Sailing Nandji - Frothlyfe · video

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The crew of Nandji - Frothlyfe completes an electrical and canvas refit in Phuket, Thailand, to prepare the vessel for off-grid living.0:12 After installing a MultiPlus inverter-charger and lithium battery bank, the crew finalizes the system by installing 200-watt flexible solar panels from the Yuma series on the bimini.3:04 These panels utilize copper indium gallium selenide technology and feature diodes between cells to maintain output during partial shading.3:21 To accommodate the installation, the crew repairs worn Sunbrella fabric on the bimini and adds leather patches to prevent chafing.10:59 A local sail loft modifies the boom bag with a new flap to improve sail protection and ease of use.8:59 The crew also selects custom upholstery fabrics for the saloon cushions to replace the existing interior.5:40 Final wiring involves routing cables from the bimini to MPPT charge controllers located in the boat's utility space.13:49 The completed solar array successfully charges the battery bank, providing a stable power source for onboard appliances.15:19

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