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lifestyle:faq_solar_generator [2022/05/09 21:05] princess_fluffypants [Solar generators] |
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These devices are packaged for convenience and are usually much more expensive than the components bought separately. | These devices are packaged for convenience and are usually much more expensive than the components bought separately. | ||
- | Less expensive "solar generators" | + | Less expensive "solar generators" |
The overall proposition can be summed up by the title of a Bob Wells video, [[https:// | The overall proposition can be summed up by the title of a Bob Wells video, [[https:// | ||
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* **Has //plenty// of disposable income** | * **Has //plenty// of disposable income** | ||
* Camps on relatively short outings | * Camps on relatively short outings | ||
- | * Has small to medium power needs | + | * Has small to medium power needs, or does not need long run time. |
* Can charge from shore power when away from the camper | * Can charge from shore power when away from the camper | ||
* May need to bring their power source well outside of their vehicle for recreational or work reasons | * May need to bring their power source well outside of their vehicle for recreational or work reasons | ||
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Note that the loads mentioned are all resistance loads (heating coils). | Note that the loads mentioned are all resistance loads (heating coils). | ||
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+ | ==== DIY solar generator ==== | ||
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+ | [[https:// | ||
+ | People who want portability or an all-in-one solution can build their own solar generator out of a [[https:// | ||
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+ | In this approach the battery, inverter, solar charge controller, and DC power ports are installed in or on the carrier. | ||
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+ | * Will Prowse [[https:// | ||
===== quirks ===== | ===== quirks ===== | ||