Suitcase style solar panels are convenient portable systems that allow for easy plug and play use without having to permanently roof mount them onto your vehicle.
Rooftop solar panel van.
The most efficient way to mount panels would be at the correct angle to point them straight at the sun.
There are various ways disguise this with roof racks and flush mounted flexible panels.
If you re trying to build a stealth camper van any panels mounted to your roof are going to be a giveaway that someone is living in the van.
With the mc4 leads integrated into the panel you will also find it easy to plug and use.
Select solar charging system.
It is also one of the easiest to install solar panels.
The back of it has a waterproof junction box which means that it can also handle the harsh and heavy rains.
Most solar panels are designed to sit on the roof of a house not to be driving down the road at 70 miles per hour.
The solar panel is also constructed in such a way that it can resist wind loads and heavy snow.
With a solid alternator charging system and frequent driving you shouldn t need more than two 90w panels on a van.
The solar panel measure 1476mm x 670mm so is small enough to be mounted onto the roof of the van more than one could fit if this is necessary for your set up.
Mounting solar panels to the roof of a van.
As a ground unit with adjustable legs you can also better position and angle the panels to maximize solar production.
Using flexible solar panels on a stealth camper van.