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Old 11-08-2022, 10:58 AM   #3
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I mounted three 100-watt Renogy Eclipse panels to the rear shell of my 2720SL (now called a QS), wired in series. Note that I bought both the Eclipse and "regular" Renogy panels to compare their performance, and the Eclipse panels, with the well regarded SunPower cells, outperformed by about 20% (max output 110W vs 90W, so I get 330W in direct sun). They're more expensive though, so that is a consideration. Coupled with 200 Ah of lithium batteries, we can camp indefinitely without regards to power consumption, even in the winter as long as I keep the snow off the panels. Also, there is enough sun that goes through my ADCO cover to provide more than enough power to keep the batteries charged. I used 3M VHB tape to attach the panels, so no holes in the roof.

I considered a portable setup, but I did not want the hassle of moving it around, setting it up and taking it down, having wires running all around the camper (trip hazard) or worrying about theft. With this setup, I don't even have to think about it.

Dave
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