Essential Van Life Electrical Setup Guide
Complete guide to setting up solar panels, batteries, and inverters for off-grid van life adventures.
Jake Morrison•18 March 2024
15 min readBuild Your DreamCampervan, Motorhome& CaravanAdventure
Everything you need to convert your van, upgrade your motorhome, or enhance your caravan for the perfect mobile basecamp. From solar systems to water tanks, we've tested and reviewed the best gear for your touring adventures.
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89+ productsWater & Plumbing
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76+ productsHeating & Cooling
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Top-rated products tested by touring experts. Build your dream campervan, motorhome, or caravan with confidence using our recommended gear.
Refrigeration
Dometic CFX3 45 Portable Refrigerator
(1847)
£899.99£1,099.99
Power
Renogy 400W Solar Panel Kit
(2156)
£699.99£899.99
Electrical
Victron MultiPlus 12V Inverter
(892)
£1,299.99£1,499.99
Exterior
Fiamma F45S Awning 300cm
(1567)
£1,899.99£2,199.99
Plumbing
Nature's Head Composting Toilet
(743)
£1,099.99£1,299.99
Heating
Diesel Heater 5KW Air System
(1234)
£299.99£399.99
Ventilation
Maxxair Fan 7000K Roof Vent
(2891)
£189.99£229.99
Water System
Truma Combi 6E Water Heater
(567)
£2,499.99£2,799.99
Power Storage
Battle Born 100Ah LiFePO4 Battery
(1456)
£899.99£1,099.99
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