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Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) function.

Maximum Power Point Tracking, frequently referred to as MPPT, is an electronic system

that operates the Photovoltaic (PV) modules in a manner that allows the modules to 

produce all the power they are capable of. The Solarmate Charge controller is a 

microprocessor-based system designed to implement the MPPT. And it can increase

charge current up to 30% or more compared to traditional charge controllers. 

(See figure 1).    

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Current vs. Voltage
Power vs. Voltage

MPPT controller
operates PV modele
at max power point
extracting full 85W

Typical controller
charging at 12.5V,
extracts 65W

Figure 1 Current, Power vs. Voltage Characteristics

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