This off-grid cabin has two 15-W PV panels from Canadian Tire, charging two 12-V car batteries. This system was installed to replace a small diesel generator. The owners realized that going with solar had many advantages over the previous set up, including lower maintenance, lower fuel costs, and being affordable to start with.

The panel and the batteries run lighting and a 12 V pump for the plumbing needs, such as for their shower and sinks. The batteries are hooked up to a 1000 W inverter, which can run additional appliances when needed.
A water heater, fridge and stove are run on propane.





