Solar controller for Powerfilm 60 watt panel.

[mep1811]

I am looking for good alternative to the RA-9 controler I have.

I am looking for one that has a gauge that the panel is working and an AMP guage? There are so many controllers I'd thought I'd ask to see what is working for you guys.

Thanks

 

[dwh]

How about just adding a meter?

http://www.amazon.com/Watts-Meter-A...=UTF8&qid=1425051940&sr=8-2&keywords=watts+up

 

[1stDeuce]

One of my friends runs a Watts-up and loves it! I thought about adding one to my camper, but I usually have an abundance of solar power, so I just don't worry about it.

If you want a better but not horribly expensive charge controller, try a Morningstar Sunsaver. Configurable for battery type, and temperature compensated. Mount it VERY close to the battery and use good size wiring and never think about it again.

 

[CaliMobber]

Holy mark up! thats just a $30 morning star controller with weird prefab clips on it for over twice the price.


Thats a great charger and i used it for years before upgrading my solar system. I just use a clean volt meter. when volts are up I can see its working.

I have it where I can easily see it by just walking by and looking through the window.

The watt meter is a great product from what ive heard but it need to be inline with the charger and batt and most likely be in a hard to see place.