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40amp KID

Started by dgd, November 11, 2015, 02:26:32 PM

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dgd

Mario,

Some time ago Robin mentioned a customer needing a 40amp output KID(s).
Something also about a fan being necessary for that level of output - although that is not really a concern for me as I have already constructed a new KID mounting with temp controlled fan and suitable airflow ducting over the KIDs pcb/fets.

Is it possible to get a firmware copy with that limit set to 40amps?
I would be happy to accept that using it would void my warranty.

dgd
Classic 250, 150,  20 140w, 6 250w PVs, 2Kw turbine, MN ac Clipper, Epanel/MNdc, Trace SW3024E (1997), Century 1050Ah 24V FLA (1999). Arduino power monitoring and web server.  Off grid since 4/2000
West Auckland, New Zealand

b4solar

I would be thrilled with a 40A option as well.
A discussion with Robin revealed that the terminal block is only rated for 30 amps  :(

That is one wish on the Classic & the Kid... That the terminal block was a bit bigger.

Do however very much appreciate the performance and the outstanding value of both charge controllers
Ben Zook
Belmont Solar

“Power, Without the Power Company”

zoneblue

Or 50A or 60A, but wait,  that would be a classic...

BTW is it too soon to start a wishlist for Classic Mark 2?

- more effcient, less heat.
- lower idle
- studs instead of terminals.
6x300W CSUN, ground mount, CL150Lite, 2V/400AhToyo AGM,  Outback VFX3024E, Steca Solarix PL1100
http://www.zoneblue.org/cms/page.php?view=off-grid-solar

dgd

Quote from: zoneblue on November 16, 2015, 03:34:17 PM
BTW is it too soon to start a wishlist for Classic Mark 2?

Tried that a couple of years ago..
There was also talk about a bigger KID being designed but that was also about 2 years ago. Have not seen any updates on its progress.
Although I would have been happy with a fanned 40A or 45A kid. I do remember reading somewhere that the most popular mppt controller was the MS 45MPPT, MN has nothing comparable (Aout and $) closest being Classic 150 Lite although about usd200 more expensive

dgd
Classic 250, 150,  20 140w, 6 250w PVs, 2Kw turbine, MN ac Clipper, Epanel/MNdc, Trace SW3024E (1997), Century 1050Ah 24V FLA (1999). Arduino power monitoring and web server.  Off grid since 4/2000
West Auckland, New Zealand