bmf1321 Report post Posted July 28, 2010 I have an old Moultrie 6v camera with the alligator clips and want to use a solar panel to power it. Does anyone have experience with this setup? Do I need a battery? If so, does it need to be a rechargable or can I run a standard battery? Does the solar panel recharge the battery or power the unit? Thanks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
youngbuck Report post Posted July 28, 2010 Ive run a couple, 6 and 12v. On my cams Ive used a SLA (sealed lead acid, rechargable, same ones that go in exit lights) battery connected to the camera and panel (either 6 or 12) I have normal batteries in my cam too. They last 6+ months. I wrap my sla battery in reflectix to help insulate if it is going to snow. Not sure if it help, but it cant hurt. I place my panel facing south around a 45 degree. I only use it in places that take a long time to hike into. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
swede Report post Posted July 29, 2010 I have used the same set up you metioned, moultrie and solar. You need to buy a rechargable battery and make sure the sunlight actually hits the panel a few hours a day. I had a problem in the pines with too much shade, however the little solar panel kept my battery charged and taking pictures for 5 months with no problems. My experience has been that when the rechargable 6 volts sit for the off season they go bad and wont accept a charge. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
