OptiMate Solar DUO 5A Controller 6-step 12V / 12.8V sealed solar charge controller & battery monitor

The OptiMate Solar DUO is a smart 5 A solar charge controller and battery maintainer designed for continuous “connect & forget” care of 12 V lead-acid and 12.8 V/13.2 V lithium LFP batteries. It automatically switches between charging during daylight and monitoring overnight, providing safe pulse charging, maintenance, and intelligent low-voltage recovery from as low as 4 V

SEO‑Rich Technical Specifications

• Charging Current: up to 5 A average from 10–60 W solar panels; pulse current 3–5 A
  

• Solar Panel Range: 10 W–60 W poly- or mono-crystalline; Vmp ~17 V, Voc ≤ 25 V
  

• Battery Compatibility: 12 V lead-acid (wet, AGM, GEL) and 12.8 / 13.2 V LFP batteries
  

• Low‑Volt Recovery: from 4 V
  

• Charge Program: 6-step automatic cycle (Test, Save, Charge, Optimize, Maintain, Monitor)
  

• Status Display: LED indicators show solar input and battery condition in real-time and at rest
  

• Operating Temperature: –20 °C to +50 °C; weatherproof controller housing
  

• Efficiency Features: Dual conversion with pulse for low-light conditions, low power draw (<0.5 mA) in monitor mode
  

• Safety Protections: Automatic shut-off on reverse polarity or short circuits; spark-free design
  

The OptiMate Solar DUO is perfect for maintaining batteries in remote, off‑grid, or seasonal applications—motorcycles, ATVs, boats, cars, and RVs—ensuring batteries remain healthy and ready with minimal user involvement. Its intelligent, weatherproof design and versatile panel compatibility make it a top choice for sustainable, hassle-free battery care.

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