I just recently found that you don't get 100% of what the panel is rated for. 80% is more likely. Something else I noticed was perplexing: I metered one 200w panel at 144w and the other at 167w but when I connected them in parallel they metered at 260w output. Some of that could be due to I was charging an Ecoflow Delta 2. The input cable for the solar array is very small. It gets warm when it charges the Delta. I think that's where I'm getting the loss. What do you think?

agree with all except not everyone can shell out the money on your website, maybe you should think about us "poor folk' and have a budget lineup, and battleborn batteries are stupid price, i built a 460 amp hr 8 cell with eve cells and daly bms for under $400

Hi Nate and Steph. I see at the end of the video that the OEM 7-pin is still connected, which I assume is for brake lights / reverse lights / etc. Did you need to disconnect the OEM 7-pin alternator charging function once you had the Orion installed? Or did it not hurt anything to leave it as-is. Thanks

Is the Quattro able to be set up to run both AC outputs on battery and run on battery when attached to shore using shore only as the assist. The multiplus is capable to do this. I want to run off battery and solar as primary and pull from shore only as needed. This way when on a metered site i keep the draw to a bare minimum. I am wanting to use Quattro. Thanks for your help I really appreciate your videos

Is it okay to use a 60A fuse as you have even-though the manual says maximum battery fuse rating of 40A for the 100/30 MPPT

Hi guys, I’m curious to know if you have a video that would help me figure out what size to build my electrical system box. I plan to build it out of extruded aluminum. I can see the sizes of the batteries, VE components and other necessary items but don’t have any idea how big the box needs to be to fit all the components and connecting wires. Any suggestions are appreciated.

what if your panel gets shaded, would multiple panels be better than a single panel?

I want this exact setup, but i have a generator onboard id like to have auto start and id like to run my a/c aswell.. i have 4x100ah batteries currently, so im assuming i just need a 3k inverter, but how do i setup the auto start.. im building a cart in your store now..thanks

Will the Cerbo GX work with a Renogy inverter/charger and midnight classic mppt charge controller?

Hello, excellent video. By this means I am contacting you to make a consultation. I am from Paraguay and more or less in November of last year I set up a mini generation system with EV equipment, currently I would like to implement sensors for ambient temperature, surface temperature of panels, humidity and solar radiation, but no matter how much I search I cannot find it. the local market. That is why I want to appeal to your help to see if you can provide me with the number of a company that is dedicated to the sale of sensors compatible with EV equipment. Likewise, I would like to appeal for your help in relation to some technical data that I do not know regarding the Cerbo GX and the Quattro Inverter. Cerbo GX. What is the current range in which the terminals for resistive sensors, temperature sensors and digital signal sensors operate? (This question arises because I have old sensors that operate in the 4 to 20 mA range and I want to know if I can connect them). Quattro inverter: Are there terminals for sensors on the inverter that I don't know what they are for? Could you give me more information about the terminals?

Thanks for this! So helpful! You mention when installing the BM-712 that you would link to a blog post with a cheat sheet for the programming side. Maybe it's me but I can't find that link. After watching many set up vids I'm still struggling to feel confident I've got mine configured correctly - considering what I'm seeing in the app. Would you please point me in the right direction to that link? Your info seems to always give me successful results!

battery bank that size should be secure to the frame. those things will become rockets in a bad crash

I wish I would have known this two weeks ago! I have a 2022 InTech Sol Horizon Rover, and my DIY install has been the most grueling, budget-busting painful experience I have ever endured. I actually started in early April, and have constantly bought components and wiring that ended up being wrong. Two weeks ago I went to your web site consultation page and read you did not support anything other than your kits. I was happily ready to pay for a consultation and was bummed out about what your site said. Just last weekend, I finally feel that my project past a major pain point- running my AC romex in and out of my power distribution to my battery box. In south Florida without the AC running because the electrical system was completely apart, it’s been 122 degrees in that oven trying to get things done. You made a very good move to allow support and installs for more than your kits. You may hear from me soon!

Where are you located

Very informative content giving me ideas for my camper van conversion

Something here I don't quite understand: At around the 5:00 to 6:30 point on the white board you show 2 examples, 1 with 12v and one with 25v and the amps for a 100w light bulb. 12v is 7.81 amps and 25v is 3.90 amps. So off I go to do some google searches. What I found was pretty different then what you are showing for 100 watts and how many amps DC or AC that would equal. I'll just have to re-watch and re-search and try to figure out what I'm not understanding or what I am missing.

