{"product_id":"bravo-waterproof-8-8-amp-waterproof-pwm-solar-charge-controller","title":"BRAVO Waterproof 8 | 8 Amp Waterproof PWM Solar Charge Controller","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eBRAVO Waterproof 8 | 8 Amp Waterproof PWM Solar Charge Controller\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEquipment Type and Primary Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BRAVO Waterproof 8 is an 8 amp PWM solar charge controller for 12V battery systems and outdoor solar charging installations. It supports Flooded (WET), AGM, GEL, and LiFePO₄ batteries, with battery selection through a built-in DIP switch. Common positive grounding makes it suitable for compatible positive-ground systems.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003ePerformance Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRated solar charging current: maximum 8A.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNormal solar input: 15–22VDC; maximum open-circuit solar input: 25VDC.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLowest operating voltage: 9VDC at the solar or battery side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum solar-to-battery voltage drop: 0.25VDC.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandby consumption at night: 2mA.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharging stages: soft start at 3–10VDC ±0.2V, bulk charge at 10–14VDC ±0.2V, and equalization at 15.5VDC ±0.2V.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEqualization timer: 2 hours; temperature compensation: -24mV\/°C from -4°F to 122°F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperating temperature: -25–50°C (-13–122°F); storage temperature: -40–85°C (-40–185°F).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperating humidity: up to 100%, non-condensing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003eSafety Features and Certifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIP65 housing, conformal-coated circuit board, spark-free battery connection, reverse-polarity, short-circuit, over-voltage, over-temperature, and thermal protection. Charging over-temperature protection activates at 149°F. CE, EMC, and FCC compliant.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eInstallation and Maintenance Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMount vertically on a flat surface using the supplied three plastic spacers and self-tapping screws. M4 terminals accept stranded wire up to #12 AWG (3mm²). Configure battery type with the DIP switch before operation.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eWarranty and Service Information\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003ch2\u003eBranding\/References\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: BRAVO. Model: Waterproof 8. Product reference: 8 Amp Waterproof PWM Solar Charge Controller.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eDifferentiators\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombines PWM and MOSFET charging with charging-time management, 25V solar input capability, positive grounding, and IP65 outdoor protection in an approximately 0.2kg controller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rich Solar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45362829230195,"sku":"RS-PWM8","price":10.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0683\/9969\/3939\/files\/12V8AMP.jpg?v=1789948226","url":"https:\/\/ampereauthority.com\/products\/bravo-waterproof-8-8-amp-waterproof-pwm-solar-charge-controller","provider":"Ampere Authority","version":"1.0","type":"link"}