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Day 17 of our Christmas calendar dives into something BIG: our new electrical system! ?? This year, we upgraded to a setup that lets us live off-grid for months at a time. Here's what powers Vela: ? 800Ah lithium batteries feeding our Lynx distribution panel. ?? Powers essentials like the 12V DC system, electric winch, anchor windlass, and oil heater. ? MPPT solar charger harnessing energy from the sun. ? 3kW inverter/charger providing AC power wherever we are. ? Future-ready: Plans to add a new engine generator for even more charging efficiency. ?? Fischer Panda genset (8kW) for backup AC power when needed. This system gives us the freedom to run big gadgets like a watermaker, induction cooktop, and maybe even a washing machine (coming soon in the new year!). Check out our animation to see how everything works together! ? Got questions about living off-grid or boat electrical systems? Drop them in the comments! ? ? Join us tomorrow for another peek into life aboard Vela! ? Music by Sergio Prosvirini from Pixabay #YouTubeShorts #Explore #TravelVlog #Vloggers #DailyLife #ChristmasCalendar #Vlogmas #ChristmasOnBoard #Beneteau44cc #Sailing #Liveaboard #LifeAtSea

The New Leopard 46 is a significant upgrade from its predecessor, the Leopard 45. ?? Let us know what you think in the comments ?? Choose from three cabins plus a utility room, a four cabin layout, or five double cabins, all with ensuite head/showers. ?? This sailing catamaran is available with standard diesel power or with optional Hybrid Electric Drive: the system includes a power management box, electric propulsion pod, high-voltage lithium-ion battery, solar array, and range-extending generator. ?? The Leopard 46 will be showing at the International Multihull Show in La Grande Motte in April 2025. ?? #new #yachts #oceans @LeopardCatamaran