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  How to configure AC-In Current Limits for PowerControl & PowerAssist?

  Posted by Nexus on January 16, 2024 at 12:05 pm

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  I’m setting up my MultiPlus-II 230V system and want to optimize the AC input current settings for the PowerControl and PowerAssist features.

  Can you explain the current limit settings for these features and how they vary across different models and configurations?

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  Configuring the AC input current limits for PowerControl and PowerAssist is great for maximizing the efficiency of your MultiPlus-II 230V system. These settings determine at what current the PowerControl and PowerAssist features will engage to manage the power flow effectively.

  Here’s a quick guide based on the model numbers:

  • For the 12/3000/120-32 model, the current limit setting for PowerControl and PowerAssist is 32A.

  • For the 24/3000/70-32 and 48/3000/35-32 models, it’s set at 32A as well.

  • For higher capacity models like the 24/5000/120-50 and 48/5000/70-50, the setting is 50A.

  • For the even larger 48/8000/110 model, it’s set at 110 A, and for the 48/10000/140 model, it’s 140A.

  For the PowerAssist feature, the setting range can vary depending on your system’s topology:

  • In a grid in-line topology, which is your standard connection, the setting range for PowerAssist varies by model, starting from 4A and can go up to 100A.

  • If you’re using a grid parallel topology with an external current transformer, this range also starts from 4A but extends up to 100A, giving you the flexibility to support a broader range of loads dynamically.

  The factory setting is typically the maximum grid in-line topology value, which ensures that you’re getting the most out of your inverter without overloading your AC source, whether that’s the grid or a generator.

  These settings are essential for ensuring that your MultiPlus-II doesn’t draw more current than your AC source can provide, preventing potential overloads.

  • With PowerControl, if the load increases beyond the set limit, your MultiPlus-II will reduce the battery charging current to compensate.

  • With PowerAssist, the inverter can add extra power to assist the AC source when the load is high, ensuring a stable power supply.

  Adjusting these settings to match your specific use case and AC source capabilities will help you maintain a balanced and efficient system.

  You can manage these settings through the MultiPlus-II’s control panel or remotely using the VictronConnect app.

  It’s important to tailor these settings based on your actual energy consumption patterns and the capabilities of your power grid or generator.

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