I m over the moon with my solar panel set up.
Gluing solar panels to caravan roof.
The panels put out too much voltage if the sun is strong and also when the battery is fully charged and does not need any more.
This is despite the fact that my first one which was a 100w flexible model began to delaminate after only a few months the company just told me to glue it together.
To ensure that the solar panel is fitted squarely either mark the roof with a non permanent pen or use a strip of masking tape.
This unit takes the wires from the solar panel and controls the power to be good for the battery and not over charge it.
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Back on the roof attach the waterproof connections on the solar panel s cables to those on the cable leading into the caravan then secure any loose cable under the panel with the clips provided.
All solar panels need a regulator also called a controller.
If your caravan or solar panel mounting bracket are made from something different call the sika technical help desk on 1300 22 33 48 for a more specific recommendation.
Your caravan roof is likely to be made out of fibreglass with a gel coat finish.
Flexible solar panels have slightly less efficiency and heat decreases the efficiency as well.
That s a simple explanation.