10 Amp Solar Charge Controller by LM324

The circuit is a solar charge controller, it’s function is to regulate the power flowing from a photovoltaic panel into a rechargeable battery. It features easy setup with one potentiometer for the float voltage adjustment, an equalize function for periodic overcharging, and automatic temperature compensation for better charging over a range of temperatures.

The goal of the circuit design was to make a charge controller with analog simplicity, high efficiency, and reliability. A medium power solar system can be built with a 12V solar panel up to 10 amps, the circuit, and a rechargeable battery. It works with lead acid, NiCD and NiMH batteries with ratings from less than one to several hundred amp-hours. With the appropriate parts selection, the circuit can be operated at 6V, 12V, 24V or other voltages.

Specifications

Maximum solar panel current: 10 Amps
Night time battery drain current: approximately 1ma
Nominal battery voltage: 6V, 12V or 24V.

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