When inserted through the roof of a structure, the device generated. The solar bottle bulb is a simple device consisting of a 1. The bottle light is powered by a mini solar panel located right on the top of the device, and will store power throughout the day to be used at night when the light is needed. If you dont have electricity or live in a home with no windows, its going to be dark inside, even during a sunny day. We were fortunate enough to work with the people over at the liter of light foundation for this short film. It was believed that the solar bottle bulb could brighten the living space and. While light streaming through just the hole would come in through a single, straight, narrow light beam, the water in the solar bottle bulb refracts the light so that it. The bleach keeps the water clean by preventing algae from forming. Remove bottle labels if desired using hot water and scraper. Solar disinfection sodis was developed in the 1980s to inexpensively disinfect water used for oral rehydration solutions. In manila, philippines, electricity and solar was both put to use in making a solar bottle bulb.
In this century it is the solar bottle bulbs of alfredo moser which are illuminating thousands of houses of underprivileged people in many countries. Because the light from the torch passes from a lowerindex medium air to a higherindex medium water the light rays bend inside the water, then when the light comes out it is spread out around the room. Lighting up lives, one bottle at a time liter of light usa. This handy weatherproof light snaps onto most standard 2. Turning waste plastic bottles into solar lights a liter of light movement in 2002 alfredo moser, a brazilian mechanic found a functional solution to illuminate his house with an invention called bottled lamp. Simply insert the light strings into your bottle and place the stopper in the top of the bottle. This paper provides experimental evidence to show that the litre of light lol bottle is a better option than a glass plate covering the hole in the ceiling for providing sufficient illumination during daytime in congested settlements with insufficient illumination slums. The comments below have noted that this is like a solar tube or deck prism. Using sandpaper, scratch the surface around the upper third portion of the. These solar bottle bulbs are starting to become a popular installation. In 1991, the swiss federal institute for environmental science and technology began to investigate and implement sodis as a household water treatment option to prevent diarrhea in developing countries. All power to the lightie solar bottle led light here on gadget master lofi is fine and dandy, so thanks to sue p for highlighting the lightie, the solar bottle light a solarpowered light that fits inside a standard fizzy pop bottle. The solar bottle bulb relies on the refraction principle.
Solarpowered plastic bottle lamps light up dark neighborhoods designed as a cheap, easytobuild light source, liter of lights solarpowered street lamps are made of plastic bottles and leds by. A small solar panel on the top charges the battery so that when dusk falls the twinkling led. While light streaming through just the hole would come in through a. With only a few tools and materials, by following the steps below, you can have a bright 50 to 55w light during the daytime. A solar panel is located at the top of the solar lantern. God gave the sun to everyone, and light is for everyone.
No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Solar powered wine bottle lights, 6 pack 20 led waterproof outdoor solar fairy string cork lights for wedding christmas,holiday, garden, patio tabletop decor white warm 3. The swirled metal hook holding the solar lantern easily lifts and detaches from the side of the wooden post. Dec 06, 2011 solar products include a variety of options like solar panels, photovoltaic systems, solar water heaters, etc. I have been following a post on wiki answers for a while on the advantages and disadvantages to solar power and wanted to share the results. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. The lights have gotten the attention of normal folks and engineers alike, and have caught on a bit in some places. Soothing, twinkling micro amber led lights will last thousands of hours. Jan 20, 2009 the led solarbulb screws onto just about any leftover plastic bottle, which uniquely diffuses the light for either indoor or outdoor locations. Transform any empty beverage bottle into a gorgeous, ecofriendly twinkling nighttime lantern. A wide variety of solar bottle light options are available to you, such as ce, ccc, and fcc. The solar bottle bulb is made out of a used plastic soda bottle or water bottle, which is filled with water and liquid bleach. Lighting up lives, one bottle at a time home liter of light.
It was an ingenious invention by an engineer in brazil. It is a lamp made of a transparent plastic water bottle pet with size of 2 litres. A laser beam trapped in a plastic illustrates the effect well. Luckily, a bottled liter of water with some bleach can provide approximately 5560 watts of light from the sun. Now his idea is spreading to the poor communities without electricity or those who cant afford electricity to provide light equal to a 60watt bulb using only a plastic bottle, water and the sun. Kit is weatherproof for yearround use and enjoyment. Reduced dependence on foreign oil and fossil fuels. Solar powered 10 warm white led cork wine bottle lamp fairy stopper, 3ft 1pc see more like this 2m 20 led mini bottle stopper lamp string bar decoration string light colorful brand new. Nov 30, 2011 diaz said each solar light bottle each year saved 17 kilograms of carbon dioxide, one of the gases that causes global warming, compared with a household using an electric light bulb instead. The kit consists of a rubber stopper with three short led light strings attached. Solar lantern solar bottle lantern kit wine bottle lights.
Bottle flamingo in flight solar stake light the home depot. Make a hole in the 1x1 roof sheet material, just the same size of the bottles circumference and insert the bottom part of the bottle leaving it exposed under the sunlight. If the inline pdf is not rendering correctly, you can download the pdf file here. A solar lamp also known as solar light or solar lantern, is a lighting system composed of a led lamp, solar panels, battery, charge controller and there may also be an inverter. The moonrays 96343 multicolored farmhouse rooster bottle solar stake light features 4 white micro leds that illuminate the body of the bird to liven up any garden area. South african designer and social entrepreneur michael suttner recently unveiled the lightie. It sits atop a stake and is fully colored to make it the perfect accent both day and nig. Liter of lights solarpowered, diy lamp made from a. Jan 21, 2015 liter of light s solar powered, diy lamp made from a plastic bottle is transforming lives the charity has pledged to create a million green, offthepowergrid lights in 2015 using an ingenious design. Return on investment unlike paying for utility bills.
