installing solar panel on trailer questions..
I am looking to install solar panel on my airstream and was looking at some 195 watt 24 volts units. They are a bit larger than the 100 to 130 watt 12v version and i was wondering if the size would b...
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Not so much wind damage but more damage from bouncing as a RV does going down the road.. on the airforums a guys the does a bunch of solar installs was saying they did not use the larger panels due to the excessive flexing of the frame causing the glass to crack delaminate\etc and other problems..
I was more intrested in panels with a 24v output vs 12 to keep wiring size and weight down. seem most of the smaller 100-150 watt units are 12v. I did find some that are 195 watt and the size is not too big. they are Length 62.3"; Width 31.9", Depth 1.6"
I do appreciate all the info and first hand experiences.. Plus I was thinking you could get some alum bar stock and attach to long side with screws to frame to help stiffen it up.
I was more intrested in panels with a 24v output vs 12 to keep wiring size and weight down. seem most of the smaller 100-150 watt units are 12v. I did find some that are 195 watt and the size is not too big. they are Length 62.3"; Width 31.9", Depth 1.6"
I do appreciate all the info and first hand experiences.. Plus I was thinking you could get some alum bar stock and attach to long side with screws to frame to help stiffen it up.
smkettner wrote:
My 225w panels are broadside to the wind and have survived just fine driving 62 mph into 45 mph gusting wind. I think most of the air goes over the panel or is parallel to the roof causing no lift issues.
what charge controller do you use for your large panels which I am guessing are 24v output.
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Never seen a post with wind damage or coming loose from the mounts.
