12v lesiure battery query from a newbie

[nuschmu]

Hi
I've bought some solar panels with controller to hook up to the leisure. However I then need to connect a 12v socket. The solar panels connect with alligator clips to the battery. the only sockets I've seen do the same.
can anyone help me? thanks

thna
thnak

 

[Lenny HB]

You don't want to use croc clips dangerous thing easy to get a spark and start a fire. Better to terminate the cables with suitable connectors to suit your battery connectors.
Often the battery will have a clamp with 6mm bolts so you just need 6 mm ring terminals.

 

[nuschmu]

Thank you.
The solar panels,connect via the clips. Is that OK? I assume you mean the 12v sticker I need to adjust?

 

[pappajohn]

It sounds very much like you bought free standing/portable solar panels?
Neither panel or controller would come with Croc clips attached if they were for roof mounting.

 

[Jimbohorlicks]

Your profile advises you have a boat rather than a motorhome. If you can advise how you are positioning the solar panel when , I assume , your boat is moored up , someone may be able to advise.