Brand New 85Ah Sealed Vented Lead Acid Battery

The Technology – Sterling’s high integrity Valve Regulated Lead Acid (VRLA) batteries operate as a starved electrolyte system.  The electrolyte is limited to the amount that either is absorbed in the battery plates or wets the fibres in the separator.  The resulting system allows gases produced during overcharge to diffuse from one plate to the other and to be recombined back into the electrolyte.

This recombination creates a closed system, thus reducing the release of gases into the atmosphere under normal discharge conditions.

Since the electrolyte is recycled, there is no need to add water to the batteries.  This reduced maintenance leads to a longer life battery in a clean and compact container that can be installed when flooded batteries are impractical.

Features & Benefits

• Tank formed construction allows for individual plates to be inspected prior to battery assembly, eliminating manufacturing defects.  Plates are fully formed guaranteeing 100% capacity on delivery.

• Sterling’s unique construction and sealing techniques ensures no electrolyte leakage from case or terminals, allowing batteries to be positioned on their side.

• Excellent recovery from deep discharge.

• Low self discharge – approx 3% per month.

• Not restricted for air transport – complies with IATA ICAO special provision A67.

• Impact resistant ABS case and cover.

• Industry standard footprints for easy field replacement.

• Maintenance free.

• 98% recyclable.

Charging: (25°C / 77°F)
Standby use: Float charging voltage 13.50V to 13.80V.

Top up charge: Product in storage (ambient temperature) requires a top up charge every 6 months.  Apply constant voltage at 2.40 volts per cell, initial charging current should be set at less than 0.1 CA for 15 to 20 hours.

Comes with bolts.

Victron Solar 175W Mono panel 1485 x 668 x 30mm 

• Low voltage-temperature coefficient enhances high temperature operation.

• Exceptional low light performance and high sensitivity to light across the entire solar spectrum.
• 25 - Year limited warranty on power output and performance.
• 5 - Year Limited warranty on materials and workmanship.
• Sealed, waterproof, multi-functional junction box gives high level of safety.
• High performance bypass diodes minimise the power drop caused by shade.
• Advanced EVA (Ethylene Vinyl Acetate) encapsulation system with triple-layer back sheet meets the most stringent safety requirements for high-voltage operation.
• A sturdy, anodized aluminium frame allows modules to be easily roof-mounted with a variety of standard mounting systems.
• Highest quality, high transmission tempered glass provides enhanced stiffness and impact resistance.
• Pre wired quick connect system with PV-ST01 connectors. 

Victron pure sinewave output, high peak power and high efficiency in a compact unit. Models range from 250VA to 1200VA with UK socket - other socket outlets available on request

These inverters allow you to power domestic equipment - requiring 230VAC - using 'leisure' or 'automotive' batteries rated at 12V

Bulit in DC fuse in all models but not replaceable in all models - see the manual for further details on which models carry the replaceable fuse.

Consider adding a battery isolator switch https://www.bimblesolar.com/300a-blue-sea-battery-isolator

VE.Direct communication port

The VE.Direct port can be connected to:

• A computer (VE.Direct to USB interface cable needed)

• Apple and Android smartphones, tablets, MacBook’s and other devices (VE.Direct Bluetooth Smart dongle needed)

Fully configurable:

• Low battery voltage alarm trip and reset levels

• Low battery voltage cut-off and restart levels

• Dynamic cut-off: load dependent cut-off level

• Output voltage 210 - 245V

• Frequency 50 Hz or 60 Hz

• ECO mode on/off and ECO mode sense level Monitoring:

• In- and output voltage, % load and alarms

Proven reliability

The full bridge plus toroidal transformer topology has proven its reliability over many years. The inverters are short circuit proof and protected against overheating, whether due to overload or high ambient temperature. High start-up power Needed to start loads such as power converters for LED lamps, halogen lamps or electric tools. ECO mode When in ECO mode, the inverter will switch to standby when the load decreases below a preset value (min load: 15W). Once in standby the inverter will switch on for a short period (adjustable, default: every 2,5 seconds). If the load exceeds a preset level, the inverter will remain on.

Remote on/off

A remote on/off switch can be connected to a two pole connector, or between battery plus and the left hand contact of the two pole connector

Spec Sheet

See the Download tab on this listing

New XTRA series - 3rd Generation MPPT - Budget Model

For 12V Solar System: 260W solar panel (60V for max input voltage)
For 24V Solar System: 520W solar panel (60V for max input voltage) *Solar Panels must be 36cell (2 in series) or 72 Cell (1 in series) for use on a 24 Volt battery system*

No Fan for silent operation, great for vans, boats or any live in spaces

Budget Model with no display.  Can connect MT50 for remote display.

New XTRA series has Lithium battery support (set via PC cable only)

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​The XTRA tracer models have a current limiting function, you can connect 1.5 times the rated power to the controller ​so if your on a budget you can use a smaller controller with more panels so that you get more power in winter or low light but don't risk overloading the controller in the summer.  The output will be limited to the max listed above.

