Sorry, I've no idea.Jdsk wrote: ↑11 Feb 2024, 9:07amThanks.Tigerbiten wrote: ↑11 Feb 2024, 1:44am I've done long multi month tour with only a solar panel for power.
But I've got a large 12v panel bolted to the top of my trailer box feeding through a DC/DC adapter to step it down to 5v.
Due to it's output, I can just get some charge under a light overcast.
So go for the biggest panel you can afford as it gives you more leeway as to what conditions you can get power.
On tour I plan to set off early and finish by mid afternoon, that way I get a few hours of charging under ideal conditions if needed.
When charging phones or similar devices also check if it keep charging after the sun goes behind a cloud for a few second and the panel stop putting out power. Some devices will just switch off and not restart charging.
It helps to have 2 power banks. That way you can charge one while the other charges devices.
Which panel would you recommend?
Jonathan
My setup is a DIY build and is around 12 years old now.
I've a 100 litre aluminium box bolted on my large carry freedom trailer frame and the panel I got was the largest one which was just a fraction smaller than the lid.
The panel is bolted/glued to the lid and the box helps to act as a heatsink to stop the panel overheating.
When I stop at a campsite, I can prop the lid up at a 45 degree angle facing the sun to maximize power in and cooling if needed.
What will work best for you will depend on the max size of the panel you can carry.
Luck.