PV Gap

Ellen Said:

How do you make a practical photovoltaic cell?

We Answered:

Technicaly but is is hard, you need to get alot of silicon, run small wires through it (the wires need to be partially exposed) two need to come out seperatly to provide a negative and possatve current, and then coat it in glass. If it is done correctly then when the sun hits the panel the photons in the sun will excite the electrons in the silicon creating the electricity in the wires

Jimmie Said:

how to make photovoltaic cells?

We Answered:

try here:
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Shannon Said:

how can a potato be used to make a photovoltaic cell?

We Answered:

Photovoltaic Cells require specialized semi conductors like specially treated silicon crystals. The answer you are refering to mentioned potatos to make a battery not a photovoltaic cell.

Potatos and lemons, and all fruits and vegetables for that matter, store solar energy from photosynthesis. This however is not photovoltaic as electricity is not generated at all during photosynthesis.

You can however create batteries with copper, zinc, and a potato, lemon, or banana. These foods contain weak electrolytes, one of the main ingredients in a battery. Unfortunately a potato battery is very weak and much more expensive than batteries you can buy at the store.

Ida Said:

How do i make a photovoltaic cell that i could effectifly use in a domestic house?

We Answered:

The process of making a PV cell is very complex and requires specialized machines and a "clean" facility. Your best bet is to go to one of these websites and order your system...

http://www.mrsolar.com
http://www.adventsolar.com (I think they do residential but can't be sure)

Good luck

Laurie Said:

can i make Photovoltaic Cells myself in home ? how ? please explain !?

We Answered:

Give the site below a try! Good luck.

<This is for fun only. If you are actually trying to do this to heat your house or use for power, I don't think you can do that. You would need commercially made cells, but you could set up the system yourself.>