PV Gap

Kathryn Said:

why can't we charge solar cells by tube-light or bulbs?

We Answered:

What the above answerer said, and I think that to produce a viable amount of electricity with current solar cells, you need a large amount of radiation hitting the solar cell. Tube-lights or bulbs by themselves simply do not have the intensity required for a solar cell to produce a current. And not to mention, many solar cells use different materials in a junction which absorb different parts of the EM spectrum which increases the amount of electricity that can be produced, which is perfect for sunlight. But it all comes down to cost. When you have a free source of light with literally unlimited amounts of energy, why bother using a bunch of electric lights?

Stanley Said:

What provides more natural light, traditional Skylight or Solar Tubes?

We Answered:

A skylight is installed where there is direct access to the roof from the room (no attic).
A solar light tube goes through an attic using mirrors, which is why the light is brighter - it's more concentrated.
Both produce natural spectrum daylight, but the solar tube will make the room appear brighter than a skylight.

Rita Said:

My husband read that you can have a y-connection on one solar tube to make 2 skytubes from one. Do you know.?

We Answered:

go to skytubes.com

Nelson Said:

I just had two 14" Solatube solar tubes installed in my kitchen and it is so bright. Does anyone ?

We Answered:

Call the people who installed them. They have diffusers that will cut the amount of light down. We've had that problem before with a few customers. They really do put out alot of light, especially on a clear day.

Bruce Said:

Has anyone ever removed solar tubes from their house? ?

We Answered:

Lynn ? Those are called Florescent Bulbs. They can be removed by twirling them until they drop into your hands.

Carl Said:

Is there a solar tube provider in BC or anywhere in Canada I can order some from?

We Answered:

Solatubes Brighten every room in your home with an abundance of pure, clear sunlight captured by ... Burnaby B.C.-based Columbia Manufacturing was founded in 1978. ... Association of Canada. I think they're made in BC so you're lucky !
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www gerrysroofing.ca


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You will see a bunch.