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Unhappy with the options available to us at the time we were looking, we decide to build our own solar suitcase. Using 2 100 watt Renogy panels, a Victron MPPT 100 / 30 solar charge controller, aluminum square tubing, flat stock and angle purchased from the hardware store to make the frame, we saved ourselves a few hundred dollars and have a suitcase with an upgraded charge controller with room for expansion.

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.25" pop rivets
Stainless steel or rust proof hinges x 2
.25" stainless steel screws x 2
.25" stainless steel washers x 2
.25" stainless steel lock nuts x 2
.25" plastic washers x 2
14 gauge 50' extention cord
Aligator clips
OR
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Circuit breaker (goes on the positive side of the battery to quick disconnect positive): https://amzn.to/2RHTOw2

(You may be able to source the hardware cheaper locally, we've included as many links as possible for your convenience.)

The video I reference that discusses connecting in series vs. parallel    • DIY Portable Solar  2:  Folding 100 ...  

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