Description
TriStar 60 Amp 12/24/48 Volt MPPT Charge Controller
Manufacturer Part Number: TS-MPPT-60
Morningstar’s TriStar MPPT (TS-MPPT-60) solar controller with TrakStar Technology is an advanced maximum power point tracking (MPPT) battery charger for off-grid photovoltaic (PV) systems up to 3kW. The controller provides the industry’s highest peak efficiency of 99% and significantly less power loss compared to other MPPT controllers. The TriStar MPPT features a smart tracking algorithm that maximizes the energy harvest from the PV by rapidly finding the solar array peak power point with extremely fast sweeping of the entire I-V curve. This product is the first PV controller to include on-board Ethernet for a fully web-enabled interface and includes up to 200 days of data logging.
Features and Benefits
Maximizes Energy Harvest
- Better peak power point tracking than other MPPT controllers
- Very fast sweeping of the entire I-V curve
- Recognition of multiple power points during shading or mixed PV arrays
- Excellent performance at sunrise and low solar insolation levels
Extremely High Reliability
- Robust thermal design and no cooling fans
- Parallel circuit design provides less stress and longer life for electronic components
- No mechanical relays
- Extensive electronic protections including PV short circuit protection
- Epoxy encapsulated inductors and conformally coated printed circuit boards
Very High Efficiency
- Peak efficiency of 99%
- Proprietary tracking algorithm minimizes power losses
- Low self-consumption
- Continuous operation at full power to 45°C without need to de-rate
- Selected electronic devices with higher ratings to minimize losses from heating
Communications Capabilities
Enables system monitoring, data logging and adjustability. Uses open standard MODBUS™ protocol and Morningstar’s MS View software
- Meterbus: communications between compatible Morningstar products
- Serial RS-232: connection to a personal computer
- EIA-485: communications between multiple devices on a bus
- Ethernet: fully web-enabled interface to a local network or internet; view from a web browser or send email/text messages
Metering and Data Logging
- Optional TriStar meter and remote meter provides detailed operating data, alarms and faults
- Three LED’s display system status
- Up to 200 days of data logging via meters or communications ports
Technical Specifications
Electrical
|
TS-MPPT-45 |
TS-MPPT-60 |
| Maximum Battery Current |
45 amps |
60 amps |
Nominal Max
Solar Input |
12 Volt |
| 24 Volt |
| 48 Volt |
|
| 600 Watts |
| 1200 Watts |
| 2400 Watts |
|
| 800 Watts |
| 1600 Watts |
| 3200 Watts |
|
| Peak Efficiency |
99% |
| Nominal System Voltage |
12, 24, 36 or 48 volts DC |
| Maximum Solar Open Circuit Voltage |
150 volts DC |
| Battery Operating Voltage Range |
8-72 volts DC |
| Maximum Self-consumption |
2.7 Watts |
| Transient Surge Protection |
4500 Watts/port |
Electronic Protections
- Solar: Overload, Short Circuit, High Voltage
- Battery: High Voltage
- High Temperature
- Lightning and Transient Surges
- Reverse Current at Night
Battery Charging
- Charging algorithm: 4-stage
- Charging stages: Bulk, Absorption, Float, Equalize
- Temperature Compensation
| Coefficient |
–5mV/°C/cell (25° ref) |
| Range |
–30°C to +80°C |
| Set points |
Absorption, Float, Equalize, HVD |
| Note: Remote Temperature Sensor is included |
Mechanical
-
| Dimensions: |
29.1 x 13.0 x 14.2 cm |
|
11.4 x 5.1 x 5.6 inch |
- Weight: 4.2 kg / 9.2 lbs.
- Max. Wire Size: 35 mm² / 2 AWG
- Conduit knockouts: M20; ½, 1, 1 ¼ inch
-
| Enclosure: |
Type 1 (indoor and vented) |
|
IP20 |
Environmental
- Ambient Temperature: –40°C to +45°C
- Storage Temperature: –55°C to +100°C
- Humidity: 100% non-condensing
-
| Tropicalization: |
Epoxy encapsulation |
|
Conformal coating |
|
Marine rated terminals |
Communication Ports
|
TS-MPPT-45 |
TS-MPPT-60 |
| MeterBus |
Yes |
Yes |
| RS-232 |
Yes |
Yes |
| EIA-485 |
No |
Yes |
| Ethernet |
No |
Yes |
Options
Certifications
- CE Compliant
- ETL Listed (UL1741)
- cETL (CSA C22.2 No. 107.1-01)
- FCC Class B Part 15 Compliant
- Complies with (NEC) U.S. National Electric Code
- RoHS Compliant
- Manufactured in a certified ISO 9001 facility