I have one sinds a month. Really very good, does not get hot, load my batteries with 50 amp. Perfect!!!

love to know how you got the end panels to contour the van

Excellent instructions as usual. I want to add a manual over-ride switch to this so I can turn it on when we're driving to augment positive pressure inside the trailer... Is this possible?

Can you limit the output on the Quattro? I’m about to build a system and will need a lot of power long term but want to start out with a smaller battery stack and add to it. Is this a good option?

Hi Nate and Steph, excellent demo video of how to wire up 3 way switches to van lights. The idea of also installing a dimmer is a great addition to any campervan setup. What's not clear to me (Im sorry if this has already been asked) can a dimmer also be place at the other switch. In effect you would have a 3 way switch and a dimmer at the front of the van followed by a 3 way switch and a dimmer at the back of the van giving you full lighting control from either end? If so, could you elaborate with a quick drawing (or video if you want) of how to do this ? BTW, excellent channel, love your videos and style.

Congratulations on expanding your business. Used your products in a recent build , top notch equipment and service.

I have this panel. Is the 110V plug on the back used for anything?

Hi, I've installed an Orion XS with the D+ signal plugged on H pin, but I'm not sure if the Engine Shutdown Detection must be turned off. Reading the Manual, think it should be, but I'm still not sure. Thank you for your attention Thank you for your reply.

Is there a Nate and Steph for refrigeration?

I have every component listed in this video except for a shunt. Is it really require to set up a system like this? I will be using the Bluetooth function to monitor my loads.

Thank you for the information! By the way, Avalanche Amber is one of my favorite beers! 😆

I have 2 300w solar panels, what size controller do I need?

Why would the orion split charger ground need placing underneath the seat? Why not on the multi like the other part?

How do you do the math for a series/parallel setup to know if your charge controller or generator can handle it?

If I’m running this in my work trailer and charging it from my vehicle through a seven way connector that only has a 10 gauge wire inside of it for charging. Is there any point in going with four gauge wire anywhere in the system?

you guys are awesome!

Great video as usual. Still curious about the heat anticipation and how the stress test went out with the multiplus mounted horizontally.

You guys are awesome… I have learned so much from your videos and the gratification I have from doing my solar, dc/dc charging, dc inverting, wire management system myself has been priceless!!! May your added services bring Explorist Life to new heights!

so much for looking out the back window!

What about dealing with voltage drop? Is that not an issue in this case? I found these usb fast charging ports I would love to use on my van, but they generate 90w max and already have 16 gauge wires attached. My run will be about 20ft and if I added 4 of them, that would be about 30amps at full use which I'd need 10 gauge, right? I am not sure how I should wire these up. If I make a single circuit for each one, the 16 gauge wire will have too much voltage drop. I'd appreciate any help.

How can one become an installer for you?

Will you “check” a DIY built system? You know, make sure I did it right before I burn the van down? Maybe a video call? 🤷🏼‍♀️

Love the new haircut Nate!

Thanks Nate! Learned more about Sketchup also. :) Should solar panel weight be a factor in roof planning? For instance, the Renogy and Rich solar 200 watt panels differ by 20 lbs per panel (at least what Amazon says). If adding 4 panels that +100 lbs when using Rich Solar over Renogy.

If you size the fuse to protect the wires, how do you size a MRFB fuse? ….is it sized to protect the total load….even though that load may be variable…even quite low?

Hi, I’ve had a question for a while. I have 7 100aH AGM batteries and 2 100watt panels connected to 80am SCC and a 3000w inverter charger. I can’t run my system more than 24hrs before needing the generator. I also can’t run the microwave, a/c, or heater without the generator but the system can handle the fridge, tv, WiFi box, and computer. What do I need to do?

Hi Nate, learn a lot from your videos, great work. Question for you, I have a single 150w roof panel and a solar on the side for ground panels. How would you wire the ground panels into this setup? I understand that you would run it into the right two terminals but there isn’t enough physical room to wire two sets of wires into my Victron MPPT 100/20 48v converter. How would you connect the bottom set of terminals so that there are only two wires exiting to the MPPT controller ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

it would be much easier to understand you without you throwing out all these specific brands and models thanks

How many complete vehicle installations will the folks you send out have accomplished before doing ours?

Or You can look into EcoFlow systems.😉🤔

I have an nv1500. It’s a 2015 it’s paid for it’s in good shape. It’s a cargo van I used for my business. It’s got about 125,000 miles. Is that a good van to invest money in to build a camper system, you know with the cabinets, the bed, Refrigerator, heater, AC all the electrical. It’s not a high top. Or should I look for something better newer or taller? It’s just paid for thing that really makes me want to use it but I don’t even know if the suspension is strong enough. It’s just a 1500. Does it need to be beefed up?