With my recent move to lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) batteries, I decided it was also time to upgrade to a Victron Energy SmartSolar charge controller. For two years, I had relied on a Renogy Rover 40A MPPT charge controller to keep a bank of flooded lead acid batteries healthy. It…
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When Solar Isn’t Enough: Charging LiFePO4 Batteries From the Grid
My Gear of Choice: Jump below to see What Gear Makes the Cut in my Ham Shack As a licensed ham, I rely on lithium iron phosphate or LiFePO4 batteries to keep my gear running 24 hours a day. In fact, I am continuously on backup power. I have utility…