What is MPPT? Visual Demonstration

Solar MPPT (maximum power point tracker) explanation and visual demonstration

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INA219 I2C IIC Bi-Directional DC Current Sensor

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0.96" I2C IIC 128X64 OLED Display

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Pro Micro ATmega32U4 5V/16MHz Leonardo
I used an ATTiny 85 but can’t get the old code to compile (libraries changes), Pro Micro or an older Pro Mini is what I would recommend if you don’t want to fight to find the right arduino libraries. The arduino in the link is a nice one to start off with if you’re looking for something small.

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Mini USB 0.15A-3A Electronic Load Tester Adjustable Constant Current

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3.7V 1200mAh Lipo Battery
I used an old 18650 cell but these are nice and come with battery protection.

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TP4056 1A Lipo Battery Charging Board

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5V DC-DC Step Up Voltage Boost Converter

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3W 9V Solar Panel Module
This isn’t the solar cell I used but similar and better.

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