Can I run my RV air conditioner with solar?
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by RV Solar Connections
1y ago
Powering an RV Air Conditioner with Solar "Can I run my RV air conditioner with solar?" This is one of the most common questions we get asked. The short answer is: yes! In fact, many of our clients do just that.  With that said, there is no “one size fits all” when it comes to running an electrical load of this size with solar. Factors such as outside temperature, RV or camper van insulation rating, and AC efficiency can all impact how much power we need to do this.  In addition, the solar system must be appropriately sized to also power any other appliances we want ..read more
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What Size Inverter Do I Need For My RV or Van Conversion?
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by RV Solar Connections
1y ago
What Size Inverter Do I Need For My RV or Van Conversion? With so many choices on the market, it can be challenging to determine which inverter size you need for your RV or van. By the end of this short guide, you’ll know how to make an educated decision when purchasing an inverter. What does an inverter do? An inverter takes DC (direct current) from a battery bank, and converts it into AC (alternating current) to supply power to common household appliances (like TVs, microwaves, etc.) Deciding which inverter is right for you only takes a few quick steps. Let’s get started! Overview ..read more
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PWM vs. MPPT Solar Charge Controllers for RVs, Vans, and More
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by RV Solar Connections
1y ago
PWM vs. MPPT Solar Charge Controllers What are PWM and MPPT solar charge controllers? Solar charge controllers generally come in two varieties, which are abbreviated as PWM and MPPT. These stand for Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) and Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT), or the technology each model uses to actually control the flow of charge in a solar electrical system.  We’ll be getting into the purpose of a solar charge controller below, and how to compare PWM vs. MPPT when it comes to the best solar charge controller for your specific system. What does a solar charge controller ..read more
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What does “Solar Ready” or “Solar Prep” mean on an RV?
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by RV Solar Connections
1y ago
What does "Solar Ready" mean on an RV? Got a “solar-ready” sticker on your RV or motorhome? If you’re wondering what that means, you’re not alone. More RVs are coming out solar-ready (also called “solar prepped”) for this next generation of travelers who want more freedom on the road.  What is a solar-ready RV? A solar-ready RV typically has a particular type of port on the roof or side, and a pre-wired path for solar panels to connect to your battery bank.  What is included in a solar-prepped RV? Is it enough? In practice, the type of port, wiring, and capacity of your ..read more
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Victron Review: 5 Reasons We Recommend Blue Power
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by RV Solar Connections
1y ago
Victron Energy Review 5 Reasons We Recommend Blue Power Off-grid RV adventures are all about freedom on the road: traveling without worrying about cramped RV parks or paying for hook-ups. And that freedom is most enjoyable when you truly feel confident in your off-grid solar electrical system.   We recommend Victron Energy because we know their equipment will keep you charged, comfortable, and safe, wherever you go. In this review we’ll hit on the top 5 reasons we recommend Victron Energy to all of our clients.  1. High-quality, high-value A Victron inverter/charger ..read more
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How To Do An RV Solar Energy Audit
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by RV Solar Connections
1y ago
How To Do An RV Solar Energy Audit Why do I need to do an RV solar energy audit? “How much solar do I need for my RV?” is probably the most common question we get. That answer comes down to you and your specific lifestyle, which you can figure out through an RV solar energy audit.  When planning an RV solar system, we need to know enough about your expected energy usage to keep you comfortable. This means accounting for which appliances you use, how much you use them, and how much power they require to run as often as you need. This information will determine your ideal R ..read more
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How To Do An RV Solar Appliance Inventory
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by RV Solar Connections
1y ago
How To Do An RV Solar Appliance Inventory Why do I need to do an RV appliance inventory? The appliances you use, and how much you use them on a daily basis, will determine how much solar you need for your RV.  Before designing any off-grid RV solar system, we like to take folks through an energy audit to figure this sort of thing out. That ensures we get them the right size solar array, battery bank, components, and everything else. Basically, we want to keep you comfortable based on the amount of power you’re realistically going to need.  Step one is answering this basic ques ..read more
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How To Find The Watts Of An Appliance
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by RV Solar Connections
1y ago
How To Find The Watts (Wattage) Of Any Appliance Why do I need to know how many watts my appliances use? Most people don’t think too much about energy consumption, but going off-grid requires planning for how much power you need day to day. Your battery bank, solar array, and overall system size will depend on it. First, you need to know which appliances you will be using. Then, how much time you’ll spend using them each day. Finally, you need to know their wattage — basically, how much electrical power (measured in watts) they require to run. Combined, this will give you your  ..read more
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