Automatic, smart battery charger?
I would like to hear some comments and suggestions. In July 2017, I made some progress on understanding the settings in the MS SS MPPT 15L solar controller. I then modified several settings which ...
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pianotuna wrote:
Hi John,
Thanks for taking the time to present the data.
I'd add another 200 watts of solar myself. Or is there no room?
Thanks.
This is on my Savana van where I have a 10' x 5' area on the roof rack. I could fit two more 12V 58"x26" panels. I am already maxed out on the 15A MPPT controller which is rated for 200W but tolerates the present 280W.
Right now I want to make sure I am fully using the existing system. I am running driveway tests.
When camping/traveling, I do have the 6Ga charge line from the OEM 105A alternator to assist. I wont be driving any until March. I guess I could use a 10A portable charger to simulate morning Bulk charging, or any driving for that matter.
HTH;
John
