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7 Best RV Surge Protectors With EMS For 30 & 50 Amp Campers

June 2, 2025April 5, 2023 by Jenni

It’s better to be safe than sorry when it comes to an RV’s electrical system and appliances. That’s why I recommend an RV surge protector with EMS to everyone.

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Categories RV, Electrical 1 Comment
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Which NOCO Charger Is Right For You? Comparison & Review

May 31, 2025March 20, 2025 by Jenni

Find the best NOCO Genius charger for your needs with this complete guide. Compare models, features, and charging power to keep your batteries in top shape!

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Categories RV, Electrical 2 Comments
everything used to install a 100 watt solar panel on an RV roof and connect it to the RV batteries so they will charge

How To Install Solar Panel On RV Roof & Connect To Battery

March 24, 2025June 30, 2022 by Jenni

Here’s a simple, drill-free way to install a solar panel on your RV roof and keep your batteries charged.

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Categories Electrical, RV 5 Comments
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Should I Disconnect My RV Battery When Plugged In?

February 28, 2025January 4, 2022 by Jenni

There’s a lot to learn about the 12 volt system in a camper. Here’s what you need to know about the RV converter & disconnecting the RV battery when plugged in.

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Categories Electrical, RV 10 Comments
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6 Volt vs 12 Volt RV Batteries: The Pros & Cons Of Each

February 25, 2025January 7, 2023 by Jenni

There’s lots of conflicting info out there on 6V vs 12V RV battery set-ups. In this post, I’ll outline the pros and cons of each and give my view on the best.

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Categories RV, Electrical 37 Comments
large battery bank in an rv that uses 24 volts and a battery balancer to keep the batteries healthy

Battery Balancers: What They Do & Top Picks For 2025

February 13, 2025December 19, 2024 by Jenni

Stop uneven battery wear in high voltage battery banks with one gadget! Check out this review to learn about battery balancers & the best options available.

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Categories Electrical, RV 2 Comments
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Best Deep Cycle Battery Chargers Reviewed (12V, 6V, RV, AGM)

February 6, 2025April 19, 2023 by Jesse

Using a common trickle charger on deep cycle batteries found of boats and RVs can damage them. Deep cycle battery chargers keep your batteries healthy longer.

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Categories Electrical, RV, Tech 4 Comments
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Best Deep Cycle RV Battery (AGM, SLA, 12V, 6V) 2025

February 2, 2025September 22, 2023 by Jenni

Choosing a deep cycle RV battery can be hard. In this review, I’ll explain what makes a battery the best for RV use and help you choose the right one for you.

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Categories RV, Electrical 10 Comments

How To Connect/Plug RV Camper Into Generator (15/30/50 Amp)

January 21, 2025August 19, 2022 by Jesse

Do you have a propane/gas generator and want to run your RV camper off of it? Let’s see how you connect/plug it into a 15, 30, and 50 amp trailer/fifth wheel.

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Categories RV, Electrical, Generators 67 Comments
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What Inverter Works With My Car Cigarette Lighter/12V Outlet

January 20, 2025April 5, 2022 by Jenni

It’s not always clear what size of inverter will work in a car cigarette lighter. In this post I explain 12V outlet power ratings to help you get the right one.

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Welcome to The Camping Nerd. We’re Jenni and Jesse. We travel full time in our RV and write about what we learn and share our experiences. This is also where we share our favorite RV and camping-related gear and accessories. Thank you for stopping by.

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  • How To Increase The Lifespan Of A 12 Volt Lithium Battery

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