inexpensive panels
Hi all, I know nothing about this firm--but the prices appear to be low: https://www.santansolar.com/?fbclid=IwAR17Xx_DhkB3h13BFmTjqejxTlf92ZO7UsVEAiNjNmcyNzrOkJx9XgYN26c
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Would a simple $16 charge controller like this:
https://www.amazon.com/Controller-Regulator-Intelligent-Adjustable-Parameter/dp/B07STZSG9J/ref=psdc_2236627011_t3_B07G1PL1B9
work with one (or two) 250w panels like this:
https://store.santansolar.com/product/santan-solar-t-series-250w/
I'm a little confused about the requirements of the charge controller vs the output VOLTAGE of the solar panels.
If that combo worked, then you could put a 250w solar system on your RV for:
- 250w solar panel: $50
- 30a charge controller: $16
- Z-brackets + wiring + misc: $50(?)
Total: ~$120 (or 500w for ~$190)
I bought a 200w WindyNation system off Amazon for ~$260 recently and will install it on one of my RVs. If you convince me that the above 250w setup would work, I'll probably add that to my other RV just for fun. I'll have a nice Aili battery monitor on each so I'll be able to see exactly how each performs.
I guess where it gets really interesting is if you are creating a 500w or 750w system. 500w solar system for less than $200 seems pretty amazing. Unfortunately (I guess...lol) I only have ~200AH battery bank and no real need for a 500w system.
Shipping of the panels becomes an issue. BUT...I happen to be traveling near Gilbert AZ (where they are located) in about a week and I could pick up the panel(s) in person.
Am I missing anything here?
Chris
https://www.amazon.com/Controller-Regulator-Intelligent-Adjustable-Parameter/dp/B07STZSG9J/ref=psdc_2236627011_t3_B07G1PL1B9
work with one (or two) 250w panels like this:
https://store.santansolar.com/product/santan-solar-t-series-250w/
I'm a little confused about the requirements of the charge controller vs the output VOLTAGE of the solar panels.
If that combo worked, then you could put a 250w solar system on your RV for:
- 250w solar panel: $50
- 30a charge controller: $16
- Z-brackets + wiring + misc: $50(?)
Total: ~$120 (or 500w for ~$190)
I bought a 200w WindyNation system off Amazon for ~$260 recently and will install it on one of my RVs. If you convince me that the above 250w setup would work, I'll probably add that to my other RV just for fun. I'll have a nice Aili battery monitor on each so I'll be able to see exactly how each performs.
I guess where it gets really interesting is if you are creating a 500w or 750w system. 500w solar system for less than $200 seems pretty amazing. Unfortunately (I guess...lol) I only have ~200AH battery bank and no real need for a 500w system.
Shipping of the panels becomes an issue. BUT...I happen to be traveling near Gilbert AZ (where they are located) in about a week and I could pick up the panel(s) in person.
Am I missing anything here?
Chris
