Seeking your MPPT CC Advice - Off Grid

[Mike90250]

......Jinko 305w/36v potentially output 8 amp, with 2 panels is a 20amp CC the way to go, or should I spend a few more dollars on a larger capacity CC in case of future growth?....

That's 600W of panels. What's your battery bank voltage, that will determine the Controller amperage requirement. Most MPPT controllers are robust enough to take a bit of over panel, and will just throttle back to stay within limits. Check the fine print first.

600w:
12/15V = 40A
24/30V = 20A
48/60V = 10A

Only you can decide about future growth.
I have been very happy with Mornngstar products, but not all have built-in meters or web servers. Midnight KID might be an option for you.

[solar pete]

Hi TriggerGolf and welcome to solar panel talk.

Small off grid/back up systems are not my gig. However there are far more knowledgeable people around who might chime in and help you out.

Just a reminder that posting links is not really cool for newbie's but as its relevant to the post it's ok, cheers

[TriggerGolf]

Hi Friends,

I am about to acquire (2) Jinko 305w 36v panels. Plan is to get familiar with small off grid setup, used for garage to charge batteries & take on occasional camping trips. Possibly these panels and CC might get mounted on a van one day.

Considering the camping & van use, what MPPT charge controller vendors/models would you recommend? An LCD screen with in/out/charge state would be a nice to have. I have a Watts Up meter that I could wire in as an alternative.

Jinko 305w/36v potentially output 8 amp, with 2 panels is a 20amp CC the way to go, or should I spend a few more dollars on a larger capacity CC in case of future growth?

Is there a trusted/reliable solar panel sale websites you recommend ?

I found Rogue recommended in other posts, however this unit is out of stock

http://www.roguepowertech.com/products/chargecontrollers/mppt/mpt3048.htm

Thanks,
tG