Hello everyone.
This post is my attempt to gather all related information about adding Solar panels to Westy in one place.
If there is a thead and I missed it - please point it out.:-\
There is tons if good info within this forum and all over internet (HandyBobSolar comes to mind...) But NOT in one spot!
Since I am replacing OEMs Exide house batteries with Trojan Gels, I want to add Solar panels to keep those bats topped up while boondocking.
So here is my list of questions:
1. Solar panels brand to consider? Mono or poly crystal? Semi-flex?
2 .wattage (will 2x100watt will be enough to keep batteries charged when used only for fridge and fan?) Found 180 watt panels, but too big to fit on the roof behind the skylight (no AC on the roof)
3. Mounting solutions (3M double sided auto tape? Screws? Silicone?)
4. Controller - what brand to go with? I am considering Samlex SCC-30AB since its designed for gel batteries. Any other brands to consider?
5. Wiring .
Thanks in advance!
This post is my attempt to gather all related information about adding Solar panels to Westy in one place.
If there is a thead and I missed it - please point it out.:-\
There is tons if good info within this forum and all over internet (HandyBobSolar comes to mind...) But NOT in one spot!
Since I am replacing OEMs Exide house batteries with Trojan Gels, I want to add Solar panels to keep those bats topped up while boondocking.
So here is my list of questions:
1. Solar panels brand to consider? Mono or poly crystal? Semi-flex?
2 .wattage (will 2x100watt will be enough to keep batteries charged when used only for fridge and fan?) Found 180 watt panels, but too big to fit on the roof behind the skylight (no AC on the roof)
3. Mounting solutions (3M double sided auto tape? Screws? Silicone?)
4. Controller - what brand to go with? I am considering Samlex SCC-30AB since its designed for gel batteries. Any other brands to consider?
5. Wiring .
Thanks in advance!