Solar Power

RoamerAllWaze · RoamerAllWaze

FYI ONLY - make of it what you will.

dorian · dorian

https://edition.cnn.com/2020/10/14/energy/solar-energy-perovskites-spc-intl/index.html

pghollis · pghollis

G'day everyone, I ordered one of these Sunmaxx solar blankets (see below) to boost the power going into a couple of 110AH batteries. Currently only have the one 170Watt roof mounted panel. Anyway the panel arrived a couple of days ago and I had a go at hooking it up to the van, utilising the the second sol...

Jaahn · Jaahn

Hi Helping a fellow member here, I had suggested some 24V 200W panels from a good supplier previous used. However I was looking at some alternative size panels to fit around some items, AC, vents etc on a van roof, and thought I might get some wider, shorter ones for an easier fit. I broused Ebay and loo...

Dick0 · Dick0

https://richardsonpost.com/david-archibald/18362/hydrogen-will-not-drive-the-economy/

bilbo · bilbo

Is there any type of "protection blanket" to protect panels during a hail storm?? (whilst on the road). I am guessing A) find a servo awning quickly.....B) make sure your insurance is up to date??.C) maybe find a bridge to drive under and quickly ?? wished you had portable panels as the storm approache...

Bobnalong · Bobnalong

G'day all. I have just purchased a 250w folding solar panel kit and on the XTM regulator there is a Digital tube and a key. I have searched the net and found reference to it but do not understand anything about it. Could you guy's explain to me what it is for , in laymen's terms and how do I set it ( on/off)????...

Gumpo · Gumpo

Geday. Hope youre all well .Have not long done the gib and the BFGs are looking ordinary. Running 17s on a 100 series TD wagon . 2 rears are sleeved but with 60% still . What are your recommendations re tyres . I have heard the BFGs arent what they used to be .. any feedback on recent experiences appreciated...

Jaahn · Jaahn

Hi There are lots of experts on GNF sitting at their keyboards just waiting to answer good question about these subjects. Those newbies that have asked a few questions or old hands wanting to upgrade, or just interested people who want to learn a bit more, fire away. Go for it now. Jaahn

Davianni · Davianni

Gday all, finally decided on a Knaus Skywave 650mf ...new from Avan. Using the Covid-19 lockdown to sought things out and doing loads of research on using the equipment; a huge learning curve having very little experience coming from an advertising background. Now we are both retired ready for our f...

Dick0 · Dick0

https://electronsupply.com/12v-250ah-agm-rechargeable-sealed-lead-acid-battery-deep-cycle-dual-fridge-solar/

Aussiefolk · Aussiefolk

Im thinking of adding a 20l fridge/freezer to supplement my inbuilt 12v/240v compressor fridge in my Sprinter RV. My power source is mainly solar - 2 x 80 fixed panels on my roof and a 120 portable blanket - or 240v when available. I have one house battery. Im thinking this wouldnt be adequate to run...

Aussiefolk · Aussiefolk

Im thinking of adding a 20l fridge/freezer to supplement my inbuilt 12v/240v compressor fridge in my Sprinter RV. My power source is mainly solar - 2 x 80 fixed panels on my roof and a 120 portable blanket - or 240v when available. I have one house battery. Im thinking this wouldnt be adequate to run...

Richie148 · Richie148

Hydrogen has been dubbed the fuel of the future. Australia must immediately prepare for a hydrogen revolution to win the global race to secure lucrative Asian export contracts. These words were spoken last year by the PM as the Morrison government pledged to be a major player in this burgeoning indu...

Stevejaz · Stevejaz

Hi Folks While not strictly "solar" this seemed like the best place to ask. We are enjoying travelling SE SA now we can. Had planned to go back to Queensland and as a result are finding a BIG lack of 12 volt power from our modest Solar array. Our Jaco 'Conquest' has a built;lt in "mains" charger which is fin...

Bruce Mc · Bruce Mc

Ive made myself a copy of a Rock Tamer, obviously not as pretty as the real deal, and have it fitted to my 200 series Landcruiser. Ive cut a hole opposite my downwards facing exhaust pipe and have the mudflap angled at approx 30 degrees. When pulling our 22.5ft van the exhaust soot is blowing back onto the...

