excellent video, has answered alot of questions. im fitting a renogy 2000w inverter (only,no charger). Will investigate if its centre tapped. many thanks for putting this out 👍

@vandercampadventures

20 күн бұрын

Hey Garry, thanks for the comment and kind words. The Renogy inverter (none charger) is also centre-tapped. The AC output is similar to what's explained in the video. I have a detailed wiring diagram to show how to wire an RCD to the inverter. It will be available on the website this week. I'll keep you updated. Here is the link to the webpage - www.vandercampadventures.com/renogy-inverter-charger-installation/ Give me a shout if you need any assistance. Regards, Jolly

I've searched everywhere to have the (240V) circut breaker/rcd setup made clear on my 3000w renogy inverter charger. Thankyou for a very comprehensive clear and thorough explaination. Like others its been sitting around being one of those things I wanted to upgrade on my rv but wanted more backgrounding on. You've given me this. Cheers Tim

@vandercampadventures

2 ай бұрын

Hey Tim, thank you for the comment and kind words. It's reassuring to know the video is helpful. Regards, Jolly

Amazing video, thank you Jolly. I've had this inverter sat in the parts pile for nearly a year waiting to get the time to fit it and you've just saved me a whole load of heartache figuring that all out. Thank you again.

@vandercampadventures

3 ай бұрын

Hey James, Thanks for the kind words. It's nice to hear i've saved heartache. However, you'e got no excuses about getting it installed now you know what your doing ;). Good luck and give me a shout if you need any help. Regards, Jolly

Thanks Jolly, it took me a few viewings to get my head around it, fitted it today and I have tested the 12v inverter side only so far but no issues, thanks for posting your videos, they really do help,

@vandercampadventures

3 ай бұрын

Hey Darren, thank you for the comment and kind words. It's reassuring to know the information is helpful. Good luck with the rest of the install and don't hesitate to shout me if you need assistance 👍. Regards, Jolly

Great follow-up video (the one I've been waiting for). As a layman I will be copying your method as I have just about got my head around it, thanks to the way you explain it in a way a layperson like myself can understand. Kind of wishing I bought the victron multiplus ll now, but I have the renogy 3000w inverter charger so I will run with it set up the way you laid it out. Again, great info, well laid out and well presented. I for one am extremely grateful you take the time and the trouble to help layfolk like myself with videos like this 👍

@vandercampadventures

3 ай бұрын

Hey LincolnDave, Thank you so much for your kind words and honest feedback, it really helps me out. Sorry for the lengthy delay in publishing it. If the video helps a handful of folks ill be happy. Good luck with the install and please shout me if you need assistance. Regards, Jolly

WOW. Thanks for this. A lot to take in for sure, but you've done an excellent job of making it understandable! Guess I'll not be using the switchless CBE style sockets. Just ordered that magic box to do the selective bonding. Thank you for the effort to make this video, it's going to help out a lot of folks! Pete

@vandercampadventures

3 ай бұрын

Hey Pete, Thank you so much for your feedback and kind words. I've taken some much needed rest after finishing this video haha. Let me know how you get on installing the contactor and please don't hesitate to ask if you need any assistance. Regards, Jolly

I am in Canada.Thank you for this information.

@vandercampadventures

Ай бұрын

Hey Trevor, thank you for the comment. I hope the information was useful even though it's based on a UK specification. I'm currently building my knowledge of the US and Canadian electrical regulations and working on wiring diagrams. See my consultancy page for more information (link in the description). Regards, Jolly

Best information to resolve the issue of floating neutral inverters that I’ve seen, and I’ve watched many. I’m currently looking for a 120V, 4-pole connector relay that will do the same as Jolly’s 230V connector. I’ll follow Jolly’s video to get the wiring right, hopefully the first time. Thank you Jolly!

