{"product_id":"arduino-iv-curve-tracer-kit-solar-panel-i-v-curve-and-mppt","title":"Arduino IV Curve Tracer Kit - Solar Panel I-V Curve \u0026 MPPT","description":"\u003ch1\u003eBuild an Arduino Solar I-V Curve Tracer: Measure Panel Performance and Track Maximum Power\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"value-summary\"\u003eEvery part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"specs-strip\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuild Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-5 hrs\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15-18\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkill:\u003c\/strong\u003e IV curve tracing and MPPT analysis\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're preparing a CBSE Class-12 physics investigatory project, entering a Smart India Hackathon, or deepening your renewable energy lab, this kit transforms an Arduino Uno into a professional-grade curve tracer. It sweeps the solar panel's load, plots the full I-V characteristic on a colour TFT, and locates the maximum power point-exactly as solar labs do, but in your hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Build\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will assemble a self-contained testing station that connects a 6?V solar panel to an INA219 current\/voltage sensor, an MCP4725 DAC-controlled load, and a 1.8-inch ST7735 TFT display. The final device automatically varies the load resistance, measures current and voltage at every step, draws the I-V curve in real time, and overlays the maximum power point with calculated wattage. It's a tool you can reuse for future solar experiments and science exhibitions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Learn\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHow to read high-side current and bus voltage from an INA219 over I�C and use that data to compute power.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHow to program an MCP4725 DAC to precisely set the gate voltage of a MOSFET-based variable load.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHow to render real-time graphs on a 1.8-inch ST7735 TFT using SPI and the Adafruit graphics library.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHow to interpret a photovoltaic panel's I-V curve, calculate fill factor, and determine efficiency at the maximum power point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKit Contents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eComponent\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eQuantity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArduino Uno R3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eINA219\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMCP4725 DAC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolar Panel 6V 2W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.8in TFT ST7735\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.7k? 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It bridges textbook theory and real-world instrumentation, giving you hands-on experience that stands out in viva-voce and project presentations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt and Backed by Compoden\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Compoden kit ships with an AI build companion trained on this exact project - accessible via a QR code on the box, with WhatsApp and email backup. We've spent 10 years building projects for makers, schools, and institutions across India. If a part fails because of a manufacturing defect, replace it free within 7 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat if I get stuck during the build?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eScan the QR code on the box to open the AI build companion; it answers step-by-step questions specific to this curve tracer. You can also reach us on WhatsApp for a quick reply from our support team.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I trace I-V curves on larger solar panels?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe kit is calibrated for the included 6?V 2?W panel. With external voltage dividers and a higher-power MOSFET, you can adapt the circuit-the AI companion explains the modifications and safety limits.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes this kit require prior Arduino experience?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntermediate familiarity helps, but the provided sketch is heavily commented. If you can upload code and follow wiring diagrams, you'll succeed. The build companion walks you through every connection and line of logic.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs this suitable for a CBSE school project or science fair?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. The live I-V plot and automatic MPP detection make abstract solar concepts tangible. Many students have used similar setups to win regional and national STEM competitions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"kit-description\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eSweeps solar panel load. 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