How Custom Designed Electrics Helped Convert A Courier Van Into A Comfy Off-Grid Camper

Learn how the team at Motorhome Solar helped Lloyd and Laura Jerome convert their courier van into a comfy off-grid camper with unhindered TV viewing, hot water, and heating. Get a free assessment of your vehicle and lifestyle requirements to design a customised solar system for your campervan setup. Contact Motorhome Solar for a no-obligation, lifestyle power assessment for your caravan or motorhome, in-person or remotely, anywhere in New Zealand.

Battery Bank Sizing: How to Ensure Your Batteries Survive Your Inverter

Avoid battery mishaps by sizing your battery bank correctly. In this post we chat about battery bank sizing for your inverter and other appliances.

Understanding Controller SOC (State of Charge)

Tech tip time – we review a PWM controller and the displayed State of Charge (SOC), how the controller is wired, and the impact that has on your battery.

Modified or Pure Sine Wave Inverters – Which Are Better?

An inverter is a device that converts direct current (DC) to alternating current (AC). Modified sine wave inverters are less expensive than pure sine wave inverters, but they may not work well with some appliances.

Lithium Battery Installations

This post about installing lithium batteries is primarily for DIY builders and installers. We have started to see people having a few performance issues with self-installed Lithium batteries.

The Impact of Shade on Your Solar Panel

Many of our motorhomes have a lot of gear on the roof that can cause shading on some of our panels, which can reduce efficiency. Let’s take a look at the detail.

A Solar System Upgrade

“I wanted a cleaner look in the main battery box on the lithium bank, so gave my system an upgrade. Take a look at what I did and the outcome.”

A Word About Lithium Batteries

Wayne shares his research on Lithium batteries for motorhomes in NZ, to help to clarify an area of misinformation and huge price variances.

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