eBay is an advertising medium run on a trust basis by it's members.
eBay cannot vet millions of listings.
I suspect these units should be regulated at the border upon importation.
Any electronic items that don't meet local regulations should not be allowed to cross the border.
An advertising site, amateur in advanced electronics cannot be expected to be a regulator.
Looks like someone needs to research suppliers before purchasing.
@ctradeaustralia,
In the first link which padi posted, the image has the words "MPPT 20 AMP" in large bright orange superimposed upon it.
The actual item in that image has the words "MPPT SOLAR CHARGE CONTROLLER" upon it.
The title of the listing is "Solar Charge Controller 20A MPPT PWM Solar Regulator 12V IP68 Waterproof Model" which is, at the very least, confusing.
It's only in the description that you write "Solar Charge Controller 20A Fast charge PWM Solar Regulator 12V/24V". Many eBay buyers don't read descriptions (particularly if they are purchasing on their mobile phone or tablet), and furthermore, you've made it even more difficult for buyers to see the description because you're using a horrible fixed-height window for the entire description, meaning that buyers have to scroll down within your window within the browser window in order to see that there's any description there.
So... which is it? MPPT or PWM?
And is it the same unit as that showing in padi's second link? That is, a Chinese unbranded unit that has not passed Australian Standards?
There is at the very least significant chance of the buyer being misled by virtue of the image of the item and the title of the item listing contradicting the description. In addition, I've no idea if this item has gone through the required standards process.
“There are regulations that apply to the supply of electrical equipment and appliances. The requirements set out in the regulations must be followed. A failure to do so is a criminal offence.”
“Regulations and Standards apply to all electrical equipment sold or offered for supply in Australia. Certain types of equipment are classified as prescribed. These pieces of equipment must go through a certification process which ensures the equipment is compliant to the relevant safety standards before being offered for supply in Australia.”
“Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM)
Prescribed electrical products must have an RCM on the appliance or an Australian approval number to show that the product has been certified.
This mark is currently recognised by all States and Territories of Australia.”