@vandercampadventures

3 ай бұрын

Hey there, thank you for taking the time to leave a comment. Your kind words mean a lot to me and make all the effort I put into creating the video worth it. I apologize for not being able to source a contactor for 120v. You should be able to find a similar model that meets your needs. Ensure the contactor has at least two normally open (NO) contacts and one normally closed (NC) contact. Typically, they come with four poles, so you should look for two NO and two NC contacts. Also, ensure that the amp rating is sufficient to carry the current for the inverter. If you have any further questions or need additional help, please don't hesitate to contact me. Best regards, Jolly

@calltopurpose3788

3 ай бұрын

Thanks. That helps a lot. Do you still plan to post your wiring diagram on your blog? If not, I think I can figure it out from your video. Thanks again! @@vandercampadventures

@vandercampadventures

3 ай бұрын

Yes, I'm currently working on it 👍. It will be available in a few weeks time. I'll also create a PDF download so you can access it offline. Regards, Jolly

Awesome video very informative

@vandercampadventures

Ай бұрын

Thanks Aaron 👍

Thank you for a comprensive explanation why neutral to earth is needed for correct RCD operation with an inverter. A more expensive inverter charger from Victron, a Victron Multiplus, has the bonding relay/contactor built in, thus a much easier install. All the Renogy inverters and Inverter chargers on sale in the UK, for permanent instalation, 😢😊 are center tap design and where installed in a application with distributed multiple outputs sockets and metal cased appliances, are inherently unsafe unless a RCD is fitted with an additional bonding relay/contactor as shown in the video. 😢

@vandercampadventures

Ай бұрын

Hey Michael, thanks for the comment 👍

This is exactly what I need!! Thanks for the video! Would you mind giving me a link for the contactor please?

@vandercampadventures

3 ай бұрын

Hey @Jessabelle99, Thank you, and you are welcome. See the 'Materials' section in the description for the contactor link. Let me know if you need any assistance 👍. Regards, Jolly 🤘

Really well explained video, gave me the confidence to wire up my 2000w renogy inverter/charger, just plug in the socket tester and getting 1 red light - open ground, switched off and checked earth continuity right through from socket to chassis.... Any ideas as to why I would get open ground from the tester?

@vandercampadventures

3 ай бұрын

Hey Andy, Thanks for the comment, i'm chuffed the video has helped you out. Please drop me an e-mail Andy at jolly@vandercampadventures.com and i'll help your rectify the open ground issue. Regards, Jolly

Hey Jolly, thanks very much for the informative video, I had a mare going through all the sockets, checking through all the wiring, trying to figure out where the neutral and live had been switched 😂 Out of interest, could the sockets just be run off one MCB on a radial circuit rather than having an individual MCB for each one?

@vandercampadventures

8 күн бұрын

Hey, thanks so much for your comment and kind words. Yes, you can install more than one socket on a radial circuit. The important things to consider are: - The radial circuit cable must be able to carry the current of the total load of the sockets. - The MCB must be suitably sized to protect the cable. Regards, Jolly

Excellent video and have subscribed! very informative although I am now in panic mode! Has this issue been addressed yet? V3 p14 of the manual states it has the auto switching. Just got mine 2 weeks ago and if it is still not fitted then I am not sure what I will do for my son and his young families house boat installation. Trying to save every penny we can and had heard good things about Renogy (other than slow customer service) which is why we have invested in a DCDC charger, MPPT and the inverter together with 2 x 200Ah lifeP04. Not exactly cheap but cheaper than Victron and hopefully up to the task. Worst case I guess I could look at the relay option although then we start getting in to galvanic isolators etc and my head explodes! Keep up the great work and again, awesome video.

