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5.0 out of 5 stars UPDATED REVIEW! This (STILL) is THE book to buy!
UPDATE TO PREVIOUS REVIEW FURTHER BELOW:Since my review of this book, I've completed my solar panel install and it works great! Although I did some things a little differently from the exact approach in this book, overall the book was a HUGE HELP. I continue to recommend it to anyone considering a solar power system. Even if you have someone else install a system, this book will help you determine exactly what you need and how it should be installed correctly. I've attached a couple photos of my installation. Thanks in large part to the knowledge gained from this book my system works extremely well. The book gave me the exact info I needed to build it all myself, and the moment I turned it on I could tell everything worked perfectly.ORIGINAL REVIEW:This book is the best guide I've ever seen for the person who wants to install their own solar power system, but might not have a lot of mechanical skills, time for research and study, and/or money. Will Prowse is an excellent, careful and accurate writer, with a no-nonsense style. He clearly and simply explains the entire process of building a solar power system, from component selection to every detail of installation. Having this book is like having a skilled advisor at your side, walking you through each step from start to finish. I've got many years of experience building and living with 12 volt DC power systems, and I have very carefully studied the options and choices involved with building a solar electric system for my "Class B" motor home. This book is what has finally convinced me that a system suited for my specific vehicle, and how I live in and travel with that vehicle, can be built easily and within my budget. More importantly, this book has given me the confidence to build it myself, and the knowledge to manage and maintain that system. I highly recommend this book to anyone considering building (or simply owning) a solar power system, whether it will be in a land vehicle, boat, or off-grid cabin. This book can get you through buying and building, to using your system, easily and in literally just days or even hours. It's a purchase I will never regret.
5.0 out of 5 stars The Solar Bible and not just for RVs perfect for all Solar setups.
This book is the best solar generator book EVER. The Holy Grail of solar books. Best for beginner and intermediate. Easy to read, photos, it's way bigger and in depth than I expected for the price. He really went above and beyond with providing so much info in one place. The author has an amazingly helpful youtube channel also. I don't own an RV, I'm a prepper, an eagle scout and I live in the Hurricane capital of the world. This book is extremely helpful and a great reference book to always look back on with charts, wire gauge recommendations, etc. You won't just read it once ypu will keep it nearby. I was building a generator with AGM batteries since they're cheap but I learned lead acid batteries only give half their amp hours as usable so a 100 amp hour lead acid battery is more so the same as a 50 amp hour LiFePo4 battery. That alone saved me a huge amount of trouble and lost money. Thank ya sir, you are a great and humble teacher. I enjoy your YouTube videos also. I'm hoping you add a second edition to cover wind turbines more in depth.
5.0 out of 5 stars Solar Made Easy Is Right
This book is fantastic. The book has a durable plastic spiral binding, it is only 89 pages long but is packed with good information with little to no fluff. Every paragraph contains the information you need. The book could walk a child through setting up a solar system. The book is well-organized and concise. The order in which the author has laid out the information is perfect, taking you from understanding electricity, calculating power needs, and setting up simple systems to larger systems. It lays out several scenarios from small and simple to large and more complex. He even breaks it down to "Lazy Method, The Minimalist, The Classic 400 Watt, The Off Grid King, and Ultra Lightweight. Great explanations on recommended battery bank size for each of the above scenarios, battery types best suited for solar, wire, and fuse sizes, and installation of same. He takes you through what you must have to what you can do without if money is an issue.I have followed the author on YouTube since I first entertained setting up an emergency solar backup system....he knows his stuff and is enjoyable to watch. I highly recommend subscribing to his channel, DIY Solar Power with Will Prowse. For such a young man, he is the go-to source for all things solar. If you are considering solar, this book is a must and I highly recommend checking out his channel if you are seriously considering doing anything solar.
4.0 out of 5 stars Simple and Informative
This book is an easy read and doesn't take long to go through it. Nothing written that is too complicated for beginners.
5.0 out of 5 stars Worth every cent!! Explains simple,n to earth, languafe and defined all the terms used.
Justified title! It made an old woman like me learn about electric! It teaches everything you need to know...very detailed! Worth the money. My son in law borrowed it (kept it)!
5.0 out of 5 stars Helpful book
My son wanted this book and he says that he likes it. It was informative.
