Solar controller help

bowleggs1

 could you please advise me on which amp controller would be best for 100 watt solar panel would a 10 amp be the best match or could I go as I as a 30amp and why that one would be the best because I cannot find information to explain

markflip

If your solar panel kicks out a maximum of 100W - at 12V that equates to 8.3 Amps, so the 10 Amp controller should be adequate. 

However, I would look at the detailed specs of the panel to check what max current it actually outputs as the 100W figure might be an 'average' rather than peak output.  A dealer should be able to advise you, particularly if they have experience with matching panels and controllers to other outfits.

Boff

Same answer as last time. 10amp will be more than enough  The rating is based upon the input to the controller   The voltage from the panel is something like 17v so the amperage is lower  

 

 

Cushie

I installed 100W last spring, the max current i have seen is 5.5 Amps so 10 W controller is fine.

( Note max voltage generated does not occur at the same time as max current.)

Cushie

That should read 10 Amp controller should be fine! (delete 10W)

Roy auto trail

hi i have my motorhome in storage oct i have been to see if it was ok i have solar install and all my batters are down eney help

ChrisRogers

No problems with my 150w panel with a 10amp controller, does the job well.

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