@vandercampadventures

3 ай бұрын

Hey, thank you so much for the comment and kind words 👍. The N-E automatic switching isn't installed on the Renogy inverter chargers. I have spoken to Renogy but they can't confirm if the automatic switch will be incorporated in the future. This information was removed from the manual so isn't in the newer versions. Out of interest, what manual version did you get with the inverter charger? V3.0 online doesn't include the automatic N-E bond switching. We've been using Renogy for 6ish years now, 2 years with our current camper and they perform really well and we've never had any issues. Customer service cancelled be slow but they've always replied to me. Good luck with the install. Please shout me if you need any further assistance 👍. Regards, Jolly

Thank you for explaining what wires u used n where they connected. We got our kit from renogy but they dOnt tell us how to connwct the fuse in the instructions

@vandercampadventures

Ай бұрын

Thank you for the comment and kind words. The Renogy manual only covers the unit itself, not installation side. I can provide installation help, RCD wiring and wiring diagrams if you need, get in touch with me here - vandercampadventures.com/renogy-inverter-charger-installation/ Regards, Jolly

Thanks so much for taking the time to make this video, it’s something I have been looking for for a long while. I do have a question though - when there are essentially two ‘lives’, I am struggling to understand how the NE bond is different to a live to Earth fault. I.e. the LE fault leaves the earth carrying 115v, but the NE bond leaves the earth at 0v?

@vandercampadventures

Ай бұрын

Hey Courtney, Thank you for the comment and kind words. Your question is explained in detail in the video, have you watched it entirely?

Nice one Jolly! Exactly the information I’ve been looking for! I do have one question tho with the contactor. Im looking at the Heschen 63a 4 pole but I have the option of normally open or normally closed. What one should I be getting? Thanks mate

@vandercampadventures

Ай бұрын

Hey Tony, thank you for the comment and your kind words. The link to the contactor used in the video is here - amzn.to/3Iwk9JS. It can also be found in the video description. The contactor is 4-pole with 2x NO and 2x NC contacts. If required, I can provide a detailed wiring diagram for the RCD contactor setup and support. Please see here for more information - vandercampadventures.com/renogy-inverter-charger-installation/#our-services If you need anything else, give me a shout Regards, Jolly

@tonylambrou139

Ай бұрын

@@vandercampadventures thanks Jolly! Just ordered it. 👍🏻 I’m not sure if you would know but I’m struggling to find a video on this.. I decided to get an Automatic Transfer Switch instead of a rotary selector switch. Do you know if this would be installed in between the RCD and the contactor, or after the contactor? I know the inverter has a bypass mode but we didn’t want to be limited by the inverter when on hook up. So decided to get a ATS to auto switch over when hook up is on. Thanks again mate! You’re a legend!

Best review and guidance of the install i have found. Thankyou... It made it very easy to research correct RCDs and circuit breakers. One thing ive seen on the circuit breakers is the rated short circuit breaking capacity, Some are 6 KA some 4 some 10. What would you recommend?

@vandercampadventures

2 ай бұрын

Hey Adam, thank you so much for the comment and kind words. It's reassuring to know it's helped you out. Ideally a short circuit current test should be performed at the mains hook-up to determine the size you need. However, this is impractical. Therefore, I would recommend 6KA. 6KA is typically used for domestic installations and 10KA is typically used for industrial installations. The KA value is how much short circuit current the CB can withstand. Hope that helps 👍. I now offer 1-1 assistance with installing and setting up the Inverter Charger so give me a shout if you need anything 👍. Regards, Jolly

A great video, I am currently in the same situation. Do you have a wiring diagram for the Contactor? I am assuming that a relay would serve the same function?

@vandercampadventures

Ай бұрын

Hey, thanks for the comment. I'm in the process of drawing up a schematic diagram for the RCD contactor. The drawing will be available here - vandercampadventures.com/renogy-inverter-charger-installation/ A relay can be used instead of the contactor. However, relays are generally used for low current purposes (switching and signals). Whereas, contactors are designed to handle higher current circuits. Regards, Jolly

Hi , Excellent video. I have virtually the same setup, though not installed yet. My question is, can the two DB's be combined into one? Thanks Mark

@vandercampadventures

3 ай бұрын

Hey Mark, thank you for the comment. Which two DB's do you mean? Regards, Jolly

@MarkBerry-de4bl

3 ай бұрын

Hi, sorry for confusion, I meant fuseboard1 and fuseboard2 into one enclosure. Thanks@@vandercampadventures

@vandercampadventures

3 ай бұрын

No worries. Yes you can incorporate them into one fuseboards. However, you must have a label stating 'dual supply' because the fuseboards will have 2 power supplies 👍. Regards, Jolly

Did you find out how to turn off the annoying noise surely the manufactures realise that’s a really annoying noise and everybody must hat it when I turn the unit on and squeals for a whole minute, that’s really annoys me. I’ll end up taking it apart and taking the buzzer out. is there a fuse in the unit on the heavy current side You give good information really well explained.

