Solar Power System for Flexitank Electrical Heating Pad

Authors

  • Nurul Asyiqin Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia
  • Puteri Najwa Aida Elieyana Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia
  • Dr Nor Shahida Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia
  • En Omar Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia

Keywords:

Solar Power, Flexitank

Abstract

Generally, a steamed powered heating pad is used to heat up liquid products in a flextitank. However, it takes time for the liquid to melt and melting is only done when destination is reached. The aim of this project is to design and implement a solar power system for electrical heating pad. This will save more time as the liquid can be heated continuously through the journey. A solar charge controller is used to control the voltage from the solar panel and allow the required voltage needed to power the heating element. In this project, a 12 V heating pad is used as the heating element and the system is tested to heat a 12x12 cm dimension of LLDPE. A 12 V battery is used as storage and can be used as a power supply during night transportation or when there is no sunlight.

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Published

21-12-2023

Issue

Vol. 4 No. 2 (2023): PEAT

Section

Electrical, Electronics, and Energy

How to Cite

Nurul Asyiqin, Puteri Najwa Aida Elieyana, Dr Nor Shahida, & En Omar. (2023). Solar Power System for Flexitank Electrical Heating Pad . Progress in Engineering Application and Technology, 4(2), 049-054. https://publisher.uthm.edu.my/periodicals/index.php/peat/article/view/10227