{"product_id":"renogy-wanderer-li-30a-pwm-charge-controller","title":"Renogy Wanderer Li 30A PWM 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\/wanderer-li-30a-pwm-solar-charge-controller-on-a-white-background.jpg\" alt=\"Wanderer Li 30A PWM solar charge controller on a white background\" width=\"1226\" height=\"878\" 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 Wanderer Li 30A PWM Charge Controller Charges 12V Lithium and Lead-Acid Batteries at Up to 30A With a Simple One-Button Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Renogy Wanderer Li 30A PWM Charge Controller is a 30 A negative ground PWM controller for 12V off-grid systems. It charges sealed, gel, flooded and lithium batteries, and it can wake a lithium battery that has shut itself off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is made for small to mid-size 12V systems on RVs, trailers, boats and cabins. There is no menu to learn. You press one button to choose the battery type, and LED lights show the charging status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRenogy Wanderer Li 30A PWM Charge Controller Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOne Button Sets the Battery Type\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHold the gray button for about 7 seconds until the LED flashes, then press it again to choose the type. Green is sealed, orange is gel, red is flooded and blue is lithium. When the flashing stops, the setting is saved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLithium Mode and Battery Activation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLithium mode is programmed by default for a 12.8V lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery. For other lithium types, set the parameters to the battery maker's advice using the Renogy BT app. If a lithium battery has gone to sleep from over-discharge, the controller applies a small current to activate its protection circuit and starts normal charging once cell voltage is reached.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e4-Stage PWM Charging\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe controller charges in bulk, boost, float and equalization stages. Boost lasts 120 minutes. Equalization applies only to flooded batteries, runs every 28 days for 2 hours, and is not used for AGM, gel or lithium batteries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLED Status at a Glance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePV and battery LEDs show whether the panel is charging, the battery is in float, or there is an over-voltage, under-voltage, over-discharge or over-heating condition. The controller shuts down on its own if it overheats and resumes when the temperature changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRS232 Port and Optional Accessories\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe RS232 port works with the Renogy BT-1 Bluetooth module for phone monitoring. A remote temperature sensor port supports temperature compensation. Both the BT-1 and the temperature sensor are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReal-World Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRVs and trailers.\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep a 12V lithium or AGM house battery charged from a roof panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoats.\u003c\/strong\u003e Charge a 12V battery from a small solar array.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCabins.\u003c\/strong\u003e Charge a 12V bank that runs lights and small loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePractical Comparison\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWanderer Li 30A Versus an MPPT Controller\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA PWM controller passes panel output to the battery in pulses, so panel voltage must suit a 12V battery. This controller accepts up to 25 VDC at the panel input. An MPPT controller can accept higher panel voltage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLithium Mode Versus Lead-Acid Modes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRenogy's table lists a 14.2 V boost voltage for gel and lithium and 14.6 V for sealed and flooded. Lithium mode has no float stage and no equalization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuyer Guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMatch Panels to 12V and 25 VDC\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep your array's open circuit voltage (Voc) under 25 VDC. Connect the battery before the solar panel, because the controller needs a stable power source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFuse, Wire and Mounting\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRenogy's manual sets the controller-to-battery fuse at the controller's current rating, which is 30 A here. The maximum terminal size is 8 AWG (10 mm2). Mount it indoors on a vertical surface with 6 inches (150 mm) of clearance above and below. The controller ships without mounting screws.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThis May Be A Good Fit If\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou run a 12V battery or battery bank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou use lithium iron phosphate batteries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a one-button setup with LED indicators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou plan to add the BT-1 Bluetooth module later\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes It Work With 24V Systems?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Renogy's manual says it is optimized for 12 VDC systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes It Have an LCD or Load Terminals?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It uses LED indicators and has PV and battery terminals only. The ports are PV, battery, temperature sensor and RS232.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs the Bluetooth Module Included?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Renogy shows the BT-1 as an optional accessory sold separately, and says the controller is shipped by itself with no additional components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat Warranty Does It Have?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRenogy's spec table lists a 1-year material and workmanship warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Wanderer Li 30A PWM Charge Controller\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSimple Charging for 12V Lithium Systems\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Renogy Wanderer Li 30A PWM Charge Controller keeps setup simple and charges lithium, AGM, gel and flooded 12V batteries. Questions about pairing it with your panels or battery? 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 Wanderer Li 30A PWM 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-WND30-LI\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\u003e12 VDC\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\u003eMax PV Input Voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-Consumption\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 mA or less\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\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\u003eCharge Method\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-stage PWM (bulk, boost, float, equalization)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBattery Types\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSealed, Gel, Flooded, Lithium (LI\/LFP)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOver-Voltage Warning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharging Limit Voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15.5 V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoost Voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14.6 V (sealed, flooded); 14.2 V (gel, lithium)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFloat Voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.8 V (sealed, gel, flooded)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEqualization Voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14.8 V (flooded only)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoost Duration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEqualization Interval\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e28 days (flooded only)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"background-color: rgb(242, 242, 242);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReverse current, overcharging, short circuit, reverse polarity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"background-color: rgb(242, 242, 242);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonitoring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndicators\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePV and battery LEDs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommunication\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRS232 (Renogy BT-1 module sold separately)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"background-color: rgb(242, 242, 242);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize and Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.5 x 4.3 x 1.8 in \/ 163.8 x 109.6 x 44.7 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.65 lb \/ 0.29 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax Terminal Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 AWG \/ 10 mm2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrounding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNegative ground\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWorking Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-20°F to 113°F \/ -35°C to 45°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-31°F to 176°F\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFCC Part 15 Class B, RCM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"background-color: rgb(242, 242, 242);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-year material and workmanship warranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRenogy Wanderer Li 30A PWM Charge Controller Manuals\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eUser Manual\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0643\/9128\/2937\/files\/renogy-wanderer-li-30a-pwm-charge-controller-user-manual.pdf\" title=\"User Manual\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0643\/9128\/2937\/files\/user-manual-for-the-renogy-wanderer-li-30a-pwm-charge-controller.jpg\" alt=\"User Manual for the Renogy Wanderer Li 30A PWM Charge Controller\" width=\"100\" height=\"100\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; 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