Where should I install them?

Most boaters find that maximal efficiency is achieved when the solar panels are installed high and aft on the boat, in direct sunlight. It's best to place them at the apex of an arch, above the cabin, or above davits to reduce the chance that shadows will fall across the surface of the solar panel and reduce its efficiency.

Try to stick with a high-output model if you can. You can install the mount directly above a bimini (if you're sure it will not be prone to shadowing), or, alternatively, you could install your solar panels on a rail along the stern.

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