A Charge controller is an essential component of your photovoltaic ( PV) system. The controller maintains the life of the battery by protecting it from overcharging. When your battery has reached a 100 state of charge, the controller prevents overcharging by limiting the current flowing into the batteries from your solar array.The New GP-PWM-30 is a 12 volt flush mounted PV charge controller rated for a continuous solar current input of 30 amps. The GP-PWM-30 uses pulse width modulation ( PWM) technology and a unique four stage charging system with optional equalize setting, to charge and protect your battery bank. The GP-PWM-30 features a LCD digital display that shows solar array charge current, system battery voltage and battery capacity. Maximum Power Boost TechnologyOur New Go Power30 Amp Digital Solar Controller now includes Maximum Power Boost Technology ( MPBT). This new feature allows you to override the normal charging algorithm of the solar controller to 'boost' the solar charge, which is ideal at the end of the daylight to ensure batteries are topped up for the evening. Performance of the solar controller will not be affected if MPBT function is not utilized. Features Pulse Width Modulation Charging 3 Battery Charging profiles - Gel, AGM and Flooded 4 Stage Charging: Bulk, Float, Absorption and Equalize Monthly Equalize option Maximum Power Boost Technology for manual bulk charge at any stage of the charge cycle LCD display shows Charging Current, Battery Voltage and Battery State of Charge Reverse Polarity protected with alarm ROHS Compliant Accepts over 500 Watts of solar at 12 volts For solar system control and battery protection Innovative, flush mount, compact design Suitable for 12V solar systems up to 500 watts Pulse Width Modulation Specifications Nominal System Voltage - 12V Max Solar Array Current - 30 amps Battery Voltage Range - 6V - 15.5V Max. Solar Voltage - 28V Operating Consumption - 6mA Display Consumption - 10mA