Morningstar ProStar PS-30M PWM 30A Charge Controller with Display 12/24V GEN3

Morningstar ProStar PS-30M Solar Panel Charge Controller 12/24 V. Morningstar Corporation ProStar PWM Charge Controller 12/24V, 30A with Display Model: PS-30M. Morningstars ProStar is the worlds leading mid-range solar controller for both professional and consumer applications. This second generation ProStar adds new features and protections using highly advanced technology.

These improvements provide longer battery life and improved system performance. The ProStar line of controllers set new standards for reliability and self-diagnostics.

The new ProStar is available in 15 or 30 amps, 12/24 or 48 volt, and negative or positive ground. An optional meter provides an extensive display of self-testing and system status. PWM series battery charging (not shunt). 3-position battery select: gel, sealed or flooded.

Very accurate control and measurement. Jumper to eliminate telecom noise. Tropicalization: conformal coating, stainless steel fasteners & anodized aluminum heat sink.

Current compensated low voltage disconnect (LVD). LEDs indicate battery status and faults. Lightning and transient surge protection. Loads protected from voltage spikes. Automatic recovery with all protections.

Night Disconnect: The solar array automatically disconnects at night to prevent reverse current leakage from the battery. Battery Sense: Good battery performance requires accurate charging.

Voltage drops in the battery power cables can distort the battery charging. The Sense wires eliminate the voltage drops for optimized charging. Temperature Compensation: Four control setpoints (25°C reference) are compensated for temperature (PWM regulation, float, equalization, high voltage disconnect).

The charging is compensated by 5 mV/°C /cell (30mV/°C for a 12V battery). Compensation is limited to minus 30°C. Remote Temperature Probe: An optional probe is available to measure temperature at a location away from the controller.

This requires soldering 2 wires to the ProStar PCB. A precision 3-digit digital meter will continuously display battery voltage, solar current, and the load current. The meter automatically scrolls through these 3 displays. The 3 red LEDs will indicate which parameter is being displayed.

The digital meter will operate from 30°C to +85°C. The values displayed are calibrated electronically in production and are accurate to within a few percent. Please note, however, that if the Battery Sense is not connected, the voltage displayed will be in error by the voltage drops in the battery wires. Highly accurate voltage and current display.

Displays 5 different protection functions and disconnect conditions. Self-diagnostics (self-test) provides a comprehensive test of the ProStar. Displays 9 different controller status parameters, including temperature. An optional remote temperature probe can be soldered to the ProStar assembly at any time. The standard cable length is 25 ft (7.6 m), and this can easily be extended to 100 ft (30 m) or longer.

The 2 probe wires are soldered to the main board assembly between the temperature sensor and the green LED, at "J12". The ProStar has 4 stages of charging to provide increased battery capacity and life. Recharging with 100% of available solar energy. PWM constant-voltage regulation to prevent heating and excessive battery gassing. Pulse charging to restore full battery capacity. Float: After battery is fully recharged, ProStar reduces to a float or trickle charge. The transition depends on battery history. A load that exceeds available solar output will return ProStar to the PWM mode. Equalize: A boost charge that depends on elapsed time and battery history.

Flooded cells receive a vigorous equalization, sealed batteries a smaller boost to bring uneven cells into balance and extend the battery life. Gel cells are not equalized. The Battery Type rotary switch allows selection of 1 of 3 charging algorithms.

These are broadly defined as the following battery types as noted on the lower label. Gel: Some gel and other battery types recommend lower regulation voltages and no equalization. This setting regulates to 14.0V (for a 12V battery). Sealed: AGM, "maintenance free" and some types of gel batteries. Regulates to 14.15V (12V battery) with 14.35V boost charging.

Flooded: Vented cells that require water to be added. Regulates to 14.4V with 14.9V and 15.1V equalizations (12V battery). Note: values are for 12V. Use 2X for 24V and 4X for 48V. This item is compatible, but not included. This item is not compatible. ProStar controller part numbers that end with an'M' feature the optional digital meter display (PS-15M, PS-30M, PS-15M-48V). Any product you return must be in the same condition you received it and in the original packaging. Morningstar Corporation ProStar PWM Charge Controller 12/24V, 30A with Display PS-30M Morningstars ProStar is the worlds leading mid-range solar controller for both professional and consumer applications. (mV/°C) 30mV 60mV 120mV Accuracy 40mV 60mV 80mV Min. Voltage to operate 8V 8V 15V Self-consumption 22mA 25mA 28mA LVD current coefficient 20mV 40mV 80mV Charge algorithm PWM, constant voltage Operating temperature 40°C to + 60°C Detailed Description Electronic ---Short-circuit solar and load ---Overload solar and load ---Reverse polarity ---Reverse current at night ---High voltage disconnect ---High temperature disconnect ---Lightning and transient surge protection ---Loads protected from voltage spikes ---Automatic recovery with all protections Charging ---Night Disconnect: The solar array automatically disconnects at night to prevent reverse current leakage from the battery. --Battery Sense: Good battery performance requires accurate charging.