Ram Man · Ram Man

Looking at buying Solar Panels? Here is what you need to know: Watts = Amps X Volts you need to know from the Spec's the following: Voltage at Maximum Power Point Vmp (V): 18.6 Current at Maximum Power Point Imp (A): 10.8 200 Watts = 18.6 x 10.8 Open Circuit Voltage or Voc is how many volts the solar pane...

oldbloke · oldbloke

So on solar for a couple of days and with heavy overcast and 1 100 ah batt so struggling. (11.9v) This morning voltage was getting low and controller started buzzing. Then realised we had no power. But volt meter then indicating 11.8v. After 15 minutes v was back up to 12.2v (Sun just come out) I press...

Bicyclecamper · Bicyclecamper

I will be constructing a Teardrop bicycle camper soon, to be towed behind my push bike. I intend to use flexible solar panels especially as they are light and can bend slightly to fit on the front of my rounded section of the camper. Now I will have three, one on each side , that can be folded up to any angle...

markf · markf

https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Maxray-12V-250W-Folding-Solar-Panel-Blanket-Solar-Mat-Kit-Mono-Camping-Power-USB/273649082423?hash=item3fb6c1a037:g:wu0AAOSwIndcSwvx:rk:1:pf:0

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	https://www.t1lithium.com.au/batteries/why-t1-lithium.html’ (Preview) FYI ONLY - make of it what you will.	RoamerAllWaze	22	5553	07:42 PM Oct 28, 2020 by beiffe
	Perovskites (Preview) https://edition.cnn.com/2020/10/14/energy/solar-energy-perovskites-spc-intl/index.html	dorian	5	1643	05:37 AM Oct 21, 2020 by dorian
	Sunmaxx 300Watt Solar blanket (Preview) G'day everyone, I ordered one of these Sunmaxx solar blankets (see below) to boost the power going into a couple of 110AH batteries. Currently only have the one 170Watt roof mounted panel. Anyway the panel arrived a couple of days ago and I had a go at hooking it up to the van, utilising the the second sol...	pghollis	15	2617	05:58 PM Oct 6, 2020 by dorian
	Solar panel wattage VS size, discussion ! (Preview) Hi Helping a fellow member here, I had suggested some 24V 200W panels from a good supplier previous used. However I was looking at some alternative size panels to fit around some items, AC, vents etc on a van roof, and thought I might get some wider, shorter ones for an easier fit. I broused Ebay and loo...	Jaahn	7	2276	12:32 PM Oct 6, 2020 by dorian
	An Australian Hydrogen Future - Part 2 (Preview) https://richardsonpost.com/david-archibald/18362/hydrogen-will-not-drive-the-economy/	Dick0	5	1411	12:16 AM Sep 29, 2020 by Tony Bev
	protecting a roof top solar?? (Preview) Is there any type of "protection blanket" to protect panels during a hail storm?? (whilst on the road). I am guessing A) find a servo awning quickly.....B) make sure your insurance is up to date??.C) maybe find a bridge to drive under and quickly ?? wished you had portable panels as the storm approache...	bilbo	6	1728	07:45 PM Sep 17, 2020 by Gravy73
	Digital tube switch on folding panels. (Preview) G'day all. I have just purchased a 250w folding solar panel kit and on the XTM regulator there is a Digital tube and a key. I have searched the net and found reference to it but do not understand anything about it. Could you guy's explain to me what it is for , in laymen's terms and how do I set it ( on/off)????...	Bobnalong	1	1388	05:25 PM Sep 12, 2020 by Bobnalong
	Tyres >what’s your recommendations ?? (Preview) Geday. Hope youre all well .Have not long done the gib and the BFGs are looking ordinary. Running 17s on a 100 series TD wagon . 2 rears are sleeved but with 60% still . What are your recommendations re tyres . I have heard the BFGs arent what they used to be .. any feedback on recent experiences appreciated...	Gumpo	2	1286	12:00 PM Sep 8, 2020 by KJB
	Someone must want to ask a question on solar and associated 12V stuff ! (Preview) Hi There are lots of experts on GNF sitting at their keyboards just waiting to answer good question about these subjects. Those newbies that have asked a few questions or old hands wanting to upgrade, or just interested people who want to learn a bit more, fire away. Go for it now. Jaahn	Jaahn	23	2254	02:18 PM Aug 15, 2020 by Jaahn
