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--- electrical:solar:rationing [2017/11/21 20:19]
frater_secessus
+++ electrical:solar:rationing [2017/11/21 20:52]
frater_secessus [maximizing solar harvest]
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 ===== maximizing solar harvest =====
-  * ensure the panels are not shaded by natural obstructions:  move out from under trees, overhangs, etc.
+  * ensure the panels are not shaded by //natural// obstructions:  move out from under trees, overhangs, etc.
-  * ensure the panels are not shaded by obstructions on your own RV:  antennas, A/C units, vents, etc. One way to minimize shading is to park so that the **greatest expanse of panel is facing south** and any obstructions are on the north side of the van.
+  * ensure the panels are not shaded by //manmade// obstructions on your own RV:  antennas, A/C units, vents, etc. One way to minimize shading is to park so that the **greatest expanse of panel is facing south** and any obstructions are on the north side of the van.
   * tilt panels if possible
   * ensure no tarps, awnings or other obstructions are preventing cooling breezes from passing under/over the panels;  panel output drops as cell temperature rises.
   * framed panels (mono and poly) should be mounted with some space underneath them for cooling airflow.  Cell temperature affects panel voltage output.
   * clean the solar panels.  Dust or dirt on the panels can decrease panel output by 5-10% in some cases.((http://www.lwd.com/solar/deratingfactors.htm))
+  * [[electrical:solar:pwm_tweaking|tweak your PWM controller]] to produce more power, and be //ruthless// about not running loads until the battery bank is out of bulk mode.

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