Answer by Ben G. for Using solar cells to power a USB device
As you can see in the I-V curve for a solar cell below, the maximum current of a solar cell will only be achievable at zero voltage (the short-circuit current), and the maximum current you'll be able...
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Current is not something you can "force" onto any electrical component (without changing voltage that is). The device being powered will DRAW as much current as it needs, as long as the power source...
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I'm wanting to power a USB device through the USB connection with some kind of solar cell arrangement, separating the data and power lines. I currently connect the +5V/GND USB lines to a constant...
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