Midnite Kid Basic Solar Charging Kit
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What will I need?
Talk to your renewable energy supplier who will help you purchase the solar modules, module mounting
hardware and batteries appropriate for your needs. Then use the Midnite Solar KID Charging Kit to tie it all
together as a safe and reliable system.
Solar modules- what to buy
The KID is an MPPT "Maximum Power Point Tracking" charge controller. This type of controller optimizes the
match between the solar array (PV panels), and the battery bank. To put it simply, they convert a higher
voltage DC output from solar panels down to the lower voltage needed to charge the batteries. Because of
this your options for solar panels open up dramatically.
Solar modules
- how much wattage can the Kid handle?
The Kid has a maximum output to the battery of 30 amps. Because the solar modules rarely produce their
rated wattage, it is common to oversize the array by 20% or so. The following wattage ratings are
approximations only and it is strongly recommended that you use the
Kid string sizing tool
found on the
Midnite Solar website at:
http://www.midnitesolar.com/sizingTool_kid/index.php
• On a 12-volt battery the Kid can handle ~ 500 watts.
• On 24-volt battery the Kid can handle ~ 1000 watts.
On a 48 volt battery the Kid can handle ~ 1500 watts.
Tools needed-
Appropriate screwdrivers for connectors and mounting screws
Multimeter
Wire Stripper
Wire cutters
Hammer with a punch or screwdriver for removing knockouts
The Kid and Big Baby installation manuals (please read these!)
**SAFETY NOTICE**
DO NOT HOOK UP THE WIRES TO YOUR PV PANELS UNTIL THE REST OF THE WIRING IS DONE THIS WILL BE
THE LAST STEP IN YOUR ASSEMBLY. KEEPING ALL BREAKERS OFF IS ALSO RECOMMENDED
