Blue Knight
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Just to write in defence of the LR1218 ... I installed one in our current camper in summer 2015 and our batteries are performing as well now as they were then (2 x Banner 95ah AGMs) ... they have NOT been fried! When away for 2 x 7 weeks trips a year we rely totally on the batteries so it is important they work okay, which they do.
That's good to know. The LRM1218 would probably be a safer regulator for its lower float charge of 13.4v but in its absence I'm going to place an isolator switch on the solar +ve input to ensure that I have better control of the system.
As I was also advised to reduce the 20A Fuse to 10A on the EBL solar slot.
If we buy a Frankia then I'll probably fit my own solar rig under advice from the experts.