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When choosing an RV solar system, it is best to start planning with identifying what kind of RV you have. This is because each type of recreational vehicle has specific requirements and limitations for off-grid power and solar charging systems.
Common questions regarding solar and inverter systems in RVs
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The wires on your solar panels are like the water pip[es in your home, but instead of carrying water, they carry the electricity you need to charge your batteries and power your devices. Wire gauges and connectors vary by system.
A solar charge controller is the brains of a charging system. The solar controller determines when and how the solar panels charge your batteries based on several factors. This protects your batteries from being overcharged from your solar kit.
A remote for a solar charge controller allows the user to remotely read the output of their solar panels. These are usually installed where they can be seen easily inside the RV.
Solar panels take light energy from the sun and turn it into useful DC electricity. This electricity is useful for charging batteries or for immediate consumption using a power inverter.
Batteries are the lifeblood of an RV off-grid power system because they store the power needed at times when there is no power plug. RV batteries are available in a variety of types and common voltages like 6 Volt and 12 Volt.
Circuit breakers are designed to protect AC wiring in your RV. The breakers are allowed to trip and be reset. They can allow for easily shutting of a circuit.
Power inverters are devices that allow a user to run 120-volt appliances from their 12-volt battery banks. These units come in a variety of models including power waveform of True Sine Wave and Modified Sine Wave and charging models including inverter only or inverter chargers.
Typical Electrical Loads for RV appliances and electric devices.
This is a partial list of the common devices and appliances that RV owners request to run on their RV solar panel system. Each item has its own electrical specifications and common run times. For more information visit the Complete list of off-grid common RV loads.