Battery Monitors, Shunts and Accurate State of Charge

Intro
Knowing your true state of charge prevents surprises off-grid. A proper shunt monitor is the most reliable way to track LiFePO4 usage.

Why Use a Shunt Monitor

• Accuracy - measures real current flow in and out of the battery.
• History - tracks daily usage, charge cycles and trends.
• Alerts - set thresholds for low state of charge or high load.

Setup Tips

• Install the shunt in the main negative so all loads and chargers pass through it.
• Calibrate to your battery bank capacity and sync after a full charge.
• Keep sense wires short and secure.

What App or Display Data Matters

• State of charge for the quick glance.
• Current and power to see real-time draw or charge.
• Daily Ah or Wh to plan solar and driving time.

Bottom line
A shunt-based monitor gives confidence day to day and helps diagnose issues before they become problems.

Pair your lithium battery with a quality monitor