CanadianEH
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First post here.. Lurking for awhile. Thank you in advance for all help tips.
I am not 100% new to solar systems, but certainly no expert.. previously setup a very Simple solar charger setup to my last travel trailer. Which comprised of 2 100 watt panels, a victron mppt. More or less to keep batteries tippy top while sitting in storage.
I am have a new trailer now and rather than putting money into a Genny.. I am interested in setting up a much larger system including inverter and 24v life4p0 battery.
My question.. I have enough room for 1 or 2 425w q.cells peak duo L-g7 panels. Or perhaps the slightly smaller duo g7 330w panels. But I don't seem to see anyone go with larger Panels like this, everyone seems to use many 100 watt panels. These qcell panels would cost me quite a bit less then buying 4x 100 watt panels.
Any reason i shouldnt go the larger panel route?
And bonus question. Is there any reason that the panels have to be mounted very tight to the roof? Or can they be raised up 5-6 inches or more off the roof to help decrease the chance of shade from things like an ac unit?
I'm sure I'll have several more questions but this will help determine where to start.
I am not 100% new to solar systems, but certainly no expert.. previously setup a very Simple solar charger setup to my last travel trailer. Which comprised of 2 100 watt panels, a victron mppt. More or less to keep batteries tippy top while sitting in storage.
I am have a new trailer now and rather than putting money into a Genny.. I am interested in setting up a much larger system including inverter and 24v life4p0 battery.
My question.. I have enough room for 1 or 2 425w q.cells peak duo L-g7 panels. Or perhaps the slightly smaller duo g7 330w panels. But I don't seem to see anyone go with larger Panels like this, everyone seems to use many 100 watt panels. These qcell panels would cost me quite a bit less then buying 4x 100 watt panels.
Any reason i shouldnt go the larger panel route?
And bonus question. Is there any reason that the panels have to be mounted very tight to the roof? Or can they be raised up 5-6 inches or more off the roof to help decrease the chance of shade from things like an ac unit?
I'm sure I'll have several more questions but this will help determine where to start.