How To Install LED Light Strips Inside An Enclosed Trailer
Question:
How do I safely add LED strip lights to the interior of my 6x12 enclosed trailer using a 12v automotive battery? I would also like to add solar power on the trailer roof to keep the battery charged and an on/off switch when walking into the trailer from the side door. Thanks for your help!
asked by: Jayson
Expert Reply:
The Optronics Flexible LED Light Strip part # UCL90CB would be the best option for adding LED strips to the inside of an enclosed trailer. The strips can be cut to fit you exact needs and they feature a simple two wire design. The wires could then be run to a toggle switch like part # PK34571 which can be mounted outside if the boot part # PK25370 is used and then to the battery wherever that may be.
In regards to adding a solar panel, this would really be dependent on how much power you will be using but the Go Power Eco Solar Charging System part # 34273836 is a good start for the most basic charging.
Products Referenced in This Question
Go Power Eco Solar Charging System - 10 Watt Solar Panel
- RV Solar Panels
- Roof Mounted Solar Kit
- Rigid Panels
- 10 Watts
- 0.1 - 5 Amps
- 13-3/16L x 9-1/4W Inch
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Pollak Toggle Switch Rubber Boot -15/32"-32 Thread
- Accessories and Parts
- Wiring
- Switches
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Pollak Medium-Duty Toggle Switch - SPST- On-Off - 12 Volt - 20 Amp - 11/16" Handle
- Accessories and Parts
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- Switches
- Toggle Switch
- Pollak
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Optronics Flexible LED Light Strip - Weatherproof - White - 17' Long
- Trailer Lights
- Utility Lights
- Strip Light
- Surface Mount
- LED Light
- 17L x 3/8W Inch
- White
- Optronics
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