Solar questions
This is something I know nothing about so any help would be appreciated. We just bought a new Momentum 328m TH and was thinking of have a solar charging system added b/f we pick it up. We camp a lot i...
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Almot wrote:
Portable kits don't come with "everything needed" for permanent install. They will need a longer cable, different brackets, a rooftop J-box (if PWM), fuses/breakers - to name a few.
In the flow chart by Don the PWM/MPPT selection is the very last step. First they need to decide on the array size.
PWM/MPPT is directly related to array size. IMO, arrays 400W and larger, with cables longer than those usually used in portable setup, are better/easier with MPPT.
I'm not sure you understand the term "portable." I have a portable Renogy 100w suitcase. I take it out of storage, open it, clip to battery bank and place the panels in the sun. That is portable.
On the other hand, I have two 100w panel on the roof, cable down to the controller mounted inside. That is not portable, but a permanent installation.
Portable in not intended for permanent installation.
