{"product_id":"renogy-rover-li-30a-mppt-solar-charge-controller","title":"Renogy Rover Li 30A 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-30a-mppt-solar-charge-controller-close-up-of-the-front-panel.jpg\" alt=\"Rover Li 30A MPPT solar charge controller close-up of the front panel\" width=\"999\" height=\"1331\" 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 30A MPPT Solar Charge Controller Handles Up to 800W of Solar on a 24V Battery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Renogy Rover Li 30A MPPT Solar Charge Controller is a 30 A controller for 12V and 24V off-grid systems. It detects the system voltage for non-lithium batteries, supports lithium batteries with a manual voltage setting, and has a load output for small DC devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRenogy rates it for up to 400 W of solar on a 12V battery and 800 W on a 24V battery. It suits mid-size RV, van and cabin arrays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRenogy Rover Li 30A MPPT Solar Charge Controller Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAutomatic 12V and 24V Detection\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe controller detects a 12V or 24V system on its own when you connect a non-lithium battery. For lithium, you set the voltage by hand. AGM, sealed, flooded, gel, lithium and user-defined battery types are supported.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBluetooth Monitoring Through the RS485 Port\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe RS485 port works with the Renogy BT-2 Bluetooth module, which pairs with the Renogy DC Home app for live data and settings changes on your phone. The BT-2 comes with one option. The Controller Only option leaves it out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMPPT Tracking Above 99%\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMPPT tracking follows the array's maximum power point throughout the day. 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 get bulk, boost and float charging, with equalization available. Lithium batteries get bulk and boost. When a lithium battery has been shut down by its own protection, 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\u003eThe load terminals power a DC load of 20 A or less. 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\u003eProtection covers reverse polarity, overcharging, over-discharging, overload, short circuit and reverse current. The included temperature sensor adjusts charging to battery temperature.\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 or 24V house bank from a larger rooftop array and power a DC load from the controller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCabins and sheds.\u003c\/strong\u003e Run a 24V battery bank from up to 800 W of panels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoats and camping setups.\u003c\/strong\u003e Charge a house battery on a boat or camping rig.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePractical Comparison\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRover Li 30A Versus a PWM Controller\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA PWM controller passes panel output straight to the battery, so panel and battery voltage must line up. An MPPT controller steps panel voltage down and raises charge current.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eController Only Versus With Bluetooth Module\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe controller, temperature sensor and brackets are the same in both options. Choose the Bluetooth option if you want the BT-2 module and DC Home app monitoring now, or Controller Only if you plan to add a module later.\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 30 A to 40 A for this model. Renogy recommends a solar panel fuse sized at the array's total amps times 1.56. The manual recommends 10 AWG for runs of 0 to 10 ft, 8 AWG to 10 AWG for 11 to 20 ft and 8 AWG for 21 to 30 ft, on both solar input and battery output. 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 need more than a 20 A controller can offer\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\u003eDoes It Come With a Bluetooth Module?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly with the Bluetooth option, which includes the Renogy BT-2 module for the RS485 port. The Controller Only option does not include one.\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 400 W for a 12V battery system and 800 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 30A 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\u003eMore Charge Current for 12V and 24V Systems\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Renogy Rover Li 30A MPPT Solar Charge Controller adds 30 A of MPPT charging, a DC load output and optional Bluetooth monitoring. Need help picking an option or sizing your array? 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 30A 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-RVR30-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\u003e30 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\u003e400 W (12V); 800 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\u003e800 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 (95 VDC recommended in low temperature)\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); 58 mA or less (24V)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"background-color: rgb(242, 242, 242);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharging\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMPPT Tracking Efficiency\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbove 99%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConversion Efficiency\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 98%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLead-Acid Algorithm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-stage (bulk, boost, float) with equalization\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLithium Algorithm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-stage (bulk, boost)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBattery Presets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAGM, Gel, Flooded, Li, User-defined\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Compensation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-3 mV\/°C\/2V (non-lithium); 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