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Re: Off grid rv help
In that case, I'd probably just go with a pair of GC batteries. I did that with just a generator (no solar at all) for a few years while working on the cabin. Solar would have been a bonus not having…1 · -
Re: Off grid rv help
So assuming a 4a load 24 x 4 is 96ah/day. 300ah is a bit of an odd size (GC would be ~225ah, L16 ~350), but using 300ah, that would give you ~ 1.5 days to 50% charge. 2 x 280w rated panels will likel…1 · -
Re: Comparing Lead Acid battery bank vs. AGM
I spot check (couple of cells) water ~ monthly, and full SG & water (all cells) ~ quarterly. If SGs are off (eg some at 1.28, some at 1.25), I do equalization cycle(s), which is basically a contr…1 · -
Re: Connecting multiple solar panels and controllers to a single battery bank
Multiple panels to a single controller can be fine, as long as the wiring and controller are right. I have a total of 18 x 250w panels wired in two array of nine, through two mppt controllers, to a 4…1 · -
Re: Connecting multiple solar panels and controllers to a single battery bank
I have 3 pv arrays feeding 3 controllers (2 mmpt & 1 pwm type), plus 2 AC chargers connected to a single 48v bank. It generally works fine. Multiple panels (an array) to a single controller is fi…2 ·