Name: What It Takes - Critical Electrical Components for a DIY Camper Van
Uploaded: 2023-03-26T14:00:02+00:00
Duration: 6 min 45 s
Description: In episode 16 of our Van Build Series, we give you an overview of the electrical system in our van. We cover what we have and why to help meet the demand of our needs. We're super stoked to be a membe

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In episode 16 of our Van Build Series, we give you an overview of the electrical system in our van. We cover what we have and why to help meet the demand of our needs.

We're super stoked to be a member of the Battle Born Family! Thank you @battlebornbatteries for sponsoring today's video and our rig!
Get your electrical components at Battle Born Batteries: https://tinyurl.com/3uej5x8f

Electrical Component List Found at Battle Born - https://tinyurl.com/3uej5x8f
* Two - 270ah Gamechanger 3.0 Battle Born Batteries
* Victron 3000 Watt Multiplus Inverter/Charger
* Victron 150/60 Solar Charge Controller
* Victron Lynx Distributor
* Victron Smart Shunt
* Victron Cerbo GX
* Victron GX Touch 50
* Li-BIM 225

Other Electrical Components:
* Walkable Solar: https://www.custommarineproducts.com/van-solar-panels.html?ref=v_VDBA7_R7Y-zV
* Solar Breaker: https://amzn.to/40yIrK1
* Paneltronics AC Distribution Panel: https://amzn.to/3jWO70V
* Progressive Dynamics Fuse Block: https://amzn.to/42RxAgv
* Master Switch: https://amzn.to/3LM8KZ1

Fuses - NOTE - Lynx Distributor uses Mega Fuses, NOT ANL Fuses
* 300 Amp ANL Fuse for Batteries: https://amzn.to/3lJ0tL2
* 250 Amp Mega Fuse for Alternator Charging: https://amzn.to/40d8KFP
* 300 Amp Mega Fuse for Inverter: https://amzn.to/3nb0QOC
* 100 Amp Mega Fuse for 12v Fuse Panel: https://amzn.to/42CUTdG
* 60 Amp Mega Fuse for Solar: https://amzn.to/3nim0KP

Wiring:
* 12/2 Marine Grade Stranded Wire: https://amzn.to/3L21Ej1
* 14/2 AWG Marine Grade Duplex: https://amzn.to/3XscIZf
* 10/3 Marine Grade Stranded Wire: https://amzn.to/3Z8FSO1
* 12/3 Marine Grade Stranded Wire: https://amzn.to/3LM7h4X
* 14/3 Marine Grade Stranded Wire: https://amzn.to/40BQiq6
* 2/0 Stranded Wire - for Alternator Charger: https://amzn.to/3YayuRF
* 4/0 Stranded Wire - Between Batteries, Inverter, Busbar: https://amzn.to/3FPqpeA

Other Components of the Van:
* Orion Roof Rack: https://orionvangear.com/?ref=a2DIATBU
* Walkable Solar Panels: https://www.custommarineproducts.com/van-solar-panels.html?ref=v_VDBA7_R7Y-zV
* OGO Composting Toilet - Use code motm_50 for $50 Off - https://ogotoilet.com?ref=mathersonthemap
* Velit 12 Volt Air Conditioner - Use code MOTM50 for $50 Off Your Order at https://velitcamping.com/
* Swivel Seat: https://alpinemechanisms.com/
* CarPlay Display Screen: https://4x4shop.ca/product/2019-mercedes-benz-sprinter-van-original-oem-fit-replacement-10-25%E2%80%B3-android-screen-gps-wifi-bt-a2dp-usb-multimedia/
* Windows: https://www.vanwindowsdirect.com
* Running Boards (Not The Same Ones): https://amzn.to/3UWWl5X
* Wheel Well Water Tank: https://www.nwconversions.com/product/36-gallon-water-tank-sp-c-36/