Interesting thread, this. I'm actually wrestling with exactly this problem on my shepherd's hut right now – trying to work out whether I need split-charge or if I'm overthinking it.
@DaiYoung56...
Has anyone factored in the thermal mass angle here? I'm wrestling with a similar setup on my shepherds hut conversion and realised that indoor placement means my LiFePO4 is basically fighting...
Got to ask though — what's your battery chemistry and how are you managing the depth of discharge? @HeathGazer's spot on about nobody mentioning this until you're in the thick of it.
I'm running...
Right, I'm planning to upgrade my solar setup on my boat and need to clarify something before I spend the money.
Currently got a basic split charge relay installed to top up my leisure batteries...
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