Secondary/Free-standing solar panel connectors (1 Viewer)

[Nigel Crompton]

So, now thinking of a third flexible solar panel to be deployed as & when required.

I would wire this in parallel to the two existing panels which are series wired.
A short bit of cabling into the MPPT with connectors, and fused, within the existing external access door.
Long (enough to get to t'other side of van) fly-leads on the panel with corresponding connectors.

Recommend connectors, please. I find the standard solar MC4 connectors awkward to disconnect ....
(Yes, panels covered while connecting!)

EDIT: If I removed the locking lugs off the MC4s that would make 'em more user friendly

 

[Vansflyer]

The Ecoflow MC4 connections have an easy press to release connection and are very easy to use. The Victron ones supplied by Offgrid are not quite as easy to use but still easy enough without a tool.
I have done exactly as you are planning with the exception of how my roof panels are wired, worked perfectly in Spain for 2 months in Winter sun.
Using the Eco Flow panel I connect with it closed and then open it up to get the sun.

 

[Two on Tour]

I use XT60 connectors on my 200 watt folding panel.
They are rated at 30 amps, so plenty man enough for the job.

AMASS XT60 XT60H Male Female Gold Plated Connector with Cap 30A | eBay

Manufactured by AMASS.

www.ebay.co.uk

 

[Nigel Crompton]

"I use XT60 connectors ..."

And available from amazon.es

 

[oldiesontour]

I too have an "extension lead" xt60 panel end,old style 3 pin plug van end..flush socket mounted to van.(Surprisingly perhaps TS &SF both sell round 3pin plugs and sockets)

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[RogerIvy]

We often use good old Anderson connectors. Very simple and effective

 

[jumar]

Another vote for Anderson Nigel..

 

[Carpmart]

I use XT60’s.

 

[Rob Turner]

Anderson or XT60 connectors are ideal for the job and fit for purpose.