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How I monitor my solar systems status remotely
Published: Sunday, January 28th 2024 08:42:44 PM - EST
Updated: Wednesday, December 11th 2024 07:57:03 PM - EST
Written by: jbick
Category: SOLAR
One way I monitor my solar systems performance without walking to the charge controller itself or probing the batteries with a multi-meter.
My solar system has been in operation since mid July 2023 and serves it's purpose. As of this post it consists of two 595 CCA lead acid car batteries and two charge controllers purchased online.
One of my charge controllers supplies electricity to a CISCO wireless access point. This operates 24 hours a day however the load is setup to stop discharge of the battery once the battery reaches 12.5V DC or below.
Should snow cover my solar panels OR my system does not produce enough electricity to stay above 12.5V for any reason my wireless access point will shut off. Additionally, my access point has stats to show it's up-time.
This is a snapshot from the CISCO WAP4410N Wireless Access Point after a prolonged period of solar downtime.
I can login to my access point at anytime to view its up-time via a web browser from the cell phone or desktop computer. If it has been up for a long period of time I know my solar system has been in good condition, maintaining my lead acid batteries at a higher voltage than 12.5 Volts DC.
WiFi Access Points: Links
The following links will help you extend your network wireless-ly. Most access points can operate via solar directly without the need for power supplies or inverters.
The following links consist of betterparts.biz
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