A typical solar system has the charge controller situated between the solar panels and battery. But is it that necessary? Can you connect solar panels directly to a battery? What would happen if you do? A solar panel generates up to 20 volts, which is higher than the 12 volts required by a battery. Connecting […]
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Portable solar panels come in all shapes and sizes. The 80 watt solar panel is one of the more popular, offering a nice balance between power and size. You can use it for any number of applications, off grid or grid tied. But can an 80 watt solar panel charge a 12V battery? 12V batteries
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Solar batteries can run lights, laptops, TVs and other appliances easily, but a fridge is another matter. They consume a lot of power and need more watts than other electronics. If you really want to live off the grid, knowing the answer to the question “how many batteries to run a refrigerator” is necessary. As
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