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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators

04-11-2024, 03:30 AM

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I added Solar to my Roadtrek (Sprinter)

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Posted By engnrsrule

Update after Trips and upgrade

So after I realized the misstated capacity of the original single panel discussed earlier, I added 2 120 w panels to the mix. I believe I am now getting around 280 watts. I will say that I...

Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators

12-07-2023, 03:20 AM

Replies: 34

I added Solar to my Roadtrek (Sprinter)

Views: 2,134

Posted By engnrsrule

I ordered the 12v power supply. Did not realize...

I ordered the 12v power supply. Did not realize these were available. I am particularly sensitive when there is not enough humidification, but I use a heated hose and may try to get by with unheated...

Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators

11-25-2023, 09:00 PM

Replies: 34

I added Solar to my Roadtrek (Sprinter)

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Posted By engnrsrule

I permanently mounted the sequencer in a box.

I permanently mounted the sequencer in a box.

Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators

11-25-2023, 03:05 PM

Replies: 34

I added Solar to my Roadtrek (Sprinter)

Views: 2,134

Posted By engnrsrule

Thank you SteveJ. I think the 400w hook in this...

Thank you SteveJ. I think the 400w hook in this panel might have been an 8 hour extrapolation, so yes. But I sized the rest of the system to support more panels going forward. Challenge is the space...

Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators

11-24-2023, 10:11 PM

Replies: 34

I added Solar to my Roadtrek (Sprinter)

Views: 2,134

Posted By engnrsrule

Added Power sequencing

So I found a 4 channel sequencing relay, which opens circuits in reverse order it closes them. System works nicely. Energize, SCC comes on, 8 seconds later panels connect. Power off Panels...

Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators

11-23-2023, 07:11 PM

Replies: 34

I added Solar to my Roadtrek (Sprinter)

Views: 2,134

Posted By engnrsrule

Maybe I got duped. EBay. Listed as "unbranded",...

Maybe I got duped. EBay. Listed as "unbranded", it is more like under 20 lbs. It is 26x24 inches.

Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators

11-23-2023, 05:31 PM

Replies: 34

I added Solar to my Roadtrek (Sprinter)

Views: 2,134

Posted By engnrsrule

Specs on "400 Watt" panel

Here are the panel specs:

Max Power: 400w
Max Power Current (IMP): 2.77a
Max Power Voltage: 18v
Short Circuit Current (ISC): 3.23a
Temperature Range: -40°F - 180°F
Power Tolerance: 0-3%...

Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators

11-21-2023, 08:19 PM

Replies: 34

I added Solar to my Roadtrek (Sprinter)

Views: 2,134

Posted By engnrsrule

I found something that should work and follows...

I found something that should work and follows Boosters thinking, and still lets me power on or off with one switch. The PV and Battery feed are normal relays but I am running the coil feeds thru a...

Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators

11-21-2023, 08:16 PM

Replies: 34

I added Solar to my Roadtrek (Sprinter)

Views: 2,134

Posted By engnrsrule

I am skeptical, but will see how it performs...

I am skeptical, but will see how it performs under real life conditions and report back. There were mixed reviews but only one out of many said it underperformed. I have limited roof space and had...

Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators

11-19-2023, 06:35 PM

Replies: 34

I added Solar to my Roadtrek (Sprinter)

Views: 2,134

Posted By engnrsrule

Here is the schematic. I can take the SCC out of...

Here is the schematic. I can take the SCC out of the relay.

So Booster, is there a device that would accomplish the sequencing? Trigger On: turn on 12v control switch / powers up SCC relay /...

Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators

11-19-2023, 01:57 AM

Replies: 34

I added Solar to my Roadtrek (Sprinter)

Views: 2,134

Posted By engnrsrule

Thanks for that explanation. I had seen that...

Thanks for that explanation. I had seen that recommendation but not the why. They connect and disconnect simultaneously as wired. One relay with 2 legs. I guess I could leave the SCC hard wired and...

Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators

11-19-2023, 01:04 AM

Replies: 34

I added Solar to my Roadtrek (Sprinter)

Views: 2,134

Posted By engnrsrule

I added Solar to my Roadtrek (Sprinter)

I became a CPAP user in late 2022, and have found that keeping the inverter in to run it all night is cutting into my boondocking capacity. I have 235 Ampere-Hours of LA batteries. Do not plan to go...

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