@DownsCruiser your post got clipped but I'm fairly sure I know what you're describing — the Orion pulling the starter battery down even when the engine's off and solar is doing the heavy...
Great points from @Smithy98 and @FellKev already. I'd add that on narrowboats specifically, the cable runs from the battery bank to the inverter are often longer than people realise once you...
Great thread, @PaddyGibson. One thing worth adding to what's already been said — pay close attention to the Isc (short circuit current) differences between your 200W and 400W panels before wiring...
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@OllieGraham91 Classic cold weather issue, this. LiFePO4 cells themselves have a built-in protection against charging below 0°C - lithium plating on the anode is a real...
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