can i connect more solar panels
1795685
I have added 4 more solar panels to mine for a total of 8. I hook my 8 panels together in two groups of 4 then to the generator. not sure if you can put more than 4 together and still be efficient. The generator only has two connectors for the panels, so two sets of 4 works well for me.
1795686
Yes you can connect up to 3 100 watt Panels is what I was told when I called Goal Zero with that question (888) 794-6250. Note the internal charge controller is 10 amp. For plug and go applications I use 4 bolder 30 panels equaling 120 watts output. I also connected the Yeti to a battery bank. The 120 watts is sufficient for two computers, DVD player, tv, and phone charging simultaneously.
1771956
This controller will handle up to 30amps. So for example, I have 3 panels at ~145w each (~7.5 amps) that are connected to each other and run to this controller. Since I'm only bringing in max around 22 amps, then this one controller is plenty. I could actually add one more panel to it of the same size as my current and it should continue to work fine. To answer your question though, yes, if your panels are large enough to put you over 30a with two panels, then run them side by side and connect the two controllers to the same battery bank without issue.
1500655
Yes you would plug you solar panels into these branch connectors if you plan to put two 12 Volt solar panels in parallel. If you plan only a single 12 volt solar panel, you would not need the branch connectors. Do an Amazon search for solar panel wiring and you will find cable pairs with the MC4 connectors to whatever lengths you need.
34321
Theoretically yes.. however you may have to find a way to disconnect solar panel when light is in use and charge battery with light disconnected. If both are hooked up in parallel with battery, it's basically a direct line from panel to light which could cause complications.
968862
This is the motor you would connect in a circuit, but I wouldn't recommend connecting directly to a solar panel. No need for an extra motor.
974744
You certainly can. Think of those big solar arrays...they are several individual panels connected in a system to provide a certain wattage of output.
270171
No, it is more involved than that. You will need a controller and two circuit breakers. The inverter and controller will depend on what you want to do with your solar
1729372
It could be done, but 50 watts probably wouldn't do the trick. You could tie together more than one panel, though, for more power, or use a larger panel. If you do buy solar and plan to use a lead-acid battery, spend a little more and buy a PWM controller. (Look at Sunguard controllers). It costs a little more, but you'll get more output from the same panel. Controllers are used to prevent overcharging lead acid batteries. So, in short, it can be done. I love the Instapark panels. I dropped one from my RV and replaced it with the same model. Still need to see if I can have the glass replaced. They are not fragile, though. Have fun. It's a project.
1902506
It depends on how many amps you need. The solar panel can only out put a maximum of ~1 amp and 26 volts
835005
The quick answer is yes! However, chaining them would technically double the voltage while keeping the current (amperage) output the same. As there is only a single connector on each panel, you can only combine their outputs using a Y-adapter similar to what you have suggested. I have done this with other solar panels of this type. While the output voltage would remain the same, it should double the amount of current. I would suggest the use of a charge controller on each panel ahead of the Y-adapter to prevent backfeed and maintain a steady supply of 12V power to the device requiring power.
898765
It depends on what panels you buy. If you buy goal zero panels ie a boulder 30 it will connect right up. It gets complicated if it's a non goal zero panel bc you'll have a splice with another connector...like an mc4.
1093047
Yes you can use another solar charger. I charge mine with the anker 14W dual USB port solar charger. And I have both energizer brand and the goal zero AA that came with it. They both work great.
567286
Yes, I bought four panels and it came with a chord to connect all four together and to the solar generator.
2134185
This panel comes with MC4 connectors on the end. To use those connectors, you'll need these:HQRP Pair MC4 Solar Panel Connector male & female (M&F) for PV / Photovoltaic System plus HQRP CoasterHowever, you could also just cut off the factory connections and wire it with whatever other connectors you want. The MC4 connectors are nice, but are also very expensive.
1108309
Yes they can ❗️ you can use these solar panels like any other solar panel ❗️ Depending on the grid tie unit you use you could run it on little as 1 -2 solar panels .
1771957
No I would use both solar panels Parallel to each other and use only one controller. Make no sense to use two separate controllers. Un less the panels produce more then 30A each.
1590282
you should be able to use three. two panels on two connectors and then connect those connectors to a third one. Much like the branches of a tree.