I love this video! I finally found someone who explains a 3-panel set up in such easy terms. This is all very new to me and I need easy illustrations like this to understand. Thank you!
I’m new too! It’s why I’m making videos. I hope to help as many people as possible. If you want me to make a video on anything solar just let me know and I’ll try to make them for you :)
I’ve watched several videos to learn how to connect 3 solar panel in series. It wasn’t until I watched this that I said, “oh wow, I get it”! Thank you so much.
This exactly what I was looking for! Someone who can show it instead of all the diagrams. I mean they are important but for someone like me who got a hand down solar system with 3 panels and learn how to connect makes all the difference. Thank you so much! Short video. Straight to the point. Easy to follow. Took me 3 min to hook my 3 panels up after watching this. Wish more people made videos like this.
i just built my portable solar power. i had only one panel as I started learning more and building my own power station. great video it helped me greatly
This doesn't help anyone without the why. As in, "Why in series" instead of "In parallel" or "in series/parallel". Can't wait for the "How to plug in a lamp" video.
I have 3 panels at 18.1 amps each short circut current. I want to wire them in parallel as shown Do I need to have 3 20 amp fuses one from each positive wire from the panel plugged into the three to one adapter or one fuse connected to the output of the adapter going to the solar controller?
Thanks so very much for putting this video on UA-cam. You kept it seriously simple. I learned information about solar panel adapters. I want to know which is better series or parellel? I am looking forward to hearing back from the host of this video or whomever knows. Thanks for reading my comments. Smiles
Can we connect 6 solar panel in series to sum up voltage and add two more in parallel to increase current. Then we combine both circuit to increase current and voltage both.?
What if the third panel leads won't reach, can I add extensions to the third panel and is it ok if the third panel wire is longer than the other 2 panels, or do they all need to be the same length?
I dont know much solar panels but if I have two 100 watts solar panels and I get someone to connect them for me in parallel for usage on my solar generator, after connecting them in parallel will I get a total of 200 watts coming from the sun to charge my solar generator? My solar generator has maximum amp of 8.5. If the amps double after connecting in parallel will this damage my solar generator??
Pterrydactyl! Hey!! Yes it’s me! Thanks for compliment! I’ve been trying to make vids for visual learners like me. Like you said it’s better when we can see it being done. More vids are in the works.
Now to better comprehend which panels are best for 12v, 24v, 48v system and how to size the array to a specific inverter. I thought this ight be discussed here - I will keep looking.
Great explanation but I have 3 x 450Watt solar panels so do I need a bigger cable to charge controller if I wire in parallel? 10 amps each panel. André
You should check the max series fuse rating on the panel specs, if your total amps of 30 is greater than that ( which it likely is ) you should fuse each panel. Better safe that sorry.
Complex answer, series increases the voltage but keeps amps the same, parallel increases the amperage but keeps volts the same, so your whole setup needs to be able to handle the way you connect the panels. Sometimes you want the volt increase because your system needs it. For instance you have a 24 volt system and 12 volt panels, connect 2 in series and you get 12+12 = 24. In this example if you have (8) 12 volt panels, you can connect 2 sets of 4 in parallel then connect these two sets in series using the 2-way connector he shows, that will give you 24 volts to your system. But if your system is 12 volts then you want to keep it in parallel so the voltage remains 12, but the amperage increases, so you can only connect as many panels as your charge controller can handle. So you can't buy a cheap charge controller and connect 20-30 panels to it, instant brick. Pros and cons come down to cost vs current loss or efficiency. A 12 volt system is cheap but will lose current over any kind of distance, so they are not good for a farm, but an RV or even a cabin or shed is fine. Go up to 24, 36 or 48 volts and now you can have 20-30 panels out in a yard and wires underground to a house, etc....
When you have as many as 8 panels then you need to connect them series parallel. You connect 4 each in series, then connect those 2 sets in parallel using the 2 way connector which is the first one he shows in the video.
This depends on the wattage of the panels. The more you attach in parallel, the higher the amps go. If you combine higher than 30A together, the #10 wire in the solar wires will melt. For this many parallel connections, you should get a combiner box that has fused inputs, and provisions for larger diameter conductors to feed the high amps to the charge controller. If you combine in series, you will have a very high voltage that will fry many charge controllers. You could combine he 8 panels 2 at a time in series, then tie the 4 pairs in parallel to keep the amps within the abilities of the adapters, and keep the voltage within the parameters of most charge controllers.
