Best Way To Power an Enclosed Travel Trailer
Question:
I have a 6x12 cargo trailer that I work out of id like to put some power in it with solar panels to charge cordless batteries , led interior lights and possibly something like a coffee pot is there any way this is possible to do
asked by: Paul
Expert Reply:
I do have a few options for you to power a cordless drill, lights, and coffee pot inside you enclosed travel trailer but using a solar panel would not be the best or most cost effective setup. Basically, you are going to end up having to cover the entire roof of your trailer to power the above items.
Instead, I recommend purchasing a 12 volt auxiliary battery like the one you would find in a car and then using a power inverter like part # WC3720 as well as a battery charger like part # 331-BCDC1240D. This would be the solution I recommend for you to power your enclosed travel trailer. Another option you may want to consider is a generator like part # 289-SUA2000I.
I have attached a review video of the power inverter, battery charger, and generator for you as well.
Products Referenced in This Question
A-iPower 2,000-Watt Portable Inverter Generator - 1,600 Running Watts - Gas - Manual Start
- Generators
- Inverter
- Gas
- 1600 Running Watts
- Hand Carry
- 2000 Starting Watts
- 12 Volt Output
- 120 Volt Output
- CARB Approved
- Recoil Start
- A-iPower
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Redarc In-Vehicle BCDC Battery Charger - Dual Input - DC to DC - 12V/24V - 40 Amp
- Battery Charger
- Battery Charger
- RV/Camper
- Trailer
- 200 Ah
- Charges/Maintains
- 12V
- Solar Panels to Auxiliary Battery
- Vehicle Battery to Auxiliary Battery
- Redarc
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Wagan Mobile Power Inverter - AC Outlet and USB Port - 1,000 Watts
- 12V Power Accessories
- Power Inverter
- 3 AC Outlets
- 2 USB Outlets
- 1000 Watts
- Wagan
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