Pdf critical view on daylighting through solar bottle bulb. Luxen home resin wine bottle and barrel outdoor fountain. Light up dark areas in your home during daytime using this green and sustainable concept. Make a solar light for your tool shed using a soda bottle. Liter of lights solarpowered, diy lamp made from a plastic. This simple idea has helped many dwellers in the light deprived slums of the philippines. Solarpowered household lighting can replace other light sources like candles or kerosene lamps. Happy bluebird solar stake light the moonrays 96307 love bird solar stake the moonrays 96307 love bird solar stake light features a love bird perched atop a heart with a yellow, crackle glass ball in the center that is illuminated by 1 white led light. Vookry solar powered wine bottle lights, 6 pack 20 led waterproof outdoor solar fairy string cork lights for wedding christmas,holiday, garden, patio tabletop decor white warm 3.
How to assemble the solar bottle bulb cut approximately 9 x 10 inches of gi sheet corrugated or flat, depending on the roof where solar bottle bulb. The performance of solar bottle bulbs at different interior. While light streaming through just the hole would come in through a single, straight, narrow light beam, the water in the solar bottle bulb refracts the light so that it can illuminate a larger space, 360 degrees around. A study on the solar illumination provided by a water bottle. For your needs i recommend purchasing a jar and inserting a. A liter of light is a sustainable lighting project by illac diaz which. Critical view on daylighting through solar bottle bulb in. Liter of light is a global, grassroots movement that uses inexpensive, readily available materials to provide high quality solar lighting to people with limited or no access to electricity. Diaz said each solar light bottle each year saved 17 kilograms of carbon dioxide, one of the gases that causes global warming, compared with a. Pet bottle where the gi sheet will be placed, to allow the epoxy or rubber sealant to. So, without a solar bottle, this is all the sun light you can expect to collect. If used correctly solar day lighting can provide free, high quality lighting, and do it with less heat generation inside the house than conventional electric lighting.
This is a really inexpensive way to bring solar light into a dark room. Then take the bottle inside house to use at night this instructional solar bottle wiki only works if the part of the bottle is outside to catch the reflection of the sun. You can help out people bring light to peoples homes and livelihood for their families. Solar rechargeable light, recycle and repurpose empty bottles to create a cool, ecofriendly craft. How to assemble the solar bottle bulb cut approximately 9 x 10 inches of gi sheet corrugated or flat, depending on the roof where solar bottle bulb will be installed recommended gi sheet. This solar led bottle light turns any bottle into a lamp. Moonrays bottle rooster solar stake light 96343 the home depot. Modifications were designed for a standard soda bottle solar light constructed with a 2 liter soda bottle, water, and bleach.
Solar bottle light bulb stepbystep assembly guide english 1 cut a 10x inches of corrugated galvanised iron roof sheeting and remove sharp edges. Solar products include a variety of options like solar panels, photovoltaic systems, solar water heaters, etc. Renewable clean power that is available every day of the year, even cloudy days produce some power. The solar bottle bulb gives off 55 to 60 watts of clear light. A solar bottle light bulb, an innovation introduced in the philippines by illac diaz of myshelter foundation, as a cheap alternative to other light sources. The cool new solar powered water bottle cap transforms your water bottle into a fullblown lantern whenever youre caught without illumination. The 2liter soda bottle lights are actually rated at 5060 watts. It sits perched atop a stake and is fully colored to make it the perfect accent b. Pdf liter of light a study on the solar illumination. Light reflected this way will bounce back and forth as it travels down through the water column, much like signals passing through an optical cable. Perfect for camping, enjoying the night on the patio, for use during a power outage, or just for when you want a cool light to read by, this handy little solar powered. Thomas alva edison lit up the world with his electric bulb in the nineteenth century.
There is an ecofriendly way to do this by making a solar bottle light using a plastic water bottle, and it can be done with little cost. Ive had this solar light kit sitting around for what feels like forever, so i thought it was time to put it to good use with this amazing solar power wine bottle lamp. Solar power is pollution free and causes no greenhouse gases to be emitted after installation. The solar light in the lantern is energy efficient, and simply requires the power of the sun to illuminate the fountain well into the dark hours of the night. Make a solar light for your tool shed using a soda bottle cnet. Mar 14, 2014 alfredo moser with his solar water bottle bulbs. This simple idea has helped many dwellers in the lightdeprived. Make a hole in the 1x1 roof sheet material, just the same size of the bottles circumference and insert the bottom. The moonrays 96331 pink in flight flamingo bottle solar stake light features 4 white micro leds that illuminate the body of the bird to liven up any garden area. Liter of light is an open source design for a lowcost light tube that refracts solar light to provide daytime interior lighting for dwellings with thin roofs. A unit can light up an outddor area up to 50 sq meters. Stepbystep assembly guide english instructions tools. Upcycle empty bottles to create earthfriendly solar garden lighting. The discussion started a while ago and has had a lot of feedback.
Solar lantern kit transforms your bottle into an charming accent light. Daylighting is cheaper than using indoor electric lights during the day. Multipurpose lighting application for patio garden party christmas new year festival decor, can be used both hanging and standing. The led solarbulb screws onto just about any leftover plastic bottle, which uniquely diffuses the light for either indoor or outdoor locations. Moonrays bottle rooster solar stake light 96343 the home. Liter of lights solarpowered, diy lamp made from a plastic bottle is transforming lives the charity has pledged to create a million green, offthepowergrid lights in 2015 using an ingenious design. This unit sits atop a stake and features full color and a metal and glass construction for a great look day and night.
565 809 1074 1049 1108 1348 1093 288 801 1476 210 322 396 1448 438 282 885 353 511 1357 1171 1251 558 861 64 254 745 908 1111 69 386 506 271 418 446 13