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pianotuna
Oct 18, 2014Nomad III
Hi jrnymn7,
I'd really recommend a temperature sensor for what ever controller you decide on. They do cost more but the sensor will increase the battery life.
When I purchased my system it was $4.50 per watt. MPPT made financial sense at that price. I also had a #10 prewire and going to higher voltage (33) made lots of sense.
Today, with panel price per watt in free fall, I would probably go for a pwm with temperature compensation.
If the roof real estate has already been maxed out, MPPT may provide for more energy harvest per day.
I'd really recommend a temperature sensor for what ever controller you decide on. They do cost more but the sensor will increase the battery life.
When I purchased my system it was $4.50 per watt. MPPT made financial sense at that price. I also had a #10 prewire and going to higher voltage (33) made lots of sense.
Today, with panel price per watt in free fall, I would probably go for a pwm with temperature compensation.
If the roof real estate has already been maxed out, MPPT may provide for more energy harvest per day.
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