Morningstar TriStar TS-60M PWM Solar Charge Controller

Description

The Morningstar TriStar TS-60M Controllers from Morningstar are three-function, programmable controllers that provide reliable solar battery charging, diversion regulation, and load control. These controllers operate in one of these modes at a time; two or more controllers may be used to provide multiple functions. The Morningstar TriStar TS-60M uses advanced technology and automated production to provide substantial new features at a competitive cost. The optional TriStar meter is the most sophisticated and informative controller meter on the market.

Morningstar TriStar TS-60M PWM Features:

• Fully Adjustable. DIP switch provides user with a choice of 7 different digital presets and custom settings via RS-232.
• More Power. Ratings to 60A at 48VDC will handle solar arrays up to 4kW.
• Communications Capability. RS-232 connects to a personal computer for customized settings, data logging, and remote monitoring and control.
• Simple Mechanical Interface. Larger power terminals and conduit knockouts. Extra space for wire turns. Fits on power panels.
• Easy to Reset. Pushbutton provides manual reset and stop/start battery equalization or load disconnect.
• Better Battery Charging. Connecting battery sense wires and optional remote temperature sensor will improve control accuracy. Constant voltage series PWM algorithm increases battery capacity and life.
• Low Telecom Noise. DIP switch setting will change PWM to “On-Off” battery charging.
• More Information. 3 LEDs to indicate status, faults, and alarms. Optional meter displays extensive system and controller information, automatic self-test, and reset capabilities. Meter connection via RJ-11 phone jack.
• High Reliability. Large heat sink and conservative design enables operating at full ratings to 140° F.
• Warranty. 5 Years

Morningstar TriStar TS-60M PWM Specifications:

Electrical

• Rated solar, load, or diversion current: 60 Amps
• System Voltage: 12, 24, 48 Volts
• Minimum voltage to operate: 9 Volts
• Maximum solar voltage (VOC): 125 Volts
• Self-Consumption
• Controller < 20mA

Mechanical

• Dimensions: 10.3″ x 5.0″ x 2.8″
• Weight: 3.5 LBS
• Largest Wire: 2 AWG
• Conduit knockouts: Eccentric 1.0 / 1.25 in.
• Enclosure: Type 1, indoor rated

Environmental

• Operating ambient temperature: -40 F to 140 F
• Storage Temperature: -67 F to 185 F
• Humidity: 100% non-condensing
• Topicalization: Conformal coating on both sides of all printed circuit boards

Electronic Protections

• Overcurrent protection
• Short-circuit protection
• Prevents reverse current from battery at night
• Reverse polarity protection (any combination)
• Lightning and transient surge protection using 4500W transient voltage suppressors
• High temperature protection via automatic current reduction or complete shutdown

Certifications

• MET Labs (EN 60335-1, EN 60335-2 29)
• ETL Listed (UL 1741)
• CE Compliant
• cETL (CSA-C22.2 No. 107.1-95)
• TUV (IEC 62109-1)
• Manufactured in a certified ISO 9001 facility
• Complies with U.S. National Electric Code

Options (Each Sold Separately)

• TriStar Meter-2 (TS-M-2)
• TriStar Remote Meter (TS-RM-2)
• Remote Temperature Sensor (RTS)
• Ethernet MeterBus Converter (EMC-1)
• MeterHub (HUB-1)
• PC MeterBus Adapter (MSC)
• Relay Driver (RD-1)

TS-60M Manual