Connecting an additional portable solar panel

[Rob Dyson]

I have a 100w solar panel fitted to my Swift Voyager Motorhome which obviously has the usual regulator etc. if I were to purchase an additional portable panel what is the easiest way to connect it to charge my Leisure battery without too much messing with wires etc.???

 

[pappajohn]

If the panel wires are long enough and the regulator is accessible connect it to the regulator INPUT TERMINALS.
If this method is used it may be worth fitting a couple of extra connectors to the terminal screws for ease of connection.

Otherwise connect it directly to your leisure battery.

 

[pappajohn]

Don't forget to find some method of securing your panel...
They have been known to grow legs and go walkies.

 

[denisejoe]

Probably straight to the battery as they normally have their oun built in regulator

 

[pappajohn]

Probably straight to the battery as they normally have their oun built in regulator

Apologies, never thought of that.
My thinking was set on those ridiculous 50 watt things, not a proper panel.

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[jo10000_6]

Hi

I glance at portable solar every so often and this one usually sells at £124.00 i.e one bidder. They have a few listings. Early on in year someone picked one up at £93.00 but the starting price has increased so perhaps Dec/Jan is the time to buy these things !

Looks OK - but I'm no expert ! I see at few comments on people wanting 5m not 3m long cables. I'm not advocating it but thought it may be worth a look for you.