@vandercampadventures

2 ай бұрын

Hey Mart, Thanks for the comment and kind words! The button noise is the only sound that can be turned off via the settings. The 'unit on' buzzer cannot be turned off, unfortunately. The buzzer also acts as the warning alarm so I wouldn't recommend taking it out. Regards, Jolly

Hey up.. this is absolutely brilliant. Well presented and great understanding..content like this is very valuable even for us who will engage a sparky but it's nice to know why and how it works. I'm currently deciding spend extra on victron or enerdrive inverter (in OZ) which have built on RCD and neutrla earth bond, or go RENOGY inverter charger 3000w at a quarter of the price. ..My question. In Oz some say use and RCD AND RVD combined. But is your additional switch the same as just putting in a manual change over switch for shore power to inverter power do the same thing? To add more into the mix would I need a 3 position change over switch if I wanted to run between shore power/inverter power/petrol generator?? This is my dilemma picking the correct inverter and correct switching method for 240v. This would make another great video.

@vandercampadventures

8 күн бұрын

Hey Gavin, thank you so much for the comment and positive support, it means a lot to know were helping. We swear by and highly recommend the Renogy inverter charger because of it's high quality at an affordable price compared to the competitors. Also, the lack of a N-E bond and RCD can put people off but i have designed a way to install an RCD with an addition of a N-E bond - I have a detailed wiring diagram for this. RCD & RVD - An RCD must be installed and an RVD is not required by regulations. However, an RVD can be installed with an RCD for additional protection. Additional Switch - The contactor and N-E bond setup in the video is not the same as a bypass switch. The contactor is designed to introduce a N-E bond when the AC output power is supplied from the inverter (not on hook-up). This N-E bond is required to ensure an RCD will function on the AC output and protect you. Changeover Switch - A changeover switch can be installed to bypass the inverter. However, in my opinion, a changeover switch is not necessary because the inverter has a built in bypass switch that will automatically bypass the inverter when it senses an AC input. There is a lot more to cover in this topic so would agree that this would make a great KZread video. Ide be more than happy to go into more detail and work with you to find the best solution for you. I can also design detailed wiring diagrams to suit your setup. However, i do charge for consultations, support and wiring diagrams. Please drop me an e-mail if your interested, at jolly@vandercampadventures.com. Regards, Jolly

@gavinfisher8049

8 күн бұрын

Thanks jolly. Watching the video are we concluding if ALL your 230-240v sockets are double pole, that's Means there is no need for a contactor switch ? Secondly, if there is no need for a change over switch from battery power to inverter power, how would this work if you plug in a generator into the external 15amp into the caravan? No need for may change over switch in that regard? I will run the 3000w RENOGY inverter as it's $400AU and already have a lithium charger,.so the weight of the inverter charger and the fact it's no earth bond anyway seems better option to run separate 240v charger imo. 3. Do you run battery to chassis ground or buss bar or shunt to chassis ground?

