I dont see a solar panel? Does it need a controller?
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If you order the panels from Goal Zero then no additional hardware is needed. Check compatibility www.goalzero.com
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No need for a controller. We have a solar panel for when we don't have access to ac, however we keep the goal zero plugged into ac so it's ready to use anytime. We have the Goal Zero 33001 Extreme Universal Inverter attached to it as well so we can plug in our computer & printer & label machine etc when we're traveling off the grid and need to get some work done.
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It is sold separately. It can be used without a solar panel, but I would be lost without my universal inverter. I purchased a separate hard panel and never used it. I charge the 350 up before going out. If you are planning on using it for more than 4 or 5 days, and for more than charging phones, etc., I would get a solar panel to recharge it.
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It does not come with a solar panel. You can use solar to charge the pack, but the panel is a separate purchase.
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I was not aware of one and I hooked it up without breaking it.If you have a panel in the sun however, I would think that hooking up the batteries and any accessories first would be the right thing to do, followed by the panels connection
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You can use the device without the solar panels connected. The panels are just used to charge the device.
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Nothing else is required. I had my panels hooked up all winter long to a skidsteer and a tractor. Both fired right up in the spring. My understanding is that a controller is not needed with the 5 watt panels.
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All solar panels should use charge controllers. For this controller you need at least a 5-10 amp controller to support this panel.Let us know if you need any further help.Regards,AW
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Other than a solar panel(s), you will need a charge controller, battery bank and an AC inverter. If you can run your lights and electronics on DC battery power, then an inverter would not be needed.Misc. wiring, fuses and battery disconnect would also be needed. Web sources like <homepower.com> would be great sources of information on setting up a small system.
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No, this item only comes with the panel. It is prewired with about 4' of cable. For the price though you cant beat the performance. I wouldn't recommend buying a panel / charge controller combo, there's too many options to consider. Check out mppt & pwm charge controllers on YouTube to determine the best controller for your application. I bought a pwm for my home installation. Regardless you really dont want to go cheap on your controller, its quality will affect the lifespan of your battery. There is a 30 watt panel on amazon that does come with a cheap controller, But it is trash.
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No. This is panel only. I bought a 20amp regulator/controller from ramsond fairly cheap. Both work very well.
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depend on what you are hooking it up to. If using as a battery charger than yes you need a controller. If hooking up to grid tie inverter or D C heat element than no do not need a controller.
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You need a charge controller, otherwise you will fry your batteries...This also a 24 volt panel, so you will need solar charge controller tha can handle up to 45 volts.
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It is my understanding, the purpose and design of the controller is to prevent discharge of the battery at low solar panel outputso No you do not need diode.
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It comes with mc4 connectors on the leads. I know it shows all the other wires in the picture but the newer panel just comes with the 2 (-) and (+) leads. Yes, you will need a solar controller if you are hooking this panel to a battery. The controller regulates voltage into the battery to prevent overcharging and a good controller will automatically disconnect if the voltage gets too low.
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Here is a link to a .pdf copy of the manual that comes with the unit:http://www.postpeakliving.com/downloads/Duracell-Powerpack600-OwnersGuide.pdfsee page 31 of the manual (page 42 of the .pdf file) for the manufacturer's instructions on how to connect to a solar panel. It does not mention the need for an external charge controller. I believe all of the charge controlling for this unit is handled by an internal component.
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I returned mine. Only a solar panel, not a charging unit. Nothing else included. It didn't charge anything even using my own usb cable.
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I believe the new 30 watt panels have 2 wires pre attached that go to the battery. It is possible for this low wattage and current model, that you may not need the controller. Ask Renogy 800-330-8678
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According to the directions you do not need a charge controller for a 30w panel on this unit. Larger panels would require a charge controller.
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The Controller I purchased did not have a particular plug, just two bare wires that need to be spliced to the wires from the solar panel. I used a crimp style wire connector, I imagine a wire nut could work as well.