	how much power? ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Gday all, finally decided on a Knaus Skywave 650mf ...new from Avan. Using the Covid-19 lockdown to sought things out and doing loads of research on using the equipment; a huge learning curve having very little experience coming from an advertising background. Now we are both retired ready for our f...	Davianni	31	3293	07:48 PM Aug 12, 2020 by TheHeaths
	250AH AGM Battery (Preview) https://electronsupply.com/12v-250ah-agm-rechargeable-sealed-lead-acid-battery-deep-cycle-dual-fridge-solar/	Dick0	4	1483	01:33 PM Aug 11, 2020 by Jaahn
	Solar power requirement to add a portable Fridge/freezer to my rig (Preview) Im thinking of adding a 20l fridge/freezer to supplement my inbuilt 12v/240v compressor fridge in my Sprinter RV. My power source is mainly solar - 2 x 80 fixed panels on my roof and a 120 portable blanket - or 240v when available. I have one house battery. Im thinking this wouldnt be adequate to run...	Aussiefolk	1	1123	06:54 PM Aug 5, 2020 by swamp
	Solar requirements to add portable 12v/240v 20l fridge/freezer To rig (Preview) Im thinking of adding a 20l fridge/freezer to supplement my inbuilt 12v/240v compressor fridge in my Sprinter RV. My power source is mainly solar - 2 x 80 fixed panels on my roof and a 120 portable blanket - or 240v when available. I have one house battery. Im thinking this wouldnt be adequate to run...	Aussiefolk	6	1393	11:58 AM Aug 3, 2020 by Whenarewethere
	An Australian Hydrogen Future. (Preview) Hydrogen has been dubbed the fuel of the future. Australia must immediately prepare for a hydrogen revolution to win the global race to secure lucrative Asian export contracts. These words were spoken last year by the PM as the Morrison government pledged to be a major player in this burgeoning indu...	Richie148	14	1446	02:42 PM Aug 1, 2020 by Bagmaker
	What size charger can I use? (Preview) Hi Folks While not strictly "solar" this seemed like the best place to ask. We are enjoying travelling SE SA now we can. Had planned to go back to Queensland and as a result are finding a BIG lack of 12 volt power from our modest Solar array. Our Jaco 'Conquest' has a built;lt in "mains" charger which is fin...	Stevejaz	17	2423	10:18 PM Jul 27, 2020 by Hylife
	Exhaust Soot (Preview) Ive made myself a copy of a Rock Tamer, obviously not as pretty as the real deal, and have it fitted to my 200 series Landcruiser. Ive cut a hole opposite my downwards facing exhaust pipe and have the mudflap angled at approx 30 degrees. When pulling our 22.5ft van the exhaust soot is blowing back onto the...	Bruce Mc	2	1544	10:17 AM Jul 17, 2020 by Bruce Mc
	Solar Panels What to Know (Preview) Looking at buying Solar Panels? Here is what you need to know: Watts = Amps X Volts you need to know from the Spec's the following: Voltage at Maximum Power Point Vmp (V): 18.6 Current at Maximum Power Point Imp (A): 10.8 200 Watts = 18.6 x 10.8 Open Circuit Voltage or Voc is how many volts the solar pane...	Ram Man	27	2297	10:33 PM Jun 30, 2020 by Whenarewethere
	Controller buzz (Preview) So on solar for a couple of days and with heavy overcast and 1 100 ah batt so struggling. (11.9v) This morning voltage was getting low and controller started buzzing. Then realised we had no power. But volt meter then indicating 11.8v. After 15 minutes v was back up to 12.2v (Sun just come out) I press...	oldbloke	2	1709	09:29 PM Jun 30, 2020 by woofta and precious
	40 Watt flexible solar on Bicycle Camper. (Preview) I will be constructing a Teardrop bicycle camper soon, to be towed behind my push bike. I intend to use flexible solar panels especially as they are light and can bend slightly to fit on the front of my rounded section of the camper. Now I will have three, one on each side , that can be folded up to any angle...	Bicyclecamper	8	1087	09:47 AM Jun 15, 2020 by Bicyclecamper
	Maxray folding solar mat (Preview) https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Maxray-12V-250W-Folding-Solar-Panel-Blanket-Solar-Mat-Kit-Mono-Camping-Power-USB/273649082423?hash=item3fb6c1a037:g:wu0AAOSwIndcSwvx:rk:1:pf:0	markf	16	7654	11:48 AM Jun 11, 2020 by Whenarewethere
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