Where is best location for solar controller
I'm putting together a new solar system for use with my Class C. I had a Renogy 100W solar suitcase which I had extended with a second 100W panel... this worked great until it was stolen this week :(...
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If you are considering an MPPT controller, there is better efficiency by using a larger, nominal 24V solar panel, than 2 X 100W panels. For the smaller, nominal 12V panels, you won't gain much buying a more expensive MPPT charge controller. Nominal 24V panels typically operate at 36V or so. To get the most out of the harvest, an MPPT charge controller is warranted.
FWIW, I have a 235W panel and a Morningstar MPPT-15 charge controller. It harvests 15 amps on a bright, sunny day when the batteries are not full.
Charge controllers are more efficient when mounted as close to the batteries as possible.
FWIW, I have a 235W panel and a Morningstar MPPT-15 charge controller. It harvests 15 amps on a bright, sunny day when the batteries are not full.
Charge controllers are more efficient when mounted as close to the batteries as possible.
