The diagram below shows a typical campervan electrical system including integrated safety features. Shakeproof washers important.
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Campervan electrical diagram. Mains consumer unit with rcd and breakers. Having an efficient electrical power system aboard your campervan is an essential part of what that turns a van into a campervan. The diagram above outlines in the most simplistic terms my camper van electrical design. This is for reference only and should not be copied directly as there are many factors which need to be considered when designing your own system. In its simplest form a campervan electrical system isnt really complicated. Modern off the grid vans normally charge with solar power alternator shore power and can power 12v dc 120v ac loads.
We were learning a lot about circuits and electrical systems but we were also overwhelmed by all the new knowledge coming at us from all directions. We longed for a resource that told us. Using the formula explained here i calculated id need about 80 amp hours ah per day including contingency. For example whether you need power for gadgets lighting a tv or for the internal fan on a diesel night heater having an efficient electrical system is a necessity. Electrical is such a vital part of any van build and we wanted to get it right. Click here to download my complete electrical diagram pdf.
I wire brushed the grounding point to get a nice electrical contact. Connect it like this. It includes a battery bank loads and charge sources. My promaster camper van miles has an extensive electrical system including the ability to charge the house battery bank with the alternator when the van is running solar or via the invertercharger when plugged into shore power. Assuming the batteries are 50 efficient id need to fit 160ah batteries. Here is the latest picture of the electronics.
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