Renogy Rover Boost 36V/48V — 10A MPPT Solar Charge Controller
Compact boost controller that lets 12V/24V panels charge 36V or 48V battery banks
Overview
The Rover Boost is a compact MPPT charge controller that raises lower-voltage solar panel output so you can charge 36V or 48V battery banks from 12V or 24V panels. Designed for tight installs like golf carts, scooters, and small EVs, it improves range and battery health by capturing more solar energy and delivering optimized charging profiles for lead-acid and lithium batteries. Bluetooth and Renogy monitoring options enable remote status and control.
Benefits
- Extend driving range and run time for golf carts, scooters, small EVs and off-grid vehicles by adding usable solar charging.
- Keep batteries healthier longer with accurate 4-stage MPPT charging, reducing need for manual maintenance or frequent replacements.
- Save installation space with a compact unit that fits narrow mounting locations and simplifies wiring.
- Monitor and adjust settings remotely via Bluetooth and Renogy cloud tools to avoid on-site troubleshooting.
- Avoid downtime: built-in protections prevent common faults like reverse polarity, short circuits, and overheating.
Features
- Boost function: accepts 12V/24V panel input and charges 36V or 48V battery banks.
- MPPT algorithm: delivers at least 99% tracking efficiency and up to 90% charge conversion efficiency.
- 4-stage charging: Bulk, Boost, Float, and Equalization for precise battery management.
- Battery presets: AGM/Sealed, Gel, Flooded, LFP plus a customizable USER mode.
- Automatic 36V/48V system recognition for non?lithium batteries.
- LED indicators and SET button on the output side for status and configuration.
- Optional Bluetooth monitoring via BT-2 module (RCM-BT2) and integration with Renogy ONE M1 for cloud-based, real-time monitoring.
- Optional accessories: remote temperature sensor (RTSCC) and voltage sensor (RVSCC) to improve charging accuracy.
- Multiple electronic protections: battery overcharge/over-discharge, reverse polarity (battery and PV), PV reverse flow, PV short-circuit, over-temperature, and charging over-current protection.
- Designed to work with panels connected in parallel when using multiple modules.
Specifications
- Model: RCC10RVRB (36V/48V Rover Boost 10A MPPT)
- Nominal system voltage: 36V / 48V (auto recognition, non?lithium)
- Rated charge current: 10 A (maximum output to batteries)
- Max PV input power: 500 W (36V); 650 W (48V)
- Charging power: 450 W (36V); 600 W (48V)
- Power limiting protection: up to 600 W (36V); 800 W (48V)
- MPPT / Solar input voltage range (VOC): 15–25 VDC for 36V; 15–40 VDC for 48V
- Max input current (short-circuit, Isc): 35 A
- Battery operating range: 30–65 VDC
- Battery types supported: AGM/Sealed, GEL, FLOODED, LFP, USER (custom)
- Temperature compensation: -3 mV/°C/2V (Non?Lithium); 0 mV/°C/2V (Lithium, no compensation)
- Power consumption: ? 2 W
- Ground type: Common negative lug (M3)
- Max terminal size: 16–2 AWG, M6-12x1
- Dimensions: 8.8 x 7.6 x 2.9 in (224 x 192 x 74.5 mm)
- Weight: 2.65 lbs (1.2 kg)
- Protection level: IP20
- Operating temperature range: -31°F to 149°F (-35°C to 65°C)
- Storage temperature range: -40°F to 176°F (-40°C to 80°C)
- Operating / storage humidity: 0–95% RH
- Certifications: CE and RoHS compliant; FCC Class B Part 15 compliant
- Warranty: 2 year material and workmanship
- Package includes: 1 x 36V/48V Rover Boost 10A MPPT Solar Charge Controller
- Optional remote monitor: Bluetooth Module BT-2 (RCM-BT2) for RS485 / CAN bus communication
- Recommended wiring: connect battery to controller first, then connect solar panels; use parallel panel connections for multiple 12V/24V modules as required by voltage limits
