Enerdrive PWM 30A Solar Charge Controller - 12/24V

Description

Manage and protect your off-grid solar charging system with the Enerdrive ePOWER PWM 30A Solar Charge Controller. Designed for 12V and 24V battery systems, the controller automatically detects system voltage and regulates solar input to help maintain your batteries while protecting against overcharging and excessive discharge.

Handling up to 30A of solar array current and up to 450W of solar power, this compact PWM controller is ideal for caravans, campers, 4WDs, boats and other auxiliary battery systems. An informative backlit LCD display provides easy monitoring, while selectable Sealed, Gel and Flooded battery profiles allow the charging system to be configured to suit your battery type.

Enerdrive ePOWER PWM 30A Solar Charge Controller – 12/24V

• 30A PWM solar charge controller
• Automatic 12V / 24V system detection
• Handles up to 30A of solar array current
• Supports up to 450W of solar power
• Helps protect batteries against overcharge and excessive discharge
• Backlit LCD information display
• Displays solar charge input and charge/load output voltage and current
• Selectable Sealed, Gel and Flooded battery profiles
• Bulk and float charging stages
• Temperature compensation
• Dual USB charging outputs
• 5V / 2.4A total USB output
• Full output operation up to 55°C
• Wall mountable
• Compact 181 x 101 x 60mm housing
• 3 year warranty

Simple Solar Charging for 12V & 24V Battery Systems

The Enerdrive PWM 30A Solar Charge Controller provides a straightforward way to regulate energy from compatible solar panels before it reaches your battery bank.

The controller automatically detects whether it is connected to a 12V or 24V battery system, helping simplify setup across a wide range of recreational and mobile power applications.

Typical applications include:

• Caravans and camper trailers
• 4WD and touring setups
• Motorhomes
• Boats and marine battery systems
• Auxiliary battery systems
• Camping power systems
• Off-grid battery maintenance
• Small standalone solar systems

30A Solar Charging Capacity

The controller can handle up to 30A of solar array current and is rated for solar installations up to 450W.

This provides useful capacity for medium-sized auxiliary solar systems where a straightforward PWM charging solution is preferred.

Correct solar panel configuration is important. Always ensure the solar array voltage, current and total wattage remain within the controller's specified operating limits.

Automatic 12V / 24V Detection

The Enerdrive controller features automatic 12V / 24V battery voltage detection, allowing the same controller to be used across compatible 12V and 24V installations.

The battery should be correctly connected before the solar array so the controller can identify the system voltage and operate correctly.

Backlit LCD Display

An integrated backlit LCD display provides useful information about the solar charging system without requiring a separate monitor.

The display provides information including solar charge input and charge/load output voltage and current, making it easier to check system operation and charging performance.

Selectable Battery Types

The controller provides selectable charging profiles for common lead-acid battery types:

• Sealed – default setting
• Gel
• Flooded

Selecting the appropriate battery profile allows the controller to apply charging voltages suited to the connected battery chemistry.

Battery Protection & Maintenance

The Enerdrive PWM controller regulates solar charging to help maintain the connected battery while protecting against overcharging and excessive discharge.

A two-stage charging process provides Bulk and Float charging, allowing the controller to initially charge the battery before maintaining it at the appropriate float voltage.

The controller also incorporates temperature compensation to adjust charging behaviour as operating temperature changes.

Dual USB Charging Outputs

Two integrated USB outputs provide a convenient charging point for compatible USB-powered devices.

The USB supply is rated at 5V DC / 2.4A total output, providing a useful additional power source in caravans, campers, boats and touring installations.

Compact Wall-Mountable Design

Measuring just 181 x 101 x 60mm and weighing approximately 0.55kg, the controller can be installed without requiring significant space.

The wall-mountable enclosure makes it suitable for installation in electrical compartments, battery system enclosures and other appropriate protected locations.

Enerdrive PWM 30A Solar Controller Specifications

PWM Solar Charging

PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) solar controllers regulate the connection between the solar array and battery to provide controlled battery charging.

This Enerdrive controller provides a practical solution for compatible systems where straightforward, reliable solar battery maintenance is required.

Solar Panel Compatibility

Important: Solar panels must be configured so the array remains within the controller's voltage and current limitations.

Enerdrive specifies a maximum PV open-circuit voltage of 20VOC when used on a 12V system and 50VOC when used on a 24V system. Maximum charge current is 30A.

Always check the open-circuit voltage (VOC), operating voltage, current and configuration of your solar panels before connecting them to the controller.

Installation

Correct cable sizing, circuit protection and installation practices are important for reliable solar system operation. The controller accepts cable sizes up to 16mm² / 6AWG.

Install the controller in a suitable dry and ventilated location and follow Enerdrive's installation and operating instructions. The controller has an IP30 enclosure rating and should not be installed where it will be exposed to water or weather.

Important Battery Compatibility

This controller provides selectable charging profiles for Sealed, Gel and Flooded lead-acid batteries. Battery charging requirements vary between manufacturers, so always confirm that the controller's charging voltages are appropriate for the battery being connected before installation.