What Is a Deep Cycle Battery?
Batteries do so much for us, from starting our vehicles to powering our flashlights during power outages. But different types of batteries can have dramatically different strengths and intended uses. And for those who aren’t particularly knowledgeable about tech, it can get a little confusing. One of the most common…
What Will Kill My Lead-Acid Battery?
There are few worse feelings than trying to start up a car, RV, boat, or other system and finding the battery completely dead. You may end up stranded and then stuck with a hefty bill for a new battery to boot. Unfortunately, it’s a relatively common occurrence for people unfamiliar…
Can Solar Help Run Your CPAP Machine?
If you or a loved one rely on a CPAP machine at night, you know just how important it is to have a constant source of power. After all, CPAPs are one of those electronics that are absolutely essential. But is it possible to venture off-grid while using a CPAP…
What Is a Battery Isolator?
If you have a multi-battery system, you might be wondering how they should be connected together. After all, a benefit of having two or more batteries is the backup power. But how do you prevent one battery from accidentally draining your others? A battery isolator is the answer you’re seeking. …
Get to Know the Different Victron Battery Monitors
If you’re on the hunt for a battery monitor, you’ve come to the right place. After all, no battery setup is complete without a reliable way to track the state of your batteries. Battery monitors provide important information, such as the state of charge and estimated run time, and Victron…
5 Reasons You Should Get Solar Panels Right Now
They’re seemingly everywhere these days, from massive roadside facilities to the roofs of your neighbors’ RVs. We’re talking about solar panels, the key elements of a renewable, green solar power system. While most folks may be familiar with this popular technology, they may not understand the many benefits of solar…
EXPLORIST.life Shows a Start-to-Finish DIY Lithium Electrical Install in a Camper Van
Nate and Steph Yarbrough specialize in teaching people how to build the DIY camper of their dreams through their business, EXPLORIST.life. Initially, their “explorist” lifestyle started when they began a life of full-time travel in an RV and then later transitioned into a Sprinter van. As they shared their travels…
3 Big-Name Music Artists Use Solar Power in Concerts and the Studio
Solar energy powers our homes, businesses, and industries. Now, it’s coming to revolutionize the music industry as well. A handful of major artists are taking steps to fight climate change, both in the studio and on the road — and not always in the ways you might expect. Read on…
A Closer Look At The Victron Multiplus
Are you looking for an off-grid inverter than can do it all? If so, you’ll want to know about the Victron MultiPlus Inverter. Essentially, it’s both a high-wattage hybrid inverter and a sophisticated battery charger all in one. Raved about by off-grid enthusiasts who just want to “set it and…