Mounting Solar Panels On Airstream

Airstream trailer power systems are unique in several ways.

Mounting solar panels on airstream.

A 135w panel might give you closer to 8 amps. The sunexplorer charge control performs these basic functions. Limited roof space requires narrow solar panels. Although having the solar panels permanently attached is an added convenience it can lead to costly repairs down the road.

Now remember all those numbers for our amp usage. A curved roof requires specialized mounting hardware. An external battery box limits the size of battery banks or requires the battery bank to be relocated. Some clients like to have the panels conform to the curvature of their roof others prefer a more level appearance.

Connected through our solar charge controller these panels feed our new agm battery bank consisting of 440 ah of juice 220 usable. We also had a 1000 watt pure sine inverter installed to electrify our. Ensuring the panels are clean not partially shaded by trees or other interference will promote solar charging. Drilled 2 holes and added grommets to prevent the wire from rubbing against the metal.

On airstreams due to their rounded roofs we often use different sized feet to attach the solar panels to the roof. Zamp solar kits feature solar panel mounts hardware connectors cables deluxe digital charge controller and a robust aluminum framed tempered glass monocrystalline solar panel. Many folks installing solar on an airstream with a fridge vent use it to run wires into the trailer. A 100w panel for example can collect up to around 6 amps.

We now have 500 watts of solar on top of our airstream five 100 watt solar panels. Here s where we try to put those amps back into our. Cut the cord to expensive daily shore power hook ups with the 12 volt solar charging system. Airstream utilizes zamp solar panels and a victron charge control and display.

Solar panels come with wattages which when divided by their voltages less some expected loss give you peak amps they can collect. This is the path we chose. Solar pre wires are frequently factored into the design. These kits are perfect for keeping rv s campers and travel trailers from colonial airsteam fully charged.

We are happy to install them either way or even come up with custom mount sets when necessary.