This torch charges using solar energy. It is very efficient and can charge even with low levels of light. The red LED glows to show it is charging. The push button operates 2 powerful LED s. These only light while the button is held down which preserves battery power.
 
This electronics kit is ideal as a present to budding scientists and engineers or keen hobbyists.
 
NOTE:  This item is supplied as a kit of parts for the electronic hobbyist or someone looking for a project to do. It is ideal for someone who is doing engineering at school or college to gain experience in soldering and preparing an enclosure by following written instructions and drilling.
 
Tools and materials required:
 
Soldering iron and solder
Drill
Cutters
Screw Driver
 
Parts supplied: ALL the parts shown in the photos to make a Solar Powered Torch with full instructions.
 
Enclosure
Small Solar Panel
NiMH rechargeable Battery
2 white LEDs
1 red LED
Switch
5 V dc-dc converter
2 pole connector
2 resistors
Printed Circuit Board
 
NOTE: Some experience required to assemble this kit.