Victron Energy SmartSolar Charge Controller (150V 45A Tr)

I have two Victron Energy charge controllers, and this 150/45 Tr delivers astounding results. With 700W of panels in series, I can very very nearly max this out, and I get over 40 amps output to my batteries. With one more panel, I will max it out with a full 45 amps. My batteries charge at 45 amps optimally. This controller is the perfect marriage for my batteries. This charge controller tracks my panels super fast and allows me to squeeze more performance all day long from my panels. Installation and use is a breeze. With a large heat sink, it keeps cool while cranking out power. With the Bluetooth connection and App, you can optimize the output settings for your battery ensuring the best charge and longevity for your investment. It comes with presets that work with many batteries, and like I said earlier, you can easily create your own. The App also keeps track of your power production allowing you to see if all is well, or if you need to tweak for better performance. I swear by Victron Energy for my charge controllers. They are expensive, but they are rugged and very well built. They have lots of options and are highly configurable. I think that they are the best, and therefore are a good value for the price. These are very reliable charge controllers, and they get 5 stars from me.

This has been doing a great job for months now. One part of my system I don't have to worry about. Note: bluetooth is a little weak, no wifi.

Bought this to get a sailboats solar panels to charge the battery. Does it’s job, but as I look more into Victron, they have a bunch of system compatible parts (smart shunts, battery monitors) that would keep you well informed on the status of the battery system. As I talk to more knowledgeable people, the Victron brand keeps coming up, people really like their stuff. If you’re not an electrical geek, you soon will be. Consider the cost of this battery insurance, this will make your batteries last longer.

Update: bought my second 150/45 after another brand unit (went bizarro) did not recognize the battery, hooked up to my 150/45 and it immediately woke up, woke up the battery, and "charged to normal". I like the way the Victron SCC work, track and shape my LiFePo battery banks. Pretty amazing to watch this device, charging and "building capacity" in different batteries. It took a few 7 year old FL batteries up to strong / stable voltages. I also used it to form and do initial charges to a new S/P battery bank. I will buy another SCC, and another. . . I want to buy a smaller Victron SCC for (to maintain) my car(s) batteries... they have worked so well. No more simple (stupid) wall wart chargers for me.

It works day in day out. Bluetooth is a little weak. Other than that extremely efficient product in a tiny package. Would buy again. Puts out 45 Amps Day in day out. Can be used on a 12 V 24 V and I think a 48 V set up the higher the voltage The smaller of the copper wire. Mine is set up for 24 V works fantastic. Did not adjust the settings on the actual charger used The app instead for battery type.