12 Dick Smith Segments
NOTE: The Dick Smith Segments used in the above tests were the 3 cell type with a
nominal 1.5 Volt and 500 mA output in full sun Dick Smith Cat. No. and O 2015
For rough calculations you can use the following—Power output per 3 cell segment in
full sun 0.7 Watts at a voltage of 1.38 Volts per segment.
As segments vary in performance you MUST test your own panel to obtain accurate data.
ADDITIONAL TESTING:
To provide data for Kit Cars 8 Dick Smith Segments were tested with a Scorpio
electronics system. The results are shown below.