1.What are RV solar panels?

RV solar panels are mainly small solar panels, generally there are rigid solar panels and flexible solar panels. Rigid solar panels are a more suitable choice for RVs. On the flat top of the RV, there is no need for flexible solar panels to adapt to the curved surfaces, rigid solar panels can be fixed on the top of the RV, and rigid solar panels have high power generation efficiency compared to flexible solar panels, wind resistance and long lifespan.

2.Classification of RV solar panels

Fixed solar panels: Fixed solar panels will be set up with slots on the caravan, you can manually adjust the angle according to the actual situation in order to get the best power generation efficiency. However, it should be noted that there should be some space between the panel and the top of the caravan to prevent the panel from being damaged due to the heat generated by the roof during the use of the vehicle.

Portable solar panels: Portable solar panels are placed inside the caravan on a daily basis and are suitable for those who consume less electricity but have more space inside the vehicle. It is a better choice to take it out while camping and charge the vehicle or laptop.

3. How do caravan solar panels work?

When you are driving or parked on the roadside during the day, the sunlight will shine on the solar panels, the solar panels will convert the solar energy into electric current, the current will be passed to the solar cell controller, and then through the controller to the batteries, the electric energy can be stored, but the solar panels produce DC electricity, which requires an inverter to convert the electric energy in the batteries into AC electricity for the RV to use. Some caravans may not have solar batteries, solar panels generate electricity through the inverter directly for the caravan to use, but it is not recommended that you choose this form, it may lead to waste of electricity.

4. How to install solar panels on the caravan?

The top of the caravan is flat: If the top of the caravan is flat, you can mark the position of the bracket on the caravan first, use structural adhesive to fix the bracket on the caravan, after the bracket is stabilized, then fix the solar panels on the bracket, and after that make up the adhesive on the bracket twice in order to strengthen the stability. Next you need to connect the circuit and adjust the efficiency and then you can use it.

The top of the caravan is not flat or laying a large area: you can directly in the roof screws through or hit on the roof iron with a large area of shims or perforated with a metal bracket good L-type angle to fix the solar panels, the rest and the same as above.

5. Advantages of RV solar panels

Go anywhere: For many RV travelers are mainly limited by the availability of electricity, if there is no charging post, RV travel will be very hindered, but having RV solar panels allows you to drive for long periods of time without external power supply, reducing the limitations on the travel site.

Less Noise: The equivalent of using a generator produces noise, which not only affects your traveling mood, but also reduces other people’s goodwill towards you. In some places, such as waterfronts, the use of generators may be limited.

Reduced operating costs: Although RV solar panels cost more upfront, the panels have a longer lifespan, and in the long run, it can reduce your other energy expenses, even though you don’t want to use the RV solar panels at a later stage, it can also be recycled.

Summary: RV solar panels are very suitable for RV travel, for you can pass a lot of convenience, it will bring you a different experience, let you feel more at ease to travel freely.