Hey guys, long time lurker... I have been looking and trying to figure it out, but, I haven't seen the answer, or I did, and didn't comprehend, or I am asking the search engines the wrong thing.
Anyway, here goes my question, and what basic system this would be in reference to.
If we got a 24v or a 48v system like ones linked lower, how do we run any 12v rv appliances if any, like what do I get, and where does it go in the system?
We were looking at
www.santansolar.com
This looks like it could charge those batteries, but being they are on 12v and this is a 24v, we would need to add 2 more of those batteries right? or buy some 24v batteries?
I am unsure what else in the RV really is running on 12v, maybe nothing, or just some emergency lights. Should we just disconnect those trojans up front, and then setup with 24v lifepo4 batteries to add to that system?
Alternatively, I was looking at this kit
shopsolarkits.com
Except building it peacemeal with the 9x 225 watt panels from santan, and maybe just a single battery. Which I figure could handle the tankless water heater, but unsure.
Anyway, that sample thats provided in the solar energy audit guide, would his usage well enough.
Anyway, I feel like I understand it all, but then when I think I got everything covered, I second guess, etc, and this part, it hasn't clicked yet.
Oh we will be offgrid only, and in Mohave county arizona, I think based on the maps, we get 5.71 peak sun hours.
We haven't bought anything yet. The Rv currently he can power it with a generator with a 120v 30amp plug on the generator, but the generator won't be in the finished setup ideally.
I believe he is trying to budget in right around $1500 for all this, and that is why that santan kit looks pretty attractive, if it will do what we need. Thanks.
Anyway, here goes my question, and what basic system this would be in reference to.
If we got a 24v or a 48v system like ones linked lower, how do we run any 12v rv appliances if any, like what do I get, and where does it go in the system?
We were looking at
2kW Panels with LV2424 Off Grid Inverter Solar Kit | SanTan Solar
MPP solar kit with LVx6548 Off Grid Inverter 6kw of used SanTan Solar T-Series 250W solar panels. Check out our racking options. Perfect for a small DIY off grid solar project.
www.santansolar.com
This looks like it could charge those batteries, but being they are on 12v and this is a 24v, we would need to add 2 more of those batteries right? or buy some 24v batteries?
I am unsure what else in the RV really is running on 12v, maybe nothing, or just some emergency lights. Should we just disconnect those trojans up front, and then setup with 24v lifepo4 batteries to add to that system?
Alternatively, I was looking at this kit
Complete Off-Grid Solar Kit - 3,000W 120V Output [5.12kWh Lithium Batt - ShopSolar.com
Our Remote Solar Power Kit come with everything you need to get up and running with off-grid solar power. Free shipping included! Shop Now. Experience flexibility and customization with our Remote Power Kits [RPK]. These solar kits were designed for those seeking a more traditional and...
shopsolarkits.com
Except building it peacemeal with the 9x 225 watt panels from santan, and maybe just a single battery. Which I figure could handle the tankless water heater, but unsure.
Anyway, that sample thats provided in the solar energy audit guide, would his usage well enough.
Anyway, I feel like I understand it all, but then when I think I got everything covered, I second guess, etc, and this part, it hasn't clicked yet.
Oh we will be offgrid only, and in Mohave county arizona, I think based on the maps, we get 5.71 peak sun hours.
We haven't bought anything yet. The Rv currently he can power it with a generator with a 120v 30amp plug on the generator, but the generator won't be in the finished setup ideally.
I believe he is trying to budget in right around $1500 for all this, and that is why that santan kit looks pretty attractive, if it will do what we need. Thanks.
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