5.0 out of 5 stars excellent information for all levels
The author did a fantastic job of explaining each area of the system. As a beginner, it was nice to have an explanation of solar components and their capabilities . I definitely recommend this book for anyone looking to improve their experience.
Goed boek
Duidelijk beschreven, had alleen de plaatjes in het boek in kleur gewild. Is een goed naslag boekje. Ben tevreden. Aan te bevelen voor beginners, zoals ik. Geen communicatie met verkoper.
Worth it!
Easy reading and very helpful.
easy to read & understand for a dummy like me
This book is a great reference for DIY people, im starting to build an off grid solar system in NSW Australia and having it down on paper to cross check my items and wiring is awesome. Im using a Renogy 40A MPPT controller and 2 x 100w panels to a cheap eBay 100AH liFePo4, its currently connected to a battery box at the moment for portable power while i build my cabin. It also has a lot of tips and things to remember which is great for someone like me.Well worth the money.
Awesome book - thank you!
Been watching your YouTube channel which is great, to gain knowledge to put small solar on my shed for lights and garden lights then for our timber garden building which has mains power.Your book has been really helpful and I recommend it to anyone. My only comment is I am in the uk so mains in 240v and I wanted to set up a 24v system. Cos you’re USA based you are 110v and the book is only 12v. It took me ages to realise (as a newcomer to building solar systems) that all your calcs could be halved or doubled for 24v vs 12v. Just a line in the book could have explained that.I also struggled to calculate the charge controller size I needed as I had 4 x 320w panels connecting to a 24v battery pack (2x12v, will be 4). Not sure I found that calculation in the book - 1280w / 24 = 53a. I kept using the amps from the panels to calculate which is 20a so almost bought a 30a charge controller.Highly recommend this book, it’s so good at explaining all the principles, and to be fair the book is for RVs so I can’t complain about not the right info for a heavy duty domestic set up. Will use the book for my boat!
Semplice ed efficace
Ho preso questo libro dopo aver visto diversi video su YouTube dell'autore. Il testo è semplice e basilare ma efficace. Ottimo per chi come me parte da zero.
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Imported From: United States
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5.0 out of 5 stars UPDATED REVIEW! This (STILL) is THE book to buy!
UPDATE TO PREVIOUS REVIEW FURTHER BELOW:Since my review of this book, I've completed my solar panel install and it works great! Although I did some things a little differently from the exact approach in this book, overall the book was a HUGE HELP. I continue to recommend it to anyone considering a solar power system. Even if you have someone else install a system, this book will help you determine exactly what you need and how it should be installed correctly. I've attached a couple photos of my installation. Thanks in large part to the knowledge gained from this book my system works extremely well. The book gave me the exact info I needed to build it all myself, and the moment I turned it on I could tell everything worked perfectly.ORIGINAL REVIEW:This book is the best guide I've ever seen for the person who wants to install their own solar power system, but might not have a lot of mechanical skills, time for research and study, and/or money. Will Prowse is an excellent, careful and accurate writer, with a no-nonsense style. He clearly and simply explains the entire process of building a solar power system, from component selection to every detail of installation. Having this book is like having a skilled advisor at your side, walking you through each step from start to finish. I've got many years of experience building and living with 12 volt DC power systems, and I have very carefully studied the options and choices involved with building a solar electric system for my "Class B" motor home. This book is what has finally convinced me that a system suited for my specific vehicle, and how I live in and travel with that vehicle, can be built easily and within my budget. More importantly, this book has given me the confidence to build it myself, and the knowledge to manage and maintain that system. I highly recommend this book to anyone considering building (or simply owning) a solar power system, whether it will be in a land vehicle, boat, or off-grid cabin. This book can get you through buying and building, to using your system, easily and in literally just days or even hours. It's a purchase I will never regret.
5.0 out of 5 stars The Solar Bible and not just for RVs perfect for all Solar setups.
