Author: Rustler
Subject: Renogy Solar
Posted: 07 Jun 2016 at 2:46am
Subject: Renogy Solar
Posted: 07 Jun 2016 at 2:46am
Originally posted by CoosBayRPodder WE will be adding a 100+ watt solar panel to our must have list. Just wondering if anyone has experience with the Renogy brand of panels? The Zamps are just way too expensive! My main concern with the Renogy is making sure the controller is waterproof even though I'm sure I could make it waterproof enough. Recommendations on this or any other brands that would not break the bank? |
I would expect that most all solar panels are workable products. I wouldn't recommend the amorphous type, the polycrystalline are more long lasting. In my opinion getting the more expensive maximum power point tracking controller is worth the extra money in the long run. You'll harvest more energy than with the cheaper pulse width modulation types. Yeah, solar energy is expensive. But after spending good money on a high powered panel, why limit its output by going with the PWM controller. Just my two cents. Other users are quite satisfied with the PWM controllers.
By the way I too just purchased my Rpod (2016 171, in Coos Bay, May 2016). Our Rpod is equipped with a 36 volt, 185 Watt Shuco panel. It uses a Morningstar SSMPPT-15L max. power point tracking controller. They run about $200. This controller harvests maximum output and converts voltage down for 12 volt battery charging. If you would like to see my setup, send a private message for contact information.
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