Morningstar TriStar TS-MPPT-60 Solar Controller

Description

The Morningstar TriStar 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.

Maximizes Energy Harvest Our TrakStar MPPT Technology features:

• 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

Data Sheet

Installation and Operational Manual

Morningstar TriStar TS-MPPT-60
Maximum Battery Current  60 amps
Nominal Maximum Operating Power*
12 Volt 800 Watts
24 Volt 1600 Watts
48 Volt 3200 Watts
TS-MPPT-30, 45 and 60
Peak Efficiency 99%
Nominal System Voltage 12, 24, 36 or 48 volts DC
Maximum PV 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

Electrial Protections
Solar: Overload, Short Circuit, High Voltage
Battery: High Voltage
High Temperature
Lightning and Transient Surges
Reverse Current at Night Battery Charging

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 in
Weight 4.2 kg / 9.2 lbs • Max. Wire Size 35 mm² / 2 AWG
Conduit knockouts M20; ½, 1, 1 ¼ in • 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-60

Communication Ports
MeterBus Yes
RS-232 Yes
EIA-485 Yes
Ethernet Yes

Certifications
CE and RoHS Compliant
ETL Listed (UL1741)
cETL (CSA C22.2 No. 107.1-01)
FCC Class B Part 15 Compliant
U.S. National Electrical Code (NEC) 690.5 Compliant
Manufactured in a certified ISO 9001 facility