{"product_id":"renogy-rover-li-20a-mppt-solar-charge-controller","title":"Renogy Rover Li 20A MPPT Solar Charge Controller","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; align-items: center; gap: 32px; margin: 0 0 40px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 2 1 320px; min-width: 0;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0643\/9128\/2937\/files\/rover-li-20a-mppt-solar-charge-controller-on-a-white-background.jpg\" alt=\"Rover Li 20A MPPT solar charge controller on a white background\" width=\"800\" height=\"1066\" style=\"display: block; width: 100%; height: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 3 1 320px; min-width: 0; text-wrap: pretty;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 0;\"\u003eThe Renogy Rover Li 20A MPPT Solar Charge Controller Charges 12V and 24V Batteries From Up to 520W of Solar\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Renogy Rover Li 20A MPPT Solar Charge Controller is a compact 20 A controller for off-grid solar systems. It detects 12V and 24V systems for non-lithium batteries, supports lithium batteries with a manual voltage setting, and has an RS485 port for Bluetooth monitoring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt fits smaller arrays on RVs, vans and cabins. Renogy rates it for up to 260 W of solar on a 12V battery and 520 W on a 24V battery, with solar input up to 100 V.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRenogy Rover Li 20A MPPT Solar Charge Controller Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAutomatic 12V and 24V Detection\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect the battery and the controller detects a 12V or 24V system for non-lithium batteries. Lithium batteries need a manual voltage setting. It works with AGM, sealed, flooded, gel, lithium and user-defined battery types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRS485 Port for Bluetooth Monitoring\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd the Renogy BT-2 Bluetooth module to the RS485 port and pair it with the Renogy DC Home app to watch charging data and change settings from your phone. One option includes the BT-2. The Controller Only option does not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMPPT Tracking Above 99%\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe controller follows the array's maximum power point as sunlight and temperature change. Renogy rates tracking efficiency above 99% and conversion efficiency up to 98%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFour-Stage Charging and Lithium Activation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLead-acid batteries charge in bulk, boost and float, with equalization available. Lithium batteries charge in bulk and boost. If a lithium battery's protection has shut it down, the controller can send a small current to wake it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDC Load Terminals With Timer Control\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect a DC load of 20 A or less to the load terminals. Renogy lists Auto On\/Off, Timer, Manual, Test and Always On modes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProtection and Heat Control\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElectronic protection covers reverse polarity, overcharging, over-discharging, overload, short circuit and reverse current. The included temperature sensor lets the controller adjust charging to the battery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReal-World Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRVs and vans.\u003c\/strong\u003e Charge a 12V house battery from a rooftop array and run a small DC load from the load terminals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCabins and sheds.\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep a 12V or 24V battery bank charged from a modest array.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoats and camping setups.\u003c\/strong\u003e Charge a small house battery on a boat or camping rig. Renogy says a qualified electrician should install a controller on a boat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePractical Comparison\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRover Li 20A Versus a PWM Controller\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn MPPT controller converts higher panel voltage into extra charge current at the battery, so panels do not have to match battery voltage. A PWM controller passes panel output straight through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eController Only Versus With Bluetooth Module\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth options use the same 20 A controller, temperature sensor and brackets. The Bluetooth option adds a BT-2 module, which links the RS485 port to the DC Home app.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuyer Guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMatch the Array to the Controller\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStay within the solar input limits Renogy lists. Check your string's open circuit voltage (Voc) against the 100 V limit before wiring, and connect the battery before the solar panels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFuses and Wire Size\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the battery fuse, Renogy's manual recommends 25 A to 30 A for this model. Renogy recommends a solar panel fuse sized at the array's total amps times 1.56. For solar input and battery output, the manual recommends 12 AWG for runs of 0 to 10 ft, 10 AWG for 11 to 20 ft and 8 AWG for 21 to 30 ft. Fuses on both the input and output sides are recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThis May Be A Good Fit If\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have a small to mid-size array on a 12V or 24V battery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a DC load output with timer control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou use lithium batteries and want a wake-up function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want optional Bluetooth monitoring in the DC Home app\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes It Detect 24V Lithium Batteries Automatically?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Automatic detection applies to non-lithium batteries. For lithium, set the battery type to Li and set the nominal voltage yourself. Renogy says lithium activation needs at least 16 V of solar input on a 12V system and at least 30 V on a 24V system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhich Bluetooth Module Does It Use?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe RS485 port works with the Renogy BT-2 Bluetooth module. The With Bluetooth Module option includes it, and the Controller Only option does not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow Many Watts of Solar Can It Handle?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRenogy rates the maximum combined solar input at 260 W for a 12V battery system and 520 W for a 24V system, with panel voltage up to 100 V.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Rover Li 20A MPPT Solar Charge Controller\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Remote Temperature Sensor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 x Mounting Brackets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 x Mounting Bracket Screws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Quick Guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Controller Only option includes the items above. The With Bluetooth Module option adds 1 x Renogy BT-2 Bluetooth Module.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompact Solar Charging for Small Systems\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Renogy Rover Li 20A MPPT Solar Charge Controller gives 12V and 24V systems MPPT charging, a DC load output and optional Bluetooth monitoring in a small housing. Questions about sizing or options? The Outbound Power team is happy to help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; max-width: 100%; overflow-x: auto;\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"8\" border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"background-color: rgb(242, 242, 242); text-align: left; width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRenogy Rover Li 20A MPPT Solar Charge Controller Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"background-color: rgb(242, 242, 242);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 44.1489%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.8511%;\"\u003eRNG-CTRL-RVR20-G2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNominal System Voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12V\/24V (auto recognition for non-lithium; manual setting for lithium)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRated Charge Current\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRated Load Current\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBattery Input Voltage Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10-32 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRated Solar Input Power\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e260 W (12V); 520 W (24V)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax Solar Input Power\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e520 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax Solar Input Voltage (Voc)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolar Input Voltage Range (Voc)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15-100 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 mA or less (12V); 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