Battery charging info
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Duty cycle may depend a bit on battery size and usage.
400 AH would be fully charged as current approaches 2 amps. But you cannot set it for 5% (45 x 5% = 2.25) because usage may keep you in absorb all day.
I would try something like 50% duty cycle and 15 minute timer. This should give a short time in storage and extended time when in use. Adjust the duty cycle if absorption seems too short or long while in use.
I think there is a help function in MSView to make suggestions. Not sure if the duty cycle % applies to your solar amps or the controller rated amps.
400 AH would be fully charged as current approaches 2 amps. But you cannot set it for 5% (45 x 5% = 2.25) because usage may keep you in absorb all day.
I would try something like 50% duty cycle and 15 minute timer. This should give a short time in storage and extended time when in use. Adjust the duty cycle if absorption seems too short or long while in use.
I think there is a help function in MSView to make suggestions. Not sure if the duty cycle % applies to your solar amps or the controller rated amps.
