This guide covers everything you need to know about solar charge controllers. Here’s what they are, how much they cost and more.

How to select a solar charge controller When designing your off-grid solar energy system, selecting the right solar charge controller is crucial to maximizing the efficiency of your power ...

MPPT controllers The most common type of solar charge controller these days is the maximum power point tracking variety, according to Persaud. As solar panels produce their irregular flow of power ...

A solar charge controller smooths out that variability so that batteries receive power at a constant and safe rate. It also sends a “trickle charge” when the battery is nearly full.