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Eugarps wrote:Yes, it’s possible to run a typical 13.5k RV a/c on batteries. Odds are these folks have a smaller 10-11k a/c in their 811, which lowers current requirements. Have to provide an ample supply of current (lithium or large bank of wet cells) with the inverter mounted close to the batteries using the largest gauge cables possible. Regardless, it’s not practical ‘cause you can’t run the a/c long enough to be effective. Usually requires the use of a 2000+ watt, low-frequency inverter. Upside to a LF is very high surge current capability (needed to start the a/c). Downsides, they’re heavy, somewhat expensive, and have high, no load parasitic current. Folks have also had limited success using a standard PSW inverter (requires a quality unit with higher than average surge capability) along with a Micro Air Easy Start (lowers start current on the a/c).
All,
I’ve been watching a YouTube channel about a full timing couple with an Arctic Fox 811 truck camper. They have solar, Li batteries and a 2,000w inverter. They claim they run their air conditioner on that system. Does that sound right?
Bill
Nov-20-2019 06:02 PM
Eugarps wrote:
SideHillSoup,
I’d love to know where that name came from. PM me, if you would. I don’t want to be guilty of drifting my own thread. 🙂
It looks to me that a solution could be to have a factory rack on your camper and mount the panels on it. I’d think, using say 160w panels I could get the 400w I’d like to have. That could solve the more-holes-in-the-roof issue. That would be four more holes plus but at least they’d be factory installed.
Just my $0.02 and worth about that.... 😉
Bill
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Eugarps wrote:Saw this on Facebook. 6 Solar Panels on a NL 10-2.
All,
My question is kind of specific. Given the profile and cross-section of the NL 8-11 roof, is it difficult to add a relatively large number (4-6) of solar panels? I’m asking for you to share your experiences.
Thank you,
Bill