Small solar charger system...
I am interested in using a basic solar panel with my camper to charge one or two 12V batteries. I would want to be able to run the water pump, a light or two and a 12V fan. Any suggestions of how to a...
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There is a lot of info on RV solar on the web. Here is a place to start if you want to begin the learning process: link
You want to get some real deep cycle batteries (that usually means 6 volt) too and convert to LED lighting. LED lights can be had for a reasonable price from eBay if you are willing to wait for them to come from China. Just remember you want warm white in color.
I would advise 200 watts of solar for two batteries.
I'm going solar and will likely be putting 300 watts aboard going into my two Lifeline 6 volts AGMs (I want a bit more margin).
Do not take anybody's word for it however (including mine). Get educated so you can make an intelligent choice. I was ignorant about solar a year ago and have been learning a bunch. Lots of folks post about their solar systems big and small on the web.
You want to get some real deep cycle batteries (that usually means 6 volt) too and convert to LED lighting. LED lights can be had for a reasonable price from eBay if you are willing to wait for them to come from China. Just remember you want warm white in color.
I would advise 200 watts of solar for two batteries.
I'm going solar and will likely be putting 300 watts aboard going into my two Lifeline 6 volts AGMs (I want a bit more margin).
Do not take anybody's word for it however (including mine). Get educated so you can make an intelligent choice. I was ignorant about solar a year ago and have been learning a bunch. Lots of folks post about their solar systems big and small on the web.
