Where can I buy solar equip in Los Angeles? Smaller scale stuff for portable applications, not a home install.

Question

I'm looking for PV panels, charge controllers, batteries, inverters, that kind of thing. My goal is to build a portable solar generator, something like:

http://solar-power.zumbador.com/

You can get all this stuff online, I know, but I'm new to this stuff and would love to inspect the gear, and maybe ask some questions, before I buy.

I'm also looking for highly efficient (LED) lighting components...

Answer 1

you can get the latest portable solar on http:www.totalecstore.com, they even have really cool solar chargers for the nano ipod, cellphone, laptops and even some solar backpacks

Answer 2

For that kind of thing, try an RV dealer.

The parts might also be available from a supplier like Radio Shack, (if they're still around...)

You can also follow this link and find out where Real Goods Solar's Los Angeles office is:

http://www.realgoodssolar.com/

Their store is in Hopland, CA, wherever that is...

In a pinch, you can also check the Yellow Pages in your phone book for 'solar power,' etc.

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