How to Connect Two Solar Panels to One Battery

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🎁 Free diagrams: https://cleversolarpower.com 📖 My best-selling book: https://cleversolarpower.com/off-grid-solar-power-simplified Link to the 100W solar panel: https://amzn.to/4atV4Md Link to 20A charge controller: https://amzn.to/3NDd4tQ Link to 12V 100Ah battery: https://amzn.to/3TytW8L Link to the voltage drop calculator: https://www.rapidtables.com/calc/wire/voltage-drop-calculator.html Best place for solar panels: https://cleversolarpower.com/buy-solar-panels Link to the video about series/parallel wiring: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NYyhy3JTEik In this video, I'm going to show you how to connect two solar panels to a battery. Following the great response to an article I wrote a few years ago on this topic, I've decided to create a video for a more visual and straightforward explanation. I'll present a clear diagram to demonstrate that setting up your solar panels and battery isn't as complicated as it might seem. If you're still feeling unsure, don't worry – I'm going to break down the process into four simple steps: 1. I'll start by connecting the battery to the charge controller. 2. Then, I'll show you how to connect the two solar panels together. 3. Next, we'll wire the solar panels to the charge controller. 4. Finally, I'll demonstrate how to connect the loads. By the end of this video, you'll have a clear understanding of each step in the process, making you more confident in setting up your solar power system. In the first step, I'll explain why you can't directly connect solar panels to a battery and the importance of a charge controller in preventing overcharging. I'll guide you through sizing the charge controller based on the total power of your solar panels and choosing the right fuse for system safety. Next, I'll cover the differences between wiring your solar panels in series or parallel, and how to choose the best option based on your charge controller type and shading conditions. I'll also address the common issue of voltage drop due to the distance between solar panels and the charge controller, showing you how to select the appropriate wire thickness. In the final step, I'll show you how to connect various loads to your system, ensuring compatibility with your battery's capacity. This video is perfect for anyone looking to learn 'how to connect a solar panel to a battery' or seeking a 'double charge controller' setup for their solar system. Whether you're building a 'DIY 12V solar system' or looking for 'off-grid solar solutions', this guide has you covered. If you find this video helpful, please give it a like and consider subscribing for more content on solar power systems.