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Fixed panels mounted, sealed and wired into a properly sized regulator.
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Solar & off-grid upgrades for Tassie touring
Solar panels, regulators, battery upgrades and DC-DC charging systems sized for real Tasmanian off-grid travel — installed at your driveway across Greater Hobart.
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Caravan Solar & Off-Grid Upgrades in Hobart
Tasmania has some of the best free camping in the country — but only if your van's power system can keep up. Undersized solar and old lead-acid batteries turn a five-night stay into a two-night one.
We design and install solar and off-grid upgrades that actually work in Tasmanian conditions: shorter winter days, overcast weather and cold-weather battery performance all built into the sizing.
What's included
Every solar & off-grid upgrades job covers
Portable solar
Anderson-plug inputs for portable panels when you can't park in the sun.
MPPT regulators
Correctly sized MPPT regulators for maximum charge in low-light conditions.
Battery upgrades
AGM or lithium battery packs sized to your real usage and storage.
DC-DC chargers
Redarc, Victron and similar chargers wired for solar and alternator input.
Monitoring
Battery monitors so you always know your true state of charge.
Why it matters
Why this service is worth doing properly
- Winter sun in Tasmania is a fraction of summer sun — systems sized for Queensland don't cut it here.
- Lithium batteries can more than double your usable capacity for the same weight and space.
- A DC-DC charger protects your battery and gets a proper charge on short driving days.
New customers
Free quote + $50 off your first service
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FAQs
Solar & Off-Grid Upgrades — your questions
How much solar do I need on my caravan?+
It depends on your fridge, lights, water pump and how long you camp off-grid. As a rough guide, most weekenders are happy with 200–300W; extended off-grid touring usually needs 400W+ plus lithium storage.
Should I upgrade to lithium?+
Lithium gives you roughly double the usable capacity of AGM for the same weight, and lasts 3–5 times longer. It's a big-ticket upgrade, but usually the right one if you camp off-grid regularly.
Can you install solar without drilling roof holes?+
Sometimes — using adhesive mounts on suitable panels. Most fixed installs still need bolts through the roof, correctly sealed.
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