What size Solar Panel ???

[Bob]

My present configuration in our Caravan is as follows :-
110 AH Deep Cycle Battery in Van
Redarc BCDC1220-IGN DC to DC Battery Charger in Van
Anderson Plug connection from Battery in the Patrol to the Van to Charge Caravan Battery whilst travelling.

Running from Battery in Van:-
LED Lighting
12V Computer Fan which improves Air Flow over the Caravan Fridge Condensor.(only runs on Hot Days)
Shower Pump (Maybe once a Day for 10 Minutes)

We intend to Purchase a Camping Fridge/Freezer (Compressor type) 50 Litre

My question is what size Solar Panel would be appropriate to charge the Caravan Battery whilst Camping.

[the evil twin]

Minimum 120 Watts (twin 60 is easiest to store) with a quality MPPT regulator.
Mount the reg close to the battery not on the Solar panel like some do.

The Redarc you have has an input specification that will handle Solar Panel output voltages but don't, IMHO a dedicated MPPT regulator is a better option

[Bob]

What do you think ET ?? or anybody else

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/NEW-120W-...-/221371443982

[Sir Roofy]

Jump on it bob thats a good price

[threedogs]

are you fitting it permanently on the roof ??
In perfect conditions your putting back 6.7amps
yeah not bad

[Bob]

No not fitted permanently.
In view of ET's comments I should possibly purchase one with a MPPT Regulator. (He is the Guru)
Have emailed REDARC for their opinion also.

[threedogs]

no big deal to chase to sun, by re positioning it.
should be a spot on set up with out side led lights.
Are the lights in the van LED? if not cheap enough to change

[Bob]

All lighting is LED both inside and outside

[threedogs]

you'll love solar the more you get into it,

[Bob]

A bit off subject but are in the process of getting quotes for Solar Panels in the House