I am installing a new solar system and I need to perform a commissioning charge on the new batteries (when I get them). I am wondering the best way to do that if I don't have grid power available.
Not sure what you are asking, do you not have a solar array yet? If you do, just charge from the array until fully charged then equalize and check SG.
Home system 4000 watt (Evergreen) array standing, with 2 Midnite Classic Lites, Midnite E-panel, Magnum MS4024, Prosine 1800(now backup) and Exeltech 1100(former backup...lol), 660 ah 24v Forklift battery(now 10 years old). Off grid for 20 years (if I include 8 months on a bicycle). - Assorted other systems, pieces and to many panels in the closet to not do more projects.
Or start with a generator and finish with a few panels installed temporarily? I would expect new batteries to be near fully charged on arrival, so shouldn't take much current for commissioning.
Off-grid. Main daytime system ~4kw panels into 2xMNClassic150 370ah 48v bank 2xOutback 3548 inverter 120v + 240v autotransformer Night system ~1kw panels into 1xMNClassic150 700ah 12v bank morningstar 300w inverter
If you mean that you want to charge individual batteries before they are installed in a series string: That is a good idea for many types of batteries.
Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for any break in needed because it will vary depending upon what batteries you have.
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Not sure what you are asking, do you not have a solar array yet? If you do, just charge from the array until fully charged then equalize and check SG.
- Assorted other systems, pieces and to many panels in the closet to not do more projects.
Main daytime system ~4kw panels into 2xMNClassic150 370ah 48v bank 2xOutback 3548 inverter 120v + 240v autotransformer
Night system ~1kw panels into 1xMNClassic150 700ah 12v bank morningstar 300w inverter
Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for any break in needed because it will vary depending upon what batteries you have.