GSC International SCELL-8 5V Solar Cell with Alligator Clips. Pack of 8.

Hands-On Renewable Energy & Electric Circuits Tool for STEM Classrooms

The GSC International SCELL Solar Cell is a classroom-ready solar panel for STEM education, designed to help students explore renewable energy and electric circuits through hands-on experimentation. Producing up to 5 volts, 100 mA (0.54 W), this compact solar cell allows learners to observe how light energy is converted into electrical energy in real time.

Equipped with red and black alligator clip leads, this solar panel for classroom use connects easily to LEDs, motors, buzzers, and meters—making it ideal for inquiry-based science lessons and renewable energy projects.

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Classroom Applications & Teaching Value

• Demonstrates solar energy conversion from light to electrical energy

• Allows students to investigate how light intensity and shading affect voltage and current

• Supports building and testing series and parallel circuits

• Encourages hands-on measurement using multimeters to analyze voltage, current, and power

• Ideal for renewable energy projects, engineering challenges, and STEM design activities

NGSS-Aligned Lesson Framing

Disciplinary Core Ideas
PS3.A – Definitions of Energy
PS3.B – Conservation of Energy and Energy Transfer
ESS3.A – Natural Resources

Science & Engineering Practices
Developing and using models
Planning and carrying out investigations
Analyzing and interpreting data
Using mathematics and computational thinking

Crosscutting Concepts
Energy and matter
Cause and effect
Systems and system models

Recommended for upper elementary science, middle school STEM, and introductory high school physics.

Product Features

• Output: 5V, 100 mA, 0.54 W

• Panel size: 70 mm × 70 mm

• Includes red and black alligator clip cables (150 mm length)

• Compact, lightweight design for classroom use

• Compatible with common low-voltage educational components

What’s Included

• 5V solar cell panel

• Red and black alligator clip connecting cables

This solar cell for science classrooms is an excellent choice for educators seeking a durable, NGSS-aligned renewable energy teaching tool that supports hands-on learning and student experimentation.

PRODUCT WARNINGS

This product is NOT A TOY. It is designed for educational, scientific, or professional use only. Adult supervision is required at all times. Improper use may cause injury or damage. Always follow safety guidelines and wear appropriate protective equipment. Not suitable for children 15 and under.