Understanding Rv Electrical Systems

One rv two electrical systems.

Understanding rv electrical systems.

If there is one thing that separates rving from traditional camping it s the comfort of electricity. After all your rig s fancy wiring is what powers all the creature comforts that make traveling in this way so attractive like your microwave or your air conditioning unit or your coffee maker. Final thoughts on understanding your rv electrical system. We have packed a lot of technical information in this post but tried to keep it as understandable as possible.

Whether it is from a generator solar panels or rv hookups electricity gives you the creature comforts that you get at home it s important that you know all the different electrical systems and what systems would be the most beneficial for your travels. But having a thorough understanding of your rv s electrical system is important. We are primarily concerned with the 12 volt dc and 120 volt ac coach systems. The electrical system in your rv can seem complex and confusing until you have a basic understanding of how it works.

Your rv actually has three separate electrical systems. It has a 12 volt dc automotive system a 12 volt dc coach system and a 120 volt ac coach system. The 12 volt system is powered by a battery or in some cases multiple batteries and it powers things such as the start up on your water heater furnace and refrigerator plus most of the lights in your rv s living space your water pump your carbon. Tim gives you a basic understanding of the electrical system in your rv.

Your rv has two separate electrical systems. It might not be as exciting as poring over your road maps or travel journal busily planning your next destination.