Field test: PV Modules

A real world comparison between Mono, Poly, PERC and Dual PV Modules.

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Installation date: 09-03-2020
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* This is a field test and the results are specific for this installation on this location please research which is the best solution for your own situation as the results can be different based on environmental influences.

Total solar yield as of 27/03/2023 when the results were reset:
Mono: 9158 kWh
Split-cell: 9511 kWh
Poly: 9113 kWh
Perc: 9471 kWh
Perc-east: 1970 kWh
Perc-west: 1730 kWh

BatteryProtect: New instructional videos

Two new videos, for Battery Protect, have been added to the Victron Energy instructional video series.

  1. Introduction to the Victron Energy BatteryProtect
  2. How to program the BatteryProtect

Here are those videos.

Introduction to the Victron Energy BatteryProtect

How to program the BatteryProtect

BatteryProtect key features

Example schematic

BatteryProtect

What does BatteryProtect do?

BatteryProtect will disconnect the battery from non-essential loads before it is completely discharged (which would damage the battery) or before it has insufficient power left, to crank an engine for example.
Here are the features common to all models:

Model Range

12/24V models

In addition to the features above (if choosing a 12/24V model) these have automatic detection of 12 or 24 V system voltages.

48V model

Conclusion

We hope you find these instructional videos useful. Do let us know if there are others you would like to see. Videos for other Victron Energy products can be found in this blog category:

https://www.victronenergy.com/blog/category/instructional-videos/

BatteryProtect is an affordable multi function product, which can be fitted to new systems or as an upgrade to old ones. Learn more at: https://www.victronenergy.com/battery_protect/battery-protect

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