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Step 2 Disect the Solar Light

The circuit in these solar lights is very simple. The solar panel goes to an IC on the board, which determines if there is enough light hitting it. If enough energy is coming from it, it directs it to the battery which charges up. Whenever the board is no longer receiving sufficient light, it opens the battery up to the rest of the circuit (the resistor and LED).

Remove the circuit and solar panel from the plastic cover. It is probably only held on by 2-4 screws.

Comments

[angle of fire]

that is a very good question and i totaly agree!!

[Ian01]

Why did you use a solar light instead of buying a solar panel on its own?
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