Stand for foldable solar panel - light and compact

prusaprinters

<p>This is a stand for a foldable solar panel from aluminum tent rods. It is designed to be lightweight and compact, so that the stand can be easily taken on a trekking or bike trip. Also, I wanted it to be versatile in order to gain the maximum power out of the panel in outdoor conditions.&nbsp;</p><p>The panel may be as high as the length of one aluminum rod and as long as two rods (approx. 35 cm x 70 cm in my case). The stand tilts the panel about 20° upwards (perfect for setting it up around noon), and holds it in place. To support the panel at a degree of 70 ° (in the morning/evening), simply lean it against the other side.&nbsp;</p><p>Included is a crossbar to support panels that are wider than one aluminum rod. The crossbar may be positioned at the needed position.</p><p>The 3D model consists only of the joints. The actual stand is built with aluminum tent rods. The rods must be <strong>minimum 300 mm</strong> long (may be longer) and <strong>more importantly should have a diameter of about 8.5 mm</strong> to fit the joints perfectly. An offer containing 11 rods of 8,5mm diameter and 3,6 m combined length is available overseas. Each rod of this offer is about 340-360 mm long.</p>