Can You Use Solar Panels on a Food Truck? [Expert’s Guide]

Want to turn up the heat in your food truck using the power of the sun?  Whatever street food you're serving up, it's sure to taste better if you (and your customers) know it's been...

What Is a Solar Cell and How Does It Work?

The solar cells in photovoltaic (PV) panels capture photons from sunlight, and the balance of system (all the required components of a solar power system aside from the panels) converts solar energy into household...

How To Calculate Solar Panel Output

Calculating the output of your solar panels isn't as simple as you might think.  While the rated power (e.g., 100W or 400W) indicates the maximum amount of electricity a PV panel can generate per hour,...

The Ultimate Guide to EcoFlow Portable Power Station Specs

Trying to wrap your head around the specs and terminology used to describe portable power stations can get confusing — or overwhelming. This concise but comprehensive ultimate guide explains each and every specification given for...

How To Choose a Relay Module for Solar Power Systems

Solar power systems utilize a surprising number of components.  It’s not just solar panels, batteries, and inverters. It’s also wiring, mounting brackets, transfer switches, and so much more.  If you have a larger solar power system that...

The Complete Guide to Battery Management Systems for Portable Power Stations and Solar Generators

What is a battery management system? A battery management system is an essential component in a lithium-ion battery system. Many of EcoFlow's products feature the best-in-the-business choice of LFP (or LiFePO4) batteries — a newer...

The Complete Guide to Solar Battery Chemistry

A solar battery’s chemistry impacts everything from its charging rate and weight to its lifespan. Not only that, your choice of battery type has environmental and ethical implications too.  Deciding on the right solar battery chemistry...

Portable Air Conditioners vs. Window AC Units

Depending on your living situation, you may not have access to a central HVAC system. Going without air conditioning can be uncomfortable and even dangerous in some climates. If you live in an apartment or...