Such an easy to follow video-thank goodness! Can I just ask about cable thickness? I'm adding another 100w panel to my two, other one hundred watt panels (so 3x 100w if that wasn't clear, lol). Will I need a thicker cable than I'm currently using for my 2x100w panels? Cheers
Hey I'm pretty new to this myself. Got a starter solar system from a friend. 2 100amp batteries and 3 100w panels. I just did it. Works perfect. Parallel connection does not increase voltage. So you good. Series does.
You can but the total watts won’t be 670. Watch this link he goes into detail and gives the formula to calculate what your potential end watts could be. ua-cam.com/video/jejro4zkl8I/v-deo.html
Forgot to mention voltage output difference between series and parallel connections🤨
I love this video! I finally found someone who explains a 3-panel set up in such easy terms. This is all very new to me and I need easy illustrations like this to understand. Thank you!
I’m new too! It’s why I’m making videos. I hope to help as many people as possible. If you want me to make a video on anything solar just let me know and I’ll try to make them for you :)
@@billyhere9279 hey Billy, remember me you lieing pos.
I’ve watched several videos to learn how to connect 3 solar panel in series. It wasn’t until I watched this that I said, “oh wow, I get it”! Thank you so much.
Man Your video is the ONLY one I've watched that Clicked in my mind. Your right, Simple......................Thanks!
Thank you for sharing
Wow I think a miracle occurred someone explained exactly what I wanted to know and they didn’t try to sell me something.
was hoping you can demonstate how to connect three panel in parallel and sries combination
Exactly the video I needed. You wouldn’t believe how many other videos make this more confusing than it needs to be
This exactly what I was looking for! Someone who can show it instead of all the diagrams. I mean they are important but for someone like me who got a hand down solar system with 3 panels and learn how to connect makes all the difference. Thank you so much! Short video. Straight to the point. Easy to follow. Took me 3 min to hook my 3 panels up after watching this. Wish more people made videos like this.
i just built my portable solar power. i had only one panel as I started learning more and building my own power station. great video it helped me greatly
That’s what I was looking for thank you for all info thanks again
Nice video
I just ordered three (more) of your panels. Nice tutorial.
Wow! I’m glad to hear your system is growing! Thanks for the compliment :)
This doesn't help anyone without the why. As in, "Why in series" instead of "In parallel" or "in series/parallel". Can't wait for the "How to plug in a lamp" video.
I have 3 panels at 18.1 amps each short circut current. I want to wire them in parallel as shown Do I need to have 3 20 amp fuses one from each positive wire from the panel plugged into the three to one adapter or one fuse connected to the output of the adapter going to the solar controller?
Thanks so very much for putting this video on UA-cam. You kept it seriously simple. I learned information about solar panel adapters. I want to know which is better series or parellel? I am looking forward to hearing back from the host of this video or whomever knows. Thanks for reading my comments. Smiles
Very simple yet effective
Can we connect 6 solar panel in series to sum up voltage and add two more in parallel to increase current. Then we combine both circuit to increase current and voltage both.?
Great video, when I plan on expanding you’ll be the one I reach out to.
Thanks and I’ll be looking forward to it
What if the third panel leads won't reach, can I add extensions to the third panel and is it ok if the third panel wire is longer than the other 2 panels, or do they all need to be the same length?
Check out Amazon for “solar extension cables” they have many different sizes. It’s ok it the lengths are different it won’t affect the overall system.
I dont know much solar panels but if I have two 100 watts solar panels and I get someone to connect them for me in parallel for usage on my solar generator, after connecting them in parallel will I get a total of 200 watts coming from the sun to charge my solar generator? My solar generator has maximum amp of 8.5. If the amps double after connecting in parallel will this damage my solar generator??
Billy is that you who has help me with my install? Good video as some of us learn better visually. Great customer service.
Terry from Ceres, CA
Pterrydactyl! Hey!! Yes it’s me! Thanks for compliment! I’ve been trying to make vids for visual learners like me. Like you said it’s better when we can see it being done. More vids are in the works.
