====== Is this solar generator good for me? ======

The way to find a solar generator fit for your needs is to comprehensively assess both your needs and the capabilities of the device under consideration.  

===== needs assessment =====
 
  - do your [[electrical:12v:dailypowerrequirements|daily power assessment]]
  - assess [[12v:bank-sizing|what size battery you need]]
  - assess the [[electrical:solar:sizing|solar]] / [[electrical:12v:alternator|alternator]] / [[electrical:generator|generator]] / [[electrical:converter|shore]] power you need to recharge that battery bank and to run your [[electrical:12v:loads|loads]]
  - assess the [[electrical:inverter#msw_and_electronics|type]] and [[electrical:inverter#sizing_your_inverter|size]] inverter you need
  - figure out how long you need the unit to last.  1 year?  5 years?

===== product assessment =====

Answering these questions will require reading the product [[lifestyle:faq_solar_generator#specifications|specs]]/manual:

  * How well does the product under consideration meet the needs above?  
  * How effectively will it charge from your chosen sources? 
  * What is the chemistry of the internal batteries?

If it meets your needs, does it do so at a price you are willing to pay?