Question for all you solar experts
I have ordered a 250 watt Sharp 24 volt Solar panel. Now for my question. I would like to use a Morningstar Sun Saver 15 MPPT controller. The problem is that the sales person said that the 15 amp MP...
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Strictly by the numbers (250 watts/ 14.4 volts = 17.36 amps) that controller is not large enough.
In the real world it will probably work fine since it limits the output to protect itself. The drawback is that during periods of intense sun and/or low battery you will be loosing power.
Morningstar makes some great charge controllers. I've got two of the their 45A models installed at 2 different off grid cabins. I've had no problems from either. Blue Sky is another brand you should investigate. I've got even more of their controllers installed, also with no problems.
In the real world it will probably work fine since it limits the output to protect itself. The drawback is that during periods of intense sun and/or low battery you will be loosing power.
Morningstar makes some great charge controllers. I've got two of the their 45A models installed at 2 different off grid cabins. I've had no problems from either. Blue Sky is another brand you should investigate. I've got even more of their controllers installed, also with no problems.
