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Rich Solar 30 Amp PWM Solar Charge Controller | 12V 30A PWM Controller for RVs, Trailers, Campers, Vans, Boats, Off-Grid | Top Rated
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Rich Solar RS-PWM30F BRAVO 30 12V 30A PWM Solar Charge Controller
The Rich Solar RS-PWM30F BRAVO 30 is a compact 12V 30A PWM solar charge controller designed for RVs, trailers, campers, vans, boats, and small off-grid battery systems. With smart charging control, battery type settings, LED battery and charging indicators, a digital parameter display, lithium battery activation, thermal protection, and built-in protection against overvoltage, short-circuiting, and reverse polarity, it gives small solar charging systems a simple and affordable way to regulate power from solar panels to batteries.
Product Overview
The RS-PWM30F is designed for customers who need a simple charge controller for a smaller 12V solar battery setup. It regulates the charging process between the solar panel array and battery, helping manage charge status, battery settings, and protection functions in one compact controller.
This controller is a practical fit for basic RV solar systems, travel trailers, small campers, vans, boats, sheds, and beginner-friendly off-grid solar charging projects where an affordable PWM controller is enough for the system design.
Built for Simple 12V Solar Charging Systems
The BRAVO 30 PWM controller is best for smaller solar systems where the solar panel voltage is matched appropriately to a 12V battery bank. It is a good fit for customers who want basic charging control, system indicators, battery type settings, and protection features without moving into a more expensive MPPT controller.
Key Features That Matter
This description keeps the focus on the actual buying decision: PWM charging, 30A current rating, battery setting controls, lithium battery activation, display visibility, safety protection, compact design, and moisture protection.
The RS-PWM30F uses PWM technology with MOSFET switching control. It is a simple, reliable controller style for properly matched 12V solar panel and battery systems.
The controller includes battery type setting, battery condition indication, LED indicators for battery condition and charging status, plus a digital display for charging parameters and battery settings.
The compact controller design is built for small installs where space matters. Low power consumption and a listed night standby current of up to 5mA help keep the controller efficient in smaller battery systems.
The controller includes corrosion-resistant terminals and connectors, common positive grounding connection, and power terminals that support up to #8 AWG stranded wire when installed correctly.
Battery Compatibility and Protection
The RS-PWM30F is compatible with common rechargeable battery types including Flooded/WET, AGM, GEL, Calcium, and Lithium batteries. It can also automatically activate a lithium battery that is under BMS protection when used within the correct system design.
Built-in protection includes thermal protection, overvoltage protection, short-circuit protection, reverse polarity protection, spark-free operation, and smart charging control with charging time management.
Important System Limits
Because this is a 12V PWM charge controller, the solar panel array must stay within the controller’s input limits. This is especially important for customers who may be comparing PWM and MPPT controllers or planning to connect panels in series.
Best Uses
- Small 12V solar charging systems
- RV, trailer, camper, and van solar setups
- Boat and compatible marine battery charging
- Sheds, small cabins, and low-power off-grid projects
- Basic solar battery charging applications
- Customers who need a compact PWM controller instead of MPPT
- Flooded/WET, AGM, GEL, Calcium, and Lithium battery setups within supported limits
- Budget-friendly solar panel-to-battery regulation
Key Benefits
- 12V 30A PWM solar charge controller
- PWM technology with MOSFET switching control
- Common positive grounding connection
- High efficiency and low power consumption
- Battery type setting and battery condition indication
- Smart charging control with charging time management
- LED battery and charging status indicators
- Digital display for charging parameters and battery settings
- Automatically activates lithium batteries under BMS protection
- Thermal, overvoltage, short-circuit, and reverse polarity protection
- Spark-free operation
- Compact design with corrosion-resistant terminals and connectors
- Conformal-coated internal board for added moisture protection
- Optional external battery temperature sensor port
- Designed to meet CE standards and comply with EMC and FCC regulations
| Specifications | |
| Model SKU | RS-PWM30F |
|---|---|
| Electrical Parameters | |
| Rated Solar Panel Amps | Max. 30 AMP |
| Normal Input Solar Cell Array Voltage | 15~22 VDC |
| Maximum Solar Cell Array Voltage (output has no load) | Max. 25 VDC |
| The Controller Lowest Operating Voltage at Solar or Battery Side | Min. 8 VDC |
| Standby Current Consumption at Night | Max. 5 mA |
| Maximum Voltage Drop - Solar Panel to Battery | Max. 0.25 VDC |
| Physical Parameters | |
| Controller Material | Plastic, Standard ABS |
| Power Terminal Maximum Stranded Wire Size | #8 AWG stranded - 0.2in² |
| Power Terminal Torque | Up to 17 in-lb (1.92 N·m) |
| Mounting | Vertical wall mounting |
| IP Grade | IP22 |
| Net Weight | Approx. 10.6oz / 300g |
