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Overview
Solar Charge Controller
Model: ALLPOWERS 20A Solar Charge Controller Solar Panel Battery Intelligent Regulator-Blue
The solar charge controller is responsible for charging the battery and turning on/off the DC load.
Design
This design requires the battery can supply a higher current. For this design we will be using 2 100Ah LiFePO4 batteries.
Fuse Panel (12 Circuit)
| Fuse | Size | Usage | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BED | LED Light (switched off) | |
| 2 | BUNK | LED Light (switched off) | |
| 3 | BUNK PWR | USB Power | |
| 4 | FAN | Fantastic Fan | |
| 5 | PANEL | Under Sink Light | |
| 6 | SINK | Sink Lights (includes remote) | |
| 7 | TV/OUT | 2 - 12v DC Sockets Outdoor Light | |
| 8 | USB | 2 USB Ports in 120v Outlet | |
| Inputs | |||
| 9 | DC Power In | 15A | Power from AC/DC Power Supply |
| 10 | Solar In | 25A | Power from Solar Panel Controller |
| 12 | Battery In | 60A | Power from battery |
Components
Solar Charge Controller
See Renogy Rover 30A MPPT Charge Controller
Solar Panel
We have a flexible 100 watt solar panel from AllPower.
Battery
We will be using 2 DIY 100 Ah LiFePO4 Batteries.
Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 100 Ah |
| Nominal Voltage (4 x 3.2v) | 12.8v |
| Max Voltage (4 x 3.6v) | 14.4v |
| Min Voltage (4 x 2.5v) | 10v |
| Cell Configuration | 4S |
| Max Current Output | 100A |
Battery Charger
WAOUKS 14.6V 20A Charger 4 Series 12V LiFepo4 Battery Charger Smart Charger Aluminum Case with Cooling Fan for 4S 12V 12.8V LiFepo4 Battery Pack.
Specifications:
Product Name: 14.6V 20A Charger
Model: SUAOKI Car Battery Charger 4 Amp 6/12V Fully Automatic Battery Maintainer Car Truck Motorcycle
- AUTOMATIC VOLTAGE DETECTION: detects whether your battery requires 6 or 12-volt charging and features preprogrammed 8-stages charging process
- LCD SCREEN: displays real-time charging voltage/current and battery bars; lets you know about the battery charge status with just a glance
- MULTI-PROTECTION: features reverse polarity protection, over-temperature protection, overcharge protection; also comes with spark-proof clamps
- WIDE RANGE USE: efficient use with all SLA batteries (Wet, MF, GEL, VRLA and Flooded), AGM (EFB), LiON (12V LiFePO4)
- BATTERY MAINTAINER: provides a 24/7 constant voltage charge for optimum battery maintenance
The LCD Screen provides you status of the charging directly with big and clear fonts . You can read the real-time charging current and voltage as well as diagnostic information. And its backlight feature makes it easy to read in darker places.
More Features
* IP65 waterproof for longer use time
* Restores the last settings for less hassle
* Reverse polarity protection for safer use
* Over-temperature/overcharge protection
* Detects sulfated battery and tries to repair if possible
* Snow mode for use in low temperature environment
Product Specifications
Input Voltage: 100-240V 50-60Hz
Output Voltage: 6V/12V AUTO
Output Current: 1A, 4A (59W MAX)
Battery Type: All SLA batteries (Wet, MF, GEL and VRLA), AGM (Flooded and EFB), LiON
Material: ABS + PC housing
Waterproof: IP65 Working Temperature: -10~45°C (14~113°F)
Weight: 0.58kg/1.28lbs
Dimensions: 18.4 x 15 x 6cm/7.2 x 5.9 x 2.4in
Inverter
Manual: inverter.pdf
References
: WA360-14620B
Dimensions: 180x90x63mm
Product Weight: 1.4 kg
Color/Material: Black/Aluminum Case
Suitable for Battery type: 4S 12V 12.8V 14.4V LiFepo4 Battery Pack
AC Input: 100~120Vac, 50/60Hz
Output Voltage: 14.6 Volt
Output Current: 20 Amp
Battery Protection: SCP,OVP,OCP,OTP
Charging Mode: Constant current - Constant Voltage - Trickle: Three-stage intelligent charging
Charging efficiency: ≥90%
Working temperature: -5 ℃ ~ +40 ℃
Storage temperature: -40 ℃ ~ +70 ℃
AC power cord, DC connector can be customized.
Operating Instruction
1. Before charging, please connect the DC terminal to battery first, and then connect the AC terminal.
2. After charging complete, unplug the AC terminal firstly, and then unplug the DC terminal.
3. No charging or after charging complete, be sure to unplug the DC terminal and AC terminal.
LED Indicator:
LED 1 red: Power on.
LED 2 red: Battery being charged.
LED 2 Flash: Battery will be charged completely soon.
LED 2 green: Battery has been charged completely.
DC-DC Converter
The DC-DC Step down converter will be used to charge the battery while driving. The output will be set to a maximum of 14.4v.
Capacity Meter (No Longer Used)
Renogy Pure Sine Wave Inverter
References
| Reference | URL |
|---|---|
| Battery Chargers | https://wiki.jmehan.com/display/KNOW/Battery+Chargers |
| IMAX B6 | https://www.skyrc.com/iMAX_B6_Charger |
| IMAX B6 Manual | http://www.ittgroup.ee/files/IMAX_B6_manual.pdf |
| Solar Charger | https://iallpowers.com/collections/solar-controller/products/solar-controller |
| Solar Charger Manual | |
| Capacity Meter | |
| Renogy 3000W Pure Sine Wave Inverter | |
| Mastercraft |
| Inverter User Manual |