[MAH]

Hello…..
I am ready to start the wiring for my van and need some advice.

I have a Goal Zero with a DC to DC charger.
I plan to run Ceiling lights, Dommetic Refreg, Ceiling Fan. No water or stoves system to worry about.

I have very little experience with electrical but good with carpentry and can follow good direction.

Any advice on what I need and how to do this electrical system in detail?

Thanks,
Mark

 

[MAH]

I think this same (or nearly same) question has been asked a couple times recently. Worth a search for Goal Zero or Bluetti or "solar generator" to see if any of them are useful to you.

The three things you mention are all 12VDC, typically.
1- Install a fuse panel with enough outputs for your usage.
2- Connect the fuse panel to the GZ with adequate cable and a fuse on the GZ end of that cable.
3- Connect the various loads to appropriately sized cables and fuses in the fuse panel.

Here's an example of a fuse panel:
View attachment 165594

Great info. Thanks.

I think this same (or nearly same) question has been asked a couple times recently. Worth a search for Goal Zero or Bluetti or "solar generator" to see if any of them are useful to you.

The three things you mention are all 12VDC, typically.
1- Install a fuse panel with enough outputs for your usage.
2- Connect the fuse panel to the GZ with adequate cable and a fuse on the GZ end of that cable.
3- Connect the various loads to appropriately sized cables and fuses in the fuse panel.

Here's an example of a fuse panel:
View attachment 165594

great info. I created a diagram of what I plan to install.
any suggestions on install and the supplies needed including wire size?

I think this same (or nearly same) question has been asked a couple times recently. Worth a search for Goal Zero or Bluetti or "solar generator" to see if any of them are useful to you.

The three things you mention are all 12VDC, typically.
1- Install a fuse panel with enough outputs for your usage.
2- Connect the fuse panel to the GZ with adequate cable and a fuse on the GZ end of that cable.
3- Connect the various loads to appropriately sized cables and fuses in the fuse panel.

Here's an example of a fuse panel:
View attachment 165594

Thanks… I created a digram and list of items I plan to install. Any help creat the shopping list of items needed including wire gauges and what not?

 

[MAH]

Mine is actually a Bluetti EB55, but think you have me confused with the first poster.
The output/inputs are built in with most generators. Most people buy them to simplify the power. I am an electrician by trade and prefer simple and changeable.


We do agree on the 10 gauge, low volts needs fat gauges for voltage drop and you need to protect your wires. I ran mine in sprinkler tubing . But you can buy plug in ends to attach wires to the generator, as I did with the 10 gauge to my panel and the van's stock 12volt socket shown in the pic on Inpfor. My Bluetti has two input sockets, so I also run the 110v Bluetti charger off the stock 110 inverter that came with the Adventure Package or shore power by simply plugging them in.
The 110v output is basically a 14 gauge extension cord that can plug into Bluetti or the shore powers Y ( pictured next to the Bluetti) for my 110v needs.
Plug and play is the point of the generators.

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Thanks! see below diagram I created.. any input would be appreciated for the shopping list.

 

[MAH]

I think this same (or nearly same) question has been asked a couple times recently. Worth a search for Goal Zero or Bluetti or "solar generator" to see if any of them are useful to you.

The three things you mention are all 12VDC, typically.
1- Install a fuse panel with enough outputs for your usage.
2- Connect the fuse panel to the GZ with adequate cable and a fuse on the GZ end of that cable.
3- Connect the various loads to appropriately sized cables and fuses in the fuse panel.

Here's an example of a fuse panel:
View attachment 165594

Great info. Thanks.

I think this same (or nearly same) question has been asked a couple times recently. Worth a search for Goal Zero or Bluetti or "solar generator" to see if any of them are useful to you.

The three things you mention are all 12VDC, typically.
1- Install a fuse panel with enough outputs for your usage.
2- Connect the fuse panel to the GZ with adequate cable and a fuse on the GZ end of that cable.
3- Connect the various loads to appropriately sized cables and fuses in the fuse panel.

Here's an example of a fuse panel:
View attachment 165594

great info. I created a diagram of

 

[MAH]

All great info.
I bought:
8 puck lights, 12 V, 3W
Blue Sea ST ATO/ATC Fuse Block

What gauge wire should I use to run these in parallel?

ALso any suggestions on a conduit or cover to protect the wire as it runs through behind the walls?

Thanks,
Mark

 

[MAH]

All great info.
I bought:
8 puck lights, 12 V, 3W
Blue Sea ST ATO/ATC Fuse Block

What gauge wire should I use to run these in parallel?

ALso any suggestions on a conduit or cover to protect the wire as it runs through behind the walls?

Thanks,
Mark

Also, what size fuse should I use for these lights?

 

[MAH]

Sure. Move the GZ to the driver's side since that's where the power-source from the van is (off the side of the driver's seat) AND that's where your fridge is. Then just use the 12VDC power cord that comes with the fridge directly into the GZ or pretty much straight off of a fuse-block (it has a built-in fuse, so fuse not technically necessary). Then don't bother with an outlet if you only want one - you'll have it directly in the GZ. Or just run one of these plugged in.

Everything else is pretty low draw and not technically difficult. Put your fuse block on that same driver's side. Run #10 good-quality speaker-wire or SOOW (depending how you want to route it) for the 12VDC outlets in case you pull some power (though #10 isn't enough to run the fridge on a long run - too much voltage drop).

Puck lights, #14 or even #16 or #18 pairs are fine - low power per puck. Pull them back and tie them to each other then into a controller. I like these controllers - you can run multiple controllers with one RF remote (or multiple RF remotes). Or you can run an RGB controller and get three circuits of control for the price of one.

Here's three fuse block alternatives that I have used (only speaking for what I've used):

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Blue Sea Systems 5025 ST Blade Fuse Block - 6 Circuits with Negative Bus and Cover , 3.32'' x 4.89'' : Auxiliary Fuse Block : Sports & Outdoors

Blue Sea Systems 5025 ST Blade Fuse Block - 6 Circuits with Negative Bus and Cover , 3.32'' x 4.89'' : Auxiliary Fuse Block : Sports & Outdoors

www.amazon.com

Amazon.com: WUPP 12 Volt Fuse Block, Waterproof Boat Fuse Panel with LED Warning Indicator Damp-Proof Cover - 6 Circuits with Negative Bus Fuse Box for Car Marine RV Truck DC 12-24V, Fuses Included : Automotive

Buy WUPP 12 Volt Fuse Block, Waterproof Boat Fuse Panel with LED Warning Indicator Damp-Proof Cover - 6 Circuits with Negative Bus Fuse Box for Car Marine RV Truck DC 12-24V, Fuses Included: Fuse Boxes - Amazon.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases

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Also an option to run one of those on the driver's side and another on the passenger side. If you go that route, the smaller ones make plenty of sense.

I'd skip the hard-wired switches and go RF and IR remotes for the fan and the lights. We stick them to the walls with magnets. And then even less need for anything on the passenger side.

Oh... puck lights. These work.

All great info.
I bought:
8 puck lights, 12 V, 3W
Blue Sea ST ATO/ATC Fuse Block

What gauge wire should I use to run these in parallel?
What size fuse amp should I use?

ALso any suggestions on a conduit or cover to protect the wire as it runs through behind the walls?

Thanks,