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Old 08-06-2017, 02:10 PM   #21
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Thank you all for your thoughts and comments. My decision to go with a portable panel seems sound and I see no compelling reason to spend the premium prices for a Zamp unit. Based upon your postings I'll may go with Renogy, or build my own.
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Old 08-06-2017, 02:30 PM   #22
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Yes, Zamp is more expensive. Check this tour of the Zamp factory in Bend, Oregon
Scroll to about 6:15 to see the start of the Zamp tour. I expected Zamp just to purchase complete panels from China then just rivet on some hinges and legs and slap on a controller but they actually make panels from components.

Now that I have 200w of roof solar, soon to be 400w, I removed the Zamp controller and it plugs into the trailer solar system so I can plug the 200w portable in while the trailer is parked in partial or full shade. I have to carry the portables but since I have to carry two folding recliners the Zamp portable tucks in next the them so no big deal. You can see the Zamp case stuffed in with the recliners.

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Unless things have changed since I bought my Zamp, the cells are Bosch.
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