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Date:         Wed, 18 Sep 2013 07:58:13 -0700
Reply-To:     Ryan Press <ryan@PRESSLAB.US>
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From:         Ryan Press <ryan@PRESSLAB.US>
Subject:      Re: solar charge controller
Comments: To: Timmy Evens <monkey_lips@yahoo.com>
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On Tue, Sep 17, 2013 at 7:35 PM, Timmy Evens <monkey_lips@yahoo.com> wrote:

> what brand/model charge controllers do folks recommend? ease of > installation? cost? > > thanks, > tim

I tried a couple cheap controllers and they all had poor voltage regulation. This will decrease the life of the battery. I ended up with a Morningstar Sunsaver MPPT, I got mine for $200. Very happy with it.

http://www.morningstarcorp.com/en/sunsavermppt

Out of the box the voltages can be configured to charge a few different battery types, or with a special cable it can be programmed via computer to anything you want. It also has an optional remote battery temperature sensor which I would recommend using. I have seen over 20 F difference with the battery in the stock battery box; they recommend using the sensor at 5 F difference or above. This also extends the life of the battery.

Ryan


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