From CLASSIC SAILBOAT to OFF-GRID TINY DREAM HOME ON A BUDGET! S2 EP3
17 juin 2023 · 17 min · 5K vues · Rio Dulce, Guatemala
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The owners of *Maverick*, a 1973 Cal 246, are upgrading the vessel’s electrical and solar systems at Captain John’s Marina on the Río Dulce in Guatemala to support off-grid living. The project includes installing a new solar arch to support two additional 500-watt panels, bringing the total array to approximately 1,500 watts.2:15 The power system is managed by two Victron MPPT controllers and a bank of four 12-volt, 280-amp lithium-ion batteries.4:52 To improve safety and prevent water ingress, the crew replaced the boat’s damaged shore power inlet with a locking, sealed connector.10:28 Additionally, the team is installing a custom electrical panel fabricated by Irwin’s Yacht Service using CNC laser engraving.12:30 This panel features a transfer switch to manage dual 30-amp shore power lines and a generator, along with a reverse polarity indicator light to protect onboard electronics from faulty shore-side power.14:53 These upgrades aim to provide sufficient capacity to run high-draw appliances like the salon air conditioner and water heater.13:18
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