Electrical

This is far from a perfect image of our intended electrical system, but can serve as a starting point to discuss our deviations. See the spec sheet for some of the component details.

Deviations include:

• Solar and alternator charging will be tackled in the spring.
• We are using a separate charger and inverter. I’m hoping this will be ok as I don’t fully understand the transfer switch part, but I’m also just hoping that we don’t really have any huge AC devices. If we splurge for AC (unlikely) I’ll just add a separate plug or something.
• We have 2 batteries. This makes 200 amps a viable discharge rate which makes it possible to meet expectations of someone used to using a standard wall outlet. A 2000w pure sine wave inverter (not yet purchased) is necessary for that given 120 volts x 15 amps (standard home voltages and amperages) = 1800 watts (200w buffer for inverter losses etc).
• We have a battery monitor and a remote battery switch that will open the charging circuit in response to high SOC or low temperature. This will be accomplished using the Xantrex Link Pro, Blue Sea Remote Battery Switch, and a thermostat as listed in the specs.