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Solar Fan Kit - Cat# 80-50-W241

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80-50-W241

CA$9.55

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Solar Fan Kit — A Hands‑On STEM Experience

Introduce your students to the principles of renewable energy and mechanical systems with the Solar Fan Kit. This engaging project allows students to build a solar-powered fan, providing a practical application of science and engineering concepts in a classroom setting.

What’s in the Kit & How It Works

The kit includes:

Fan blades
Motor
Solar panel
Base and assembly components
Clear and simple instructions for assembly

Students will assemble the components to create a working solar-powered fan. The solar panel converts sunlight into electrical energy, powering the motor to rotate the fan blades, demonstrating the direct conversion of solar energy into mechanical motion.

STEM Concepts Illuminated

This kit provides an excellent opportunity to explore various STEM concepts:

STEM Area	Key Concepts	Classroom Applications & Extensions
Renewable Energy	Solar power, sustainable energy sources	Discuss how solar panels convert sunlight into electricity; explore the benefits of renewable energy sources.
Mechanical Systems	Motors, motion, energy transfer	Examine how electrical energy from the solar panel drives mechanical motion in the fan blades.
Engineering Design	Efficiency, mechanical design	Explore design considerations to optimize fan performance using solar energy.
Physics	Energy conversion, power	Discuss the principles of converting light energy into electrical and mechanical energy.
Environmental Science	Sustainable technology	Explore the environmental benefits of using solar-powered devices.

Why Teachers Will Love It

Hands-On Learning: Students actively engage in building and understanding how solar energy can power a device.
Cross-Disciplinary Connections: Integrates concepts from science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Encourages Critical Thinking: Students can experiment with sunlight intensity and fan performance.
Affordable and Scalable: Cost-effective for classroom use and suitable for group activities.

Classroom Activity Ideas

Solar Angle Experiment: Test how different angles of sunlight affect fan speed.
Design Challenge: Encourage students to modify the fan or placement to maximize airflow.
Energy Conversion Discussion: Discuss how light energy is converted into electrical and mechanical energy.
Environmental Discussion: Explore the role of solar-powered devices in sustainable technology.

Bring science and engineering together in a creative, hands-on project. With the Solar Fan Kit, students won't just learn about renewable energy—they'll experience it in motion.