I bought 2x 175w renogy flexible panels, that I wanted to mount lengthwise, side by side, on my high top van using VHB tape, and wired in parallel to the renogy 30a hybrid mppt/dc-dc charger.
Unfortunately, the amount of flex required at the edge of the roof is too much for the panels. I am shy about 4” of width on the roof. I am considering mounting the 2 panels with a small amount of overlap, causing the bottom panel to be obscured along the length of the panel about 2” into the PV array.
I’m assuming I’ll still get more than 50% of the amperage from the obscured panel. I know this isn’t a good idea, but will it generally work?
Thanks!
Unfortunately, the amount of flex required at the edge of the roof is too much for the panels. I am shy about 4” of width on the roof. I am considering mounting the 2 panels with a small amount of overlap, causing the bottom panel to be obscured along the length of the panel about 2” into the PV array.
I’m assuming I’ll still get more than 50% of the amperage from the obscured panel. I know this isn’t a good idea, but will it generally work?
Thanks!