Manufacturer Part Number: TS-MPPT-60
Morningstar’s TriStar MPPT solar controller (TS-MPPT-60) 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 (TS-MPPT-60 ONLY)
Metering and Data Logging
Optional TriStar meter and remote meter provides detailed operating data, alarms and faultsThree LED’s display system statusUp to 200 days of data logging via meters or communications portsTechnical Specifications
Electrical
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| TS-MPPT-60 |
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Maximum Battery Current |
| 60 amps |
Nominal Max Solar Input | 12 Volt | 24 Volt | 48 Volt |
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| 800 Watts | 1600 Watts | 3200 Watts |
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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
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| TS-MPPT-60 |
MeterBus |
| Yes |
RS-232 |
| Yes |
EIA-485 |
| Yes |
Ethernet |
| Yes |
Options
- TriStar Meter-2 (TS-M-2)
- TriStar Remote Meter-2 (TS-RM-2)
- Meter Hub (HUB-1)
- Relay Driver (RD-1)
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
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