Honda inverter / generators with off grid [RE-wrenches]

[Christopher Freitas --- OutBack Power]

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We have also played around with the MX60 and a isolation transformer 
with rectifier - and it does work pretty well - just keep in mind that 
its limited to around 800 watts at 12vdc, 1600W at 24vdc and 3200W at 48 
vdc.  

You can also use the same MX60 controller for the PV array if the 
back-up generator is only used at night or during poor weather 
conditions (which is almost always the case).  

This solves a couple of problems - such as poor quality generator 
waveform and the grounded-neutral of nearly all portable generators.

Using the MX60 allows the charging process to be coordinated with the 
rest of the system - such as EQ and temp compensation control.  You also 
get the metering functions as well displayed on the MATE.  

You will not find a charger which offers three stage charging and 
metering for anywhere near the price of a MX60 and a isolation 
transformer.    

> Darryl, have you considered using a commercially available battery 
> charger?  I have not researched this, but if one could find a battery 
> charger with decent three stage regulation that accepts 120 or 240VAC 
> input 
> then you can minimize how many parts you have to obtain and lash 
> together.
> 
> I would like to hear of any chargers that might meet this criteria.

Christopher

Christopher Freitas
OutBack Power Systems, Inc.
cfreitas @ outbackpower.com  
www.outbackpower.com
Arlington WA USA
Tel 360 435 6030  

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