A solar charger gathers energy from your solar panels, and stores it in your batteries. Using the latest, fastest technology, SmartSolar maximises this energy harvest, driving it intelligently to achieve full charge in the shortest possible time. SmartSolar maintains battery health, which extends battery life.
The SmartSolar Charge Controller will even recharge a severely depleted battery. It can operate with a battery voltage as low as 0 Volts, provided the cells are not permanently sulphated or otherwise damaged.
On a cloudy day, when light intensity is changing continuously, an ultra-fast MPPT controller will improve energy harvest by up to 30% compared to PWM charge controllers and by up to 10% compared to slower MPPT controllers.
If partial shading occurs, two or more maximum power points may be present on the power-voltage curve. Conventional MPPTs tend to lock to a local MPP, which may not be the optimum MPP. The innovative BlueSolar algorithm will always maximise energy harvest by locking to the optimum MPP. Fully programmable charge algorithm (see the software page on the Victron Energy website), and eight preprogrammed algorithms, selectable with a rotary switch.
Ultrafast Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT)
Advanced Maximum Power Point Detection in case of partial shading conditions
Outstanding conversion effi ciency
No cooling fan. Maximum effi ciency exceeds 98%.
The full output current up to 40 °C (104 °F)
Flexible charge algorithm
Extensive electronic protection
– Over-temperature protection and power derating when temperature is high
– PV short circuit and PV reverse polarity protection
– PV reverse current protection
Internal temperature sensor
– Compensates absorption and fl oat charge voltage for temperature
Real-time data display options
– ColourControl GX or other GX devices: see the Venus documents on the Victron Energy website
– A smartphone or other Bluetooth-enabled device
– VE.Direct Bluetooth Smart Dongle needed