Gluing Solar Panels To Caravan Roof

This is despite the fact that my first one which was a 100w flexible model began to delaminate after only a few months the company just told me to glue it together.

Gluing solar panels to caravan roof.

However an awful lot of folks in us and apparently a lot of folks in australia and nz as well from reading the different fora attach flexible panels through. To ensure that the solar panel is fitted squarely either mark the roof with a non permanent pen or use a strip of masking tape. Your caravan roof is likely to be made out of fibreglass with a gel coat finish. All solar panels need a regulator also called a controller.

This complete guide has links to a huge range of solar accessories wiring diagrams and battery size calculator. Back on the roof attach the waterproof connections on the solar panel s cables to those on the cable leading into the caravan then secure any loose cable under the panel with the clips provided. If your caravan or solar panel mounting bracket are made from something different call the sika technical help desk on 1300 22 33 48 for a more specific recommendation. This unit takes the wires from the solar panel and controls the power to be good for the battery and not over charge it.

I m over the moon with my solar panel set up. The panels put out too much voltage if the sun is strong and also when the battery is fully charged and does not need any more. Adhesive velcro and just screwing on the flexible panels. Flexible solar panels have slightly less efficiency and heat decreases the efficiency as well.

Article by peter smith caravans plus.