12 V 10 A Solar Charge Controller Board (Assembled)
This assembled board is designed for solar battery charging with adjustable voltage control and status indication. Performance depends on proper installation and operating conditions.
Solar Input:
- Supported solar panel power: 10 W to 100 W
- Open circuit voltage (Voc): 17 V to 24 V DC
- Maximum input current: up to 10 A
Charging Configuration:
- Linear charging using op-amp controlled P-channel MOSFET
- Charging voltage adjustable via onboard preset (RV1)
- Low dropout operation (approximately 0.7 V, depends on components)
Battery Compatibility:
- Supports 1 Ah to 60 Ah batteries
- Compatible with Lead Acid and Sealed Lead Acid (SLA) batteries
- Can be configured for Ni-Cd and Lithium batteries with appropriate voltage settings
Indicators:
- LED indicators for:
- Charging status
- Low battery condition
- Fully charged status
Protection Features:
- Reverse polarity protection (prevents operation if solar input is reversed)
Board Specifications:
- PCB dimensions: approximately 8 cm × 5 cm
- Compact layout for installation in small enclosures
Construction:
- Fully assembled board
- Uses through-hole components
Configuration:
- Ready to use with solar panel and battery connections
- Charging behavior depends on adjustment and battery type
Intended Use:
- Solar battery charging systems
- Small solar power and backup applications
- DIY solar and energy storage projects