What are DC appliances, you ask? They are simply normal appliances (refrigerators and freezers) that run on DC power, which, of course, leads to the question: what is DC power? DC power has some complex technical definitions. For the purposes of solar, we’re just going to say that it is basically low-voltage electricity that […]
So what is the difference between a traditional RV refrigerator when compared to a solar-powered DC refrigerator? I’m glad you asked. An RV refrigerator, for all intents and purposes, is essentially the same as in terms of function as a regular household fridge or a DC solar refrigerator. The main difference is in how […]
This solar DC refrigerator versus an AC refrigerator debate has been discussed previously, and there seem to be several ways of answering this question. I believe that the real answer comes down to needs. I’ll attempt to break down my answer so that people become more informed when faced with decisions like this. […]
So, what exactly is a solar refrigerator? That’s a good question friend! Why I’ve got an answer just for you. A solar refrigerator is… well… exactly what it sounds like. A solar fridge. Ta Da! Okay, fine, I’ll explain in greater detail about the differences between a solar refrigerator and your regular run-of-the-mill refrigerators. […]
Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you had fistfuls of ice cream? During a hot summer day, on a beach, in the middle of a blackout, while fighting off ants? No? Neither have I, and that’s not the direction that I was taking this post! Well, sort of. I’m here to […]