Fw: Trace Charge Controller Ratings [RE-wrenches]

[William Miller]

>
>----- Original Message -----
>From: "John Wiles" <jwiles at nmsu.edu>
>
>However, in PV source circuits, we do have the 1.25 imposed on these 100%
>duty devices because the irradiance can and frequently does go above 1000
>watts per square meter for several hours around solar noon.

So, does this mean that the fabled 1.56 rating is just a fable?  I've seen
that figure used frequently on this list but apparently no one knows where
it comes from?!?

William Miller


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