels, electricity, and motion
- Rotating Windmill Blades: Propeller blades spin under sunlight or strong artificial light
- STEM Educational Focus: Promotes physics, engineering thinking, and sustainability concepts
- DIY Assembly: Simple plug-and-play components with no soldering required
- Eco-Friendly Design: Uses solar power so no batteries are required during demonstration
Package Contents
- Pre-cut wooden or plastic windmill components
- Solar panel
- DC motor (low voltage)
- Connecting wires and assembly screws
- Propeller / windmill blades
- Base stand
- Instruction manual with step-by-step guide
Specifications
- Model: T-M196
- Material: Wood, plastic, and electronic components
- Power Source: Solar panel (no batteries required)
- Motor Type: Low-voltage DC motor
- Working Voltage: 3V to 5V (dependent on light intensity)
- Skill Level: Beginner
- Estimated Assembly Time: 20 to 30 minutes
Educational Value for STEM and Renewable Energy Learning
- Illustrates how solar energy is converted into motion and mechanical work
- Introduces students to basic electrical circuits and motor operation
- Supports lessons on sustainability, green technologies, and energy efficiency
- Develops hands-on building, observation, and problem-solving skills
Assembly and Classroom Use
Assembly is straightforward: follow the included instruction manual to mount the motor and blades, connect the wires to the solar panel, and secure the assembly on the base stand. The kit requires no soldering or advanced tools, making it suitable for group builds and guided classroom activities.
Tips and Safety
- Test the kit outdoors or under a strong desk lamp to ensure adequate light for motor operation
- Handle small parts and screws carefully to avoid loss or injury
- Supervise younger students during assembly and electrical connections
- Store the small components in a container to keep the kit organized between lessons
Ideal Applications
- School science projects and demonstrations
- STEM clubs and maker spaces
- Home experiments and introductory electronics lessons
- Science fair models to showcase renewable energy concepts
Order the T-M196 Solar Windmill DIY Learning Kit to add a hands-on, educational renewable energy project to your curriculum or at-home learning materials. This compact, engaging kit makes solar power concepts tangible and fun for beginners.
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