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Is a blocking diode needed when wiring solar panels in parallel?

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I have seen several variations of adding extra solar panels to the 5in1 to deal with morning, and evening spikes. Some use a blocking diode on the positive lead, and others just tie them into the existing panel wiring. They are low voltage panels (2.4v) taken from cheap .97 cent LED yard lights. They power the aspiration fan easily. What are the thoughts on this?

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