Quick Answer: The Solar Fan Model is a small fan driven by an encapsulated polycrystalline silicon solar cell through a d.c. micro-motor with a direct-drive propeller. It shows sunlight being turned into motion.
Last updated: October 2026
Key Features
Encapsulated polycrystalline silicon solar cell
Low-friction d.c. micro-motor with a direct-drive propeller
Integrated busbar circuit with soldered connections
High-impact polymer chassis with a reinforced base
Technical Specifications
Specification
Value
Solar cell
Encapsulated polycrystalline silicon
Motor
D.c. micro-motor, direct-drive propeller
Circuit
Integrated busbars, soldered
Chassis
High-impact polymer, reinforced base
About This Product
Students place the model in light of different strengths and watch how the motor starts and how fast the propeller turns, a simple introduction to solar energy and energy conversion.