seprintz
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Hi all!
I'm building a new DIY camper and I'm looking for advice on a charge controller.
I'm re-using some components from a previous build, but am buying some things new, thus some of my components are locked in, others aren't. I am open to any and all sound advice! We do plan on running a mini-split for AC (120V), an electric kettle, an Instant Pot, charging devices, a 12V electric cooler for a fridge, a 12V water pump, and 12V lighting. I think that covers most of our load.
Existing Parts:
3000w 24V input - 120V output single phase charger/inverter.
16 CALB 200SE LiFePO4 cells, configured 8S for 2 x 24V batteries.
2 x Overkill BMS 8S 24V
Needed:
Solar Panels
Charge Controller
Solar Panels, based on the size of my roof, I've decided on 3 x 455 watt panels from SanTan Solar
Due to potential shading issues at campgrounds, etc... I figured it'd be best to just run them in parallel. (Feel free to convince me otherwise).
Panel Stats:
Pmax: 455 watts
Maximum Voltage (VMP): 41.51 V
Maximum Power Current (IMP): 10.96 A
Open Circuit Voltage (VOC): 49.35 V
Short Circuit Current (ISC): 11.44 A
I've used a TracerBN Charge controller in the past, with SLA batteries, and I like their price point/build quality and I've never had a problem after installing it in my father in-law's milking barn (he just needed lights, so he's got a basic 12V setup).
Based on the panels, I was looking at the EPEVER Tracer 4215BN, but after searching this forum I see that they have been discontinued. Also, they don't come with a LiFePO4 charging profile built in, so one has to be manually programmed as a User setting. I also love the nice large input terminals, very easy to work with and gave me confidence using larger wires.
This logically lead me to consider it's replacement the EPEVER XTRA4215N, which is very cost effective, and comes with a built in LiFePO4 charging profile. I haven't seen any reviews of the XTRA series, I'm not sure of ease of use, or reliability.
Any suggestions?
Thanks!
I'm building a new DIY camper and I'm looking for advice on a charge controller.
I'm re-using some components from a previous build, but am buying some things new, thus some of my components are locked in, others aren't. I am open to any and all sound advice! We do plan on running a mini-split for AC (120V), an electric kettle, an Instant Pot, charging devices, a 12V electric cooler for a fridge, a 12V water pump, and 12V lighting. I think that covers most of our load.
Existing Parts:
3000w 24V input - 120V output single phase charger/inverter.
16 CALB 200SE LiFePO4 cells, configured 8S for 2 x 24V batteries.
2 x Overkill BMS 8S 24V
Needed:
Solar Panels
Charge Controller
Solar Panels, based on the size of my roof, I've decided on 3 x 455 watt panels from SanTan Solar
New SolarEver 455W Solar Panel | SanTan Solar
www.santansolar.com
Due to potential shading issues at campgrounds, etc... I figured it'd be best to just run them in parallel. (Feel free to convince me otherwise).
Panel Stats:
Pmax: 455 watts
Maximum Voltage (VMP): 41.51 V
Maximum Power Current (IMP): 10.96 A
Open Circuit Voltage (VOC): 49.35 V
Short Circuit Current (ISC): 11.44 A
I've used a TracerBN Charge controller in the past, with SLA batteries, and I like their price point/build quality and I've never had a problem after installing it in my father in-law's milking barn (he just needed lights, so he's got a basic 12V setup).
Based on the panels, I was looking at the EPEVER Tracer 4215BN, but after searching this forum I see that they have been discontinued. Also, they don't come with a LiFePO4 charging profile built in, so one has to be manually programmed as a User setting. I also love the nice large input terminals, very easy to work with and gave me confidence using larger wires.
This logically lead me to consider it's replacement the EPEVER XTRA4215N, which is very cost effective, and comes with a built in LiFePO4 charging profile. I haven't seen any reviews of the XTRA series, I'm not sure of ease of use, or reliability.
Any suggestions?
Thanks!
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