48V explained: what is it, do you need it and what are the pros and cons
48V is the new kid on the block in RV power. Here's a beginner's guide to what this next-generation electrical system can bring to your next off-grid adventure.
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Solar panels for caravans: You’re doing it wrong!
Solar panels for caravans are tricky and you could be doing it wrong. Marty reckons he’s had a solar eureka moment and he's generously sharing.
How solar-generating awnings and windows will change the way you camp
Solar panel windows? an RV awning that generates electricity from the sun? The future might be closer than you think. Learn more here.
Could this be my new favourite camping light?
Thinking about buying a solar powered inflatable lantern? Make sure to read our review on the Luci Outdoor 2.0 inflatable solar light.
5 facts you’ll want to know about solar
Looking for the answers to your solar questions? Here are five basic facts about solar that you'll want to know.
Solar – The Myth, The Truth and The Fact
In the first edition of my solar learning series I shared 5 Facts You’ll Want To Know About Solar. As my research has continued, I’ve come across some myths, truths and facts about solar that are worth sharing. The myth…
New Product – ATEM Power 300 watt Solar Blanket
The new ATEM Power 300 watt solar blanket from Vicoffroad is an affordable option for travellers with high off-grid power demands. If like me, you do a lot of off-grid caravanning and camping, you’ll know that you can never have…
MechPro 800 watt Inverter Generator – Unboxing and Setup
If you’re in the market for a lightweight portable generator as a backup to your solar panels, the MechPro 800 watt inverter generator is a little gem. Find out why as we unbox and set one up. A few months…
How to pick the best solar panel for your RV
Solar panels are not created equal, but to the casual observer, they all look the same. Among the good, the not-so-good, and the downright rubbish, there are also different types of panels. Here’s how to pick the best solar panel…
Recharged, serviced and lit up!
After powering three vans in Coolgardie where the State of Charge (SoC) dropped to just 23.4 percent as per our last update, the gasless van was allowed some time to recharge in the glorious sun. In fact the van jumped…
Dometic PSB150 Portable Solar Blanket
Dometic are bringing us the latest in portable solar blanket technology with their new PSB150. At just one-third of the weight of an equivalent glass solar panel, the 150W PSB150 offers six different battery charge types and is made from…
TRAX RV Flexible Solar Kit 150W
TRAX RV, an offshoot of Australian Off Road (AOR), is set to be the leading brand for off-road adventure accessories. Their new solar solution, the Flexible Solar Kit 150W, is ideal if you are looking for a flexible, easy-to-store panel.…
Enerdrive ePOWER PWM 30A Solar Charge Controller
Overcharging can reduce the life of your solar battery – the Enerdrive ePower PWM Solar Charge Controller promises to prevent this, thanks its Load Disconnect (LD) feature, which protects your battery from overcharge and discharge. The controller is wall mountable…
Dometic Portable Solar PS180A
Dometic have released the PS180A portable solar panel to help make your life on the road a little easier. Perfect for those with an adventurous streak who like to go off grid, the PS180A provides a reliable source of power…
Voltaic Converter Solar Backpack
Ever been on an outdoor adventure, perhaps a long hike, and reached for your mobile only to find that it’s dead? The Voltaic Converter Solar Backpack ensures that you’ll never be caught in this scenario again. Designed with matte black…
eArche Solar Panel
If you’re in the market for a solar panel for your RV or motorhome, eArche could be an ideal solution. It’s the next generation solar panel – thin, lightweight (105W at only 2.5kg), durable and flexible, yet the output warranty,…
Terrsat Sunflower 1
The Sunflower 1 by Terrsat uses sun tracking technology to ensure the greatest amount of energy is captured by the solar panel. By automatically following the sun from sunrise to sunset, the Sunflower 1 is able to generate the maximum…
Watermelons, Snakes, Nipples n’ Box Jellyfish!
Yep, read it here first… the latest way to measure solar panels… what the! It’s the 21st century. Almost everything relies on electronic power of some sort – mostly 12-volt when you are removed from mains power. We tend to…
