what size solar panels and what size batterise4 do i need to run a DC pump that draws 4amp at 24 volts
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The best way to power the pump is to use four, six volt batteries wired in series. http://www.zbattery.com/Connecting-Batteries-in-Series-or-Parallel
1636541
Most 100 watt panels are about 5 amp. I use 2, but I also have 4 - 6 volt batteries and a charge controller connected. I am not sure if that is needed.
1636542
As far as my knowledge is concern and base on the information I received together with the product, the maximum watts it can operate is 155 so to play it safe, you need at least 200 watts and two 12 v batteries for 24/7 operation.
1636543
I just installed one of these pumps and I used one, 100 watt panel wired directly to the pump. It operates just fine, only runs when the sun is just right on the panel but where I am in Calif. it operates for about 4 hours this time of year and probably will run longer in the summer. It also pumps about 1.6 gal. per min. which is very adequate for my use. The 4 amp at 24 volts is the max amount of amps that the pump will handle.. I think my panel put out a max of 2.6 amps. Hope this helps. I opted not to use batteries, just more upkeep and expense.
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300 watts of solar panels to charge the batteries and run the pump. 4 group 24 deep cycle should due and a 30 amp charger. also there have been problems with pump and i have one go out after just three months. so you might look at another pump
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If your batteries are connected in series to give 24 V DC, I would not recommend that you use this inverter because it is meant to be used with a 12 V DC supply. Instead you may want to find a 24 V DC to 110V AC Inverter such as the "Power Bright ML1500-24 1500 Watt 24 Volt DC To 110 Volt AC Power Inverter". Amazon has this product also. If in doubt, have an electrician assist with the installation.
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charge controller and a marine battery deep cycle gel and a inverter that hooks to said battery to convert 12 volts to 120 volts also remember to look at running watts of pool pump at least a 400 to 800 watt inverter can buy anywhere
1014216
Each 24 volt ePVL-144 supplies a maximum amperage of (144watt / 24v = 6 amps) to the charge controller. Three of them wired in parrallel ( with proper blocking diodes) will produce a maximum amperage of 18 amps (3 x 6 amps = 18 amps) input into the charge controller Assuming you wire your batteries in a 2 x 2 bank for 24v @ 200 amp-hour capacity, you will need a 24volt charge controller capable of handling a minimum of 20 amps input. You may want to get a 30 amp controller for a little extra amperage headroom for safety. Your inverter needs to accept 24v input and have enough wattage on each outlet to power you desired equipment. Your battery bank has a maximum power output of ((24v x 100 amp) x 2 banks)= 4800 watts for one hour. It is not recommended to fully discharge the batteries or to run the battery bank at maximum amp capacity (200 amp hours in your case). AGMs should be discharged no more than 80% of thier rated power (100 amp-hour x 0.80 = 80 amp-hour). In your arrangement this reduces your useable wattage to ( 4800 watt-hours x 0.80 = 3840 watt-hours). I would say a 5000 watt inverter would safely handle you battery capabilities. The inverter needs to accept 24volt DC input and should be a true or 'pure' sine wave variety if you will be powering sensitive equipment like computers. You could use several smaller wattage inverters in a stacked configuration if you do not have the funds for the larger inverter. For example you could start with a 1000 watt inverter and add up to 4 more as your budget permits. Be sure to buy stackable inverters if going this route. Here is a link to AGM battery information http://batteryuniversity.com/learn/article/absorbent_glass_mat_agm Steve
1736596
I bought two panels, have not installed them yet. Starting out with 4 batteries @ 100 amps, plan on going to 8 and adding two more panels
1311912
You need to connect the panel with solar wire connectors like the MC4. You can connect to several batteries as long as they are connected with the correct voltage ie 12 or 24 volts depending on which way you go with the charge controller. Connecting 12v batteries in parallel will give you 12v. Go in series and you get 24v.
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I have mine hard wired to TWO, Dasol 135w, 18 volt nominal solar panels at 45 feet water level pumping up hill 100 feet and I get approximately 200 to 400 gallons per day depending on solar aspect the pump handles it perfectly slows down and speeds up and just works flawlessly knock on wood, this is my second pump as the first pump the basket that runs the diaphragm broke when I was messing with it. For the price you cannot beat it..Gkwholesale rules
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The one I bought was already set up to run 24 volt. It's in the directions.
