How to install a camping energy storage fan

Should a solar exhaust fan be simple?

However, if you can easily reach the roof of your project, we recommend keeping your exhaust fan as basic as possible. Keeping it simple will last longer, be quieter, and more efficient. Regardless of the solar panels, charge controller, and batteries, we recommend starting your solar exhaust vent system with the Fan-Tastic.

Do I need a new fan for my 12v system?

We recommend getting a higher quality fan above that you hopefully won’t have to replace. We recommend rigid, 100 watt solar panels in the range of 17-19 amps for any RV, Van, or Tiny House system to work with your 12v system.

Can I Run my exhaust fan from a deep cycle battery?

If you already have deep cycle batteries (not your main starter battery) you should have no problem running your exhaust fan from it. You could also put off the solar panels and charge your deep cycle battery off your alternator with a battery isolator (important). This is a good strategy that works great if you are driving daily.

Is maxxfan a good RV fan?

This popular fan for RVs also has excellent reviews. It's a premium, slightly more expensive product with special features for RV living. The Maxxfan Plus has a built in thermostat that let's you program the fan to run when you'll get the most bang for the battery.

Where do you mount a fan on a Sprinter van?

Luckily, we found that the first generation Sprinter vans have a section on the roof, adjacent to the sliding door where a factory fan or passenger AC unit mounts so it was a perfect place to mount the fan without interfering with the ribs or other structural members.

Why do I need multiple fan speeds?

Multiple Fan Speeds allows you to manage your battery reservoir to make sure it will last through the night. It also gives you the opportunity to crank it up and rapidly remove the hot air after the RV or Van has been sitting in the sun for awhile. The 1200 is extremely quiet, barely registering on our decibel (dB) reader.