Thinking of a roadtrip this summer? Our solar RV packages can be your perfect travelling companion! (Updated 2023)

The weather is warming up and the sun has finally returned to grace the upcoming spring and summer seasons. Naturally, this makes it the best time to start your annual camping and road-tripping activities across many areas. You’ll need a reliable RV and a sustainable power source to help it keep running throughout your trip. Solar RV packages and motive batteries are just some of the more efficient and environmentally-friendly power sources you can count on to deliver your necessities.

Hub Power provides RV owners with effective solar panels and lithium batteries as part of a comprehensive solar power package. Our products can work on a variety of applications and can easily work with your RV vehicle. Additionally, they won’t harm the environment and its efficient solar power supply will help you save money along the way. With our solar power products, you’ll be able to enjoy a hassle-free road trip with the ones you love.

Get in touch with our Hub Power team today to help you find and install the right solar power applications for your next road trip.

How Many Lithium-Ion Batteries Do I Need For My RV?

At the very least, you should have at least four lithium-ion batteries installed on your RV. An exact number obviously depends on the amount of energy consumption from your trip, in which case, you may need around six or eight ready to use in total. The total length of your road trip and the type of batteries you purchase can greatly affect the overall amount and capacity of batteries stored on your vehicle.

Many batteries today have become much more affordable, but they still require a significant investment, especially if your RV is large and uses a lot of power. On average, lithium-ion batteries have an expected life expectancy of between 5-and 15 years. Afterwards, your batteries may need to be replaced at least once over a 25-30 year lifespan in its power cycle. With that said, if your lithium battery is of the highest quality, with the proper care and maintenance being conducted on it, it can power your RV for a very long time.

Lithium-ion batteries for your RV can benefit you by their ability to discharge and store power without any long-term damage. Though some may be slightly pricey, they’re worth the expense through their efficient battery power. They can serve as the longest-lasting batteries you can use for your RV, in terms of shelf life and charging cycles. They’re also more economical down the road and can be customized into longer-lasting packages. Here is how that is done to help increase the capacity of lithium batteries.

Can I Add Solar Panels To My Existing RV Electrical Systems?

Yes, you can easily add solar panels to your RV and integrate them as part of your electrical system. Our Hub Power solar panels are designed to easily mount on top of your RV’s roof and capture enough solar power to generate electricity. By choosing to purchase our solar power package and lithium-ion batteries, your RV will be able to operate and function on your next road trip for as long as possible.

Contact Hub Power today to learn more about our solar RV packages and the right power solutions for your vehicle. Browse our inventory of sustainable power products and batteries that will help you save money and limit the strain on the environment.

How Do I Increase The Capacity Of My RV Batteries?

There are a few ways to increase the capacity of your RV batteries. Installing the batteries in multiple sets can increase your power capacity for longer durations. This requires the right battery connection with the proper configurations. If the batteries are installed incorrectly, it could damage the RV’s electrical system and you may need to replace all its components. There are two ways to ensure the proper configuration of your RV batteries: parallel configuration and series configuration.

During parallel configuration, the positive and negative poles of a battery are separated during the initial installation into the RV. You’ll have to connect positive to positive ends using red battery cables and black cables to install the negative. This will help maintain the 12-volt power level capacity of most RV vehicles. An advantage of a parallel setup is the ability to increase its amp-hours and keep the RV running for longer periods of time. Other battery applications will give you the bare minimum in power, but you’ll be able to use your batteries longer without recharging with a parallel configuration.

In a series configuration, this increases the power capacity of lithium batteries by connecting the positive pole to the negative one in a standard method. It involves bringing the amperage capacity down to save energy and usually involves the consultation of a professional electrician. Series configuration is riskier than parallel, but we’ll help you determine which method is right for your RV.