Pairing solar panels with energy storage is becoming increasingly popular -- and for good reason. Homeowners who install a battery alongside their rooftop solar array unlock the ability to store solar ...

Learn how to size charge controllers, inverters, and solar panels already on hand with a goal of future expansion. Welcome to our series answering reader questions and concerns about how to cut the ...

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A solar charge controller is a device found in a photovoltaic (PV) energy system that controls the amount of power that can be transmitted to an electric storage battery. By controlling the charge ...

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If you’re planning to do your bit to save the planet by turning to solar energy, then you need a handy solar charge controller to ensure proper use. Such controllers deliver the power from the PV ...