{"product_id":"20a-pwm-solar-charge-controller-with-lcd-12v24v36v48v","title":"20A PWM Solar Charge Controller with LCD — 12V\/24V\/36V\/48V","description":"\u003c!-- \n  ***********************************************************\n  EBAY LISTING DATA\n  ***********************************************************\n  OPTIMIZED EBAY TITLE (80 Chars): EPEVER VS2048BN Solar Charge Controller PWM 20A 12V 24V 36V 48V LCD Display\n  SEO NOTES: Grounded in EPEVER ViewStar BN series research. Common Negative design verified. Includes RS485 Modbus specs and exact terminal sizing.\n--\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.6; color: #333333; max-width: 900px; margin: 0 auto;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n  {\n    \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\",\n    \"@type\": \"Product\",\n    \"name\": \"EPEVER VS2048BN ViewStar PWM Solar Charge Controller - 20A 12V\/24V\/36V\/48V\",\n    \"description\": \"High-performance EPEVER VS2048BN ViewStar solar charge controller with 20A capacity and auto-system recognition for 12V to 48V systems. Features Common Negative grounding and RS485 communication.\",\n    \"brand\": { \"@type\": \"Brand\", \"name\": \"Solarika\" },\n    \"sku\": \"VS2048BN\",\n    \"mpn\": \"VS2048BN\",\n    \"offers\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Offer\",\n      \"url\": \"https:\/\/Solarika.co.uk\/products\/{{ product.handle }}\",\n      \"priceCurrency\": \"GBP\",\n      \"price\": \"{{ product.price | money_without_currency }}\",\n      \"availability\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/InStock\"\n    }\n  }\n  \u003c\/script\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2c3e50; color: #ffffff; padding: 40px 20px; text-align: center; border-radius: 6px 6px 0 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch1 style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 28px; letter-spacing: 1px; text-transform: uppercase; color: #ffffff;\"\u003eEPEVER VS2048BN SOLAR CONTROLLER\u003c\/h1\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 0; font-size: 18px; color: #ecf0f1;\"\u003eProfessional 20A PWM Regulator | 12V-48V Auto System\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-top: none; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-top: 0;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eEPEVER VS2048BN\u003c\/strong\u003e is a professional-grade ViewStar series PWM solar charge controller designed for off-grid PV systems. Unlike standard entry-level controllers, the BN series features a \u003cstrong\u003eCommon Negative\u003c\/strong\u003e design, making it the ideal choice for modern RVs, caravans, and marine applications where the chassis is used for grounding. With a highly intuitive LCD interface and 20A of charging power, it ensures your battery bank remains healthy and optimized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f8f9fa; border-left: 5px solid #27ae60; padding: 15px; margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong style=\"color: #27ae60;\"\u003eRELIABILITY:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered with high-quality components from ST and Infineon to ensure a long service life even in demanding environments.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; margin-top: 20px; gap: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 300px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius: 6px; padding: 20px; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"color: #2c3e50; border-bottom: 2px solid #3498db; padding-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cul style=\"list-style-type: none; padding: 0; margin: 0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cli style=\"padding: 10px 0; border-bottom: 1px dashed #eee;\"\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003eCommon Negative\u003c\/strong\u003e grounding for vehicle\/marine safety\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli style=\"padding: 10px 0; border-bottom: 1px dashed #eee;\"\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003eRS485 Communication\u003c\/strong\u003e port (RJ45) for MT50 or PC monitoring\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli style=\"padding: 10px 0; border-bottom: 1px dashed #eee;\"\u003e✔ Intelligent 3-stage PWM charging (Bulk, Boost\/Equalize, Float)\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli style=\"padding: 10px 0; border-bottom: 1px dashed #eee;\"\u003e✔ Backlit LCD for real-time operating data and error tracking\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli style=\"padding: 10px 0; border-bottom: 1px dashed #eee;\"\u003e✔ Temperature compensation via optional external sensor\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 300px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius: 6px; padding: 20px; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"color: #2c3e50; border-bottom: 2px solid #3498db; padding-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eTechnical Specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003eVS2048BN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSystem Voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e12\/24\/36\/48V DC Auto\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRated Current\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e20 Amp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax. PV Voc\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e96V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTerminal Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e16mm² \/ 6AWG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003eIP30\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e205 x 119 x 67 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 30px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"background-color: #34495e; color: #fff; padding: 12px 15px; margin: 0; border-radius: 6px 6px 0 0; text-align: center;\"\u003eCompatibility \/ Fitment Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n        \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #ecf0f1;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003eBattery Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003eSystem Voltage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n        \u003ctbody\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eLead-Acid (Sealed\/Gel\/Flooded)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e12V, 24V, 36V, 48V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eStandard profiles pre-loaded.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUser-Defined (Lithium\/LFP)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAdjustable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCustom voltage settings via MT50\/PC software.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePV Array (48V System)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMax 96V Voc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePV input must stay below 96V.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 30px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"background-color: #34495e; color: #fff; padding: 12px 15px; margin: 0; border-radius: 6px 6px 0 0; text-align: center;\"\u003eOEM Cross Reference\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eEPEVER VS2048BN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eEPSOLAR VS2048BN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eViewStar BN 20A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 30px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"background-color: #34495e; color: #fff; padding: 12px 15px; margin: 0; border-radius: 6px 6px 0 0; text-align: center;\"\u003eInstallation Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 20px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-top: none; background-color: #ffffff; color: #444; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSequence:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1. Connect Battery (+) and (-) first. 2. Connect Solar Panel (+) and (-). 3. Connect Load (optional). To disconnect, follow the reverse order. Ensure the battery voltage is at least 9V for the controller to initialize.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 30px; background-color: #fcfcfc; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius: 6px; padding: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"color: #2c3e50; border-bottom: 2px solid #3498db; padding-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eQuestions \u0026amp; Answers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 5px 0; font-weight: bold; color: #333;\"\u003eIs this a genuine original part?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; color: #666; font-size: 15px;\"\u003eYes, this is an authentic EPEVER ViewStar BN series controller sourced directly for Solarika, meeting all European safety and performance standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 5px 0; font-weight: bold; color: #333;\"\u003eHow do I know if it is compatible?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; color: #666; font-size: 15px;\"\u003eIf you have a 12V to 48V battery system and your total solar array output is 20A or less, this controller is compatible. Please check that your solar panel Open Circuit Voltage (Voc) does not exceed 96V.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 5px 0; font-weight: bold; color: #333;\"\u003eCan I use this with a remote meter?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; color: #666; font-size: 15px;\"\u003eYes, the VS2048BN is fully compatible with the EPEVER MT50 remote meter via the built-in RS485 communication port, allowing you to monitor and program the unit from a distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 30px; text-align: center; font-size: 14px; color: #7f8c8d; border-top: 1px solid #eee; padding-top: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Professional installation is recommended. 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