185W Solar + 18A DC-DC (12V)
A streamlined starter 12V setup focused on efficient charging and essential off-grid capability without heavy AC demand.
Best for: Entry-level builds and lighter electrical loads.
What's Included
- 185W solar panel package
- 18A DC-DC charger
- Core battery charging and protection components
- Essential wiring components
Optional Upgrades
- Inverter add-on options
- Battery capacity expansion
- Additional solar input
What This System Can Power
- Essential 12V loads: fridge, LED lighting, and water pump.
- Phones, tablets, and occasional laptop/device charging.
- Efficient day-to-day touring loads without heavy AC demand.
- A practical starter setup for simple off-grid routines.
How Long Off-Grid + Trip Fit
Estimated runtime: ~1-2 days in fair conditions (shorter in poor solar conditions)
Suitable Trips
- Short trips and entry-level off-grid weekends.
- Travel styles with mostly 12V appliances and conservative usage.
- Builds that can recharge regularly via driving or campsite stops.
Assumptions
- Typical loads: compressor fridge, LED lights, device charging, and water pump.
- No continuous high-draw electric heating, air-conditioning, or induction cooking.
- Runtime varies by battery size, season, solar yield, and driving/charging pattern.
- Exact result should be confirmed in the builder.
These are conservative planning estimates, not guarantees. Real-world runtime depends on your setup and usage profile.
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Brilliant service from start to finish. The calculator made designing my 12V system so easy and the wiring diagram was spot on.
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Top quality Victron components and the system designer saved me hours of research. Installed everything in a weekend with the wiring diagram.
We had no idea where to start with our van electrics. The calculator worked out exactly what we needed and the team answered all our questions.
Second time ordering from Vunked. Upgraded to a 24V system and the whole process was seamless. Can't recommend enough!
Brilliant service from start to finish. The calculator made designing my 12V system so easy and the wiring diagram was spot on.
Was dreading the electrics for our Sprinter build but Vunked made it completely painless. Everything arrived well packaged and the support team were super helpful.
Top quality Victron components and the system designer saved me hours of research. Installed everything in a weekend with the wiring diagram.
We had no idea where to start with our van electrics. The calculator worked out exactly what we needed and the team answered all our questions.
Second time ordering from Vunked. Upgraded to a 24V system and the whole process was seamless. Can't recommend enough!
The off-grid calculator is genius. We now know exactly how long we can last off-grid based on our actual appliances. Amazing tool.
Fast delivery and everything was exactly as described. The personalised wiring diagram made installation straightforward even for a beginner.
Fantastic experience. The system configurator is so intuitive and the customer service is outstanding. Our T6 is now fully kitted out!
Great products and really helpful team. The solar calculation tool helped us work out exactly how many panels we needed for our trips to Scotland.
Could not have done our van conversion without Vunked. The complete system arrived within days and the install guide was crystal clear.
The off-grid calculator is genius. We now know exactly how long we can last off-grid based on our actual appliances. Amazing tool.
Fast delivery and everything was exactly as described. The personalised wiring diagram made installation straightforward even for a beginner.
Fantastic experience. The system configurator is so intuitive and the customer service is outstanding. Our T6 is now fully kitted out!
Great products and really helpful team. The solar calculation tool helped us work out exactly how many panels we needed for our trips to Scotland.
Could not have done our van conversion without Vunked. The complete system arrived within days and the install guide was crystal clear.