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Festus2 · 01-18-2014, 08:04 PM

I have a Kyrocera 85w solar panel which I use in conjunction with 2 6v Trojan batteries. The inverter I use is only a small one - 750w - so I am unable to run the microwave but would be able to use the crock pot since it is 250w.

Running an A/C by solar power would certainly not be possible with my setup and certainly out of the question for almost any RV using solar. You would need huge bank of 6v batteries and numerous solar panels to make this work. Here is where a generator comes into play - far less expensive and far more practical.

If I were to do it again, I'd buy at least a 100w panel and a bigger inverter.

I think you would be disappointed with the limited use you would get from the cheaper, 55w kit.

01-18-2014, 08:04 PM	#2
Festus2 Site Team Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Fraser Valley BC Canada Posts: 7,015	I have a Kyrocera 85w solar panel which I use in conjunction with 2 6v Trojan batteries. The inverter I use is only a small one - 750w - so I am unable to run the microwave but would be able to use the crock pot since it is 250w. Running an A/C by solar power would certainly not be possible with my setup and certainly out of the question for almost any RV using solar. You would need huge bank of 6v batteries and numerous solar panels to make this work. Here is where a generator comes into play - far less expensive and far more practical. If I were to do it again, I'd buy at least a 100w panel and a bigger inverter. I think you would be disappointed with the limited use you would get from the cheaper, 55w kit. __________________ 2008 Cougar 5th Wheel 27RKS 2005 2500 GMC Duramax