Description
The NEW MorningStar ProStar PS-MPPT-40 is a mid-range MPPT solar charge controller with TrakStar Technology™ that provides maximum power point tracking (MPPT) battery charging for off-grid photovoltaic (PV) systems up to 1100 watts. Available with and without advanced built-in meter. This device is ideal for industrial and residential applications. A Wire Box accessory to reduce hazards associated with exposed wires and connections can be purchased separately.
MorningStar ProStar PS-MPPT-40 Specifications:
Electrical
- Max. Battery Current 40 Amps
- Load Current Rating 30 Amps
- Max. PV Open Circuit Voltage (Voc) 120 Volts (without damage to unit)
- Nominal Battery Voltage 12V or 24V
- Nominal Max. Operating Power*
- 12 volt battery 550W @45C
- 24 volt battery 1100W @60C
- Peak Efficiency 98%
- Battery Voltage Range 10-35V
- Voltage Accuracy <= 0.1% +/- 50mV
- Self-Consumption normal: 0.6W; maximum: 1W
- LED Indications (1) status, (3) Battery S.0.C.
- Transient Surge Protection solar, battery, load
Environmental
- Operating Temperature Range -40 C to +60 C
- Meter Operating Temperature Range -20 C to +60 C
- Storage Temperature -40 C to +80 C
- Humidity 100% non-condensing
- Tropicalization Conformal coating, marine-rated terminals
Load & Lighting Control
- Low Voltage Disconnect, Low Voltage Reconnect Settings:
- 11.4V/12.6V or custom (x2 for 24 volt systems)
- Lighting Settings: Dusk-dawn or custom
Mechanical
- Dimensions
- Standard: 20 x 17 x 7 cm / 7.9 x 6.7 x 2.8 in
- w/ Wire Box: 20 x 28.5 x 9.2 cm / 7.9 x 11.2 x 3.6 in
Weight
- Standard: 1.4 kg / 3.1 lbs
- w/ Wire Box: 1.8 kg / 4.0 lbs
- Wire Size Range
Power terminals: 2.5 – 35 mm2
/ 14 – 2 AWG** - Battery/Temp. sense: 0.25 – 1.0 mm2
/ 24 – 16 AWG - Knockouts (wiring box option): M20, 1/2”, 1” (trade sizes)
- Enclosure: IP20, Type 1
Electronic Protections
- Automatic recovery without fuses
- Solar Input: overload, short-circuit, high voltage warning,
reverse polarity, high temperature, nighttime reverse current - Load Output: overload, short-circuit, high temperature,
reverse polarity - Battery: reverse polarity (no battery removal)
Battery Charging
- 4-stage charging: Bulk, Absorption, Float, Equalize
- 7 standard battery settings and customization
- Temperature Compensation
- Coefficient: -5 mV / C /cell (25 C / 77 F ref.)
- Range: -30 C to +60 C / -22 F to +140 F
- Setpoints: Absorption, Float, Equalize
Data & Communications
- Communication Port: MeterBus
- Protocols: Morningstar MeterBus, MODBUS
- Datalogging: 256 days, daily records
- PC Software: MSView
Certifications
- CE; RoHS; ETL Listed (UL1741, UL 62109); cETL (CSA-C22.2 No. 107.1)
TUV (IEC 62109-1); FCC Part-15 Class B compliant - Manufactured in a certified ISO 9001 facility
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