Arduino
Power
Power Solutions for Your Arduino Projects
The Arduino can be powered by a battery pack or solar panel in projects like weather stations and garden controllers where there is no access to wall power. There are also ways to reduce power consumption to keep your project running on limited power. Browse the tutorials below to learn more!
Turn Any Appliance into a Smart Device with an Arduino Controlled Power Outlet
How to make a power outlet box that’s controlled by an Arduino. You can control when power is supplied to the box with any sensor and a little programming.
How to Use Solar Panels to Power the Arduino
Learn how to power the Arduino with a solar panel. Includes wiring diagrams and instructions on how to calculate the right solar panel size for your project.
How to Power an Arduino With a Battery
Learn how to use batteries to power an Arduino and how choose the right type of battery for your Arduino projects.
How to Reduce Power Consumption on the Arduino
Learn power saving techniques that will allow your Arduino project to operate off of the grid.