--Temperature Compensation: Four control setpoints (25°C reference) are compensated for temperature (PWM regulation, float, equalization, high voltage disconnect). --Remote Temperature Probe: An optional probe is available to measure temperature at a location away from the controller. Options ---Digital meter A precision 3-digit digital meter will continuously display battery voltage, solar current, and the load current. -----Highly accurate voltage and current display ------Low self-consumption (1 mA) ------Includes manual disconnect button ------Displays 5 different protection functions and disconnect conditions ------Self-diagnostics (self-test) provides a comprehensive test of the ProStar ---------Displays 9 different controller status parameters, including temperature ---------Displays detected faults ---Positive ground ---Remote temperature probe An optional remote temperature probe can be soldered to the ProStar assembly at any time.

Optimized Battery Charging The ProStar has 4 stages of charging to provide increased battery capacity and life. 1--Recharging with 100% of available solar energy. 2--PWM constant-voltage regulation to prevent heating and excessive battery gassing.

3--Float: After battery is fully recharged, ProStar reduces to a float or trickle charge. 4--Equalize: A boost charge that depends on elapsed time and battery history. Battery Voltage Setpoints The Battery Type rotary switch allows selection of 1 of 3 charging algorithms. These are broadly defined as the following battery types as noted on the lower label: 1--Gel: Some gel and other battery types recommend lower regulation voltages and no equalization.

2--Sealed: AGM, "maintenance free" and some types of gel batteries. 3--Flooded: Vented cells that require water to be added. Gel Sealed Flooded Regulation Voltage 14.0 14.15 14.4 Float 13.7 13.7 13.7 Equalization n/a 14.35 14.9/15.1 Load Disconnect 11.4 11.4 11.4 Load Reconnect 12.6 12.6 12.6 Note: values are for 12V. 25°C reference ProStar Model Comparison: Model Number Digital Meter Positive Ground Remote Temp.

Probe PS-15 yes no yes PS-30 yes yes yes PS-15M standard no yes PS-30M> standard yes yes PS-15M-48V standard yes yes PS-30M-PG standard standard yes PS-15M-48V-PG standard standard yes Standard: This item is included. Yes: This item is compatible, but not included. No: This item is not compatible.

Digital meter ---Highly accurate voltage and current display ---Low self-consumption (1 mA) ---Includes manual disconnect button ---Displays 5 different protection functions and disconnect conditions ---Self-diagnostics (self-test) provides a comprehensive test of the ProStar ------Displays 9 different controller status parameters, including temperature ------Displays detected faults Optimized Battery Charging: The ProStar has 4 stages of charging to provide increased battery capacity and life. Sellers: Add a FREE map to your listings. Morningstar Corporation ProStar PWM Charge Controller 12/24V, 30A with Display PS-30M. The item "Morningstar ProStar PS-30M PWM 30A Charge Controller with Display 12/24V GEN3" is in sale since Friday, March 18, 2016. This item is in the category "Home & Garden\Home Improvement\Electrical Supplies\Alternative Energy Supplies\Alternative Energy Chargers & Inverters". The seller is "hurricanewindpowercom" and is located in Roanoke, Virginia. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, China, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, South africa, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi arabia, Ukraine, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa rica, Dominican republic, Panama, Trinidad and tobago, Guatemala, El salvador, Honduras, Jamaica, Antigua and barbuda, Aruba, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Saint kitts and nevis, Saint lucia, Turks and caicos islands, Barbados, Bermuda, Bolivia, Ecuador, Guadeloupe, Jordan, Cayman islands, Sri lanka, Martinique, Nicaragua, Oman, Peru, Pakistan, Viet nam, Uruguay.

Brand: Morningstar
Type: Off Grid Solar System
Energy Type: Solar
MPN: PS-30M
Model: PoStar PS-30M