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12V vs 24V vs 48V RV Solar: Which Battery Voltage Is Best for Your RV?
If you are planning an RV solar upgrade, one of the biggest questions you will run into is this: Should you choose a 12V, 24V, or 48V battery system? The answer depends on your RV, your power goals, and the size of the system you want to build. We hear this question all the time from RV owners who want a system that works reliably in the real world, not just on paper. Some people hear that 24V is “more efficient” than 12V. Others assume 48V is always better because it sounds
Victron Lynx Shunt M10: When to Use the Bus Bar vs a Fuse
Victron Lynx Shunt M10: When to Use the Bus Bar vs a Fuse
RV Solar Moisture Problems: How to Protect Your Equipment from Humidity
If you’ve got solar equipment installed in your RV storage bay, humidity is something worth paying attention to, especially if you spend time in places like Florida or along the Gulf Coast. It’s not always obvious, but moisture can slowly build up and cause issues over time. Why Humidity Matters Most RV solar components, including Victron equipment, are rated IP20 or IP22. That basically means they’re protected from solid objects, but not from moisture in the air. So if your
ESS Battery Function Explained | Victron CAN Bus Setup, Charge Profiles & Smart BMS Control
In this Two-Minute Tech Tip, Todd from Big Beard Battery explains ESS (Energy Storage System) functionality in lithium batteries and how smart BMS-controlled charging improves performance in RV and off-grid solar systems.
Adjustable Tilt-able Solar Panel Feet for RV Roof | Clear Vent Stacks & AC Units!
Adjustable tiltable solar panel feet are an upgraded alternative to traditional Z brackets. They allow you to:
Raise your solar panel 4 to 7 inches
Clear vent stacks and rooftop obstacles
Add slight tilt when necessary
Maintain a strong, professional mounting setup
Choosing the Right Solar Controllers
Choosing the right solar charge controller is key to building a powerful and efficient off-grid RV system. In this episode of Todd’s Two-Minute Tech Tip Tuesday, brought to you by BigBeardBattery.com, Todd walks you through the differences between charge controller sizes, how to avoid bottlenecks, and how system voltage impacts your setup.
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