solar question
hello, currently I am using 550w 12v rangy panels (4x 100w and 1x 150, with 1x more 150w coming). I completely rebuilt my RV, and it currently has no true electric. the solar panels go through my ye...
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Mako Kupo wrote:pianotuna wrote:
Here is what you need.
A converter. Progressive Dynamics, Iota, or Boondocker.
A solar charge controller and panels
An inverter that is large enough to run all the devices you wish to power. It should be sized at 125% of the maximum load that needs to be run.
A large capacity battery bank. Decide the sizing by doing an energy audit.
The inverter can either be stand alone, or have a charger built in. I kept the OEM converter because sometimes the Magnum inverter causes gfci outlets to fault.
There are a few inverters that double as charge controllers for Solar. I would not choose that type of equipment. They have not been around long enough to have a track record.
I have the progressive dynamics 90 amp 120/240. I also have 700w in panels. I'm still just waiting for a basic answer to my question. can solar panels charge the house batteries that are also charged by shore power/alternator? that is all I am asking. thank you! I included the link to my converter in the OP.
Normally you'll want to disconnect the converter and install a inverter/charger. That's what I did and I left the converter intact in the event my inverter goes down. All I have to do in plug my converter back in and plug into shore power.
