Just what you need to run AC and small appliances

Had a few people confused by the number of components I have installed on my board.  

Not all of these components are needed for a basic setup to allow you to run a small efficient air conditioner when needed and recharge lawn equipment and tool batteries off the sun on a regular basis.

Here are the items I'm using:

The solar controller you use must be sized to the battery and panel(s) you are using. If you want to change the battery or panels I used you will need to calculate the size of controller needed. This video will help you determine the size you need: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TJBGbufexEM

The battery cables you use will depend on the length of the connection and the amps drawn. 

I have a link to a DC wiring chart at the bottom of this page: https://bestfavoritesbestof.blogspot.com/p/solar-resources.html

Here is the breaker, fuse and bus bar: 

If you want to monitor your usage a shunt is perfect.


Keep your AC unit as small and efficient as possible so as not to drain your battery(s). Here is the unit I am using:

This is a DIY setup and if you are not familiar with electrical systems you should consult a professional before working with any of this.