pessimist
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I'm shortly fitting solar panels (3x80 watt) to the new boat. They will be wired in parallel (shading considerations) and the the plan is to have two junction boxes on deck with 2 single wires running down to the controller. I will have a run of 4-5 metres to the controller which I think means 10mm wire. I'm looking for suitable junction boxes and also the connectors to go in them - I know what the experts think of choc blocks, but what's the best alternative. I have ratchet crimpers so bus bars with ring stud terminals would be feasible, but perhaps overkill? The junction boxes will be in a reasonably sheltered position (behind/under a windscreen) so would a box from screwfix be o.k. or is there a better alternative?
Any advice welcome.
Thanks
Any advice welcome.
Thanks