Hey Domeguy can you break down the components for me on that? You are right it is similar to what I am looking for. I want a trailer I can have the panels on top and store equipment underneath and still have it secure. This would require a solid sided trailer. Below is something similar to what I envision. A trailer like this would allow me to securely store my equipment and have the deck raised containing the panels.
https://trailerplans01.wordpress.com...-road-trailer/
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Thank your sir. What type of batteries are those? Why do you have the two set of four batteries separated? It set up so when the power drops below a certain point the generator kicks in? I have seen all types and I know deep cycle RV batteries work, but I was looking at the larger type like you have there. Do you have a guesstimate as to the cost of a set up like this minus the trailer? Lastly is the generater gas or propane? Thank you
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Realist, please forgive me if I have implied I built this trailer, as I did not. I have not built one yet, but do plan on doing so in the future. I looked up system on a trailer that showed what was used and where they mounted everything, along with the schematics like what you were looking for. As far as the set up in this particular trailer, I'm guessing they were wanting a higher voltage output, and I believe James answer beat me to the punch. And for the generator, I don't know, but a propane powered would work just as well as a gasoline power one. I was just trying to show how a larger solar system does not have to be tied to a home only. You can still pack quite a punch into a smaller portable package.
And after looking around today, I have decided to go with a wagon style platform rather than a 2 wheeled dolly platform. It won't be as top heavy, and it would give more room for the batteries. I also have decided on going with a 1000W pure sine wave inverter.
Not a problem. It is just one more project which I would like to do. I do appreciate the information.
If it is predictable then it is preventable....... Gordon Graham
So if it is predictable and preventable then you better prepare.
James is right. Everything is wired at the batteries for 24volts. Panels are wired for 48volts, then split off to 24v at the controller for storage at the batteries.
As shown, the generator does not kick in at a certain voltage. It would need a relay and auto start system. Although that may be there. Schematic also doesn't show any monitoring unless it's built in the systems.
Really nice set up and would run a good deal of stuff in a off the grid situation. Downside, it would take up a lot of space storing batteries and panels that may be needed for other transport storage. Thanks for putting that up DG. I do like it and think it would be great to use as a emergency communcations support vehicle.
Bacpacker we had a similar setup at a remote site at my work. It operated off just two solar panels and I believe there were around a dozen batteries. There was also a propane powered generator which would kick on when the voltage dropped to a certain level.
Guys why do they use 24 volts over 12 volt?
If it is predictable then it is preventable....... Gordon Graham
So if it is predictable and preventable then you better prepare.
My bet would be less current draw with the higher voltage. A lot of systems are 48v that I have looked at. Power or watts equals voltage times current.
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