Inverter/solar install questions
I am installing an inverter and solar panel setup in my Volante 380MD 5th wheel. I have a Magnum 2812 inverter, 2x 100AH lithium batteries, getting 400AH more of batteries soon. What I am thinking...
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CA Traveler wrote:
Why do you want to make the main panel the sub panel vs the standard installation per the Magnum manual?
There is no reason for the plug shore near the Magnum or for the Magnum to be near either panel. The pedestal for many sites is in the rear so you'll need a longer cord to reach it. There are a lot of reasons for the Magnum to be close to the batteries. A say 125A load on the 12V wires will have 10x the amps then the amps on the 120V wires - plus about a 10% loss due to the charger/inverter power loss. Hence the 12V wires must be larger/shorter.
I've had a few experiences where the pedestal was in the middle of the site and with the length of this thing my 30' 50A cord barely reaches, but I realize I might be in the same situation at other sites if I move it to the front.
Se my reply to 2oldmn as well. I think I might just do the whole house install he suggested.
