solar charger questions
Hello, I have a couple questions. I have 2 6v 225 interstate batteries with a 100 watt zamp solar panel mounted on the roof of my 2015 Nash 25c. I also have a eco 100 watt portable unit with its...
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14.5 volts is common and normal charging voltage. Trojan and other call for 14.8 volts.
Usually a controller will hold that voltage based on a timer of 60 to 180 minutes regardless of amps then drop to float around 13.2 to 13.6 volts. Generally when you reach 1/2 of 1% capacity in amps you are full. 225 amp/hours battery would be 1 to 1.5 amps so you are full.
Only way to really control the process is to get a programmable controller.
If you can turn off the equalize function I recommend it. You need to read your manual a bit closer. Maybe switch the setting on battery type.
Usually a controller will hold that voltage based on a timer of 60 to 180 minutes regardless of amps then drop to float around 13.2 to 13.6 volts. Generally when you reach 1/2 of 1% capacity in amps you are full. 225 amp/hours battery would be 1 to 1.5 amps so you are full.
Only way to really control the process is to get a programmable controller.
If you can turn off the equalize function I recommend it. You need to read your manual a bit closer. Maybe switch the setting on battery type.
