These days a 500ah battery bank is commonplace in solar powered RVs and homes. But the question though, is how long can you expect that battery to last? Is it all right to use up all the power? In this guide you will learn how to calculate battery life and how long you can expect […]
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LiFePO4 (lithium iron phospate) batteries are popular for many reasons. But basically it comes down to the fact they provide better performance compared to AGM, gel and other lead acid batteries. To get the best results, however make sure the controller settings are optimized. Your charge controller probably has default settings, or suggestions in the
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Because lead acid batteries need a lot of maintenance and have a 50% depth discharge, lithium batteries have become more popular for solar systems. But can you charge these with solar panels? Is the process any different from lead acid batteries? Solar panels can charge lithium batteries, but an MPPT solar charge controller is required.
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Waiting for a solar battery to recharge is like watching paint dry, it takes too long. So the question, can you charge a battery from two sources? Maybe even more? In this guide we will explain what will happen if you use multiple chargers and if it is worth it. it is possible to charge
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It is a question that a lot of those new to solar power will ask. Can a solar panel charge 2 batteries? If you run a lot of appliances for instance, they might require more than one battery, but can your solar panel charge them both? And how long will it take? A single solar
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If your solar system is on the grid, you will not be able to use it in case of a power failure. It is automatically shut down for safety reasons which is why having batteries is ideal. The question is, how many 200ah batteries will you need to run your appliances? And for how long?
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