WA
2331 posts
Looking to get some solar related gear, i.e. panel(s), regulator etc. for remote camping.
Anyone have any recommendations on where to purchase?
WA
15849 posts
Most camping stores do them now, BCF had them the last time I was there.
WA
975 posts
Mate,
Have a chat to Gadget!
He will know.
Cheers GT
QLD
6809 posts
I have been thinking that having a solar panel on every camping van, even car roof in our climate will be quite cool.
You could run ventilation system or fridge inside even, recharge battery a bit specifically in hybrid vehicle.
But that main my concern is ability to shatter glass in road accident and create hell of flying missile shrapnel.
So I would use only flexible plastic solar panel latest generation that could be glued to the roof safely.
WA
647 posts
Try these guys
www.lowenergydevelopments.com.au
I bought some 160 watt folding ones with additional 10m extension lead for around $460 delivered from over east to Perth received in 5 days
Found them on eBay as its cheaper than there web site, then quote eBay price and deal with them direct over the phone easy as.
Postage was $70 with insurance TNT
WA
6277 posts
Ensure you get an MPPT regulator, not the normal one.
They give you up to 30% better power conversion. This matches the solar panel's best operating voltage and the battery's best charging voltage...
