This regulator looks well constructed and the instructions were clear. However, it did not work at all.This regulator has 3 indicator lights. One lights when it detects a voltage from the solar panel. The 2nd indicates the charge level of your battery. Green for fully charged, red for less then fully charged and a flashing red for a dead battery.
This charger also supports a separate load other the the battery. It has it own set of terminals and a timer circuit that allows you to have it shut the load off after a determined period of time.
My problem is that the unit I received did not work at all. With the solar panel attached the indicator light would not light and it was obvious that no current was flowing as the solar panel open circuit voltage was measured at the regulator terminals. With the battery attached and measuring 12.7 volts the battery indicator light just flashed as though the battery was dead. It was also impossible to turn on the load circuit.
I've requested a return authorization from Amazon and am anxious to see how that works as this is the first item I've ever ordered from Amazon that didn't work.
UPDATE Newgate replaced this regulator promptly and it now works according to all their specifications. The customer service from Newgate has been superb.
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