Q: What is a SmartSolar MPPT Charger?
A: It’s a solar charge controller that optimizes the energy harvested from your solar panels using Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) technology, ensuring your batteries charge quickly and efficiently.
Q: What battery types does it support?
A: Supports lead-acid (including AGM and gel) and lithium batteries with programmable charge profiles.
Q: Can it handle partial shading on solar panels?
A: Yes, it uses an advanced MPPT algorithm to maximize energy harvest even when panels are partially shaded.
Q: How do I monitor and configure the charger?
A: It has built-in Bluetooth for wireless monitoring and configuration via the VictronConnect app.
Q: What happens if the battery is completely discharged?
A: The charger has a recovery mode and can start charging from zero volts if the battery is not permanently damaged.
Q: Can multiple chargers be used together?
A: Yes, up to 10 SmartSolar chargers can be synchronized via Bluetooth for parallel charging.
Q: Is it protected against faults?
A: Yes, it includes protections like over-temperature, PV short circuit, reverse polarity, and reverse current protection.
Q: What are the operating temperature and efficiency?
A: Operates from -30°C to +60°C, with a conversion efficiency over 99%.