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--- electrical:solar:shallow_cycling [2018/06/16 20:48]
frater_secessus [non-cycling]
+++ electrical:solar:shallow_cycling [2018/06/16 20:54]
frater_secessus [how it works]
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 ==== how it works ====
-  - a simple [[electrical:solar:charge_controller#shunt_controller|shunt charge controller]] holds the battery at a mild Absorption voltage (14.0, - 14.2v) when charging, just below the significant gassing point
+  - a simple [[electrical:solar:charge_controller#shunt|shunt charge controller]] holds the battery at a mild Absorption voltage (14.0, - 14.2v) when charging, just below the significant gassing point
   - the controller's LOAD output disconnects (LVD) at 100% SoC (~12.7v)
   - the controller's LOAD output //re//connects (LVR) at ~13.0v);  see discussion below
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 ===== shallow-cycling =====
-//Shallow-cycling// is a more aggressive approach, allowing for a bit of power after sundown.  It is most **suitable for starter batteries with removable cell caps**.
+//Shallow-cycling// is a more aggressive approach, allowing for more power in the daytime and some power for use after sundown.  It is most **suitable for starter batteries with removable cell caps**.
 The charging setpoint is set somewhat higher, ~14.4v.  This will result in minor outgassing and a bit more power (**76.18W** using the panel data above).  [[electrical:12v:charging#watering_batteries|Battery watering]] is mandatory.

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