The “battery not charging” indicator is the last thing you want to see on a solar power system. Batteries are the most expensive part of the setup, and realizing it is not charging can be stressful. Fortunately, we can identify the most likely causes and try different ways to fix them. The most likely reasons […]
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Because an inverter draws power from the battery bank, it is a critical component in RVs and off the grid solar systems. With a 1000 watt inverter you can run a lot of appliances, but how long can a 12V battery last on it? The answer depends on several factors. A 12V 100ah battery with
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Inverters come in all sizes but all have the same function in a solar power system, convert direct current into alternating current for use by AC appliances and devices. But how many amps does a 1000 watt inverter use? Is your inverter large enough for your system amp requirements? Or do you have to buy
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Refrigerators are more energy efficient than ever, but they are still among the most energy intensive appliances. If you are living off the grid or plan to, can you run a standard home fridge on an inverter? And how many batteries and solar panels will you need to run it for 24 hours? A 22
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Microwaves appeal to boondockers and those who live off the grid or in RVs for many reasons. They are compact, affordable and easy to use. But if you have a 100W inverter, can it run your microwave? At first, 1000 watts seems sufficient, but in fact, it is not enough for a 700 watt microwave.
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Heat lamps are often used in chicken coops and to keep dogs, cats and cold blooded reptiles warm during cold weather. But can solar panels power a heat lamp? Instead of using electricity, can you harness the power of the sun? Running these lamps on electricity can be costly, so solar may save you some
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