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MPPT PV Voltage

I am using Smartsolar 150/35 MPPT. If the PV voltage increased up to 160V, will it be an issue. This is not for a long time but for about 5-10 minutes.

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nesswill answered ·

Short answer is yes it could damage the MPPT and or shorten its service life, you should never exceed the MPPT max voltage.

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