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outwestbound
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Sep 03, 2017

question on interpreting MPPT controller display

Hi. This is intended to be general. If an answer can't be made without knowing the exact unit, then please let me know. My question may be poorly phrased. Does the amount of amps shown on the cont...
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outwestbound
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Sep 04, 2017
MrWizard wrote:
charge controller shows what the charge output is at that moment
might show 15amps, but if you have vent fans on, etc.. charge into batteries might be 10amps

the controller can show MAX if MAX is being used
it can NOT show what might be available while sitting in full overhead SUN
ONLY what is being output,


Thanks

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