Hi´
I´m about to put together a system with 3 x Smartsolar 100/30 + 16 batteries and 12 panels. With a phoenix inverter with ve.bus. Running 24v. They´ll be connected to a VE.Smart network and. I´ve been searching but dont seem to find the answer to this question.
Since the charge controllers need some data about the state of charge of batteries. Could i just use the smartsense or are there major advantages that make it a better choice to get the smartshunt?
Yes, the major advantages of a smartshunt is that it measures the actual current flowing in and out of the battery and can then calculate the state of charge quite accurately. Installation and settings need to be correct and preferrably some procedures are followed to sync it.
The smart battery sense report only temperature and voltage to the MPPT's, which allow them to charge optimally. The smartshunt will do that too with a temp sensor (sold separately).
