{"product_id":"kit-ece-lab-kit-18-mppt-solar-charge-controller","title":"ECE Lab Kit 18 MPPT Solar Charge Controller","description":"\u003ch1\u003eBuild an MPPT Solar Charge Controller with Arduino — Compare Perturb \u0026amp; Observe vs Direct Connection\u003c\/h1\u003e\n \n\u003cp class=\"value-summary\"\u003eEvery part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003cdiv class=\"specs-strip\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuild Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5-6 hrs\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15-21\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkill:\u003c\/strong\u003e MPPT Algorithm Implementation\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n \n\u003cp\u003eEver wondered how solar charge controllers squeeze every last watt from a panel? This intermediate-level lab kit lets you implement the Perturb and Observe (P\u0026amp;O) MPPT algorithm on an Arduino, then compare its performance against a simple direct connection. You'll measure voltage, current, and power under varying light conditions, proving the algorithm's effectiveness in real time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Build\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll build a fully functional MPPT solar charge controller that dynamically tracks the maximum power point of a 10W solar panel, charging a LiFePO4 battery. The experiment includes a direct charging path for side-by-side comparison, with sensors feeding data to a serial monitor for analysis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Learn\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eImplement the Perturb \u0026amp; Observe algorithm in Arduino code\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInterface voltage and current sensors with an Arduino\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnalyze I-V characteristics of a solar panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompare efficiency between MPPT and direct charging methods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n \n\u003ch2\u003eKit Contents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eComponent\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eQuantity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArduino Uno R3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolar Panel 10W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMOSFET IRF540N\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSchottky Diode\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInductor 100µH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLiFePO4 Cell\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVoltage Sensor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurrent Sensor ACS712\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB Cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM-M Wires\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n \n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy This Kit Instead of Sourcing Parts Separately\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFactor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSourcing Separately\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCompoden Kit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility checks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYou verify every part\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePre-tested as a system\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuild support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForums and scattered tutorials\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAI companion trained on this exact project\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTime to first working build\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDays of debugging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHours, with step-by-step guidance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping coordination\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMultiple sellers, multiple delays\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne shipment from Bengaluru in 3-5 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n \n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Kit Is For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for B.Tech ECE\/EEE students tackling renewable energy lab assignments, CBSE Class 12 physics extended projects, or Smart India Hackathon teams working on solar optimization. Engineering colleges using ATL tinkering labs or project-based learning modules will find this kit plug-and-play for their curriculum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt and Backed by Compoden\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Compoden kit ships with an AI build companion trained on this exact project — accessible via a QR code on the box, with WhatsApp and email backup. We've spent 10 years building projects for makers, schools, and institutions across India. If a part fails because of a manufacturing defect, replace it free within 7 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat if I get stuck during the build?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eScan the QR code on the box to access the AI companion trained specifically for this MPPT kit. It can answer questions step-by-step, and you can also reach us via WhatsApp for human backup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I use a panel larger than 10W?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe IRF540N MOSFET and Schottky diodes can handle higher currents, but the P\u0026amp;O algorithm and voltage sensors are calibrated for the included 10W panel. For larger panels, you would need to adjust sensor scaling and possibly upgrade the inductor. We recommend starting with the provided panel for the learning experiment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs the Arduino code provided?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The AI companion provides the full, commented Arduino sketch for the Perturb \u0026amp; Observe algorithm, along with instructions to upload it. You'll also get a serial monitor dashboard to visualize real-time MPPT performance versus direct charging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow do I compare MPPT and direct charging in the same circuit?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe kit includes a toggle setup using the MOSFETs and diodes that lets you switch between MPPT and direct paths without rewiring. Sensor data from both modes is logged via the Arduino, so you can view side-by-side efficiency curves on the serial monitor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"kit-description\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003ePerturb and observe MPPT algorithm on Arduino optimises power from solar panel to battery — compare with direct connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch4\u003eWhat's in this kit\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/uno-r3-ch340g-atmega328p-board-arduino-compatible\"\u003eArduino Uno R3\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/6v-2w-solar-panel-for-diy-electronics-iot-projects\"\u003eSolar Panel 10W\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/irf540n-mosfet-100v-33a-n-channel-power-transistor-compoden\"\u003eMOSFET IRF540N\u003c\/a\u003e x2\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/1n5819-schottky-diode-1a-40v-fast-switching-for-power-supplies\"\u003eSchottky Diode\u003c\/a\u003e x3\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eInductor 100µH\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLiFePO4 Cell\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/zmpt101b-2ma-ac-voltage-transformer-sensor-module\"\u003eVoltage Sensor\u003c\/a\u003e x2\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/zmct103c-10a-ac-current-transformer-sensor-compoden\"\u003eCurrent Sensor ACS712\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/esp32-cam-mb-programmer-module-with-micro-usb-ch340g-plug-play\"\u003eUSB Cable\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eM-M Wires x20\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"What is included in the ECE Lab Kit 18 MPPT Solar Charge Controller?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"The ECE Lab Kit 18 MPPT Solar Charge Controller includes all components needed: Arduino Uno R3, Solar Panel 10W, MOSFET IRF540N, Schottky Diode, Inductor 100µH and more. 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