Uploaded March 2016 | Updated September 2026, 3 hours ago
Do you have a vehicle you don't drive often? This DIY folding solar car battery charger is a great way to ensure it always starts.
Curious about the FOLDING solar panels in this video? Click the links below:
KINGSOLAR™ Highest Efficient 60W Foldable Solar Panel Portable Solar Charger Dual Output (USB Port + DC Output): [affiliate] amzn.to/1XsEFLq
Instapark® Mercury27 Portable & Foldable 27 Watts Solar Battery Charger with DC 12V Output: [affiliate] amzn.to/1MtvIkB
Here's the power meter used in the video:
"Watt's Up" RC Watt Meter & Power Analyzer WU100 Version 2 --- SALE! [affiliate] amzn.to/1QLil0X
This is the charge controller I use in the video:
HQRP Solar 10A Charge Power Controller / Regulator 12V / 24V 10 Amp with LED Indicator plus HQRP UV Meter: [affiliate] amzn.to/1MtzhqM
But this one should also work (untested):
Instapark INCC1205 12V / 5A Waterproof PWM Solar Charge Controller: [affiliate] amzn.to/1Pyx7B7
Finally, this is the cigarette lighter extension cable I sacrificed to the power gods:
Milliard 12ft 12V Car Outlet Cigarette Plug Extension Cord/Cigarette Car Extender Cable with 5 Amp Fuse for Protecting Devices: [affiliate] amzn.to/1PyxhbI
Here are some of the tools I use in the video:
Anderson Powerpole Connectors 10 Pair Genuine: [amazon affiliate] amzn.to/1Kbuxj5
Crimper, Ergo- Anderson Power Pole Products: [amazon affiliate] amzn.to/1Kbvo2Y
Klein Automatic Wire Stripper: [amazon affiliate] amzn.to/1KKuEqK
Hakko FX888D-23BY Digital Soldering Station FX-888D FX-888 (blue & yellow): [affiliate] amzn.to/1XsEZKd
Curious about the micro USB cigarette lighter adapter? It's the best one I've found so far:
Belkin Micro Car Charger with 3-Foot 30-Pin ChargeSync Cable for iPhone 4 / 4S (2.1 AMP): [affiliate] amzn.to/1MtvZEd
Here are some of the materials used in the video:
Vktech 150pcs 2:1 Heat Shrink Tubing Tube Sleeving Wire Cable 8 Sizes 2-13mm Black: [affiliate] amzn.to/1Mtw5vq
Kester 44 Rosin Core Solder 66/44 0.80mm(0.31 inches) 1 lb. Spool: [affiliate] amzn.to/1VOQU6L
Do you have a vehicle you don't drive often? This DIY folding solar car battery charger is a great way to ensure it always starts.
Curious about the FOLDING solar panels in this video? Click the links below:
KINGSOLAR™ Highest Efficient 60W Foldable Solar Panel Portable Solar Charger Dual Output (USB Port + DC Output): [affiliate] amzn.to/1XsEFLq
Instapark® Mercury27 Portable & Foldable 27 Watts Solar Battery Charger with DC 12V Output: [affiliate] amzn.to/1MtvIkB
Here's the power meter used in the video:
"Watt's Up" RC Watt Meter & Power Analyzer WU100 Version 2 --- SALE! [affiliate] amzn.to/1QLil0X
This is the charge controller I use in the video:
HQRP Solar 10A Charge Power Controller / Regulator 12V / 24V 10 Amp with LED Indicator plus HQRP UV Meter: [affiliate] amzn.to/1MtzhqM
But this one should also work (untested):
Instapark INCC1205 12V / 5A Waterproof PWM Solar Charge Controller: [affiliate] amzn.to/1Pyx7B7
Finally, this is the cigarette lighter extension cable I sacrificed to the power gods:
Milliard 12ft 12V Car Outlet Cigarette Plug Extension Cord/Cigarette Car Extender Cable with 5 Amp Fuse for Protecting Devices: [affiliate] amzn.to/1PyxhbI
Here are some of the tools I use in the video:
Anderson Powerpole Connectors 10 Pair Genuine: [amazon affiliate] amzn.to/1Kbuxj5
Crimper, Ergo- Anderson Power Pole Products: [amazon affiliate] amzn.to/1Kbvo2Y
Klein Automatic Wire Stripper: [amazon affiliate] amzn.to/1KKuEqK
Hakko FX888D-23BY Digital Soldering Station FX-888D FX-888 (blue & yellow): [affiliate] amzn.to/1XsEZKd
Curious about the micro USB cigarette lighter adapter? It's the best one I've found so far:
Belkin Micro Car Charger with 3-Foot 30-Pin ChargeSync Cable for iPhone 4 / 4S (2.1 AMP): [affiliate] amzn.to/1MtvZEd
Here are some of the materials used in the video:
Vktech 150pcs 2:1 Heat Shrink Tubing Tube Sleeving Wire Cable 8 Sizes 2-13mm Black: [affiliate] amzn.to/1Mtw5vq
Kester 44 Rosin Core Solder 66/44 0.80mm(0.31 inches) 1 lb. Spool: [affiliate] amzn.to/1VOQU6L
