Low Amps from New Solar Install
I did my first solar install on the roof of my fifth wheel this weekend. Two Renogy 100w mono panels to a Solar30 controller via a 10AWG cable down the gray tank vent. In going through the displays o...
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NinerBikes wrote:SkiSmuggs wrote:pianotuna wrote:
Hi,
Put a nice heavy load on the battery bank when the panels are in the sun.
What did you choose for voltage set points?
I left the "ceases charging" parameter at 13.8 for now. I see where a couple of folks change theirs depending on circumstances which sounds like a little of a pain to remember. My panels are always there whether I am on shore power or not so I am open to suggestions.
Try 14.5V camping, 13.2V storage.
Write it down on paper, a small piece, then put some clear packing tape over the paper, on the solar charge controller, to seal it in place. Couldn't be easier to remember.
You don't get all the luxuries of home in an RV without a little bit of daily maintenance and routine. This is not plug and play, so get used to it, now.
Apparently I was spoiled by the ViewStar 10amp PMW controller that came with my Renogy 100w suitcase portable as it had settings for float, bulk and equalize. I set it and forgot it. But what do I want for $30?
I just checked Amazon and the ViewStar 30A PMW is $130 to set it and forget it.
