Rich Solar 10 Amp PWM Waterproof Solar Charge Controller

The Rich Solar 10 Amp PWM Waterproof Solar Charge Controller offers a robust set of features to optimize and protect your solar power system:

Automatic Charging and Efficiency:

• PWM Technology: Utilizes Pulse Width Modulation to regulate battery charging, maximizing solar power utilization and extending battery lifespan.
• High Efficiency & Low Power Consumption: Ensures minimal energy loss within the controller itself.

Versatility and User Control:

• Common Positive Grounding Connection: Compatible with most system configurations.
• Battery Type Setting via DIP Switch: Easily select the appropriate charging profile for your specific battery type (Flooded, AGM, GEL, Lithium (LiFePO4)).
• Smart Charging Control: Automatically adjusts charging stages for optimal battery health.
• Charging Time Management: Monitor and potentially set charging duration limits.

Monitoring and Protection:

• LED Indication: Provides clear visual cues for battery status and charging stages.
• Thermal Protection: Prevents damage from overheating.
• No Sparks: Ensures safe operation.
• Waterproof Design: Protects the controller from rain, dust, and other outdoor elements.
• Solid-Duty Cables & Corrosion-resistant Terminals: Built for durability in harsh environments.
• Conformal Coating: Protects internal components from moisture ingress.
• Optional External Battery Temperature Sensor (BTS): Allows for more precise temperature-based charging adjustments.

Safety Features:

• Overvoltage Protection: Prevents damage from excessive voltage spikes.
• Short Circuit Protection: Safeguards against short circuits within the system.
• Reverse Polarity Protection: Guards against accidental polarity mismatches.

Compliance and Compatibility:

• CE Standard, EMC, and FCC Compliant: Meets international safety and regulatory standards.
• Suitable for Most Lead-Acid Batteries: Supports Flooded, AGM, GEL, and Lithium (LiFePO4) battery types.

Overall, the Rich Solar 10 Amp PWM Waterproof Solar Charge Controller offers a feature-rich solution for managing small solar power systems, ensuring efficient and safe operation.

MOUNTING THE DEVICE

Specifications:

ELECTRICAL PARAMETERS

• Rated solar panel amps:    10AMP Max.
  
• Normal input Solar cell array voltage:    15-22VDC
  
• Max. solar cell array voltage (output has no load):    25VDC Max.
  
• The controller lowest operating voltage (at solar or battery side):    8VDC Min.
  
• Standby current consumption at night    5mA Max.
  
• Maximum voltage drop-Solar panel to battery:    0.25VDC Max.

CHARGING CHARACTERISTICS

• Minimum battery start charging voltage:    3VDC Min.
  
• Soft start charging voltage:    3-10±0.2VDC
  
• Soft start charging current (50% PWM duty):    Up to 5AMP
  
• Bulk charge voltage:    10-14±0.2VDC
  
• Equalization charging voltage at 25 ℃    15.5±0.2VDC
  
• Equalization charging timer timed out:    2 Hours
  
• Battery temperature compensation coefficient    -24mV/°C
  
• Temperature compensation range:    -20~+50°C

PROTECTION

• Over temperature protection during charging:    65°C

ELECTRICAL PARTS

• Input output terminal:    M5 terminals

PHYSICAL PARAMETERS

• Controller material:    Plastic, Standard ABS
  
• Power terminal maximum stranded wire size:    #10AWG stranded-5mm²
  
• Mounting:    Vertical wall mounting
  
• IP grade:    IP65
  
• Net weight:    Approx. 0.3kg/0.66lb

ENVIRONMENTAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Operating temperature:    -25~50°C(-13～122℉)
  
• Storage temperature:    -40~85°C(-40～185℉)
  
• Operating Humidity range:    100% no condensation