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== Description == | |||
The '''Solar Panel''' generates [[power]] by absorbing sunlight, depending on solar intensity. Can be manually rotated using a [[Wrench]]. They can be built in two configurations: "dual" configuration with opposite side split power/data ports, or normal configuration with same side combined power/data ports. | |||
Data ports can interact with [[Kit (Logic I/O)|Logic Chips]] or [[Integrated_Circuit_(IC10)|Integrated Circuits]] and [[Sensor#Daylight_Sensor|Daylight Sensors]] to automatically rotate the panel to face the sun. | |||
At the extreme attitude settings (0/100) the solar panel still faces 15 degrees above the horizon. Thus the total arc of vertical rotation is only 150 degrees from input values 0-100. | |||
Can also be destroyed by [[Storm|storms]], or left with very little health. Best course of action is to remove the solar panels when you are notified of a [[storm]] by a [[Weather Station]], Which allows you to replace them once the [[storm]] is over. | |||
During [[Solar Storms]] Solar Panels output more [[energy]]. Due to this, unexpected cable burnings and power shortages can happen. | |||
They can be repaired with [[Duct Tape]], or by dissembling them and reassembling them. You could even cover them with windows to protect them from [[Storm|storms]] at the cost of some efficiency of the panels themselves being lost. And Heavy Solar Panels are a more expensive version that do not take [[storm]] damage but it is debatable if its worth making the tier 2 metal [[Astroloy]] to prevent [[storm]] damage whilst retaining maximum efficiency. | |||
== Types of Solar Panel Kit == | |||
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== Printed with the Electronics Printer (Tier One) == | |||
These are useful early on when resources are limited. | These are useful early on when resources are limited. | ||
*'''Kit (Solar Panel Basic)''' don't have [[logic]] inputs so they can't be set up to automatically track the sun and spend most of their [[time]] at reduced power output. The position of Basic Solar Panel greatly effects the amount of energy the will collect. | *'''Kit (Solar Panel Basic)''' don't have [[logic]] inputs so they can't be set up to automatically track the sun and spend most of their [[time]] at reduced power output. The position of Basic Solar Panel greatly effects the amount of energy the will collect. | ||
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== Printed with the Electronics Printer (Tier Two) == | |||
Heavy Solar Panels are protected against [[Storm|storm]] damage, but more expensive. Note that not all [[planets]] have storms. | Heavy Solar Panels are protected against [[Storm|storm]] damage, but are more expensive to build. Note that not all [[planets]] have storms. | ||
*'''Kit (Solar Panel Basic Heavy)''' are similar to Basic Solar Panels and do not have logic inputs. | *'''Kit (Solar Panel Basic Heavy)''' are similar to Basic Solar Panels and do not have logic inputs. | ||
*'''Kit (Solar Panel Heavy)''' are similar to Solar Panels and have logic inputs. | *'''Kit (Solar Panel Heavy)''' are similar to Solar Panels and have logic inputs. | ||
==Comparison== | |||
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Basic Solar panels can be manually positioned during construction to capture the most solar energy over the course of the day. On the [[Moon]] the best orientation is either a flat horizontal orientation or a 45° configuration facing East or West. On [[Mars]] the best Orientation is a 45° orientation facing south. | Basic Solar panels can be manually positioned during construction to capture the most solar energy over the course of the day. On the [[Moon]] the best orientation is either a flat horizontal orientation or a 45° configuration facing East or West. On [[Mars]] the best Orientation is a 45° orientation facing south. | ||
Solar panel can be manually pointed using the Wrench or automatically positioned by writing the desired position to [[Data Port|Data port]]. When setting up an automatic positioning system the orientation of the Data port is a vary important factor for both the Daylight [[sensor]] and the Solar Panel. | Solar panel can be manually pointed using the Wrench or automatically positioned by writing the desired position to [[Data Port|Data port]]. When setting up an automatic positioning system the orientation of the [[Data Port|Data port]] is a vary important factor for both the Daylight [[sensor]] and the Solar Panel. | ||
