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Blue Sky Solar Charger
I’m inching towards replacing our lead acid batteries with lithium batteries which means I probably should replace our working HPV-22b controller.   My preliminary measurements seem to indicate that the Blue Sky controller will just barely cover the existing cutout.  If I can mount it without any problems, that still leaves visible 4 screw holes.  So I’m thinking I should make some kind of bracket for the new controller which I can mount in the existing holes.

So I’m hopeful someone has already figured out a mounting solution for the new controller.  🤞

Re: Blue Sky Solar Charger
Reply #1
Following as I’m considering the same!
Joe B.
2008 26ft  grey/white Rear Bath
NE88 caravan club

Re: Blue Sky Solar Charger
Reply #2
Note that your HPV-22b will work with the LFP batteries, since the battery BMS circuitry will cut off charging when they are fully charged from solar. Switching later to a mppt controller will improve solar performance.

Steve
2004 FL
2013 Honda Fit

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Reply #3
A month ago, we discussed upgrading the HPV-22b to the Blue Sky 3000i.
Advice On New Electrical Components

It requires a small modification to the controller's opening and the use of a spacer plate.
Modification shown here.
Sky Blue 3000i solar controller | Flickr
Blue sky 3000i space plate
SB3000i/SC30-ADAPTER – Sunforge LLC

Larry
Larry
2003 23.5' Front Lounge, since new.  Previously 1983 22' Front Lounge.
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