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Post by kl9 on Jul 25, 2020 10:26:38 GMT -6
So I know there’s a lot that goes into the actual calculation of this question,
But what I’m wondering is does the average cabin sized solar panel setup even come close to being able to run a window sized AC unit for extended amount of time or does this require a much steadier supply of energy?
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Post by kooch on Jul 25, 2020 10:38:31 GMT -6
Not even close.
I mean, your little 100watt panel could eventually charge a large enough bank of batteries to make it through a day. But it'd be a lot of batteries. And, you don't want to run those suckers beyond 50% empty or you'll risk shortening their lifespan. So, double up on batteries. Then, it might take a month to get them charged again.
I'm not up on the electricity math. But, you'd need a *real* system to run AC.
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Post by kl9 on Jul 25, 2020 11:48:22 GMT -6
Thanks Kooch. That was my assumption but had to ask. I’m gonna buy me a cabin. Plus Honda generator
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Post by Catscratch on Jul 25, 2020 16:24:37 GMT -6
Might not be something you're interested in, but you could run your ac off those batteries and use your generator to charge them. The point being a quieter system for nighttime... but some of those generators are pretty quiet.
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Post by sd51555 on Jul 25, 2020 22:12:34 GMT -6
The power draw would be enormous. An 8000 BTU air conditioner can pull 520 watts when running, and that's not counting surge at startup. To run that on 12 volt, you'd need wire that could handle 44 amps. I wired all mine with 12 gauge wire that can handle 15 amps. I choke it all down to 10 amp at the fuse panel. The amount of equipment it would take, a guy could dig a fishing hole for cleaning up.  And by the way, this was one of those days I think about bringing in gri... Nah. But seriously, today was awful. Satan's taint kind of awful. I ran the better part of a 5 gallon bucket of water up outta the well and went to that numerous times to wash off, splash the face, and wet the head. Shit was ice cold from 10' down. |
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Post by sd51555 on Jul 25, 2020 22:13:50 GMT -6
If I had a pond, I'd have been in it like a damn otter.
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Post by nhmountains on Jul 25, 2020 23:11:29 GMT -6
Congrats on the camp Kaleb!!
From what I’ve heard the Honda generator is the way to go. Just do all of the carbon monoxide safety and noise precautions.
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Post by sd51555 on Jul 26, 2020 3:11:06 GMT -6
Thanks Kooch. That was my assumption but had to ask. I’m gonna buy me a cabin. Plus Honda generator Tight! What you gettin? |
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Post by mnfish on Jul 26, 2020 8:16:47 GMT -6
If u are looking for some off grid items for lights and ceiling fans, pm me. I also have an lp refrigerator that I am selling.
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Post by kl9 on Jul 26, 2020 8:24:39 GMT -6
If u are looking for some off grid items for lights and ceiling fans, pm me. I also have an lp refrigerator that I am selling. You still need some electric for refrigerator right? |
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Post by mnfish on Jul 26, 2020 8:31:23 GMT -6
No power needed for the fridge. Search lp refrigerators and u can see how they work. They do work great and last a very long time
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Post by kl9 on Jul 26, 2020 10:06:10 GMT -6
No power needed for the fridge. Search lp refrigerators and u can see how they work. They do work great and last a very long time Got a picture and price ? |
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Post by Foggy on Jul 26, 2020 11:08:57 GMT -6
The power draw would be enormous. An 8000 BTU air conditioner can pull 520 watts when running, and that's not counting surge at startup. To run that on 12 volt, you'd need wire that could handle 44 amps. I wired all mine with 12 gauge wire that can handle 15 amps. I choke it all down to 10 amp at the fuse panel. The amount of equipment it would take, a guy could dig a fishing hole for cleaning up. And by the way, this was one of those days I think about bringing in gri... Nah. But seriously, today was awful. Satan's taint kind of awful. I ran the better part of a 5 gallon bucket of water up outta the well and went to that numerous times to wash off, splash the face, and wet the head. Shit was ice cold from 10' down. Why dont you use that cold water to build yourself a "swamp cooler". They can help cool a small place pretty effiiently. |
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Post by Foggy on Jul 26, 2020 11:12:41 GMT -6
No power needed for the fridge. Search lp refrigerators and u can see how they work. They do work great and last a very long time Got a picture and price ? Think refrigerator out of a travel trailer or motorhome. Those are generally 12 volt / 110 volt / gas (thus gas / electric). Kinda spendy units.....but they can work well. (Sometimes will take a little maintenance if you get spider webs in the gas , etc. (hint.....spray the area around the gas line and such with insect repellant on a frequent basis. Spiders love gas.). |
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Post by kooch on Jul 26, 2020 11:19:28 GMT -6
Insect repellent works for spiders? Like Deet? Or do you mean pesticide of some sort? I'm wondering about the pilot light tube for my heater, if I should do something to keep the crawlies out of it.
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