Victron 150|100 Review and Test - For Beginners!

In this video, I do a comprehensive review and test of the Victron 150|100 SmartSolar charge controller with Bluetooth. This video is intended for beginners, so I have explained everything in detail. I show how to connect the battery and PV array to the charge controller. I also show how to calculate the max PV input power for the unit. For testing, we will charge a 12V, 24V and 48V battery with the same unit and then show a side-by-side comparison while explaining how input volts are related to charge amps output. I also cover installing the optional display as well as show how to configure the battery type or charge profile. Clipping and Over paneling are topics also covered in this video. Victron allows for up to 30% Over paneling and I show how the unit deals with it. Visit my website for more DIY solar projects: https://www.natesdiysolar.com/ Victron SmartSolar 150|100 Charge Controller (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/3NxEami Key topics included in this video: 0:00 - The Victron 150|100 Review and Test 1:50 - Install Display 2:22 - Features I Like 3:50 - Install Battery and PV Cables 4:37 - How to Set the Battery Type 5:38 - Configure Solar Array 5:55 - How to Check VOC on PV Array 6:30 - Test 12 Volt Charging 9:16 - Test 24 Volt Charging 11:16 - Test 48 Volt Charging 12:47 - Side-by-Side Charging Comparison 13:33 - How to Calculate Max PV Input 15:13 - Over Paneling and Clipping 15:53 - Conclusion ** Affiliate Links ** For Medium Sized Systems (high voltage): https://amzn.to/3RPJvYF For Small Systems (~360W/24V) Victron Energy SmartSolar 150V 15 Charge Controller https://amzn.to/3ttbaoE For Large Systems: Victron SmartSolar RS Charge Controller (450V VOC) for High Voltage Applications: https://amzn.to/480e03v SmartSolar Control Display: https://amzn.to/3Rrvyyz ** PDF Manuals and Datasheet ** SmartSolar Datasheet https://www.natesdiysolar.com/pdf/man... SmartSolar User Manual https://www.natesdiysolar.com/pdf/man... SmartSolar Control Display Manual https://www.natesdiysolar.com/pdf/man... AmpereTime/LiTime: Great LiFePO4 Batteries 3% Coupon Code: NATESDIY https://www.litime.com/?ref=XBwnqBoJf... Current Connected: Ready-to-Run Solar Kits and Victron Equipment https://currentconnected.com/?ref=lbh... SanTan Solar: New and Used Solar Panels: https://www.santansolar.com/?ref=8496... SFK: Quality DIY Battery Enclosures and Ready-to-Run Batteries: 6% Coupon Code: NATESDIY https://www.sunfunkits.com/ Contact Information: I am not available for personal solar system consult! Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.natesdiysolar.com FTC Disclosure Statement and Disclaimers: This video is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links, which means if you buy something, We'll receive a small commission. Videos on this channel are for EDUCATIONAL purposes only. Electricity is dangerous and can kill. Please use common sense. Nate's DYI Solar is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, An affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com #natesdiysolar #victronenergy #solarchargecontroller #mppt #diysolar #offgridsolar