{"product_id":"30a-12v-24v-pwm-solar-charge-controller-lcd-usb","title":"30A 12V\/24V PWM Solar Charge Controller with LCD Display and USB","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"1924\" data-end=\"2133\"\u003eControl charging in a small solar battery setup with this \u003cstrong data-start=\"1469\" data-end=\"1520\"\u003eRTD1230 30A 12V\/24V PWM Solar Charge Controller\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed to sit between a suitable solar panel and battery system.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"1590\" data-end=\"1876\"\u003eThe controller is marked for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1619\" data-end=\"1640\"\u003e12V\/24V 30A + USB\u003c\/strong\u003e operation and has a built-in LCD display for checking system information. The front connection area includes screw terminals for battery, solar panel and load\/output wiring, plus a single USB Type-A output port for suitable 5V devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"2076\"\u003eThis is a practical solar regulator for low-voltage direct current projects such as caravan solar, camping power, shed lighting, small battery charging systems and other basic off-grid solar setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"2376\" data-end=\"2379\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ma7m6t\" data-start=\"2381\" data-end=\"2396\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2398\" data-end=\"2959\"\u003e• RTD1230 solar charge controller\u003cbr data-start=\"2431\" data-end=\"2434\"\u003e • 12V\/24V 30A + USB\u003cbr data-start=\"2460\" data-end=\"2463\"\u003e • PWM charge controller design\u003cbr data-start=\"2493\" data-end=\"2496\"\u003e • LCD display on top panel\u003cbr data-start=\"2522\" data-end=\"2525\"\u003e • 1x USB Type-A output port\u003cbr data-start=\"2552\" data-end=\"2555\"\u003e • Screw terminal connections for battery, solar panel and load\/output wiring\u003cbr data-start=\"2631\" data-end=\"2634\"\u003e • Terminal icons shown for battery, solar panel and load\/output connection points\u003cbr data-start=\"2715\" data-end=\"2718\"\u003e • Integrated mounting tabs with screw holes\u003cbr data-start=\"2761\" data-end=\"2764\"\u003e • Black housing with blue and white top label\u003cbr data-start=\"2809\" data-end=\"2812\"\u003e • Suitable for small low-voltage solar battery charging projects when correctly matched with the battery, solar panel, wiring and fuse protection\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"2961\" data-end=\"2964\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"12uqtvs\" data-start=\"2966\" data-end=\"2988\"\u003eCompatibility Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2990\" data-end=\"3643\"\u003e• Designed for 12V and 24V direct current solar battery systems\u003cbr data-start=\"3053\" data-end=\"3056\"\u003e • Use with a suitable photovoltaic solar panel and compatible battery system\u003cbr data-start=\"3132\" data-end=\"3135\"\u003e • Battery type must be confirmed from the supplied manual before use\u003cbr data-start=\"3203\" data-end=\"3206\"\u003e • Do not use with lithium or lithium iron phosphate batteries unless the supplied manual specifically confirms support\u003cbr data-start=\"3324\" data-end=\"3327\"\u003e • Not a Maximum Power Point Tracking controller\u003cbr data-start=\"3374\" data-end=\"3377\"\u003e • Not for 230V mains power\u003cbr data-start=\"3403\" data-end=\"3406\"\u003e • Not a complete solar kit\u003cbr data-start=\"3432\" data-end=\"3435\"\u003e • A suitable direct current fuse or circuit breaker should be installed close to the battery on the positive cable\u003cbr data-start=\"3549\" data-end=\"3552\"\u003e • Use correctly rated cable, terminals, fuses and weather protection for the installation\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"3645\" data-end=\"3648\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"nucr17\" data-start=\"3650\" data-end=\"3678\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"3680\" data-end=\"4728\"\u003e• Model: RTD1230\u003cbr data-start=\"3696\" data-end=\"3699\"\u003e • Product Type: Solar charge controller\u003cbr data-start=\"3738\" data-end=\"3741\"\u003e • Charging Method: Pulse Width Modulation\u003cbr data-start=\"3782\" data-end=\"3785\"\u003e • Rated Current: 30A\u003cbr data-start=\"3805\" data-end=\"3808\"\u003e • System Voltage: 12V \/ 24V\u003cbr data-start=\"3835\" data-end=\"3838\"\u003e • Display: LCD display\u003cbr data-start=\"3860\" data-end=\"3863\"\u003e • Universal Serial Bus Output: 1x USB Type-A output, exact current rating to be verified\u003cbr data-start=\"3951\" data-end=\"3954\"\u003e • Terminal Layout: Battery, solar panel and load\/output terminals\u003cbr data-start=\"4019\" data-end=\"4022\"\u003e • Connection Type: Screw terminals\u003cbr data-start=\"4056\" data-end=\"4059\"\u003e • Polarity Markings: Positive and negative symbols shown on front label\u003cbr data-start=\"4130\" data-end=\"4133\"\u003e • Mounting Style: Integrated mounting tabs with screw holes\u003cbr data-start=\"4192\" data-end=\"4195\"\u003e • Housing Colour: Black\u003cbr data-start=\"4218\" data-end=\"4221\"\u003e • Top Label Colour: Blue and white\u003cbr data-start=\"4255\" data-end=\"4258\"\u003e • Product Markings: LCD Display, PWM Charging, Voltage Control, Automatic Control, Full Electronic Protection\u003cbr data-start=\"4367\" data-end=\"4370\"\u003e • Not Confirmed From Images: Battery chemistry, maximum solar input voltage, maximum solar input wattage, USB output current, fuse size, cable size, waterproof rating\u003cbr data-start=\"4536\" data-end=\"4539\"\u003e • Included Items: 1x RTD1230 solar charge controller\u003cbr data-start=\"4591\" data-end=\"4594\"\u003e • Condition: New\u003cbr data-start=\"4610\" data-end=\"4613\"\u003e • Product Category: Solar panels and accessories\u003cbr data-start=\"4661\" data-end=\"4664\"\u003e • Applications: Caravan solar, camping power, battery charging\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"4730\" data-end=\"4733\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"6hv2og\" data-start=\"4735\" data-end=\"4754\"\u003ePackage Includes\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"4756\" data-end=\"4808\"\u003e• 1x RTD1230 30A 12V\/24V PWM solar charge controller\u003cbr\u003e• 1x user manual\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"5362\" data-end=\"5423\"\u003e*Does not include solar panel, battery, wiring, fuse or circuit breaker, mounting hardware, inverter, lights or direct current loads, installation tools. The image is for illustrative purposes only. Due to variations in camera settings, lighting, manufacturing processes, monitors, and supply, colours may differ. Product appearance and specifications are subject to change without notice.