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Re: Generators in hybrid systems
Yes, the inverter/charger (mine is XW series) syncs to the generator (so the generator has to be reasonably stable). The Gen input has relaxed Volt & Freq specs, because generators are never grid…1 · -
Re: Opinions and information of the Magnum PT-100 MPPT charge controller?
I've installed a couple (PT-100), very good layout, ez connections (large terminals with enough space to accept large cable) but I'm not done monitoring on any. They work without a lot of fussing1 · -
Re: 1990 Westfalia - 2 Batteries, 3 charging sources (Alternator, Solar PV & Bat Tender)
How smart is the battery tender ? real smart ones could be fooled into shutting down from rising voltage from the PV panels, but nothing bad should happen to the batteries - As long as all charging s…1 · -
Re: vacuum relief valve operation at low pressure?
I use brass wool, from a Marine Supply store at a boat yard.1 · -
Re: PWM or MPPT
A MPPT controller would deliver 95% of the panel harvest, which is over 2x what the PWM controller delivers. Generally, the tipping point cost wise, is 300w of panel, but you can see, 67w via PWM com…1 ·
