solar panel install
I wanted to ask a couple questions on my solar plan. I am looking at ordering one of these 200 watt kits. Renogy 200 watt kit I plan to put this on my truck camper. I would like to be able to mo...
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pianotuna wrote:
This is a poor choice. Run the extra wire directly to the bank. It is not expensive nor rocket science.dave17352 wrote:
In my last post I explained Renogy did indeed tell me to put a switch in line with the positive coming off the panels to make sure there was no power going to the controller when the battery is disconnected.
I will disconnect both the battery and the controller at the same time. When not in use.
I respect your opinion but storage for me is in my shop building which is on my property which I visit everyday if not several times a day. My truck camper and other toys are of my top priority. I don't think it will be difficult for me to remember to disable both. Also at the low cost of the controller it would not be that expensive to replace. But who knows I may wire directly to the battery I will let ya all know what I decide!
On another note Piano I plan on getting a AGM battery because I understand they are comfortable with a 80 percent discharge. Not that I intend to do that on a regular basis do you have any experience with that. I notice you have agm batteries.
Thanks for all the opinions!
