The "nest" and it's loads
All loads turned off and each load measured 1 at a time with a Sears AC/DC clamp on amp meter. Watts are measured current * 12 volts Basic formulas: All watts are E*I=W; in all cases E = 12 Vdc...
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Now we move into the battery compartment.
This photo shows the CC, solar breaker panel, the
30 amp Blue Sea fuse that feeds the distribution
panel and other breakers. They are one for a feed
line to aux 12 volt outlets inside the TM. The other
contains breakers from the TV charging system. Also shows
the Trimetric shunt location.
Interior of the TV breaker box.
Battery box covers were removed but normally go to vent on left side
in the first picture.
Wiring from the roof mounted panels is 10 AWG marine grade routed through Cord Mate II, a type of conduit. The Cord Mate II was painted for UV protection.
The portable panels connect via 8 AWG marine grade wire, a 25 foot run.
This photo shows the CC, solar breaker panel, the
30 amp Blue Sea fuse that feeds the distribution
panel and other breakers. They are one for a feed
line to aux 12 volt outlets inside the TM. The other
contains breakers from the TV charging system. Also shows
the Trimetric shunt location.
Interior of the TV breaker box.
Battery box covers were removed but normally go to vent on left side
in the first picture.
Wiring from the roof mounted panels is 10 AWG marine grade routed through Cord Mate II, a type of conduit. The Cord Mate II was painted for UV protection.
The portable panels connect via 8 AWG marine grade wire, a 25 foot run.
