Harbor Freight Solar Panel kit
They keep calling to me, Guess it's the price because I'm basically cheap. Anyone have any experience with them in an RV install? I know the controller is junk, not a deal breaker. The cost per w...
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TomG2 wrote:
It is still a low cost option and one does not have to learn about MC4 connectors for instance. Plug and Play with a couple of lights to play with. Some of our members seem more interested in the highly specialized aspects of Solar rather than the fun factor. A couple hundred dollars is a cheap price for learning about Solar. Almost any "Starter kit" will be stored in the garage or upgraded in short order. I wish the OP had not mentioned the brand as that triggers some automatic responses. I like the way people leave out the cost of cables and connectors and the total lack of an owner's manual for the self-designed setups.
So you would rather spend MORE, get LESS all because of the MC4 connectors..
That is plain stupid.
That IS what wire cutters are made for
you simply CUT OFF THE EXISTING MC4 connectors if you do not wish to learn something.There is nothing "magical" about the HF panels and why encourage folks to spend MORE for less just to avoid MC4 connectors.
I would rather spend less and GET MORE WATTAGE..
But hey, perhaps you would be interested in a deal on a bridge in Brooklyn?