New EPEver (Tracer) series is EPsolar’s third generation of MPPT controller.

XTRA series are advanced maximum power point tracking (MPPT) charge controllers, for off grid photovoltaic systems, with display unit.

In order to maximise the energy harvest from PV arrays and simultaneously minimise the power loss within a wide range of operating conditions, XTRA series apply an advanced smart algorithm which results in up to 30% higher efficient charging, compared to a conventional pulse width modulation (PWM) charge controller. Xtra series controller have limit protection function on charging current &charging power, as well as auto derating power operation at high temperature; the above protection ensure the stability of system even at exceeded rated PV power and over temperature conditions.

Protection class IP32 and isolated RS485 communication port further improve the controller’s reliability under different application requirements. XTRA series controllers incorporate a self-adaptive three-stage charging algorithm based on a digital control circuit, which effectively prolongs the lifespan of battery and significantly improve the system performance. It also has extensive electronic protection for overcharge, over discharge, PV&battery reverse polarity and etc. to ensure the sustainability and durability of the off grid solar system.

Features:

• Advanced MPPT technology & ultra-fast tracking speed is up to 99.5% guaranteed
• Maximum DC/DC transfer efficiency is as high as 98%, full load transfer efficiency is up to 97.4%
• Wide MPP operating voltage range
• Low temperature protection and self activate function for lithium battery charging
• Limit charging power & current over rated range
• Real-time energy statistics function
• Multiple load work modes
• Comprehensive electronic protection
• Compatible with lead acid and lithium-ion¹ batteries
• Over temperature protection and power degrading in higher temperature
• Optional LCD display units (XDB1/XDS1/XDS2) and accessories
• High quality and low failure rate components of ST or IR to ensure service life
• Isolated RS485 communication port with 5V/200mA protected output, with standard Modbus protocol Monitor and set the parameters via APP or PC software
• Dustproof and waterproof design with IP32² protection class
• CE certification(LVD IEC62109,EMC EN3/1-6-61000)

¹ If using Lithium battery, customer should use “PCsoftware” to set the lithium battery parameters
² Ingress of solid objects:Protected against solid objects over 2.5mm
² Ingress of liquids: Protected against falling drops of water, if the case is disposed up to 15 from vertical

Electronic Protections：

• PV short circuit  protection
• PV overvoltage alarm protection
• PV current limiting protection
• PV reverse polarity protection
• Battery overcharge protection
• Battery over discharge protection
• Battery reverse polarity protection
• Load overload protection
• Load short circuit protection
• Overheating protection

Premade 6mm Solar Cable with Male to Female MC4 connectors, quick and easy to install.

(Please note if using as a cable run from panel to controller, you would cut in half giving you 2 x 5m lengths, MC4 to bare wire.)

Double Insulated UV protected solar cable

Max load: 70A in air

Our solar cable is ozone resistant according to BS EN 50396

UV resistant according to HD 605 S2 and is tested for durability according to EN 60216

Flexible tinned copper conductor

Conductor
Class 5 flexible tinned copper conductor
Insulation
Halogen-free cross-linked compound
Sheath
Halogen-free cross-linked, flame retardant compound
Sheath Colour
Black

Fitted with Staubli 4-6mm MC4s - Staubli MC4 Link

Wire size range: 6mm2

3 Way unit can hold our Tomzn DC and AC breakers

 Unit can hold the following options:

• 1 x AC RCBos
• 3 x DC breakers Under 80A (2 x DC breakers if under 63a and using cable entry glands)
• 1 x DC breakers 80A - 125A
• 1 x DC Breakers Under 63A AND 1 x DC Breaker 63A - 125A

Best practice would be to use this unit with no bigger than 10mm square cable and appropriately sized breakers if you are using it with glands for a water tight fit.  If you are using it in an environment that is already dry and dust free the use of glands may not be necessary.

This is an empty unit, you must add the breakers you need to your cart as well, see related items tab above to see the breakers that fit.  

You will also need suitable cable entry glands - please see related products tab.

Set of 4 Aluminium mounting brackets for mounting solar panels on vans, boats, sheds or a wooden frame as a easy cheap solar framing system.

** Panels larger than 100w are not recommended to use these alone, as a direct fixing to a vehicle roof.  We suggest a bespoke solution using bolts, some of our customers use these brackets and modify them to achieve this, others get a locally fabricated solution **

Includes:
Aluminium mounting brackets;
Wood screws:St5.7 mm*30mm,
Socket Head Screw:M6*25mm,

Affordable DC Breaker for 35mm DIN mount.  Use with our DIN Rail as an easy and affordable breaker solution.

Current Flows from top to bottom of the breaker: 
For charge controller wire top pole to charge controller and bottom pole to battery. 
For Inverter wire top pole to battery and bottom pole to inverter.

Affordable DC Breaker for 35mm DIN mount.  Use with our DIN Rail as an easy and affordable breaker solution.

Current Flows from top to bottom of the breaker: 
For charge controller wire top pole to charge controller and bottom pole to battery. 
For Inverter wire top pole to battery and bottom pole to inverter.