Retirement Redefined: Power Freedom and Adventure with An Outech Off-Grid Caravan Power Upgrade
In our latest caravan power upgrade, Dan guides us through Geoff and Nat’s New Age BIG RED Caravan, explaining why the BMPRO system was replaced and detailing the enhancements needed to create the perfect retirement-ready caravan experience.
We completely removed the entire BMPRO system and replaced it with an advanced Outech OffGrid Power Package!
Now featuring a 620Ah lithium battery bank, 2200W caravan solar, and a 3000W inverter!
As Geoff and Nat embrace retirement, they are excited to embark on new adventures, and their caravan's power setup needs to reflect these significant lifestyle changes. With a vision of traveling off-grid while enjoying the comforts of home, they turned to Outech Offgrid for a tailored solar and battery system. This caravan power upgrade ensures they can power all their essential appliances with the flick of a switch—from air conditioning and coffee machines to induction cooktops, hair dryers, microwaves, and extra fridges—allowing them to charge laptops and more, all from anywhere in Australia. Get ready for a new era of freedom and comfort on the open road!
Geoff and Nat join the #outechpowerupgrade community as we deliver their New Age Caravan - Big Red power system, completing their Forever Retirement Caravan.
Introducing the Premium Caravan Lithium and Solar Charging Outech Power Package, the ultimate power and electrical system designed and installed by Outech OffGrid:
🔋 620 Ah Lifetek RV Custom Lithium Battery:
Ample power to run the caravan, including the air conditioner off the grid, a 3-way fridge via inverter/240V, an induction cooktop, microwave, kettle, coffee machine, and more. Together with a 10-year warranty on the Lifetek Lithium Battery and Outech OffGrid's satisfaction guarantee, our clients are backed by long-term reliability and peace of mind.
☀️ 2200W Caravan Solar Array:
This includes 1600 watts of high-voltage caravan solar panels mounted to the roof and a 600W portable solar panel backup. There is also a separate Anderson input for the portable solar panel, equipped with a solar regulator MPPT to maximize rapid battery recharge. This system is fully integrated and monitored through the Simarine Pico Battery Power System Management touchscreen and app.
New Age Caravans gets an complete 12v power system upgrade completed by electrician Outech OffGrid.
☀️ SmartSolar MPPT Solar Charge Controllers:
Multiple Smart Solar charge controllers are coupled with Outech OffGrid's smart design of the solar array to optimize solar performance.
🔌 3000W/100A 12V Inverter Charger | Enerdrive:
This hardwired inverter powers all 240V GPOs, allowing users to run multiple 240V caravan appliances from the 12V battery system with the flick of a switch. It can run the coffee machine and air conditioner simultaneously while free camping off the grid in comfort!
🔋 Enerdrive DC-DC Battery-to-Battery Charging:
This DCDC charger is optimized with Outech OffGrid's smart design, offering a dual charging option that allows simultaneous battery charging via DCDC and rooftop solar while towing for rapid battery recharge.
📊 Simarine Pico Battery Management & Monitoring:
This advanced system allows clients to monitor battery performance, solar input, DC and AC charging, and onboard loads in real-time, delivering user autonomy and instilling confidence in their system experience.
📊 Simarine Water and Grey Tank Monitoring:
This feature provides valuable information for managing resources effectively while off-grid, eliminating guesswork.
🔋🖥️ Simarine Pico Battery Management & Monitoring with Touch Screen:
Fully integrated and programmed for comprehensive communication and user-friendly monitoring via a remote touchscreen and app. This enhances the Outech OffGrid Unlimited Technical Support Package, giving clients direct access to support hotlines even from the most remote off-grid locations.
BIG RED EXTRAS!
Caravan Accessories:
✅ CaraFan Dust Extraction System - Re-cable to drawbar and modify the CaraFan.
✅ Installed Blue Anderson Plug.
✅ Installed additional 240V socket outlets.
✅ Installed 2 soft starters for 2 air conditioners.
✅ Upgraded 12V switching throughout.
✅ Installed thermostat-controlled fridge ventilation system and extra cooling fans.
✅ Installed awning lighting with dual colors for bug deterrent - orange and white lights with integrated switching.
Want to know more? We have you covered:
📺 Outech OFFGrid YouTube Channel
📚 Outech OFFGrid YouTube Playlist
📝 Outech Blogs: outech.com.au/blog
New Age Caravans 🔗 newagecaravans.com.au
Outech 🔗 outech.com.au
Victron 🔗 victron.com
LifeTek 🔗 lifetek.com.au
Enerdrive 🔗 lifetek.com.au
Outech Offgrid - When MORE than standard matters:
✅ Installation by qualified electricians with over 20 years of off-grid power generation experience.
✅ 240V fully integrated (power at all GPOs) by qualified electricians.
✅ 12V installation by the same qualified electrician who handles the 240V work.
✅ Unlimited lifetime technical support.
✅ Warranty on installation.
✅ 5-year manufacturer warranty on electrical components.
✅ 10-year warranty on recommended RV lithium batteries.
✅ Compliant with AS/NZS3001.2:2022.
✅ Electrical safety certificate.
🥇 OUTECH OFFGRID - GETTING IT RIGHT THE FIRST TIME! 🥇
🔌 NO HIDDEN COSTS 🔌
⚡ 240V electrical works – Electrical Contractor’s License.
Design and installation of 12V and 240V electrical systems are completed in-house by our qualified electricians. We deliver a seamless solution with one quote inclusive of 240V installation and hardwiring. ⚡
Perfect for those who need an experienced qualified electrician to get it RIGHT the FIRST time.
📱 Contact Us Today!
We specialise in calculating your caravan's power needs, helping you determine the exact number of solar panels for your caravan and the ideal size of your RV lithium battery bank to meet your power consumption requirements. Ensure your off-grid camping experience is efficient and reliable with our expert guidance on caravan solar solutions!
Dan Blackford - Outech OffGrid Power Solutions
✅ Licensed Electrician | Qualified 12V and 240V Electrician
✍️ Qualified Electrician ✍️ EC14408 | MRB9303
✅ Compliant with AS/NZS3001.2:2022 ✅ Electrical safety certificate issued by Outech Electrical Contractors License (not outsourced), EC14408.