Rich Solar BRAVO Waterproof 8 | 8 Amp Waterproof PWM Solar Charge Controller | Waterproof 20A 12V PWM Controller

Description

The Rich Solar BRAVO Waterproof 8 is a rugged 8 amp PWM solar charge controller built to manage off-grid battery charging effectively. This controller offers reliable PWM control combined with an IP65 waterproof rating, making it suitable for demanding environments.

Designed for use in RVs, campers, boats, and other off-grid setups, it delivers smart charging with temperature compensation and built-in protections to extend battery life and ensure consistent performance.

Features

• PWM technology, switching control by MOSFET
• Common Positive Grounding connection
• High efficiency and low power consumption
• Battery type setting via DIP switch
• Smart charging control
• Charging time management
• LED indication for the battery condition and charging status
• Thermal protection
• No sparks
• Waterproof
• Corrosion-resistant terminals and connectors
• Conformal coating supplied to the inside board against moisture
• Overvoltage protection, Short circuit protection, Reverse polarity protection
• Suitable for most of the rechargeable Lead acid battery, including Flooded (WET), AGM, GEL, Lithium (LiFePO4) battery
• Designed according to CE standards, EMC, and FCC compliance

Specifications

• Electrical Parameters

• Rated Solar Panel Amps: Max. 8AMP
• Normal Input Solar Cell Array Voltage: 15-22VDC
• Max. Solar Cell Array Voltage (Output Has No Load): 25VDC
• Lowest Operating Voltage (At Solar or Battery Side): 9VDC
• Standby Current Consumption At Night: 2mA
• Maximum Voltage Drop - Solar Panel to Battery: 0.25VDC

• Charging Characteristics

• Minimum Battery Starting Charging Voltage: 3VDC
• Soft Start Charging Voltage: 3-10±0.2VDC
• Soft Start Charging Current (50% PWM Duty): Up to 4AMP
• Bulk Charge Voltage: 10-14±0.2VDC
• Equalization Charging Voltage at 25℃: 15.5±0.2VDC
• Equalization Charging Timer Timeout: 2 Hours
• Battery Temperature Compensation Coefficient: -24mV/°C
• Temperature Compensation Range: -4°F~+122°F

• Protection

• Over Temperature Protection During Charging: 149°F

• Electrical Parts

• Input/Output Terminal: M4 terminals

• Physical Parameters

• Controller Material: Plastic, Standard ABS
• Power Terminal Maximum Stranded Wire Size: #12AWG stranded-3mm²
• Mounting: Vertical wall mounting
• IP Grade: IP65
• Net Weight: Approx. 0.2kg/0.44lb

• Environmental Characteristics

• Operating Temperature: -25~50°C (-13～122℉)
• Storage Temperature: -40~85°C (-40～185℉)
• Operating Humidity Range: 100% no condensation

Downloads

• Download Manual (PDF)
• Download Specification Sheet (PDF)