Boondocking Electrical, Solar, and Batteries
Learn the basics of solar panels, battery banks, generators, power stations, and other electrical issues for boondocking. How many solar panels do you need for boondocking? How much battery power do you need? How big of a generator will you need?
How Much Solar Do I Need for My RV?
Most campers can boondock comfortably on a full time basis with 600 watts of solar on their RV. This assumes they also have an adequate battery bank to power most of the things they need need. How much solar you will need for your RV...
Will a 3500 Watt Generator Run My RV?
Yes, a 3500 watt will run your RV! In fact, it will run just about any size RV. However, it depends on many appliances you want to run at the same time. It's possible you may run into problems trying to run everything at once...
Can I Run My RV Air Conditioner on Battery Power?
No, for the most part you will not be able to run your RV air conditioner on battery power. An air conditioner requires a lot of electricity just to start up. It also requires a lot just to run for an hour. It is possible, however...
How Many Solar Panels Do I Need for Boondocking?
The number of solar panels needed for RV boondocking depends on how many batteries you have to keep charged, and what appliances you want to power...
How Much Battery Power For Boondocking Will I Need?
Perhaps 50% of full time RV boondockers have two 12 volt batteries or two 6 volt batteries to power their DC accessories and appliances. This usually provides between 200 to 240 amp hours of power, which is plenty run...
Do I Have to Shut Off My Generator at Night?
You might have to shut off your generator at night while boondocking, depending on what government agency is in charge of the land you're on, and if there are any other people nearby. Otherwise, shutting off your generator at night is...
How Big of a Generator Do I Need for Boondocking?
Exactly how big of a generator you will need for boondocking depends on the total wattage of appliances you have in your RV as well as how much weight your RV can handle. Boondockers with small rigs settle for smaller generators...
Do I Need a Generator for Boondocking?
The short answer is, "no", you don't need a generator for boondocking. However, the long answer is, "it depends on how much electricity you need and how long you want to boondock in the same site. Most full time boondockers have at least...
