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11 August 2022  |  Paul
What is Open Circuit Voltage (VOC)

In today's blog post we look at Open Circuit Voltages of Solar Panels and why it is important for your solar power system.

4 August 2022  |  Paul
Mixing 24 Volt & 12 Volt Systems

In today's article, we discuss mixing a 24 volt system with 12 volt batteries or appliances.

14 July 2022  |  Paul
Inverters for Microwave Ovens

Today we look at a common problem we've seen when selecting the appropriate inverter for use with your microwave oven.

2 Comments7 July 2022  |  Paul
Can I mix Solar Panels?

In today's blog article we look at if you can mix solar panels of different sizes and brands.

16 June 2022  |  Paul
Lithium battery flat but not charging? Here's why your BMS may be a factor

We take a look at the problem of flat lithium batteries not charging and why it's happening.

26 May 2022  |  Paul
Sodium-Ion Batteries. Are they the future?

Today we take a look at Sodium-Ion Batteries and ask, 'Can they really be the future of battery technology?'.

28 April 2022  |  Paul
PWM Vs MPPT Solar Controllers

We take a look at the pros & cons of MPPT & PWM solar controllers and discuss which one will provide the best results, depending on your environment.

1 Comment14 April 2022  |  Paul
Extending Cable for 12V Compressor Fridges

Installing a 12V compressor fridge can look quite simple on paper, but some not-so-obvious issues need to be taken into account to prevent problems. We take a look at these, how they may affect your build and what can be done to resolve these issues.

7 April 2022  |  Paul
Combined Chargers Vs Separate Chargers

In this article we look at combined charging solutions versus separate charging options and examine the benefits and drawbacks of both.

31 March 2022  |  Paul
How can I tell if my vehicle has a smart alternator

When looking at split charging, you might have seen the phrase 'Smart Alternator' mentioned (along with Euro5/6 engine); but what is a Smart Alternator and how can you tell if you have one?


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