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JoshInReno
Explorer
Jul 16, 2018

Can I connect my charge controller to my panel?

Dear lord I have searched and googled, but I cannot find an answer. I am adding a small solar system to my trailer (I have done previous systems in previous trailers) and rather than connecting my ...
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time2roll
Nomad
Jul 16, 2018
If you have an empty branch circuit in the 12 volt distribution panel with proper amp rating then it will work.

Many controllers require a battery connection at all times if the panels are connected or the controller can be damaged.

Depending on power and connections you will get better performance with the controller close to the battery.

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