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I have one more (reposted it to a new question, as it seems comments to the entry will not be answered frequently)
As is think, the SmartSolar has a built in thermometer to calculate how to charge the batteries.
Why dont you also show us this value, so we can see more, what situation the charger is in ?
Or is there a way to read that information right now and I just did not see it ?
I don't know much about this, but can have some educated guesses.
The temperature inside the MPPT is only used to calculate battery adjustments once, before the MPPT begins, first thing in the morning.
The rest of the time, due to the heat of the device, it is not accurate and would be more confusing and misleading. Leading to more concern and questions from people who think their batteries are overheating.
The way to get a useful temperature reading is the addition of the smart battery sense.
I would also like that feature.
I believe that even if the temperature is what the unit has and not the real ambient temperature, it is still a useful parameter to have as information.
It would greatly help solving and pinpointing other installation potential problems, like for example if its overheating in a closet or a small space.
