MUST KNOW Solar Sizing Equations: Learn How to Calculate EXACT Battery Bank Recharge Time & Run Time
Wondering how long a solar generator / solar battery will last in hours? Or how long it will take to charge a solar generator / solar battery bank from solar panels?
The video below explains the two most important solar sizing equations you need to know when shopping for ANY solar generator / off-grid (battery based) solar kit. Once you understand these two solar sizing equations, you will know how to choose the best solar generator for your needs.
The 2 most common off-grid solar questions we get asked are:
#1. How long will it take to recharge this solar generator from the sun?
#2. How long will this solar generator last me?
The video explains the exact calculations you need to know in order to figure out the answers to the two questions above. (Keep in mind the same logic applies to bigger off-grid battery banks as well).
Again, to recap the video, these two off-grid solar sizing equations are:
#1. Battery Recharge Rate (From Panels or Outlet) = Battery size in watt hours / Total wattage input
#2. Battery Bank Usage Time or "Run Time" = Battery size in watt hours / Load size in watts
Looking for more information on solar generators? Read our most in-depth solar generator buyer's guide ever written!
Below you will find a link to the solar calculator discussed at the end of the video. You can go check out the most common household appliances and the average watt hour draw to figure out which generator makes the most sense for you. -- watt hour calculator
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