Morningstar TriStar TS-60 PWM Charge Controller

The TriStar™ is a three-function PWM controller for larger systems, providing reliable PWM solar battery charging or load control or diversion regulation. The controller operates in one of these modes at a time and two or more controllers may be used to provide multiple functions. The TriStar uses advanced technology and automated production to provide exciting new features at a competitive cost to regulate battery charging in home systems and professional applications. The 60 amp version is also available with a factory installed meter.

Features

• Built for reliability and performance, with an oversized heatsink and over-spec'd components
• High reliability - Large heat sink 1 and conservative design enables operation at up to 60 deg C ambient
• More power - Ratings to 60 A at 48 VDC will handle solar arrays of up to 3.2 kW of continuous power
• Communications capability - RS-232 2 connects to a personal computer for custom settings, data logging and remote monitoring and control
• Fully adjustable - DIP switch 3 provides user with a choice of 7 different digital presets and custom settings via RS-232
• Extensive electronic protections - Fully protected against reverse polarity, short circuit, overcurrent, high temperature and overvoltage
• Simple mechanical interface - larger power terminals 4 and conduit knockouts 5
• Extra space for wire turns
• Fits on power panels
• Better battery charging - Connecting battery sense wires 6 and optional remote temperature sensor 7 will improve control accuracy
• Constant voltage series PWM algorithm increases battery capacity and life
• Easy to reset - pushbutton 11 provides manual reset and stop/start battery equalization or load disconnect
• Low telecom noise - DIP switch setting will change PWM to On-Off battery charging
• 3 LED's 8 to indicate status, faults and alarms. Optional meter 9 displays extensive system and controller information, automatic self-test and reset capabilities. Meter connection via RJ-11 phone jack 10
• SNMP monitoring supported when used with Ethernet MeterBus Converter so you can view system current, voltages, and alerts in your network management system
  

Specifications

• Type: PWM
• Nominal Battery Voltage: 12, 24, 36, 48 V
• Wire Size: 35 mm² / 2 AWG
• Enclosure Rating: Indoor Type 1
• Storage Temperature: -55 to 85°C
• Display Type: LED Indicator Lights
• Charge Rating: 60 A
• Maximum PV Open Circuit Voltage: 125 V
• Minimum Voltage to Operate: 9 V
• Voltage Accuracy: ≤0.1% ±50mV at 12/24 V
• Operating Temperature: -40 to 60°C
• Built-in Meter: No
• Self-Consumption:
  • <20 mA (Controller)
  • 7.5 mA (Meter)
• Conduit Knockouts: Eccentric 2.5/3.2 cm (1.0/1.25 in)
• Humidity: 100% Non-Condensing
• Dimensions: 10.3 x 5 x 2.8 in
• Standards:
  • CE & RoHS Compliant
  • IEC 62109
  • ETL Listed (UL-1741 & Canadian CSA C22.2 No.107.1.01)
  • FCC Class B Part 15 Compliant
  • ISO 9001
• Weight: 1.6 kg
• Warranty: 5 Years
• Application:
  • Agricultural
  • Automation & Control
  • Lighting
  • Mining Operations
  • Railroad
  • Residential
  • Rural Electrification
  • RV-Caravan & Marine
  • Security & Surveillance
  • Telecom
  • Traffic & Signaling

Documents 

• Specification Sheet
• Installation/Operation Guide
• Quick Start Guide