Old PowerUp panel compatability?

Posted by James Johnson on June 03, 2008, 03:02:30 PM

Re: Old PowerUp panel compatability? (Reply #5)
much thanks for the replies James & Mike.

I think I'll go to a 40w system and get the BP Panel. My current charge controller wont handle the upgrade. It's a Morningstar Sungaurd 4.5 amp controller. Any suggestions on a PWM controller, keeping in mind that I plan un upgrading the system in 40w increments, up to approx 200 or 240w. More than Likely I'll keep getting the BP panels and if things go well, I'll have em all by the end of the year!

thanks again for the help

James
 

Posted by Mike Casper on June 04, 2008, 03:11:02 PM

Re: Old PowerUp panel compatability? (Reply #6)
My vote is for the Xantrex C35 charge controller. (full disclosure: I own and use one)  It will wire up as 12 or 24 volt, will handle all the current (above what you specify).  The options for this meter include a temp sensor and production meter (cumulative resetable amp hour counter) both of which can be bought anytime.  The meter can be remote mounted or front panel on "the box".  You can also hook up this controller for a diversion load (once batteries are charged then apply power elsewhere) like a 12v water heater element for your electric water heater or 12v fan for cooling.

All this for less then $100 bucks.  (Sensors and meter sold seperately)
 

Posted by James Johnson on June 04, 2008, 08:40:18 PM

Re: Old PowerUp panel compatability? (Reply #7)
Thanks for the suggestion Mike..good call. It should fit my needs perfectly, as I plan on having the power center a distance away from my studio..so the remote will come in very handy.

Heck I could continue upgrading in 40w increments for quite some time with the Xantrex. Thanks again Mike for the help

James
 
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