What is an MPPT Solar Charge Controller?
MPPT charge controllers (Maximum Power Point Tracking) are more advanced and efficient.
- They use a specialized algorithm to constantly adjust the electrical operating point of the solar panels to extract the maximum available power.
- MPPT controllers can optimize the power output from solar panels even when the panels are not operating at their rated voltage or current.
- They can improve energy harvest by up to 30% compared to standard controllers, particularly in situations with partial shading, low temperatures, or when the battery voltage is different from the solar panel's maximum power point voltage.