Friday, Apr 05, 2013 at 15:31
"Is the solar controller capable of taking 330w of panels?"
You can put any size panel on to it, however the current limiting in the charger output will only allow a maximum of 25 A to your battery. When your battery voltage is 14.5 V and you are getting a full 25 A into it that equates to 362.5 W. As your charger is not 100% efficient you will need extra power to drive it, that could amount to up to 30 W and as your panels will be flat on your camper you are loosing a little more power. Your 330 W array will be a good size.
"is it as good as a standalone mppt controller?"
It can be used as a stand alone controller so in effect it is a stand alone controller. You will no doubt find controllers that are a little more efficient but at how much extra cost?
"Can i put it in my campervan or does it have to go in the car?"
The BCDC1225 should be within 1 metre of your battery. Where is your battery?
"Would getting separates be smarter?"
Only if you are a paranoid belts and braces type. At $350 you will be paying heaps more for the same quality separate equipment. You should have a mains powered battery charger in your rig as
well as the solar. Just accept the fact there is a very slight chance you will have to share a generator or head for a caravan park way down the track.
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