Can an AC Unit be Powered Solely from Solar Panels
Question:
Can I run air conditioning with solar on my Rv? If so, how much solar do I need?
asked by: Karen S
Expert Reply:
You can use a solar panel unit to help power your AC unit but since AC units pull so much power you would have to have a very large solar panel unit and clear skies to power it.
To properly provide power to your AC you would need an AC/Dc panel like part # PD4045KA, a battery bank (preferably deep cycle), a large solar panel kit like part # 34275012, and either access to shore power or using a set of generators like part # 333-0003-2-0007.
Products Referenced in This Question
Progressive Dynamics 4000 Series Mini RV Converter w/ Charge Wizard and AC/DC Distribution Panel
- RV Converters
- Smart Charge
- Standard Charge
- 10-3/4L x 7-1/4T Inch
- 12V
- 45 Amps
- Lead Acid
- Lithium
- Progressive Dynamics
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Go Power Solar Flex Charging System with MPPT Solar Controller - 550 Watt Solar Panels
- RV Solar Panels
- Roof Mounted Solar Kit
- Flexible Panels
- 550 Watts
- 10.1 Amps or More
- AGM
- Flooded Lead Acid
- Gel
- Lithium - liFePO4
- 44-5/8L x 21-7/16W Inch
- 5 Panels
- Go Power
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