RV
RV solar
kits are a wonderful way to extend the amount of time that can possibly be
spent camping in an RV. By utilizing solar power, the normal energy
options may be greatly supplemented or entirely supplanted. With solar
panels, you can rely far less on generators and batteries. There are
several RV solar kits on the market today. Consider the following factors
when searching for RV solar kits:
• How much power are you
using? Are you a weekend RV camper or do you live in your recreational
vehicle for extended periods of time? There are different sizes and
capacities of RV solar kits. The average solar kits run from 50 watts to
around 440 watts.
• What do you run in your RV? Are you just using basic lighting and water,
or are you powering a microwave, TV, furnace and other amenities? The more
power you need, the more solar panels and watts you will require.
• How is the local weather? Plenty of sunlight will be needed to charge up
your solar panels. Using an inverter with a built-in charger will make it
possible to charge up your batteries for use when it gets stormy. For
those who only have a DC system and no generator, you will be out of power
during bad weather.
Most RV owners install
their own RV solar kits. Many of these kits come with solar panels, a
charge controller, mounting structures, output wiring, fuses, and
intermodule cables. Check with your individual vendor or reseller for the
specifics of their kits’ contents. More solar panels may easily be added
as energy needs increase. For those not up to the challenge, there are
installation centers available in many states. Regardless of who installs
it, you will certainly enjoy staying in your recreational vehicle longer
with the help of solar energy.