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you need 24 vdc battery you can get 2 12vdc deep cycle batteries and connect them together Negative to positive that leves a neg and pos open this will give you the 24 vdc that is comming out of the panels and your charger will need to be 24 -48 vdc theses panels out put at 30vdc
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You should look at running 2 - possible 3 100 watt panels, if an upgrade for future look at 10 gauge panel wire, it seems your running 12 volt, but your inverter and charger will depend. I've got a 40 amp 12/24 charger but batteries will run at 12 bought in a kit with 6 100 watt panels but told to only run 5 as my 60 amp also takes 1600 watts if at 24, but running at 12 so 800 watts mix up and I was sent a 12 both are mppt, you can probably run 5-6 100 watts if you have 2/ 25 amps combined, if not mppt they will keep charging but at a lower rate will destroy your batteries if not in use all the time, go with 10 gauge wire you will be happier. You should look at running 2 - possible 3 100 watt panels, if an upgrade for future look at 10 gauge panel wire, it seems your running 12 volt, but your inverter and charger will depend. I've got a 40 amp 12/24 charger but batteries will run at 12 bought in a kit with 6 100 watt panels but told to only run 5 as my 60 amp also takes 1600 watts if at 24, but running at 12 so 800 watts mix up and I was sent a 12 both are mppt, you can probably run 5-6 100 watts if you have 2/ 25 amps combined, if not mppt they will keep charging but at a lower rate will destroy your batteries if not in use all... » Read More You should look at running 2 - possible 3 100 watt panels, if an upgrade for future look at 10 gauge panel wire, it seems your running 12 volt, but your inverter and charger will depend. I've got a 40 amp 12/24 charger but batteries will run at 12 bought in a kit with 6 100 watt panels but told to only run 5 as my 60 amp also takes 1600 watts if at 24, but running at 12 so 800 watts mix up and I was sent a 12 both are mppt, you can probably run 5-6 100 watts if you have 2/ 25 amps combined, if not mppt they will keep charging but at a lower rate will destroy your batteries if not in use all the time, go with 10 gauge wire you will be happier. « Show Less
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Hey Edwars O. Not sure. What type/sort of system are you putting together? 6V 12V? What are you needing to run, and for how long? What are your energy needs? I can't answer your question my friend without more info. I personally use the 400 watt system with another 100 watt panel. I match my batt bank so every 100 watt of solar for 100Ah of storage. Yes, it is over kill for just myself! I'm still in the learning processes if you will. The panels that come with this kit have zero issues with charging the batteries on cloudy days. I'm very happy with this basic system so far!!
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I would not recommend hooking this directly to a solar panel...the pump will be damaged at low output voltages from the panel...instead use the solar panel to charge a small 12V battery that in turn powers the pump. Put a low battery cut-off between the pump and battery to protect the battery. Depending upon how long you want the pump to run a small 6-12 Ah battery would be sufficient for 8-10 hours between charge cycles.
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best to run panel power through a voltage regulator then to a 12 volt battery , then from the battery to the pump.thats how I run mine with no problems.
856823
You will need a power inverter, solar panels, cabling, fuse, and batteries. Everything depends on the power needed by the pump and where the inverter and batteries will be located. I recommend watching youtube videos on the subject before spending a dime.
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Depending on how many panels your connecting there are options 12 or 24 volt this is a link to the Renogy downloads with several schematics for different configurations. This link goes to the 2 panel setup using connectors http://renogy.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/200W-1x2.pdf. The next link takes you to the downloads page where you will find the configurations. http://renogy.com/renogy-solar/products/downloads/ Hope it helps.
1570341
Do not hook up to 24 volts, it's For 12v to 13.5 dc volt . You can find good one inverter 24 volt @http://www.theinverterstore.com/2500-watt-power-inverter-24-volt.html
147346
I have no idea, only got this to recharge laptop for offline use, and help recharge battery for dc water pump for sluice.Have seen a web site for, I believe a 20 or 30 watt solar panel for this kind of pump, direct connect with solar hot water heater for RV. Hope this helps.