{"product_id":"rich-solar-bravo-air-30-30-amp-pwm-flush-mount-solar-charge-controller","title":"Rich Solar BRAVO AIR 30 | 30 Amp PWM Flush Mount Solar Charge Controller","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Rich Solar BRAVO AIR 30 Flush-Mount PWM Solar Charge Controller Adds Bluetooth Monitoring to 12V RV and Marine Systems\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRich Solar BRAVO AIR 30 Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFour-Stage PWM Charging\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePWM 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBuilt-In Bluetooth Monitoring\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLithium and Lead-Acid Profiles\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCharging 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAutomatic Temperature Compensation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe controller adjusts charging voltage based on ambient temperature, and it supports an external battery temperature sensor (BTS) for more accurate compensation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eClean Flush-Mount Installation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMulti-Protection and Certifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElectronic 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReal-World Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRVs and travel trailers.\u003c\/strong\u003e Replace a dated wall controller with a flush-mount unit you can also check from your phone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCamper vans.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mount it in a cabinet face and monitor roof solar from the driver's seat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoats.\u003c\/strong\u003e Charge a 12V house battery from deck or bimini panels with a tidy installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTruck campers and small cabins.\u003c\/strong\u003e Manage up to 30A of 12V panel current for lights, fans and electronics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow It Compares to Common Alternatives\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVersus the Rich Solar RS-PWM30F.\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVersus an MPPT controller.\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVersus a surface-mount controller.\u003c\/strong\u003e Surface-mount controllers sit on the wall and expose their wiring. The BRAVO AIR 30 sits flush for a cleaner look in living spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs This Controller the Right Fit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBattery voltage.\u003c\/strong\u003e The BRAVO AIR 30 is designed for 12V battery systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePanels.\u003c\/strong\u003e Maximum open-circuit solar input is 25V, so use 12V nominal panels wired in parallel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrounding.\u003c\/strong\u003e The controller is positive ground. Confirm this suits your system's wiring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnvironment.\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis may be a good fit if\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have a 12V RV, van or boat solar system up to 30A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a flush-mount controller with Bluetooth monitoring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou use LiFePO4, LTO, AGM, GEL, flooded or calcium batteries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a UL 1741 certified controller\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes the BRAVO AIR 30 Need a Bluetooth Module?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Bluetooth is built in. Use the RICH SOLAR app to monitor charging status and battery information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I Use It on a 24V System?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Rich Solar designed the BRAVO AIR 30 for 12V battery systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I Wire Panels in Series?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot with typical 12V panels. The maximum solar input is 25V open circuit, so wire 12V panels in parallel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill It Wake Up a Lithium Battery?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Automatic BMS activation can reactivate a protected LiFePO4 battery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Rich Solar BRAVO AIR 30 30A Flush Mount PWM Solar Charge Controller (RS-PWM30PF)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlush-Mount Charging With App Monitoring\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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. 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