Solar30 controller question
I've been reviewing the archives. So the Solar30 is adjustable for charging voltage. From BFL13's posts, I think what I get is that it is a taper charger, and they take liberties with the term "floa...
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grizzzman wrote:Depends on the amps. If 25+ amps into a single battery then yes you would be a bit low on charge. 10 amps into two or more batteries may well get you to 90%+ before it turns off.smkettner wrote:
I would be tempted to put the restart voltage lower such as 12.5 if there was no real 'float'.
At least you saved some money....
The problem is that there is no absorb charging. (Very important if you want to reach at least 90% charge day to day) It would "likely" be an ok weekender system though. (As long as the person changes the voltages on a as needed basis) Like what BFL13 does.
I also figure if the charge is low, voltage will still drop enough to restart. At the end of the day amps may taper fast enough that voltage never hits the set point again to create a time of 'absorption'.
Not a good way to go IMO. I will not recommend this controller.
Must work OK for those that use it as no real complaints afaik.
