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…
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…
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…
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…
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 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, 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.…
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 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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
When we came across a solar solution that’s easy to use, compact and lightweight, yet portable and efficient, we had to have one for ourselves WORDS grant Hanan and Linda Bloffwitch images & VIDEO My Aussie Travel Guide While the RV…
