“Watts are calculated by multiplying volts times amps,” Ronnie told the audience. Ronnie offered an equation for converting energy usage to watts and identified devices and appliances that tend to drink lots of juice. We determine how many watts that's going to require, and then we put enough solar and enough battery bank in place so the customer can use those items.” “People give us an idea of what they want to be able to run. “My business is based on energy audits,” said Ronnie. The data can also help you manage your energy reserves while boondocking. Knowing how much electricity you consume is key to determining how much solar power and battery capacity you need. The energy audit, which estimates how much electricity you need to power your Airstream lifestyle, was a centerpiece of the presentation. The gurus were Airstream VP of Product Development and Engineering McKay Featherstone and Airstream Ambassador Ronnie Dennis, who has a business installing solar panels and lithium batteries on Airstream products.
In a recent episode of the hit livestream Ask an Airstreamer, two experts offered a deep dive into all things electrical, from the difference between AC and DC to battery maintenance to assessing your power usage to the ins and outs of solar power.
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So, it’s not a bad idea to understand how to get the most from your Airstream’s electrical system and the options for expanding its capabilities. Whether you are parked in a campground, or nestled in a remote canyon on BLM land, free-flowing juice makes outdoor life just that much better. What powers an Airstream adventure? Passion, curiosity- and electricity.
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