Detailed information can be found in the [[Solar_Logic_Circuits_Guide|Solar Logic Circuits Guide]]. | Detailed information can be found in the [[Solar_Logic_Circuits_Guide|Solar Logic Circuits Guide]]. | ||
Latest revision as of 23:53, 21 March 2026
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| Constructing Options | Solar Panel (Flat), Solar Panel (Angled) |
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| Properties | |
| Stacks | Yes (5) |
| Recipe | |
| Created With | Electronics Printer |
| Cost | 10g Iron, 2g Gold, 10g Copper |
| Logic | |
| Item Hash | 844961456 |
| Item Name | ItemKitSolarPanelBasic |
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| Constructing Options | Solar Panel (Dual), Solar Panel |
|---|---|
| Properties | |
| Stacks | Yes (5) |
| Recipe | |
| Created With | Electronics Printer |
| Cost | 5g Gold, 20g Copper, 15g Steel |
| Logic | |
| Item Hash | -1924492105 |
| Item Name | ItemKitSolarPanel |
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| Constructing Options | Solar Panel (Heavy Flat), Solar Panel (Heavy Angled) |
|---|---|
| Properties | |
| Stacks | Yes (5) |
| Recipe | |
| Created With | Electronics Printer (Tier Two) |
| Cost | 10g Copper, 10g Steel, 2g Electrum, 10g Invar |
| Logic | |
| Item Hash | -528695432 |
| Item Name | x |
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| Constructing Options | Solar Panel (Heavy Dual), Solar Panel (Heavy) |
|---|---|
| Properties | |
| Stacks | Yes (5) |
| Recipe | |
| Created With | Electronics Printer (Tier Two) |
| Cost | 20g Copper, 10g Steel, 5g Electrum, 15g Astroloy |
| Logic | |
| Item Hash | -364868685 |
| Item Name | x |
Description
The Solar Panel generates power by absorbing sunlight, depending on solar intensity. Can be manually rotated using a Wrench. They can be built in two configurations: "dual" configuration with opposite side split power/data ports, or normal configuration with same side combined power/data ports.
Data ports can interact with Logic Chips or Integrated Circuits and Daylight Sensors to automatically rotate the panel to face the sun.
At the extreme attitude settings (0/100) the solar panel still faces 15 degrees above the horizon. Thus the total arc of vertical rotation is only 150 degrees from input values 0-100.
Can also be destroyed by storms, or left with very little health. Best course of action is to remove the solar panels when you are notified of a storm by a Weather Station, Which allows you to replace them once the storm is over.
During Solar Storms Solar Panels output more energy. Due to this, unexpected cable burnings and power shortages can happen.
They can be repaired with Duct Tape, or by dissembling them and reassembling them. You could even cover them with windows to protect them from storms at the cost of some efficiency of the panels themselves being lost. And Heavy Solar Panels are a more expensive version that do not take storm damage but it is debatable if its worth making the tier 2 metal Astroloy to prevent storm damage whilst retaining maximum efficiency.
Types of Solar Panel Kit
| Operation | |
|---|---|
| Power Usage | 0W to 500W generated |
| Prefab Hash | -2045627372 |
| Prefab Name | StructureSolarPanel |
| Construction | |
| Placed with | Kit (Solar Panel) |
| Placed on | Large Grid |
| Stage 1 | |
| Next Stage Construction | |
| Constructed with item | Glass Sheet |
| Deconstruction | |
| Deconstructed with | Hand Drill |
| Item received | Kit (Solar Panel) |
| Stage 2 | |
| Deconstruction | |
| Deconstructed with | Crowbar |
| Item received | Glass Sheet |
| Operation | |
|---|---|
| Power Usage | 0W to 500W generated |
| Prefab Hash | -539224550 |
| Prefab Name | StructureSolarPanelDual |
| Construction | |
| Placed with | Kit (Solar Panel) |
| Placed on | Large Grid |
| Stage 1 | |
| Next Stage Construction | |
| Constructed with item | Glass Sheet |
| Deconstruction | |
| Deconstructed with | Hand Drill |
| Item received | Kit (Solar Panel) |
| Stage 2 | |
| Deconstruction | |
| Deconstructed with | Crowbar |
| Item received | Glass Sheet |
Printed with the Electronics Printer (Tier One)
These are useful early on when resources are limited.