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eCombine \u0026amp; Save. Explore our range of cables, parts and accessories. We offer \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ebulk discounts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to New Zealand-based \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ebusinesses\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eschools\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003c\/strong\u003eand \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003egovernment agencies\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003cstrong\u003econtact us for pricing on larger orders!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"laqy70\" data-start=\"4983\" data-end=\"5014\"\u003eImportant Installation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"5016\" data-end=\"5754\"\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eConnect the battery first\u003c\/strong\u003e so the controller can detect the system voltage correctly\u003cbr data-start=\"5101\" data-end=\"5104\"\u003e • Then connect the solar panel\u003cbr data-start=\"5134\" data-end=\"5137\"\u003e • Then connect the load\/output if required\u003cbr data-start=\"5179\" data-end=\"5182\"\u003e • Use a suitable direct current fuse or circuit breaker on the positive cable between the battery and controller\u003cbr data-start=\"5294\" data-end=\"5297\"\u003e • The fuse should be installed as close to the battery as practical\u003cbr data-start=\"5364\" data-end=\"5367\"\u003e• Always size the fuse to protect the cable, not just the controller\u003cbr data-start=\"5574\" data-end=\"5577\"\u003e • Use correctly rated direct current cable, terminals and fuse hardware\u003cbr data-start=\"5648\" data-end=\"5651\"\u003e • Installation should be carried out by someone familiar with low-voltage direct current solar wiring\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 1.5em;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (FAQs):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"nk2dm4\" data-start=\"5777\" data-end=\"5814\"\u003eIs this an MPPT solar controller?\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"5816\" data-end=\"5946\"\u003eNo. This unit is marked as a PWM solar charge controller. It should not be described as a Maximum Power Point Tracking controller.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1ormam4\" data-start=\"5948\" data-end=\"5982\"\u003eWhat model is this controller?\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"5984\" data-end=\"6029\"\u003eThe product images show the model as RTD1230.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"5zsuog\" data-start=\"6031\" data-end=\"6070\"\u003eDoes this have one USB port or two?\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"6072\" data-end=\"6123\"\u003eThe product images show one USB Type-A output port.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1hkdaaa\" data-start=\"6125\" data-end=\"6169\"\u003eCan this be used with lithium batteries?\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"6171\" data-end=\"6369\"\u003eDo not use this controller with lithium or lithium iron phosphate batteries unless the supplied manual specifically confirms compatibility. The product images do not confirm lithium battery support.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"i6se6y\" data-start=\"6371\" data-end=\"6410\"\u003eWhat battery types does it support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"6412\" data-end=\"6559\"\u003eBattery chemistry is not confirmed from the images. Please check the supplied manual before installation and use only with supported battery types.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"jq6u2n\" data-start=\"6561\" data-end=\"6619\"\u003eShould I use a fuse with this solar charge controller?\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"6621\" data-end=\"6814\"\u003eYes. A suitably rated direct current fuse or circuit breaker should be installed on the positive cable between the battery and the solar charge controller, as close to the battery as practical.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"6816\" data-end=\"6951\"\u003eFor a 30A controller, a 40A fuse or direct current circuit breaker is commonly used, provided the cable is also rated for that current.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"6953\" data-end=\"7113\"\u003eAlways size the fuse to protect the cable, not just the controller. Use correctly rated direct current cable, terminals and fuse hardware for your installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"icz0av\" data-start=\"7115\" data-end=\"7167\"\u003eCan I connect this directly to 230V mains power?\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"7169\" data-end=\"7270\"\u003eNo. This is for low-voltage direct current solar systems only. Do not connect it to 230V mains power.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"flvtyw\" data-start=\"7272\" data-end=\"7305\"\u003eIs this a complete solar kit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"7307\" data-end=\"7440\"\u003eNo. This is the controller only. Solar panel, battery, wiring, fuse or circuit breaker, mounting hardware and loads are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"13mwtzt\" data-start=\"7442\" data-end=\"7480\"\u003eWhat order should I connect it in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"7482\" data-end=\"7654\"\u003eConnect the battery first, then the solar panel, then the load\/output if required. 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