Hello everyone,
I have a carport located in a very inconvenient spot for electrical installation. Nevertheless, I would like to have a 220V (220V) outlet to maintain the battery charge of my motorcycle (12V) and, at the same time, it would be great to install an LED lamp so I can have some light during the darker winter months.
My idea is to use a solar system, but I have no knowledge of solar technology, so I’m relying on advice! I only know that a friend of mine has a solar system on his garden shed, and with it, he powers a refrigerator and a TV.
Regards,
Vcorde-1
I have a carport located in a very inconvenient spot for electrical installation. Nevertheless, I would like to have a 220V (220V) outlet to maintain the battery charge of my motorcycle (12V) and, at the same time, it would be great to install an LED lamp so I can have some light during the darker winter months.
My idea is to use a solar system, but I have no knowledge of solar technology, so I’m relying on advice! I only know that a friend of mine has a solar system on his garden shed, and with it, he powers a refrigerator and a TV.
Regards,
Vcorde-1
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MODERATOR30 Oct 2011 17:36Hello Vcorde,
It is quite possible to install a photovoltaic system on the carport. You need to check whether a suitable orientation (towards S, SE, or SW) is achievable in relation to the sun and if the roof area is sufficient for your needs.
If you require electricity during darker periods of the day, you will need batteries for storage, which must be protected from cold, especially during winter.
Having a solar system on a garden shed is one thing; getting year-round electricity from your own solar system is another.
Talk to a solar technician who can best advise you on-site.
Whether you will have continuous and sufficient power throughout the winter is, as mentioned, uncertain – but the solar technician will be able to explain this to you as well.
It is quite possible to install a photovoltaic system on the carport. You need to check whether a suitable orientation (towards S, SE, or SW) is achievable in relation to the sun and if the roof area is sufficient for your needs.
If you require electricity during darker periods of the day, you will need batteries for storage, which must be protected from cold, especially during winter.
Having a solar system on a garden shed is one thing; getting year-round electricity from your own solar system is another.
Talk to a solar technician who can best advise you on-site.
Whether you will have continuous and sufficient power throughout the winter is, as mentioned, uncertain – but the solar technician will be able to explain this to you as well.
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Rolfo67-131 Oct 2011 20:27For a topic like this, I would always recommend consulting a specialist. This way, the solar system can be perfectly positioned, and you can receive expert advice. This ensures that you will actually be able to generate some electricity.
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einstein0-16 Nov 2011 20:58Hello Vcorde
In August 2011, I installed a 3 kW photovoltaic system on my carport roof, but it was connected to the grid. Based on my experience, I could also help you design an off-grid system.
In August 2011, I installed a 3 kW photovoltaic system on my carport roof, but it was connected to the grid. Based on my experience, I could also help you design an off-grid system.
In the summer, I installed a solar power system on the roof of my father's carport. The carport is made of a metal structure, which provided a good base for the installation. The roof area is 36 m² (387 ft²), and I installed a 5.5-kilowatt solar system. It was a complete system, which allows for significant energy savings.
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