If you have a "regular" (unwired) van, could you just carry one of these with an RV power cord to take advantage of hookups at an RV campground?
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The answer really depends on how the campground is wired and exactly what you are trying to charge. For every day items like a phone you would need 55223 which converts a 30 Amp campground receptacle down to 15 Amps. Feel free to give us a call to discuss, our customer service staff are very knowledgeable and would be glad to help. You can reach us at 800-334-2004.
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No. There are instructions and a diagram on wiring to a standard receptacle inside the RV/Trailer. This is one of the best weather resistant power supply adaptors I've seen
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I would say that it could be done but it would be a pain taking it in and out of the vehicle daily as well as it only has a vehicle power adapter - no 120V plug.
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This device is expected to be installed in an RV, in a sheltered location and supply 12V at (usually) 30 amps through a fuse panel supplying power to 12V lights, water pump as well as 3-stage battery charging. It is microprocessor controlled, and I really don't know if it will work without a battery detected. Assuming it will, you would need a fuse or circuit breaker for protection at the maximum expected power demand of the lift. I'd run the lift from a battery charged by this.
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No you should not,the engine should be running or u won't have proper voltage ...unless u have that type of RV of course that has an engine....
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Hi, Sharon. It seems to me that a camper would utilize a solar panel that is permanently mounted. A "hard" panel, as opposed to this folding unit would be cheaper. Perhaps 1/3rd of the cost for the same wattage. You're paying quite a bit more to have the folding/soft and light style. This unit is more for having in a car or boat, or even a backpack, and put into action only when needed-- and not permanently affixed to the top of a parked RV or camper, during the week, charging the batteries for the next excursion IMHO. But to answer your question, my controller inputs take two bare wires from the panel. So I modified the adapter (that has alligator clips) that the panel came with by cutting the clips off so that the terminal ends are bare. The controller then locked them in with screws. You could actually just cut the plug off from the terminal end of the wire coming out of the panel, but I feel better about chopping up an adapter than cutting the plug off of the panel. Anyway, I hope I answered your question without rambling too much. -Scott
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It is portable in the way that you can use it in many room or take it with you when traveling. It does have a cord so it is not a good solution if you lose power. I think this would be best in an RV or maybe in a hotel. Hope this helps!
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It is not battery powered with no way to divert from the power cord. Can be used for camping if have access to power.
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My first thought would be to contact the manufacturer. If they say you can use a standard power cord, then buy it locally.
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If you have a 12V outlet (like in your RV or car), you can certainly connect this to the 12V supply. I think everything is pointing out that your electrical outlet inside your house is 120V AC. And you can't plug this directly into that socket, but I think you already know that.
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No. Maybe. There are not instructions included for that function in the manual. I don't know why it wouldn't work though. If you start the rv with it plugged in, the alternator and solar charger will fry each other.
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Yes. We also bought the adapter cord so we could take it inside and plug it into a wall outlet. It doesn't take up much room. This was really convenient when staying overnight at a motel or with family.
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This product is for 12V DC, so it will work off your RV (or automobile) 12V system just as it is. If you want to power it from 120V AC, either a generator or the power grid, you will need to purchase a 12V DC power supply, sold separately.
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If your plug is just behind seat you should have no problem, it won't reach the back of a mini van however.
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Not unless you have an RV style 110volt receptacle at your house, they are a unique style plug. When I plug in at home I install a 30amp to 15amp adapter plug on my RV power cable and then just use a good heavy duty standard extension cord.
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Yes. You do have to buy your own power cord. Just a regular outdoor extension cord.
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While the actual power in an RV comes from a 12-volt DC automotive system, most modern RVs have standard, domestic outlets (120 volt AC). They achieve this by converting from DC to AC to run standard appliances and devices, while smaller, built-in things like lights, fans and so forth run off the DC. Power conservation (while not tethered at a campground, etc) can be a big concern as you will be draining a limited reserve of onboard batteries. This is why you will often see RV-specialized appliances that are smaller, more efficient or run off other sources like LP gas. The Roadpro Hot Pot here runs off a DC outlet, which makes it great for folks in cars without the additional options RV owners have.