Fantastic informative and thoughtful videos which should be receiving revenue from Renogy for doing their job for them. I'm going to be fitting the 3000W inverter soon and this has helped greatly, thanks. I'm planning on running a camping induction hob from it, so I need to be attentive to every detail as I'll be drawing a fair old wattage from it. Can I just ask, when you are using 240v sockets in the van, does everything go through your inverter circuit regardless of whether you are on shore power or not? Meaning, does your inverter always have to be switched on to enable the bypass to operate? Or do you have independent shore power sockets that would allow you to disable the inverter? Cheers

@vandercampadventures

3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the comment and your kind words, it's nice to know the info has helped you out. All our 230v sockets are powered via the inverter so we need the inverter on to use them. We only switch it on when we need 230v power as we don't need it all day 👍. Let me know if you need any more help or assistance 👍. Regards, Jolly

I have just bought the 230v 2kw inverter charger direct from Renogy and the manual supplied was still version 1.1 which still shows the built in neutral to ground bonding relay which assuming they havent now introduced this is extremely dangerous to me as I had started planning my build and ordering parts based on the assumption that the manufacturer's manual is correct!🤬

Do you have questions about your Renogy Inverter Charger or require a WIRING DIAGRAM? Jolly, your 'Renogy Inverter Charger Guru', provides comprehensive guides and resources to assist you with installing, setting up, and using your Renogy charger. Visit: www.vandercampadventures.com/renogy-inverter-charger-installation/ Thank you to everyone for your continued support. Your likes, comments, and subscriptions help the channel and the community. PLEASE NOTE: There is a typo at 13:04 stating the RCD must be '30mA minimum'. The correct statement should read 'the RCD must be no greater than 30mA'. Here is the link to Part 1 - kzread.info/dash/bejne/mZmX1MRrorO7prg.html. The RENOGY Inverter Charger can be purchased here - shrsl.com/3wn5c Contactor - amzn.to/3Iwk9JS

Hi mate, I’ve purchased the exact same model in here in Australia and just wanted to ask if you guys use RVD’s (Residual voltage device) on caravans? Can they solve this problem if they are double pole? It’s been suggested in another Renogy owner video here in oz but not for the issue you’ve outlined. Many thanks for all the info you’ve provided

@vandercampadventures

Ай бұрын

Hey buddy, thanks for getting in touch. We don't really use RVD's in the UK, they're currently not a requirement in the regulations. However, some installations do benefit from them. The regulations state that an RCD must be used. Therefore, an RVD is to be used alongside an RCD as 'additional protection' and not to be used without an RCD. In some instances an RVD will pick up a fault before the RCD. I hope this helps 👍. Let me know if you have any more questions. Regards, Jolly

@sayhello2pedro

Ай бұрын

@@vandercampadventures you’ve helped and made things more clear than the answer Renogy has given. Thank you so much mate

Hi, did you put a diagram on your website, apologies if you have but i cant find it and im stuck with the same issue

@vandercampadventures

Ай бұрын

Hey Eddie, we're in the process of setting up the payment system on the webpage that will allow you to download the drawing. My apologies for the delay. However, if you fill out the contact form, select RCD and request the RCD contactor drawing I can send the invoice and drawing to you via e-mail. Here's the contact form link - www.vandercampadventures.com/renogy-inverter-charger-installation/#contact-jolly Regards, Jolly

I wish the RCD Contactor Wiring Diagram was accessible on your website and not hidden behind a £15 paywall.

@vandercampadventures

Ай бұрын

Hey John, thanks for raising your concern. I presume your watching the video to gain knowledge and help with installing the product and how to get an RCD to function? As an expert on the I've provided a clear and concise wiring diagram to ensure your system is safe and meets current UK wiring regulations and standards. Something the product manual doesn't provide. The wiring diagram and product design have taken a few years of design and testing. This is to ensure the setup meets current regulations and will ensure anyone with a little knowledge can install it and be safe. Also, 20 years of electrical experience, time to make the KZread video and designing the wiring diagram. The price also includes 1:1 e-mail support from myself if you need any help or guidance. Based on this, we feel the £15 price is very reasonable. However, if you still have concerns please e-mail me.

Hey mate at 13:07 you recommend using either a 30A or 63A RCD, I could only find a 40A one where I live. Would it be alright to use a 40A one?

