bblake2021
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I am in the process of converting a 5x10 cargo trailer to live in for 3-4 months. My plan is to make it capable of both summer and winter use in the states of Arizona and Colorado. I will be copying the DIY solar trailer to some extent. This is what I am trying to decide between components.
Solar panels
4x Rich Solar 200W 24V Mono Panels (or if anyone knows of anything better with similar dimensions)
or
6x Renogy Eclipse 100W 12V sunpower panels (may possibly add a panel or two to my pickup camper if needed later) -leaning toward these more efficient and a little lighter weight but only 600 vs 800w
All-in-one
MPP HYBRID LV6048 6kW Split Phase 120V/240V- 2 x 80MPPT Inputs (8Kw Solar) parallelable to 18kw
https://watts247.com/product/hybrid-lv6048-split-phase-120v-240v/?wpam_id=3
Battery Bank
I would like to keep it small to save on space and weight. I was thinking I might be able to get away with 2x Battleborn 12v 100Ah heated batteries (might need 4x since the all-in-one says 48v?)
or
some type of DIY tesla battery
I went with the MPP HYBRID LV6048 because I want to have the ability to charge electric vehicles in the future with a larger array.
There are certain things that I would like to be able to power occasionally using only the 6-800w array on the top of the trailer if possible.
-Small air conditioner- I’ll probably put this on a separate inverter to run at night unless it makes sense to just run the LV6048 24/7
(https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08G1VM7R7/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_3?smid=A38F1REGZFNN6L&psc=1)
-Small countertop icemaker
-Electric chainsaw and other electric tools (may have to do this connected to larger array or just use agenerator)
-12v RV fan (up to 2.7a)
-4-6x LED Exterior/interior lights 12v 3.5w 245mA ea
-Possibly a small rv type water pump in the future
-other miscellaneous home appliances (laptop, TV, cell phone, etc.)
I have a 3,850w (4,850w peak) generator as a backup for everything. I am new to solar and this will be my first build experience with it so forgive my ignorance. One big question I’m grappling with is the pros and cons of going 12v vs. 24v vs. 48v for a trailer this size and intended applications. Also with LV6048 will I be able to connect 12v appliances and have both 120v and 240v inputs and outputs?
Solar panels
4x Rich Solar 200W 24V Mono Panels (or if anyone knows of anything better with similar dimensions)
or
6x Renogy Eclipse 100W 12V sunpower panels (may possibly add a panel or two to my pickup camper if needed later) -leaning toward these more efficient and a little lighter weight but only 600 vs 800w
All-in-one
MPP HYBRID LV6048 6kW Split Phase 120V/240V- 2 x 80MPPT Inputs (8Kw Solar) parallelable to 18kw
https://watts247.com/product/hybrid-lv6048-split-phase-120v-240v/?wpam_id=3
Battery Bank
I would like to keep it small to save on space and weight. I was thinking I might be able to get away with 2x Battleborn 12v 100Ah heated batteries (might need 4x since the all-in-one says 48v?)
or
some type of DIY tesla battery
I went with the MPP HYBRID LV6048 because I want to have the ability to charge electric vehicles in the future with a larger array.
There are certain things that I would like to be able to power occasionally using only the 6-800w array on the top of the trailer if possible.
-Small air conditioner- I’ll probably put this on a separate inverter to run at night unless it makes sense to just run the LV6048 24/7
(https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08G1VM7R7/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_3?smid=A38F1REGZFNN6L&psc=1)
-Small countertop icemaker
-Electric chainsaw and other electric tools (may have to do this connected to larger array or just use agenerator)
-12v RV fan (up to 2.7a)
-4-6x LED Exterior/interior lights 12v 3.5w 245mA ea
-Possibly a small rv type water pump in the future
-other miscellaneous home appliances (laptop, TV, cell phone, etc.)
I have a 3,850w (4,850w peak) generator as a backup for everything. I am new to solar and this will be my first build experience with it so forgive my ignorance. One big question I’m grappling with is the pros and cons of going 12v vs. 24v vs. 48v for a trailer this size and intended applications. Also with LV6048 will I be able to connect 12v appliances and have both 120v and 240v inputs and outputs?