April 11, 2026
Description
New model for any solar panel!
Solar car node to fit the Heltec V4, (I'll add a blank bottom as well so you can use double sided tape and add whatever board you want) I needed a larger top to fit the 18650 batteries in so I extended it slightly.
The original TPU gasket is in the files and still works great and you can use whatever other bottom you need from the original.
I printed in ABS, 25% infill at a 45 degree angle with tree supports.
Secured the battery pack and GPS with double sided tape and hot glued the antenna cable in place so it cant pop off. Used a small bit of silicone to waterproof the point the solar panel wire comes in and wrapped the antenna on top so it doesn't rust.
Solar Panel - https://amzn.to/4kRqXnx (can only find this 2 pack right now but its a 5v 6 watt panel)
Magnets - https://amzn.to/4kKEKw4
M3 Screws - https://amzn.to/3NO7MyR
Heltec V4 and GPS - https://amzn.to/4aMBegn
N-Type Connecter - https://amzn.to/3ZMWugX
Antenna - https://amzn.to/4aIK2nh
Battery Welder - https://amzn.to/4ay6Rv6
Rokland Silicone Tape - https://store.rokland.com/products/tape-helium-antenna-and-coaxial-cable-self-fusing-silicone-heat-water-resistant
License:
Creative Commons — Attribution — Noncommercial