Camper Van Roof Space Planner

← All camper van tools

Try a grid of solar panels in a measured roof bay, with space for a fan or other full-width reserved zone.

Your inputs

Measured roof bay length (in) Measured roof bay width (in) Clearance at each bay edge (in) Axis for the reserved strip Width of reserved strip along chosen axis (in) Gap between items (in) Panel length including frame (in) Panel width including frame (in) Rated power per panel (W)

Results

Panels with length along chosen axis
Panels with width along chosen axis
Rated power in better uniform layout
Available run along chosen axis

How it works

Remove the perimeter clearance and the reserved strip along your chosen axis. Count rectangular panels with spacing in both directions, then compare two uniform orientations.

What to check before you use the result

Measure the rack’s usable flat bay, including mounting hardware. The planner treats the reserved zone as a full-width strip and does not check roof curvature, mounting points, loads, or irregular layouts.

Related calculators

Van Life embodies a shift in the way people are thinking, a movement that is sweeping across the mindset of our generation.

Camper Van Roof Space Planner

Results

How it works

What to check before you use the result

Related calculators

Slide the Rear Bench to Free Up Cargo Space in the VW T7 Chesil

When the Trip Ends, the Toyota Sienna Gets Its Passenger Seats Back