You may easily make your camper ready for off-grid activities by using the accompanying diagrams.

The schematics below cover a wide range of applications, including OEM RV retrofits as well as DIY campers built from the ground up.

The high-end schematics that follow mostly make use of Victron Energy Components and Battle Born Lithium Batteries.

Depending on the amount of roof space you have available, the size of the solar array is highly customizable.

View them and post any comments or questions in the space provided below.

#1. 3000w INVERTER | 400-600Ah | 400 TO 1200W SOLAR -CAMPER SOLAR KIT

This schematic and components list are ideal for campervan, skooly, or adventure vehicle electrical installations from scratch.

The systems that don’t already have an established home electrical system are the ones that this system is most suited for.

This Illustration Includes:

  • Inverter charger 3000W
  • Storage Capacity for Batteries with 400+ Amp Hours
  • 400W–1200W Solar Array Power Range
  • Charge from an alternator
  • Passthrough for shore power charging

#2. 2000w INVERTER | 200-400Ah Lithium | 200 TO 700W SOLAR Camper Wiring Diagram

This schematic and components list are ideal for campervan, skooly, or adventure vehicle electrical installations from scratch.

The systems that don’t already have an established home electrical system are the ones that this system is most suited for.

This Illustration Includes:

  • Inverter Charger 2000W
  • Storage Capacity for Batteries with 200+ Amp Hours
  • Solar Array Capacity: 200W–700W
  • Charge from an alternator
  • Passthrough for shore power charging

#3. 30A OEM RV Solar Retrofit Wiring Diagram

This schematic and materials list are ideal for installing solar power and an updated inverter into an OEM RV that was built at the factory and has a 30A shore power.

The systems that don’t already have an established home electrical system are the ones that this system is most suited for.

This Illustration Includes:

  • Inverter charger 3000W
  • Storage Capacity for Batteries with 400+ Amp Hours
  • 400W–1200W Solar Array Power Range (Optional)
  • Charge from an alternator (Optional)
  • Passthrough for shore power charging

#4. 50A OEM RV Solar Retrofit Wiring Diagram

This schematic and components list are ideal for installing solar power and an updated inverter into an OEM RV with 50A shore power that was built at the factory.

This solution is best suited for homes that already have an established electrical system.

This Illustration Includes:

  • Inverter charger 3000W
  • Storage Capacity for Batteries with 400+ Amp Hours
  • 400W–1200W Solar Array Power Range (Optional)
  • Charge from an alternator (Optional)
  • Passthrough for shore power charging

#5. 24V – 6000W – 120V/240V Split Phase Camper Solar Wiring Diagram

This diagram is intended for customers that have high power requirements for 120V/240V split phase, up to 3000w each leg.

The wiring of several solar arrays via various charge controllers and into the Lynx Distributor is also shown in this figure.

Additionally, this figure shows complete system monitoring using the Victron GX product range.

This Illustration Includes:

  • Dual 3000W Inverter Chargers for Split Phase 120V/240V
  • Storage Capacity for Batteries with 600+ Amp Hours (12V Battery Bank)
  • 5800W or More of Solar (expandable at a rate of 2900W per charge controller)
  • Charge rate of the alternator is 100A. (optional)
  • Passthrough for shore power charging

#6. Budget Friendly 2000w Inverter | 200-400Ah Lithium | 200W-520W Solar Camper Wiring Diagram

This schematic and components list are ideal for campervan, school bus, or adventure vehicle electrical installations from scratch.

The systems that don’t already have an established home electrical system are the ones that this system is most suited for.

This schematic employs high-performance wires, fuses, and fuse holders but more affordable parts like Renogy, Aims, Kisae, or comparable ones instead.

This Illustration Includes:

  • Inverter Charger 2000W
  • Storage Capacity for Batteries with 200+ Amp Hours
  • Solar Array Capacity: 200W–520W
  • Charge from an alternator
  • Passthrough for shore power charging

#7. 12V Camper Branch Circuit Guidebook

This wiring diagram serves as a comprehensive manual for all 12V branch circuits, including those for fans, 12V outlets, USB outlets, and 12V refrigerators, among other equipment that are often used in DIY campers.

#8. 120v Branch Circuits Wiring Diagram

This wiring schematic displays a typical 6-circuit 120V branch circuit wiring layout that is often used in DIY campers for high-wattage equipment like air conditioners, water heaters, and 120V outlets.

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Written by Bob Matsuoka
Bob Matsuoka is a blogger and founder of RVing Beginner blog. He has been blogging for over five years, writing about his own family’s RV adventures, tips for people who are interested in buying an RV or taking their family on an adventure by RV.