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My friend has 2x12V batteries connected in parallel. When i checked the voltage on each batterry, one is showing 12.0V, the other 14.8V and the system 26.9. I think I know what his issue may be... he has a DC 12/24V fridge connected to one battery (yes... the one that reads 12V). My system...

Is it a big deal if i shut down my generator (stop charging ) during the absorption stage of the charging cycle? I have a Samlex 2224 inverter charger and it automatically sets the absorption time of the cycle at 10times the length of the Bulk cycle. In other words, if it charges for 1 hour...

I just installed my SAMLEX EVO 2224 at my cabin. I have 4*12v batteries. I believed they were 75Ah but the sheet attached says 82.5. They are setup in a series/parallel configuration so i guess my system would be 165Ah. At one point i was told that i should charge at no more than 20Amps. I...

I'm considering purchasing a Power Star 24V Inverter/Charger model LW1000. I've been researching various systems and my understanding has significantly improved since i've started but i still have lots to learn. This post is as i currently understand but i may be wrong. That's why i'm turning...

I have 4x 12V FIAMM FLX300 Batteries. I read somewhere that they are AGM and/or Gel... Does that make any sense? I'm totally new to this, currently researching before building my system. Are these considered Lead Acid Batteries? Thanks!

Just signed up a few days ago, havent had much chance to browse yet but you'll be seeing me around asking lots of questions in the coming weeks. I'm looking at solar power as a source of energy for my cabin in NB, Canada. We go there on the weekends (year round) and sometimes up to a week. I...