Which MPPT? (2 Viewers)

[Alesupper]

Hi All

We have 2 x 120W PV Logic Solar panels on our MH and currently we have a standard solar controller. I would like to upgrade to a MPPT controller (with bluetooth) so that we can get the most out of our panels. I am also considering buying a Lithium battery, so I would need an MPPT that can handle them as well.

Can anyone recommend a good quality MPPT with bluetooth that can handle 2 x 120W panels? Also, what Amp rating would I need?

TIA

 

[mickb3275]

Hi, I use a victron energy smart controller for my 3kw panels, great bit of kit, blue tooth and records history of yield per day.

regards, mick

 

[Robert Clark]

We use the 100/20 version of this for 2 x 130w solar panels

SmartSolar MPPT 75/10, 75/15, 100/15 & 100/20 - Victron Energy

Maximize the energy-harvest, driving it intelligently to achieve full charge in the shortest possible time using the SmartSolar MPPT. Learn more now.

www.victronenergy.com

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[Two on Tour]

Victron gear here as well.

A Victron SmartSolar MPPT 75/15 will do the job or maybe go for the Victron SmartSolar MPPT 100/20 if you are thinking that you may add some more solar in the future.

 

[sallylillian]

Another vote for Victron. Download the Victron Connect app for BT connectivity.

 

[Tombola]

Victron 100/30 user here too. : recommended.
Ive got them linked to 200ah bluetooth lithium, so also use the batteries bluetooth now more than the victron.

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[Billy192]

+1 victron energy smart controller

 

[Off da Grid]

Why do you need the Bluetooth,
Seems everyone is obsessed with what their panels are doing.

 

[Alesupper]

Why do you need the Bluetooth,
Seems everyone is obsessed with what their panels are doing.

If you are buying a new MPPT nowadays it would seem daft not to have that feature, as most of them have it built in.

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[donkey]

Hi
Please be aware that the Victron bluetooth does not work with windows devices.

Geoff

 

[Two on Tour]

Hi
Please be aware that the Victron bluetooth does not work with windows devices.

Geoff

Not with bluethooth as you say, but you can run Victron Connect on a Windows laptop or PC with a VE.Direct to USB interface cable.

 

[Two on Tour]

Why do you need the Bluetooth,
Seems everyone is obsessed with what their panels are doing.

Not much different to having a speedo, rev counter and warning lights on a dashboard to give you information you need.

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[Jev88]

Victron Smartsolar.

 

[Robb]

Still learning here, but all Victron kit now fitted. Yesterday I added two more 100 watt Renogy solar panels to the roof and so happy to see 100 watt plus input with clouds in the sky! Victron 100/30 Solar controller installed, now with 3 x 100 watt panels on the roof. Thinking of adding another Eco tree 110 amp hour battery, but maybe now not needed? I'll wait to see how I get on at Stratford next weekend.

 

[the1andonly]

Alesupper
Don't forget Votronics. Bluetooth capability can be added if realy required. Lithium ready and can also trickle charge sb as well. I currently use 2 220w on one and 330w on another. 5% fun discount from roadpro.
From my view the real info you need is SOC of battery minimum available from a bluetooth lithium battery or add a smartshunt or even bmv712 for more control or ease of view.

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[cyberyacht]

Epever is another good one to look at. Various models with different power capacities