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I wanted to share with you my wiring of a battery bank for the system I am working on. The system is one that was started some time ago by the homeowner/prepper. They got swindled by a man/huckster giving out false information about solar systems. The short story is this…the folks ended up with a…
“PWM” – Pulse Width Modulation is the most effective means to achieve constant voltage battery charging. PWM regulation tapers the voltage according to the battery’s condition and recharging needs. PWM has recently surfaced as the first significant advance in battery charging.
I am including the well box schematic below. Anyone’s input would be greatly appreciated…ANY! Yup, that means questions, concerns, issues, warnings, safety problems…and even compliment 😉 I am actually in the process of building the box right now…hurry, feedback needed. Thank you ! ( click image to enlarge ) Related Articles – Off-Grid Problems/Issues/Challenges…Part #1…
If you remember I upgraded my entire battery bank in the spring (2025) and increased battery storage from 32kWh to 41kWh (630ah – 800ah) < click here >. I also went with a “closed loop” battery bank connected to my Victron CCGX. The Midnite MNPowerFlo5 batteries now control the charging vs the charge controller “smart…
Twenty-two months ago I added a new 230ah 48v Trophy battery to our solar system. That coincided with a major upgrade to the entire solar system we have here at the glamstead. The system seriously changed our lifestyle in several ways; 1) air conditioning all night if needed, 2) bathroom electric baseboard heat 24/7 in…