Some campers have AC circuits powered by shore power. For RVers who spend most of their time on campgrounds, the need for DC circuits is fairly limited. However, to continue to use AC appliances when boondocking or off-grid, an inverter is essential. While you could install a separate inverter with dedicated circuits to run the …
Whether you’re replacing an existing inverter or adding an inverter to your camper’s electrical system for the first time, there are a few different ways of going about the installation. In this article, we’ll take you through everything you need to know about how to install an inverter in an RV camper. It includes tips …
Installing a camper’s electrical system is challenging enough without finding you’ve forgotten to buy essential parts when you’re half way through a job. So this quick and easy tool has you covered. To create your bespoke camper van electrics kit and parts list, enter your van’s design details here and your parts list will appear …
A multimeter is one of the most useful tools in an RV or campervan toolkit. When installing a campervan electrical system, you’ll use the handy tool all the time. You’ll test your solar panel’s output, battery levels, cable continuity, and much more. Even once your van conversion is complete, the multimeter is the first tool to reach …
How to add shore power to your campervan electrical system to charge leisure batteries from the mains supply. For those who spend any time on campgrounds with mains power supply, an RV electrical hookup (240v or 110v) is a perfect way of recharging leisure batteries and powering household appliances. With the right setup, you can …
When it comes to campervan conversions and living in a van, nothing is more important than the electrical system. A well sized setup, suited for your lifestyle, will keep the lights and fridge running, start up the heater, provide running water and keep your gadgets fully charged. For off grid living, the campervan electrics are …
I based my camper van electrical design on my needs and a few nice to haves too. Planning to live in the van long term, I didn’t want to scrimp on the set up. Although not impossible to do, I didn’t want to adapt or expand the electric systems while on the road. I put …
This is an 800 Watt Solar Panel Wiring Diagram with a complete list of DIY parts needed and kits available. Use this as a guide to fitting your RV, campervan, motorhome or caravan solar set up. We’ve designed the diagram so it’s simple to understand for newbies to campervan electrics. Campervan electrics can be dangerous …
This post explains the different ways of wiring multiple solar panels together, providing the information you need to decide how best to configure your camper solar setup. It starts simple, with diagrams for the different wiring configurations, and explains how each affects the components needed. We’ll then delve into the complexities of mixed solar panels …
We enjoy boondocking and living off-grid in our campervan as much as we can. Living in our van full-time, it allows us to get away from it all and enjoy the peace and tranquility of nature. But we still want to run our fridge, charge our cameras and laptops, turn on our LED lights and …
Do you want to know how to hook up solar panels to RV batteries? You’re in the right place. This post is one part in our DIY campervan solar system series. If you’ve arrived on this page and need to know more about solar system set ups before you start your own DIY installation, browse …
This is a 400 Watt Solar Panel Wiring Diagram with a complete list of DIY parts needed and kits available. Use this as a guide to fitting your RV, campervan, motorhome or caravan solar set up. We’ve designed the diagram so it’s simple to understand for newbies to campervan electrics. Campervan electrics can be dangerous …
