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09-22-2009, 11:26 AM
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Friends: 0 |  build a solar panel Does anyone have ideas on what solar panels are best to run an Engel fridge over an extended camping period. How much do they cost? |
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09-22-2009, 12:37 PM
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Friends: 12 | Re: build a solar panel maybe try this: Costco - Sunforce 160 Watt Solar Back Up Power Kit with Sharp® Solar Modules Better to have a little extra juice, than not enough. I believe those little guys pull no more than 60 watts at start up. Last edited by hill; 09-22-2009 at 12:39 PM. |
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Friends: 11 | Re: build a solar panel Quote:
Is this the unit you are referring to.... Engel MRFD-015D-A Portable DC-Fridge Freezer Travel Cooler 14 Quart 12 Volt Camper Trailer RVTechnical Specifications: Model Number You are going to need something that will suply at least 4 amps continous duty...MRFD-015D-A Power consumption0.9 - 3.9 Amp0.s Volume14 qt. EquivalentFits 21 cans (12 Fl.oz) Weight 27 lbs. Inside Dims13.75" x 7.5" x 7.5" Outside Dims17.5"x11.25"x14.5" Freezing AbilityFrom 40°F to 0°F Temp. control Variable Available colorsGray Shoulder StrapYes Refrigerant Gas134A Input ratingDC12V - 3.9A Power Leads9' detachable Fuse 10A thermal fuse Max Noise45 dB Shipping Dims20"x14"x17" Shipping Weight27lbs Warranty1 year Thats ALOT of extra stuff to lug along to leave civilization..
__________________  73 de Pat KK6PD Last edited by KK6PD; 09-22-2009 at 10:10 PM. | |
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09-22-2009, 09:06 PM
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Friends: 14 | Re: build a solar panel Hi new poster, with the most interesting Prius of all! Or so at least a few of us think. You can get a lot of hints for free at Home Power Magazine: Solar | Wind | Water | Design | Build Maybe the experience will inspire you to subscribe to their fine magazine. Have you changed the transaxle fluid on your old wreck yet ?  |
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