- Kit (Solar Panel Basic) don't have logic inputs so they can't be set up to automatically track the sun and spend most of their time at reduced power output. The position of Basic Solar Panel greatly effects the amount of energy the will collect.
- The position of Kit (Solar Panels) can be set manually using the Wrench. In addition they have logic inputs and can be programmed to automatically track the sun for optimal power output.
Printed with the Electronics Printer (Tier Two)
Heavy Solar Panels are protected against storm damage, but are more expensive to build. Note that not all planets have storms.
- Kit (Solar Panel Basic Heavy) are similar to Basic Solar Panels and do not have logic inputs.
- Kit (Solar Panel Heavy) are similar to Solar Panels and have logic inputs.
Comparison
| Name of Construction | Kit to Build | Programmable Angle | Immune to Storms | Combined Power/Data Ports |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solar Panel (Flat) | Kit (Solar Panel Basic) | No | No | N/A |
| Solar Panel (Angled) | Kit (Solar Panel Basic) | No | No | N/A |
| Solar Panel | Kit (Solar Panel) | Yes | No | Yes |
| Solar Panel (Dual) | Kit (Solar Panel) | Yes | No | No |
| Solar Panel (Heavy Flat) | Kit (Solar Panel Basic Heavy) | No | Yes | N/A |
| Solar Panel (Heavy Angled) | Kit (Solar Panel Basic Heavy) | No | Yes | N/A |
| Solar Panel (Heavy) | Kit (Solar Panel Heavy) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Solar Panel (Heavy Dual) | Kit (Solar Panel Heavy) | Yes | Yes | No |
Power Output
| World | Solar Energy | % of Earth | Solar Angle |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moon | 750W | 100% | 0° |
| Mars | 550W | 51% | 8° |
| Europa | 210W | 28% | 32° |
| Mimas | 90W | 12% | 126° |
| Vulcan | 500W-1.2KW | 160% | 48° |
| Venus | 1.15KW | 150% | 0° |
Usage
Positioning
Pay close attention to the positioning of your solar panel since their automation will depend heavily on it. Any user-made scripts and guides will assume the solar panel is oriented with the data port facing in a particular direction. Be sure to orient the panels with the data port facing the same way as the guide you are following.
Control
Basic Solar panels can be manually positioned during construction to capture the most solar energy over the course of the day. On the Moon the best orientation is either a flat horizontal orientation or a 45° configuration facing East or West. On Mars the best Orientation is a 45° orientation facing south.
Solar panel can be manually pointed using the Wrench or automatically positioned by writing the desired position to Data port. When setting up an automatic positioning system the orientation of the Data port is a vary important factor for both the Daylight sensor and the Solar Panel. Detailed information can be found in the Solar Logic Circuits Guide.
Notes
After placement be sure to install one Glass Sheet to make it functional.
See Sensors and Solar Logic Circuits Guide for panel automation using logic circuits.
Data Network Properties
These are all Data Network properties of this device.
Data Parameters
These are all parameters that can be written with a Logic Writer, Batch Writer, or Integrated Circuit (IC10).
| Parameter Name | Data Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Horizontal | Degrees | Set the horizontal rotation of the Solar Panel (clockwise, 0-360°, data port is at 270°) |
| Vertical | Degrees | Sets the vertical angle of the Solar Panel (As of at least version 0.2.3263.16264, solar panels accept input in degrees above the horizon instead of in percent, so the solar panels travel between inputs of 15 and 165, with 90 being straight up. Previously, this was supposedly a Percentage "accepting 0-100% which translates to 15°-165°, 50%=90° =zenith") |
| On | Boolean | Turns the solar panel on or off |
Data Outputs
These are all parameters, that can be read with a Logic Reader or a Slot Reader. The outputs are listed in the order a Logic Reader's "VAR" setting cycles through them.
| Output Name | Data Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Charge | W | Returns the power generated in Watts |
| Horizontal | degrees | Returns the horizontal rotation of the Solar Panel |
| Vertical | % | Returns the vertical angle of the Solar Panel |
| Maximum | W | Maximum possible power for this planet |
| Ratio | How close to maximum current performance is, 1.0 means panel is perfectly directed and unobstructed | |
| On | Boolean | Returns the on/off state of the solar panel |