by mr4x4.au on Mon, 27 Feb 2023 9:43 +0000
Been a long time reader, so here goes 1st post
This orig. post got me onto a path which recently incl. 2xlatest 350w ( ebay spec. ) paperwork says 400w with a Brass Money GH2022 in the tub ( Shaded ) and got some really interesting results.
I'm only opening fridge twice a day and it is 75% full, I swap bottles of frozen water to see how long it takes to thaw.
- Panels do not need to be pointed 'directly' at the sun, on my rhino racks I can easily tilt but getting good power from flat makes it easier
- Panels del. 12.x v after cleaning, 11.x v when 'covered' in saw dust, so all photo voltaic are active
- These panels are so efficient they drop the fridge back to 2 : -2 within 5-7mins after opening, free power !!!
- You really need an app. on your phone and a smart enough fridge it can get thru. the night still on using internal bat. to start catching the rays in the AM
I'm now leaving the fridge plugged into 1 panel 247 and fridge keeps cool in 35+ days and panel is still charging internal bat. at 7:30 summer time
I have used 'big' battery packs a lot in the past and will do again when I need to keep food cold 247
Looking to tag along to Northern WA
- D4D SR5 , Tub Transformer , 1.4Kw Panels , 3 x 12v - 4 x 24v Bats
- Roll In Roll Out Kitchen - Portable Power - PC Monitor - Comms. Hub
- Sat. Phone - Microwave Internet