Dougal
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The mains battery charger also has dual outputs and 'smart charges' with priority to starter battery. Presumably then, both with 'play nicely' with each other;-)
Solar Panel Question?
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Trundlebug
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Yes it's all automatic, they all sort it out between themselves so you don't have to worry and can carry on enjoying yourself. Happy Days
Dougal
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Sorry guys but one more question if I may... Does anyone have any recommendations for a DUAL charge regulator for the 100-120watt range? The one recommended or suggested by the panel maker has a design I REALLY don't want... The front cover of the regulator only has a sticky label with all the writing on, instead of being printed or cast into the plastic. Had one before and not only do they fade from UV light, but also start to peel at the edges after a short time in the marine environment. Like this one: http://www.sunstore.co.uk/EP-Solar-Duo-Battery-Solar-Charge-Controller-12-24v-10A.html
vyv_cox
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I have a controller similar to the one in your link in my motorhome. It seems to work well but is not normally in view inside a cupboard, so no issues with the label. The one I have on the boat is the 11 amp version of these http://sunworks.co.uk/product-category/controllers/dual-battery-controllers/ although it was only 9 amps when I bought mine. Has worked well for many years, when it developed a fault it was repaired cheaply and promptly.
VicS
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wouldn't you mount the regulator in some protected position below decks where it will not be exposed to UV or the "marine environment". It should be close to the batteries as it senses ambient temperature as one of its controlling functions unless you also fit a remote temperature sensor
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Dougal
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But unless i fit yet another remote component, i will want it in CLEAR view to see readouts