I am a Commercial Electrician but Solar beginner, Had a few questions after reading some of the Stickies and some other sources ...
The install is in 35' Toy hauler equipped with a Onan 5500 Genset and will be used for primarily Desert Dry camping sometimes in excess of 15 days. Budget not as important as longevity and reliability, but don't want to waste either.
1. Is running a 3000 watt AC off Solar just never going to happen? just askin' , If went with a 3000-4000w system and a Soft start device ?
2. Assuming that the AC off Solar is not going to happen, I cant imagine needing more than a 1000W system of panels and a 1000w Inverter / Charger device?
3. Do panels need to be tilted and aimed? we usually park in one place for the entire trip and can leave them in proper position. I understand there will be a loss of efficiency
4. are Lipo's being used alot in RV systems? I read they are good for dry camping because they charge faster ?
I checked into Packages and they seem overpriced after reviewing the components by themselves, Looking for recommendations on all the components off a system and design . I have High-Press crimping tools, Wholesale wire sources and experience building control panels and motor control.
Thanks so much in advance for any help!
The install is in 35' Toy hauler equipped with a Onan 5500 Genset and will be used for primarily Desert Dry camping sometimes in excess of 15 days. Budget not as important as longevity and reliability, but don't want to waste either.
1. Is running a 3000 watt AC off Solar just never going to happen? just askin' , If went with a 3000-4000w system and a Soft start device ?
2. Assuming that the AC off Solar is not going to happen, I cant imagine needing more than a 1000W system of panels and a 1000w Inverter / Charger device?
3. Do panels need to be tilted and aimed? we usually park in one place for the entire trip and can leave them in proper position. I understand there will be a loss of efficiency
4. are Lipo's being used alot in RV systems? I read they are good for dry camping because they charge faster ?
I checked into Packages and they seem overpriced after reviewing the components by themselves, Looking for recommendations on all the components off a system and design . I have High-Press crimping tools, Wholesale wire sources and experience building control panels and motor control.
Thanks so much in advance for any help!
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