Going solar

[GQtdauto]

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 .

[Cuppa]

Does anyone know the correct way to fit these connectors.
Some Ive fully soldered but that doesn't seem right.

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/5-x-MC4-S...gAAOSw-zxWnC3A

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).

http://www.sustainablesolutions.co.n...mc4-connectors

[threedogs]

I have Anderson but on some thread they said that these MC4 were the go.
Its only for short run of say 5mtrs tops

[GQtdauto]

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 .

[threedogs]

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

[GQtdauto]

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 .

[threedogs]

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

[GQtdauto]

Yeah did similar but mine in the bottom of container

[threedogs]

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

[Covo71]

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.