Inverters have become more powerful and affordable so that now you can use it to run large appliances. But is a 2000W inverter enough to run a refrigerator? Refrigerators come in all kinds of sizes and have different specs, so in this guide we will consider all these factors. This way you can determine what …
When a solar panel charges a battery, you need a charge controller to prevent overloading. If you have a 500W solar panel for instance, the charge controller must be the right size to match the current coming into the system and provide protect for the panels and the battery. A 500W solar panel needs a …
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Solar panels produce DC power, which most appliances cannot use since they run on AC electricity. To convert DC to AC, you will need an inverter. This guide will explain what inverter size is needed for a 200W solar panel and also what battery and charge controller sizes you have to get. The inverter size …
400W solar panels are becoming more and more popular owing to their capacity and affordability. For off grid homes and applications, they make a lot of sense and are practical to use. One question that often comes up is whether a 400W solar panel can power a refrigerator. That is what this article will answer …
A 170W solar panel is a good choice for RV and off grid applications. Most of these panels have a 25 year warranty, testament to their quality. But the one question that often comes up is its amp output. This is something you need to consider especially if you are going to use it in …
Solar panel output is usually measured in watts, but what if you are charging a battery, or your power load consumption is in amp hours? In these instances it is important to understand how many amps a solar panel can produce. This requires some math but it is nothing too difficult. In this guide you …