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nexus6
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   Old Thread  #7 31 May 2025 at 2.57pm  0  Login    Register
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sod it - I'll continue to check in to an Air&b once a week.............recharge everything including myself!
Reedy
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   Old Thread  #6 27 May 2025 at 9.52pm  2  Login    Register
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That's a tough one, as said by Karlos there are so many variables

I have achieved 5.5amps in good sunshine but you need to constant check and move the panel to get the best results.

I use it for keeping batteries topped up, not letting them get too low
Karlos
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Karlos
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   Old Thread  #5 25 May 2025 at 10.35pm  1  Login    Register
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Assuming an 85% efficiency and 6 hours of peak sunlight per day, it could take approximately 2 days to fully charge a 100Ah battery.

The actual charging time will vary depending on factors like sunlight conditions, shading, and the efficiency of the charge controller.

My 100W solar panel will give my battery 80w to 90w in full strong sunlight. It will continue to trickle power in, even into the evening...but obviously the charge reduces as the sun gets lower in the sky and weaker
nexus6
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   Old Thread  #4 25 May 2025 at 5.41pm  0  Login    Register
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how long does it take on a sunny day to charge 100A Lithium with a 125A panel?
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   Old Thread  #3 25 May 2025 at 8.44am  1  Login    Register
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I use a 125amp solar panel and charge controller from Eco Worthy and charge 100ah batteries with no issue - as said already, get a charge controller as this will stop you over charging.

Also you can see the input AH - it makes a huge difference when positioning the panel- a quick move can increase the input massively
The_Andyman
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The_Andyman
   Old Thread  #2 23 Apr 2025 at 5.51pm  0  Login    Register
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You will need a charge controller like the below example, however, you must make sure it has a lithium mode like the below example too. In short, solar cables to the controller and the cables from the controller to the battery,

LINKY POO™ https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0CCTZ8WPZ?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_1
poms
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   Old Thread  #1 23 Apr 2025 at 4.40pm  0  Login    Register
Guys, ive got a 150W Solar panel that charges my power pack, an Atom, with no issues whist out on the bank.

What do I need to charge my Lithium 12v 100aH whilst out fishing.

Does anyone successfully do this ? Do you use a controller and or a invertor for the Lithium battery charger ???

Any advice much appreciated.

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