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    Bms hvd vs mppt absorbtion value

    I finally got my new sbms0 and installed it. Testing now and I have a question ( 12v 280ah) Sbms0 is set for hvd at 3.5v ,. Victron default lithium profile set for 14.2v absorbtion. I have one cell that charges a bit faster than the others - I'm not worried much about this, as it only...
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    Question on pv array size vs mppt

    I am putting a solar system on my TT. I have purchased 4 of Rich Solar 200w panels (from amazon) and 1 Victron SmartSolar 100/50 mppt charge controller. I know the charge controller is slightly undersized for this, but my rational was: 1) I doubt I'll get full power from the panels most of...
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    Connecting solar charge controller at the DC distribution ?

    I am building a lifepo4 battery but it's going to take a while. I'm pondering putting the solar panels and a victron smartsolar 100/50 in place before this and use it for a few trips we have planned (with the existing lead acid batteries). My question:. The existing batteries are mounted up...
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    How accessible do batteries need to be?

    I am concocting a plan where my batteries (4s280ah + chargery) would be mounted behind my power distribution center in my tt. There is sufficient room there and the space is otherwise wasted (imagine 2500rl). The only issue is that if I need to get to the system I will need to dismount the...
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    Victron multiplus and smartsolar together

    I have a question on how the multiplus and smartsolar systems integrate into a system. 1. How do each of these detect high/low voltage conditions in light of the fact that the other device might be putting a charge on the system? For instance if smartsolar is charging the battery how does...
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    Inverter/charger vs separate components question

    Hi all, I've been watching the forum for a while but this is my first post. I'm begining to plan out a system for my travel trailer which is a grand design imagine 2500rl with 30amp service. I'm considering the merits of a inverter/charger vs going with separate charger/inverter/transfer...
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