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MPPT 150/100 low and fluctuating power output

System has been running well and as expected since commissioned about 6 weeks ago. But for the last 3 days, the MPPT 100/50 output wattage is fluctuating and the level is much lower than expected.

The last three days have been overcast but in the past 6 weeks during similar overcast conditions the system has maintained a fairly consistent 100W to 200W PV output.

System has four Longi LRS 72HPH 550W Mono panels wired in parallel to the MPPT. The MPPT is charging a Volthium LiFePO 24VDC 200ah battery that connects to a Magnum Pure Sine Wave Inverter/Charger - MS4024PAE.

Here is a sample from Victron Connect. Output wattage fluctuates randomly from near 0 W to less than 140 W. When scanning, the MPPT seems to hit 600W (in one instance) but then returns to the fluctuating output.

I would appreciate any troubleshooting tips. I have already checked the PV wiring and connections.

Thank you

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seb71 avatar image seb71 commented ·
What was the battery voltage and what was the PV voltage?

Any loads?

Battery SOC?

"Overcast" can mean very different conditions.

When there is clear sky, do you get the expected power?

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