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    JBD-DP04S007 vs JBD-SP04S034

    DP seems like a newer model. DP includes standard heating function, UART, switch, heating standard, series connection. DP has Bluetooth built in... I.E. no need for dongle. DP is only 3-4S. DP says "Automobile starting power" on the website (does that mean high peak 10sec rating?) SP has many...
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    Disconnect a series panel in cold weather

    I have a Midnite Classic 150, currently being fed by 2 panels with the following specs: Pmax: 579W Vmp: 40.9V Imp: 14.16A Voc: 48.9V Isc: 15A All good. I would like to add a third panel, but will run into Voc issues when it is cold. Attached is a PDF of the sizing tool output from Midnite...
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    trade - Midnite Classic 150 for a Midnite Classic 200

    I'm in the Toronto area and looking for a Midnite Classic 200. Straight trade for my 150.
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    Split negative when adding a solar array?

    Currently have an (old) 5s2P 1400W 87.5V array. I am adding another 2s2p 2000W 100V. Also planning to add a combiner Midnite mnpv6. I have 4C 2awg AL running from the panel location to the house. I will split the positive bus bar as suggested in the midnite installation manual and run...
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    Add Bluetooth to a 12V LiFePO4 with JBD BMS

    I bought some Wulills 12V 300ah LiFePO4 batteries from Aliexpress. They do not have Bluetooth functionality. In communicating with the vendor, they tell me there is a JBD 4s 150A BMS inside. Getting the exact model of the BMS from the vendor is proving difficult. I am considering opening up...
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    4 conductor cable - Panels to building

    Hello all, I'm having difficulty getting hold of my solar contractor, so going to look to the forum for help. System circa 2007. I have a 4 conductor cable running from panels to the building (60 meters) which houses the Charge controller, inverter, 1300AH SLA batteries, and other gear. I...
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    PC PSU + boost converter = LifePO4 battery charger?

    Hello, Apologies if this is posted in the wrong forum. I opened up an old unused PC PSU and connected the 12V output (measures 12.19V) to a boost converter. 12V specs on PSU is 15A max. I set the output voltage (before adding a load) to 14.4V and and max out current on the boost...
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    12V battery box charged from my 24V battery bank

    Hello, first time poster, please have patience. I am planning to build a power box with my son as a learning opportunity (for both of us). It will use 4S 60AH Lifepo4 cells with a BMS. We'll add USBs, 12V cigarette lighter and probably use a 500W inverter. Separately, I have an off grid...
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