Morningstartristar MPPT Solar Charge Controller

 
Brand and Controller Introduction

Morningstar's TriStar MPPT 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.

KEY FEATURES AND BENEFITS

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

POWER POINT TRACKING
• Maximizes Energy Harvest
• Extremely High Reliability
• Very High Efficiency
• Extensive Networking

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

Metering and Data Logging
• TriStar meter and remote meter provides detailed operating data, alarms and faults
• Three LEDs display system status
• Up to 200 days of data logging via meters or communications ports

Extensive Networking and 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
• EMC-1: IP based network and internet connectivity

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

Datasheet
Protection 
Surge protection
High temperature  protection
Back flow prevention
load short circuit  protection
Over current  protection
High voltage  protection
Low voltage disconnect protection

Warranty: Five years warranty period. 

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