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Old 04-05-2011, 02:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Louwai View Post
I didn't want to be restricted by mains access.I have 2 x 100ah batteries with 4 x 20w solar panels.Without recharging I can run my 3 scopes for 4 to 5 days (nights). If I hook up the solar panels & recharge during each day I have indefinate power supply. When I'm away I run 3 scopes with 4 heater systems An 80L 12v fridge 2 x lappys. All from the batteries with no power issues.
Lordy!
That's thinking ahead.

Thanks for the tips. Fortunately, I have no shortage of truck batteries for some reason and my wife's just bought a really posh trickle charger.
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