solar battery charger

[robert b]

ive just bought a solar battery charger at a car boot from a chap who said he was selling it as hes bought a generator . it looks in good condition but how do i no it works. is there a test that i can do its a 2.4w with a 17.v and its made by nikkai

 

[Trevor]

ive just bought a solar battery charger at a car boot from a chap who said he was selling it as hes bought a generator . it looks in good condition but how do i no it works. is there a test that i can do its a 2.4w with a 17.v and its made by nikkai

From what i have been told they are only good if your van is standing for long period's of time to keep your battery topped up

 

[robjmckinney]

solar battery charging

You will need a solar panel of about 60 watts to provide reasonable charging over daylight hours with a protection for over charging. Ideally the largest solar panel you can afford, anything in low watts is only for topping up batteries and not worth the trouble.

 

[robert b]

thanks for the advice. i suppose it will do to keep spare battery charged. iam still reativly new to motor homes. and all mod cons you can get to use.

 

[Trevor]

You have got to conserve you 12v power more so in the winter what with the dark nights.

 

[robjmckinney]

solar battery charging

If you are going to have an extra battery, why not make it perminant and put a slit charging system on board. There is a universal kit is sold on ebay for a few quid that has everything you need!