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I didn't solder mine on the 600 watt setup , to me they're the same sort of thing as tv coaxial cable .
In future if I come across these buggers you can buy an adaptor from that to Anderson which is the way I will do it .
All my other setups I have just cut those plugs off and joined in longer wires (soldered) then put Anderson on other end and or directly wired into solar regulator.
Haven't had any trouble with this setup yet but now I know they sell adaptors I will use them instead .
This article suggests soldering is acceptable if you don’t have the correct crimping tool. Like GQtdauto I’ve generally used anderson plugs, (& thicker cables than the MC4 can accomodate).
MC4 connectors are waterproof and are easier for connecting multiple panels together , but for single setups I don't really think it matters which way you go .
MC4 connectors are waterproof and are easier for connecting multiple panels together , but for single setups I don't really think it matters which way you go .
This is the one I use at camp, having LED flood lights makes battery power last much
longer, very happy with that
04 ST 3lt auto, not enough Mods to keep me happy, but getting there
Very nice setup threedogs , I used an old plastic screw container to house my regulator from the elements but yours looks much more professional and way neater .
Very nice setup threedogs , I used an old plastic screw container to house my regulator from the elements but yours looks much more professional and way neater .
I drilled some holes in the side for ventilation
Last edited by threedogs; 27th March 2017 at 04:23 PM.
04 ST 3lt auto, not enough Mods to keep me happy, but getting there
I have a 50 amp anderson plug on the front bar to plug in a panel.
that feeds the AUX battery, nothing comes off the start battery,
it only has one job and thats to start
It also has one of those blue watt meters as well
04 ST 3lt auto, not enough Mods to keep me happy, but getting there
Are you happy with the controller? It looks similar to the one I saw at Jaycar. 30a MPPT controller $259. Obviously not as robust as the redarc but if sealed like you have it heaps cheaper.
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