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Default Help with calculating and understanding

It does not work that way because panels are rated at 17 volts, not 12. You
have to work with the panels amps not watts.
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Your math is correct. In NY, with about 3 full sun hours daily max, best
case scenario I'd need a 50 watt panel. 50 watts * 3 hours = 150
watt-hours daily.

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