obiwancanoli wrote:
Some of you have followed other posts of mine re: solar, and satellite, so hope this additional inquiry elicits similarly helpful info...
If I knew then what I suspect now, I'd have had the Dealer install an MPPT controller instead of then apparently standard 30A controller, despite my limited research and knowledge. Nevertheless, it would seem updrading to the MPPT would be a more efficient use of the additional panels I recently added.
I don't plan to add further panels, though if I do, it will be limited to a 4th 160W, 8.7A panel. Seems like I have enough to accomplish my likely dry camping goals. And yet, I want to make the best use of my charging system, in order to squeeze out the most amps in the shortest time, at minimal loss, and maximum efficiency.
Prices seem to be all over the map, and unfamiliar as I am, don't know what brands, features, or price ranges I should be considering, nor if it would, in fact, be worth the cost.
Thanks for your input!
What is more important is “how well” the controller works and is it properly set up.
(If it isn’t adjustable then it’s likely not the best choice for boondocking)
