Looking for a charge controller that can interface with a PC

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KnowledgeSponge
KnowledgeSponge Solar Expert Posts: 173 ✭✭✭
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I have 6 - 100Watt solar panels

I'm looking for a charge controller that will handle the power generated by those AND will allow me to interface the controller with my PC so that I can get graphs of all the changes in power generation and even live data from the controller.

I realize there are MANY complications and I'm asking for a simplified answer to a complex question.....but right now I'm only concerned with whether or not such a charge controller exists and starting at what price. This is a hobby.

Thanks
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  • BB.
    BB. Super Moderators, Administrators Posts: 33,439 admin
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    Re: Looking for a charge controller that can interface with a PC

    I would look at the Rogue 30 amp MPPT controller and see if it meets your needs (no extra cost options needed--I believe):

    http://www.roguepowertech.com/products/chargecontrollers/mppt/mpt3048.htm

    Marc designs and builds them himself in Oregon. Has great support.

    -Bill
    Near San Francisco California: 3.5kWatt Grid Tied Solar power system+small backup genset
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  • mryimmers
    mryimmers Solar Expert Posts: 117 ✭✭✭
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    Re: Looking for a charge controller that can interface with a PC

    Rogue MPT 3048, good piece of gear, comes with everything you need to hook up to PC.
    510 watt pv, TS-MPPT 60, Exeltech XP1100, XP600 & XP250 @ 24V, 4x Trojan 105RE, Trimetric 2030, Yamaha EF2400i gen.
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