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OregonTRX4
Explorer
Mar 25, 2014

Solar panels wire to controller: Length of wire?

I keep my trailer parked on private property and the spot where I keep my trailer is just out of range from where I can get direct sun most of the day. I have 2 80w panels on a stand and a charge con...
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BFL13
Explorer II
Mar 27, 2014
I agree if it is no real trouble, fatter wire is better. I also like that kind that has the zillion fine silky strands instead of a fewer number of thick strands. The former is very flexible for curving in tight spaces like in a RV battery compartment.

--controller location--It is easier with 5ers. The TT battery box could have a second box beside/under it for the controller I suppose.

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