2025-02-23

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BQ25750EVM Board: https://mou.sr/3CB2EZo

BQ25750 IC: https://mou.sr/42IcfZ4

USB2ANY Interface: https://mou.sr/3Q3yUHD

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In this video we will have a closer look at MPPT Charge Controller and find out why they are crucial for solar panels and wind generators. Along the way we will have a look at a commercial solution, come up with our own DIY solution and have some fun with promising looking ICs. This way we will learn the most important things about MPPT ;-) Let's get started!

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0:00 Wind Generator Problem!

1:18 Intro

1:59 Why MPPT?

4:10 Wind Controller Test

4:56 Mystery Solved! (Power Converter)

6:01 DIY MPPT Boost Converter

6:48 Perturb & Observe Technique

7:50 DIY Test!

9:21 BQ25750 IC Test!

10:55 Amazon MPPT Board Test!

11:33 Verdict