Morningstar TriStar 30A MPPT Solar Charge Controller

The industry-leading TriStar MPPT™ with TrakStar Technology is an advanced maximum power point tracking controller for larger off-grid photovoltaic (PV) energy systems up to 3kWp. It can charge Lead-Acid, Lithium, NiCd, and other battery chemistries. Custom settings programming is required for Lithium, NiCd, and other battery chemistries.

An iconic design, TriStar MPPT’s have been proven in solar installations around the globe and remain the first choice for designers of mission-critical systems where failure is not an option.

• Maximizes energy harvest – superior peak power tracking over conventional MPPT controllers.
• Highest peak efficiency for off-grid controllers in the industry: 99% (TS150).
• Built for reliability and performance , with an oversized heatsink and over-spec’d components. Fully-rated for operation at temperatures up to 45C.
• Extensive networking and communications features enable system monitoring, data logging, and adjustability.
• On-board RS-232 port included on all models; Ethernet included on all 60A models.
• Extensive electronic protections include short-circuit, over-current and reverse polarity to ensure the controller will not be damaged by wiring mistakes or overloads.
• Certified to IEC 62093 which establishes requirements for the design qualification of balance-of-system (BOS) components used in terrestrial photovoltaic (PV) systems.
• Fanless design for long-term reliability.

Specifications and Certifications

Model TS-MPPT-30 TS-MPPT-45 TS-MPPT-60 TS-MPPT-60M *Custom programming required for other than lead acid batteries.**Input power can exceed Nominal Operating Power. Controller will limit and provide its rated continuous maximum output current into batteries. Charge Rating 30 amps 45 amps 60 amps 60 amps Max. PV Open Circuit Voltage (Voc) 150 volts 150 volts 150 volts 150 volts Nominal Battery Voltage 12, 24, 36, or 48V 12, 24, 36, or 48V 12, 24, 36, or 48V 12, 24, 36, or 48V Battery Chemistry Supported* L/A, Li, NiCd, others L/A, Li, NiCd, others L/A, Li, NiCd, others L/A, Li, NiCd, others Nominal max. Operating Power** – 12 volt battery 400W 600W 800W 800W Nominal max. Operating Power** – 24 volt battery 800W 1200W 1600W 1600W Nominal max. Operating Power** – 48 volt battery 1600W 2400W 3200W 3200W Peak efficiency 99% 99% 99% 99% Battery Operating Voltage Range 8-72Vdc 8-72Vdc 8-72Vdc 8-72Vdc Voltage Accuracy (12/24V) <=0.1% +/- 50mV <=0.1% +/- 50mV <=0.1% +/- 50mV <=0.1% +/- 50mV Voltage Accuracy (48V) <=0.1% +/- 100mV <=0.1% +/- 100mV <=0.1% +/- 100mV <=0.1% +/- 100mV Operating Temperature Range -40 C to +45C -40 C to +45C -40 C to 45C -40 C to +45C Warranty 5 Years 5 Years 5 Years 5 Years Built-in meter Yes CE and RoHS compliant Yes Yes Yes Yes TAA compliant Yes Yes Yes Yes IEC 62109 Yes Yes Yes Yes ETL Listed [UL-1741 and Canadian CSA C22.2 No.107.1.01] Yes Yes Yes Yes FCC Class B Part 15 Compliant Yes Yes Yes Yes Manufactured in a Certified ISO 9001 Facility Yes Yes Yes Yes