Recommended Inverter and Solar Panel for RV
Question:
I have a progressive dynamics mighty mini 45 ap panel Hooked up to batteries and shore power I want to put 1000 watt inverter and 250 watt solar panels what do I need to do this and how to wire it Thank you
asked by: Tom C
Expert Reply:
For a 30-Amp service RV with the Progressive Dynamics Mighty Mini AC/DC Panel and Converter/Smart Charger, # PD4045KA installed, I recommend the 1,000 Watts - 12V Progressive Dynamics Pure Sine Wave Inverter w/ Transfer Switch & Remote, # PD94FR. I really like the build quality of the Progressive Dynamics products and this component has an integrated transfer switch that will automatically change from inverter to shore power when you hook up to a power pedestal at the campground. The fixed-mount remote lets you monitor and control the inverter from inside your RV. This has a reverse polarity protection and protection for overvoltage, undervoltage, and overloading which can damage equipment.
Please take look at the linked installation where Kevin walks through a complete installation of the Progressive Dynamics Pure Sine Wave Inverter w/ Transfer Switch & Remote, # PD94FR. Because you have a 30-Amp service, you will probably need a sub panel installed too. This is discussed and shown in the installation video.
For solar panels, there are options. If you want a roof mounted system, I recommend the 190-Watt, Go Power Flex Eclipse Solar Charging System with MPPT Solar Controller, # GP67MR. This does not come in 250-Watts as you listed, but you can add the Expansion Kit for a second 190-Watt Solar Panel, using part number # GP77MR. This charging system uses a flex 190-watt solar panel and solar controller, the MPPT controller optimizes solar panel output to provide maximum charge. It works with lithium, sealed, gel, and flooded lead acid batteries.
We also have the 200 Watt rated Go Power Portable Solar Panel with Digital Solar Controller, # 34282610. What I like about this option that you can park the RV in the best shade option but then deploy the portable unit when setting up camp in the best available sunshine. You can adjust its positioning too so as best capture the available sunlight. There is a 30' Long Extension Cable for Go Power Portable Solar Kit, # 34270356.
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Extension Cable for Go Power Portable Solar Kit - 30' Long
- Accessories and Parts
- RV Solar Panels
- Cables and Connectors
- Go Power
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Go Power Portable Solar Panel with Digital Solar Controller - 200 Watt Solar Panel
- Portable Solar Panel
- With Solar Charge Controller
- 101 - 200 Watts
- 10.1 Amps or More
- AGM
- Flooded Lead Acid
- Gel
- Lithium - liFePO4
- Go Power
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Go Power Solar Flex Eclipse Charging System w/ MPPT Solar Controller and 190 Watt Solar Panel
- RV Solar Panels
- Roof Mounted Solar Kit
- Flexible Panels
- 190 Watts
- 5.1 - 10 Amps
- AGM
- Flooded Lead Acid
- Gel
- Lithium - liFePO4
- 59L x 26-1/4W Inch
- 1 Panel
- Go Power
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Go Power Solar Flex Eclipse Expansion Kit - 190 Watt Solar Panel
- Accessories and Parts
- RV Solar Panels
- Expansion Kit
- Panels
- Go Power
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Progressive Dynamics 4000 Series Mini RV Converter w/ Charge Wizard and AC/DC Distribution Panel
- RV Power Converter
- Smart Charge
- Standard Charge
- 10-3/4L x 7-1/4T Inch
- 12V
- 45 Amps
- Lead Acid
- Lithium
- Progressive Dynamics
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Progressive Dynamics 1000 Watt Inverter w/ Transfer Switch
- RV Power Inverter
- Pure Sine Wave Inverter
- Industrial Duty - Large Loads
- 12V
- 1000 Watts
- Inverter/Transfer Switch Functions
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- Progressive Dynamics
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