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String inverters, microinverters and optimizers are components of solar power systems that play a crucial role in converting the direct current (DC) generated by solar panels into alternating current (AC) for use in homes or the electrical grid. Each technology has its own set of pros and cons. 

Bluetooth connectivity of solar panel charge controllers enhances the user experience. by providing a convenient way to wirelessly monitor, configure, and control your solar power system using a mobile app on your smartphone or tablet. This feature allows for greater flexibility and ease of use in managing your renewable energy setup. In this blog, we will discuss the two common charge controllers sold at SanTan Solar, EPEVER Tracer Series and Victron SmartSolar charge controllers. 

One of the more popular charge controllers we carry at SanTan Solar is the EPEVER MPPT Tracer AN series. These controllers come in a variety of sizes to fit your solar power needs. These mid grade controllers are durable and budget friendly. To make monitoring and battery parameter setup easier, we recommend getting the MT50 Remote Display.

 

The EcoFlow Delta Pro is a portable power station designed to provide reliable and sustainable power for various applications including outdoor adventures, emergency backup power, and off-grid living.

An off-grid solar power inverter is designed specifically for use in off-grid solar systems. Unlike grid-tied systems. off-grid systems are not connected to the utility grid and operate independently, often in remote locations or areas without access to reliable electricity. 

Charge controllers are essential to your solar power system. You have to take into consideration whether you're using a PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) or an MPPT controller. At SanTan Solar, we carry MPPT charge controllers, these will be the primary discussion of this blog. 

In this segment of our series on building an off-grid solar power system is how to figure out how many solar panels you'll need for your solar system. The number of solar panels needed to go off-grid depends on the following factors:

• Amount of electricity you use
• Amount of usable mounting space
• Amount of direct daily sunlight
• The type of solar panel you need 

After discovering how much power you need to make per day, you'll need to determine how much usable sunshine you'll have.