@vandercampadventures

Ай бұрын

Hey Pablo, 40A will be fine 👍. I should have said anything higher than 30A. Regards, Jolly

@pablos5364

28 күн бұрын

@@vandercampadventures legend mate thanks for the video it's helped me a lot!

Hi Sorry to be a pain but in the recap at 13:04 it states 30mA MINIMUM for the RCD .Yet in the literature you highlighted at 10:13 it states 30mA MAXIMUM for the RCD. Have I misunderstood somewhere ? Cheers. Fattrucker

@JollyGoode

3 ай бұрын

Hey Fattrucker, Thank you so much for bringing this to my attention. Your right, the recap statement of 30mA minimum is incorrect. The RCD must not exceed 30mA. Thanks again Fattrucker 👍, I'll keep you in mind to proof watch the next video before we publish it 😉. Regards, Jolly

@Fattrucker

3 ай бұрын

@JollyGoode Err thanks for that , I think . LOL Fattrucker

@mrt4003

3 ай бұрын

@@JollyGoode I’m glad you got @Fattrucker’s name right. I can’t even say it 🤣

Great solution but I’ve no idea how to wire that 😂. I currently have hook up to consumer unit, consumer unit to inverter, inverter to double pole socket.

@JollyGoode

3 ай бұрын

Hey Met, We're currently looking at designing a manual, document or kit for the N-E bond contactor. Does the AC output of your inverter wire directly into a DP socket?

@mrt4003

3 ай бұрын

@@JollyGoode it will do it’s still in progression so not in use as we speak. Although it’s wired in to hookup via consumer unit.

Please note that your inverter/charger does not have enough room on each end to cool plus mounted in a small enclosed space. With that said your inverter/charger will overhead and shut off.

@vandercampadventures

2 ай бұрын

Hey Harry Thank you for sharing your concern. As someone who has worked with electrical components for 20 years, I completely understand the devastation that heat can cause. However, it is important to note that the manual guidelines for the location and ventilation of the inverter charger are just recommendations. While designing our layout, I was worried about ensuring adequate ventilation for the inverter charger. However, to follow the recommended ventilation guidelines, we would have required a space of 1000mm x 700mm, which we do not have. Therefore, I contacted Renogy support to express my concerns and discuss our proposed airflow and vents plan. Renogy confirmed that their stated ventilation guidelines are recommendations only. The most important thing is to ensure the vents aren't blocked and the air can move and circulate through the inverter charger, which should not be in a sealed box. Our unit is not in a sealed box; it's in a space allowing sufficient airflow. We have installed 2x 75mm drop-out vents in the floor, one on either side of the inverter charger. Additionally, we have created 3x 50mm vent holes in the seat base to ensure the air can circulate underneath the bench seat and electric compartment. Given my concerns, I have closely monitored the unit's temperature when the charger is charging at full power (65A), and the inverter is powering a high load. I can assure you that the unit does get warm, but not enough to cause any concern, even during a 2-week heatwave of 40 deg C. Regards, Jolly

Why does it state that 70 mm cable is required to then go on and explain 35 mm is sufficient.

@vandercampadventures

Ай бұрын

6:10

Does the bible actually say rcd test is half times and 1 x both 0 andc180 degrees.

@vandercampadventures

3 ай бұрын

The previous edition required the RCD to be tested at 1/2, 1 and 5x and at both 0 and 180 degrees. The latest update requires the RCD to be tested at 1x and must trip in less than 300ms. Regards, Jolly

@gino2465

3 ай бұрын

@vandercampadventures gn3 states 1/2 times test as well as 1x . Last year I failed my AM2 as I did not test 1/2 as per GN3. 🙃

@gino2465

3 ай бұрын

Your video is excellent, by the way. Well explained.

@vandercampadventures

3 ай бұрын

Thank you Gino. Heres a bit of bedtime reading if your interested - electrical.theiet.org/wiring-matters/years/2022/91-july-2022/changes-to-rcd-testing-in-bs-76712018plusa22022/

@gino2465

3 ай бұрын

@vandercampadventures I love reading lol electrics is my porn lol.