The Rich Solar BRAVO AIR 30 Flush-Mount PWM Solar Charge Controller Adds Bluetooth Monitoring to 12V RV and Marine Systems
The Rich Solar BRAVO AIR 30 (RS-PWM30PF) is a 30A PWM solar charge controller for 12V battery systems that installs flush with a wall or cabinet panel. It combines PWM and MOSFET charging with four-stage charge control, built-in Bluetooth monitoring through the RICH SOLAR app, and an LCD with LED indicators on the front panel.
The BRAVO AIR 30 supports GEL, AGM, flooded, calcium, LTO and LiFePO4 batteries, can automatically reactivate a protected LiFePO4 battery, and is certified to UL 1741, FCC, CE, EMC and RoHS standards. It accepts up to 25V of solar input, which suits 12V panels wired in parallel on RVs, trailers, campers, vans and boats.
Rich Solar BRAVO AIR 30 Features
Four-Stage PWM Charging
PWM and MOSFET charging delivers efficient, stable charging through bulk, absorption, equalization and float stages, so each battery type gets the charge it needs as it fills.
Built-In Bluetooth Monitoring
Connect to the RICH SOLAR app to check charging status and battery information from your phone, without adding a separate module. The LCD and LED indicators show real-time status at the controller too.
Lithium and Lead-Acid Profiles
Charging settings cover GEL, AGM, flooded, calcium, LTO and LiFePO4 batteries. Automatic BMS activation can wake a LiFePO4 battery whose BMS has shut it off for protection.
Automatic Temperature Compensation
The controller adjusts charging voltage based on ambient temperature, and it supports an external battery temperature sensor (BTS) for more accurate compensation.
Clean Flush-Mount Installation
The BRAVO AIR 30 installs flush with the surrounding panel for a clean, finished look. It is designed for vertical wall mounting and accepts up to #8 AWG stranded wire at the power terminals.
Multi-Protection and Certifications
Electronic protection guards against reverse polarity, short circuit, over-temperature, over-voltage and overload, with over-temperature protection during charging at 185°F. The controller is certified to UL 1741, FCC, CE, EMC and RoHS standards.
Real-World Applications
RVs and travel trailers. Replace a dated wall controller with a flush-mount unit you can also check from your phone.
Camper vans. Mount it in a cabinet face and monitor roof solar from the driver's seat.
Boats. Charge a 12V house battery from deck or bimini panels with a tidy installation.
Truck campers and small cabins. Manage up to 30A of 12V panel current for lights, fans and electronics.
How It Compares to Common Alternatives
Versus the Rich Solar RS-PWM30F. Both are 30A, 12V flush-mount PWM controllers with lithium BMS activation and UL 1741 certification. The BRAVO AIR 30 adds built-in Bluetooth app monitoring and LTO and LiFePO4 profiles.
Versus an MPPT controller. An MPPT controller such as the Rich Solar BRAVO 30 accepts higher input voltage and converts surplus voltage into current. The BRAVO AIR 30 is simpler and works well with 12V panels wired in parallel.
Versus a surface-mount controller. Surface-mount controllers sit on the wall and expose their wiring. The BRAVO AIR 30 sits flush for a cleaner look in living spaces.
Is This Controller the Right Fit
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Battery voltage. The BRAVO AIR 30 is designed for 12V battery systems.
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Panels. Maximum open-circuit solar input is 25V, so use 12V nominal panels wired in parallel.
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Grounding. The controller is positive ground. Confirm this suits your system's wiring.
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Environment. Operating temperature is -13°F to 122°F (-25°C to 50°C) at 0 to 85% humidity, and the IP22 rating calls for a dry interior location.
This may be a good fit if
- You have a 12V RV, van or boat solar system up to 30A
- You want a flush-mount controller with Bluetooth monitoring
- You use LiFePO4, LTO, AGM, GEL, flooded or calcium batteries
- You want a UL 1741 certified controller
Common Questions
Does the BRAVO AIR 30 Need a Bluetooth Module?
No. Bluetooth is built in. Use the RICH SOLAR app to monitor charging status and battery information.
Can I Use It on a 24V System?
No. Rich Solar designed the BRAVO AIR 30 for 12V battery systems.
Can I Wire Panels in Series?
Not with typical 12V panels. The maximum solar input is 25V open circuit, so wire 12V panels in parallel.
Will It Wake Up a Lithium Battery?
Yes. Automatic BMS activation can reactivate a protected LiFePO4 battery.
What's Included
- 1 x Rich Solar BRAVO AIR 30 30A Flush Mount PWM Solar Charge Controller (RS-PWM30PF)
Flush-Mount Charging With App Monitoring
The Rich Solar BRAVO AIR 30 gives 12V RVs, vans and boats four-stage PWM charging, built-in Bluetooth and broad lithium support in a clean flush-mount design. At Outbound Power, we help customers match controllers to their panels, batteries and wiring. If you have questions, our team is happy to help.
Rich Solar BRAVO AIR 30 Specifications
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| Model |
BRAVO AIR 30 (RS-PWM30PF) |
| Controller Type |
PWM with MOSFET, 4-stage (bulk, absorption, equalization, float) |
| System Voltage |
12V |
| Rated Solar Panel Current |
30A max |
| Maximum Solar Array Voltage (No Load) |
25V DC |
| Lowest Operating Voltage (Solar or Battery Side) |
8V DC |
| Standby Current at Night |
10mA max |
| Maximum Voltage Drop (Solar to Battery) |
0.25V DC |
| Battery Types |
GEL, AGM, flooded, calcium, LTO, LiFePO4 |
| Lithium Support |
Automatic BMS activation for LiFePO4 |
| Temperature Compensation |
Automatic, external BTS supported |
| Monitoring |
Built-in Bluetooth (RICH SOLAR app), LCD with LED indicators |
| Protection |
Reverse polarity, short circuit, over-temperature, over-voltage, overload |
| Over-Temperature Protection (Charging) |
185°F (85°C) |
| Grounding |
Positive ground |
| Operating Temperature |
-13°F to 122°F (-25°C to 50°C) |
| Storage Temperature |
-40°F to 185°F (-40°C to 85°C) |
| Operating Humidity |
0 to 85% RH |
| Mounting |
Flush mount, vertical wall mounting |
| Power Terminal Wire Size |
Up to #8 AWG stranded |
| Power Terminal Torque |
6.2 to 7.1 in-lb (0.7 to 0.8 N·m) |
| Housing |
PC plastic |
| IP Grade |
IP22 |
| Certifications |
UL 1741, FCC, CE, EMC, RoHS |