This book is the best solar generator book EVER. The Holy Grail of solar books. Best for beginner and intermediate. Easy to read, photos, it's way bigger and in depth than I expected for the price. He really went above and beyond with providing so much info in one place. The author has an amazingly helpful youtube channel also. I don't own an RV, I'm a prepper, an eagle scout and I live in the Hurricane capital of the world. This book is extremely helpful and a great reference book to always look back on with charts, wire gauge recommendations, etc. You won't just read it once ypu will keep it nearby. I was building a generator with AGM batteries since they're cheap but I learned lead acid batteries only give half their amp hours as usable so a 100 amp hour lead acid battery is more so the same as a 50 amp hour LiFePo4 battery. That alone saved me a huge amount of trouble and lost money. Thank ya sir, you are a great and humble teacher. I enjoy your YouTube videos also. I'm hoping you add a second edition to cover wind turbines more in depth.
5.0 out of 5 stars Solar Made Easy Is Right
This book is fantastic. The book has a durable plastic spiral binding, it is only 89 pages long but is packed with good information with little to no fluff. Every paragraph contains the information you need. The book could walk a child through setting up a solar system. The book is well-organized and concise. The order in which the author has laid out the information is perfect, taking you from understanding electricity, calculating power needs, and setting up simple systems to larger systems. It lays out several scenarios from small and simple to large and more complex. He even breaks it down to "Lazy Method, The Minimalist, The Classic 400 Watt, The Off Grid King, and Ultra Lightweight. Great explanations on recommended battery bank size for each of the above scenarios, battery types best suited for solar, wire, and fuse sizes, and installation of same. He takes you through what you must have to what you can do without if money is an issue.I have followed the author on YouTube since I first entertained setting up an emergency solar backup system....he knows his stuff and is enjoyable to watch. I highly recommend subscribing to his channel, DIY Solar Power with Will Prowse. For such a young man, he is the go-to source for all things solar. If you are considering solar, this book is a must and I highly recommend checking out his channel if you are seriously considering doing anything solar.
4.0 out of 5 stars Simple and Informative
This book is an easy read and doesn't take long to go through it. Nothing written that is too complicated for beginners.
5.0 out of 5 stars Worth every cent!! Explains simple,n to earth, languafe and defined all the terms used.
Justified title! It made an old woman like me learn about electric! It teaches everything you need to know...very detailed! Worth the money. My son in law borrowed it (kept it)!
5.0 out of 5 stars Helpful book
My son wanted this book and he says that he likes it. It was informative.
5.0 out of 5 stars excellent information for all levels
The author did a fantastic job of explaining each area of the system. As a beginner, it was nice to have an explanation of solar components and their capabilities . I definitely recommend this book for anyone looking to improve their experience.
Goed boek
Duidelijk beschreven, had alleen de plaatjes in het boek in kleur gewild. Is een goed naslag boekje. Ben tevreden. Aan te bevelen voor beginners, zoals ik. Geen communicatie met verkoper.
Worth it!
Easy reading and very helpful.
easy to read & understand for a dummy like me
This book is a great reference for DIY people, im starting to build an off grid solar system in NSW Australia and having it down on paper to cross check my items and wiring is awesome. Im using a Renogy 40A MPPT controller and 2 x 100w panels to a cheap eBay 100AH liFePo4, its currently connected to a battery box at the moment for portable power while i build my cabin. It also has a lot of tips and things to remember which is great for someone like me.Well worth the money.
Awesome book - thank you!
Been watching your YouTube channel which is great, to gain knowledge to put small solar on my shed for lights and garden lights then for our timber garden building which has mains power.Your book has been really helpful and I recommend it to anyone. My only comment is I am in the uk so mains in 240v and I wanted to set up a 24v system. Cos you’re USA based you are 110v and the book is only 12v. It took me ages to realise (as a newcomer to building solar systems) that all your calcs could be halved or doubled for 24v vs 12v. Just a line in the book could have explained that.I also struggled to calculate the charge controller size I needed as I had 4 x 320w panels connecting to a 24v battery pack (2x12v, will be 4). Not sure I found that calculation in the book - 1280w / 24 = 53a. I kept using the amps from the panels to calculate which is 20a so almost bought a 30a charge controller.Highly recommend this book, it’s so good at explaining all the principles, and to be fair the book is for RVs so I can’t complain about not the right info for a heavy duty domestic set up. Will use the book for my boat!
Semplice ed efficace
Ho preso questo libro dopo aver visto diversi video su YouTube dell'autore. Il testo è semplice e basilare ma efficace. Ottimo per chi come me parte da zero.
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