Please, how to connect two solar panels of 450 W each to a 12V, 160 Ah battery...? thank you very much
Do the panels all have to be exactly the same I know the same wattage but do they have to be same brand
your work is awesome
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Thank you sir
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Thanks so much bro
Now to better comprehend which panels are best for 12v, 24v, 48v system and how to size the array to a specific inverter. I thought this ight be discussed here - I will keep looking.
All this video needed was a 4th panel and a setup in series parallel.
ua-cam.com/video/2JYUmBSJMR8/v-deo.html
@@billyhere9279 Thank you, I should have done my research and looked at your other videos.
Great explanation but I have 3 x 450Watt solar panels so do I need a bigger cable to charge controller if I wire in parallel? 10 amps each panel. André
At 30amps I’d recommend an 8 AWG. 10 AWG will work but your at its limit at 30amp.
@@billyhere9279 Thanks heaps.
You should check the max series fuse rating on the panel specs, if your total amps of 30 is greater than that ( which it likely is ) you should fuse each panel. Better safe that sorry.
Hi there. ..can a series connection for 2 solar panels +a series connection for 2 batteries work?need advice..thanks
What are the pros and cons of each configuration?
Complex answer, series increases the voltage but keeps amps the same, parallel increases the amperage but keeps volts the same, so your whole setup needs to be able to handle the way you connect the panels. Sometimes you want the volt increase because your system needs it. For instance you have a 24 volt system and 12 volt panels, connect 2 in series and you get 12+12 = 24. In this example if you have (8) 12 volt panels, you can connect 2 sets of 4 in parallel then connect these two sets in series using the 2-way connector he shows, that will give you 24 volts to your system. But if your system is 12 volts then you want to keep it in parallel so the voltage remains 12, but the amperage increases, so you can only connect as many panels as your charge controller can handle. So you can't buy a cheap charge controller and connect 20-30 panels to it, instant brick. Pros and cons come down to cost vs current loss or efficiency. A 12 volt system is cheap but will lose current over any kind of distance, so they are not good for a farm, but an RV or even a cabin or shed is fine. Go up to 24, 36 or 48 volts and now you can have 20-30 panels out in a yard and wires underground to a house, etc....
You did talk about 12v and 24v
Well when setting up strings you do series of strings and out them upp in paralell this just mess with people's head
Who beter series or paralel im can series us 12 v batery or cant
I need to connect two 100 watt 12 volt panels in series and one in parallel total of three how? What would be total wattage and voltage Thank you
From my understanding you’ll end up with 200 watts with 12v. Watch the video for more details ua-cam.com/video/jejro4zkl8I/v-deo.html
I love this video. How many way connectors do I need to connect eight solar panel?
When you have as many as 8 panels then you need to connect them series parallel. You connect 4 each in series, then connect those 2 sets in parallel using the 2 way connector which is the first one he shows in the video.
This depends on the wattage of the panels.
The more you attach in parallel, the higher the amps go.
If you combine higher than 30A together, the #10 wire in the solar wires will melt.
For this many parallel connections, you should get a combiner box that has fused inputs, and provisions for larger diameter conductors to feed the high amps to the charge controller.
If you combine in series, you will have a very high voltage that will fry many charge controllers.
You could combine he 8 panels 2 at a time in series, then tie the 4 pairs in parallel to keep the amps within the abilities of the adapters, and keep the voltage within the parameters of most charge controllers.
Such an easy to follow video-thank goodness! Can I just ask about cable thickness? I'm adding another 100w panel to my two, other one hundred watt panels (so 3x 100w if that wasn't clear, lol). Will I need a thicker cable than I'm currently using for my 2x100w panels? Cheers
Hey I'm pretty new to this myself. Got a starter solar system from a friend. 2 100amp batteries and 3 100w panels. I just did it. Works perfect. Parallel connection does not increase voltage. So you good. Series does.
Can you connect one 270watt panel with a 400watt panel
You can but the total watts won’t be 670. Watch this link he goes into detail and gives the formula to calculate what your potential end watts could be. ua-cam.com/video/jejro4zkl8I/v-deo.html
@@billyhere9279
Ok
How can i purchase 3 in one connectior
Richsolar.com look for either the t3 or y3 in the search bar :)