Adding a Solar Panel System to Progressive Dynamics Control Center with AC/DC Panel
Question:
Do i need a solar panel charge controller since my Pd Power center includes a lithium compatible charge controller? Can you provide a wiring diagram? I want to add a 400 watt solar array, do have I capacity - also do I need a switch to solar vs. Land power input?
asked by: Licking C
Expert Reply:
Even though your Progressive Dynamics RV Power Control Center with AC/DC Panel and Converter/Smart Charger # PD4575K18LS8 has a charger for the batteries, you will still need a solar panel charge controller with your solar array to manage the solar panel power that is coming in. I confirmed this with my contact at Progressive Dynamics.
So something like the 550 Watt system # 34275012 that we carry, you'll still want to connect all of the equipment and then ultimately connect the solar panel power directly to your batteries - it won't go through the power center. This also means that you won't need a switch either (aside from the a transfer switch that might exist if you have an onboard generator).
Attached is a photo from one of our helpful articles that gives a basic example of how the solar charge controller will be connected to your batteries. I'm also attached some solar panel help articles for you to check out.
Products Referenced in This Question
Go Power Solar Flex Charging System with MPPT Solar Controller - 550 Watt Solar Panels
- RV Solar Panels
- Roof Mounted Solar Kit
- Flexible Panels
- 550 Watts
- 10.1 Amps or More
- AGM
- Flooded Lead Acid
- Gel
- Lithium - liFePO4
- 44-5/8L x 21-7/16W Inch
- 5 Panels
- Go Power
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Progressive Dynamics 4500 Series Inteli-Power Converter - 75 Amp
- RV Converters
- Smart Charge
- Standard Charge
- 10-1/8L x 13-1/4T Inch
- 12V
- 75 Amps
- Lead Acid
- Lithium
- Progressive Dynamics
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