off-grid solar for camp

[ArlyA]

The generator will remain in the generator shed along with the LiFePO4 batteries, controls etc etc. This will be next to the panels and not far from the cabin. Batteries will be in the floor if possible.

 

[airbiscuit]

So, the refrigerator runs 24 hrs/day?

 

[ArlyA]

So, the refrigerator runs 24 hrs/day?

You must know they cycle off and on? We plan to have it powered, something like May to October.

 

[airbiscuit]

So average, not actual watts?

 

[D'oh]

So, the refrigerator runs 24 hrs/day?

And 100 Watts on Start Up?

Go ahead and try it. More like 1000w Start surge, 700w running

I was using a 1000w Pure Sine inverter and a 8cu/ft Chest Freezer. But the 12v 11cu/ft Fridge actually burn less amps and is far more convenient to use.

As stated 4, 100w panels on the roof (SW), 1, 195w panel for morning sun (SE). the fridge stays on all summer. A little help when we are using more, however it would run Weekends (in sunny conditions). 6, 6V LA Golf Cart Batteries.

I have a Great wind potential (supplement) , but haven't went down that road yet.

 

[JasperFrank]

I believe its called dry ice.

 

[D'oh]

I believe its called dry ice.

I used Ice for many years, after a close call with a Propane fridge. It works, but a Pain in the AXX hauling everything back every weekend.

Since then, a Lake Neighbour paid with his Life for a Propane Fridge. So I am perfectly happy with this set up.

Most of the "Fly In Outpost Camps" up here, run 300w array for Fridge only. No more flying in 100lb Propane Tanks or Propane Certified Tech for an Inspection every year.

 

[ArlyA]

We will get a 120ac or 12v-40vdc fridge. Not propane or dry ice.

 

[cholland]

if you have wind, some of the smaller wind generators are not too pricey. But you need a pretty consistent 20mph to make it really consistently reliable.