Epever charge controller

Registered Users Posts: 3
I have a small solar setup and need a new charge controller. I was looking at the epever CC and see they have 2 which are similar. 

Does anyone know if there is a difference between the tracer AN vs the Triron models?  They look almost the same except the Triron is modular. The tracer AN is $20.00 cheaper. The Triron i think is a newer model but I don’t see a lot of people using it online. Where as a lot of people seem to be using the tracer AN. 

Thanks 

Welcome!

It looks like you're new here. Sign in or register to get started.

Comments

  • Super Moderators, Administrators Posts: 33,671 admin
    Welcome to the forum Donniesuits,

    Can you give us links to the two models?

    -Bill
    Near San Francisco California: 3.5kWatt Grid Tied Solar power system+small backup genset
  • Registered Users Posts: 3
    The links to each model is listed below.  Thanks for the help. 

  • Super Moderators, Administrators Posts: 33,671 admin
    One nice thing about the newer Triron 40 amp unit, is it has a higher operating voltage (around 138 to 150 VDC)... That is nice for larger arrays and/or longer distances from array to battery bank (higher voltage array means smaller gauge wiring and less money).

    Another question--Do you see any need for USB/Remote communications/remote relay controls? Different display options? If not, probably don't spend the money.

    Another issue--With new/configurable systems--There is a chance that they may have bugs/need software upgrading. Making sure you have the proper computer (windows/apple/etc.) and communications port to make software upgrades could be helpful down the road.

    I am sorry, I really do not have anything further to offer. 

    -Bill
    Near San Francisco California: 3.5kWatt Grid Tied Solar power system+small backup genset
  • Registered Users Posts: 3
    Thanks for the info. I would only need the 20amp CC at most. 12v lighting for my shed and landscape lights In the yard and a dc to ac  inverter to use small electric tools a few times a year for an hour or 2.  Just looking for efficiency in a controller due to only getting 4 hours of full sunlight a day. After that the neighbors trees blocks the sun for a good portion of the day. 

    I will go for the cheaper model dual panels in series pushing 40 volts or so

    thanks again

Welcome!

It looks like you're new here. Sign in or register to get started.