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To: Pollard

Yes, I am running 6 deep cycle marine and 600 watts of panel and never have to start the (12v) generator except if I get a couple cloudy days. I use my laptop, run the radio or TV, lights, microwave, fridge on 12v, just as one would in a normal home. And I could actually get away with only 4 batteries.

As you know, there is a fine line between battery/panel ratio. Too much battery and they do not fully charge during the day. To much panel and you are wasting free energy. So there is a balance to it. I would suggest to the OP for his rig 4 deep cycle marine batteries and 600 watts of panels would be a good balance.


41 posted on 09/12/2025 5:56:38 PM PDT by Openurmind (AI - An Illusion for Aptitude Intrusion to Alter Intellect. )
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To: Openurmind

How much area does 600 watts of panel need.


43 posted on 09/12/2025 6:15:48 PM PDT by eastforker (All in, I'm all Trump,what you got!)
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