Morningstar Tristar 60A MPPT Solar Charge Controller for 12V/24V/48V Batteries - High Efficiency Solar Panel Regulator with PWM Technology - Reliable Battery Charger for Off-Grid Systems, RV, Marine & Home Solar Power
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Morningstar Corporation Sunsaver 10A PWM Solar Charge Controller 12V Batteries has the lowest fail rate in the industry and is the most reliable controller for your solar setup. With offgrid uses from Antactica to the Sahara Desert you can count on these controllers to work reliably in your setup. MPPT solar charge controller is a variety we offer as well as PWM models. MPPT charge controller will fit in great in your setup. Solar charger controller is essential for your solar set up having a solar panel charge controller increases efficiency. We have 30 amp solar charge controller models and 12v solar charge controller models. Also other models that work on 48v solar panel. MPPT controller, MPPT inverter charger, and MPPT controller, and mppt charger. We have charge controller 36v models and solar battery charge controller, battery controler. The Morningstar Sunsaver can be combined with Morningstar Sure Sine inverter to transfer your power. Solar charge controller outdoor with a 40 amp charge controller. solar charge controller with MPPT lithium capability outback MPPT solar charge controller, energies charge solar charge controller mppt 60 amp mppt charge controller. Solar controller 30 with charge controller to battery cables. 36 Volt solar panel with 12v solar panel regulator windmill charge controller. Morningstar tristar mppt solar system controller Midnite solar charge controller mppt tracer solar charge controller. Solar power charge controller lithium solar charger controller solar charge controller 24v solar controller 60 amp. Charge controler solar 12v solar display 10 amp mppt charge controller solar batgtery charger controller. 20a mppt solar charge controller mppt 60 150 solar charge controller 50a. Charge controller for inverter. MPPT Hybrid inverter charge controller lithium. Renewable energy controllers. Hybrid solar wind controller 12v charge controller Lithium solar charge controller mppt. controller solar mppt.
FEATURES
SYSTEM COMPATIBILITY: Designed for use in larger systems. Parallel scalability of chargers and load controllers for large, hybrid systems. Maximum solar, load or diversion current: up to 60A (depending on model; see model comparison chart)
UNIQUE FEATURES: Highest peak efficiency for off-grid controllers. Ideal for use in cloud-connected, networked systems through communications protocols—“speaks” Modbus, and SNMP (with optional EMC-1). Built-in meter on TS 60M; available option on other models (order TS-M-2). Remote meter option (order TS-RM-2)
THREE FUNCTIONS IN ONE CONTROLLER: Provides ultra-reliable PWM solar battery charging, load control, or diversion regulation
EXTENSIVE PROTECTION AND DIAGNOSTICS BUILT-IN: Built-in extensive electronic protection against surge, short-circuit, over-current, reverse polarity conditions. Advanced self-diagnostics warns against installation or user errors. Custom programmability, with or without a PC. Data logging- up to 256 days worth
LOWEST HARDWARE FAILURE RATE IN THE INDUSTRY, BACKED BY A FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY: Most Morningstar products ever built are still in use, some for over 25 years, thanks to smarter digital design, superior internal engineering, and over-spec components. Advanced thermal engineering eliminates cooling fans which can fail, suck in dirt, shorten component life and waste precious solar electricity. Industrial-strength build quality inside and out, right to the controller’s steel exterior casing
REVIEWS
I see many people giving this product poor reviews, and even more people rating those reviews as "Helpful". Let me just say, they are wrong! DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH! This is the most reliable, long lasting solar controller on the market. If you are not technically inclined, this product is NOT for you.I purchased a 60 Amp PWM model with display from Amazon Warehouse in March 2021 (17 Months ago), and I LOVE IT! This is a true workhorse, it will make reliable power for many, many years. If you configure it CORRECTLY! The display will only get you so far programing the settings. If you want to maximize your array production, or use it to charge a Lithium battery bank, you will REQUIRE an RSC 1, RS-232 adapter, I bought a cheap serial to USB, and modified it slightly to fit. You will also need a computer with Windows, and Internet access, so you can UPDATE THE SOFTWARE/FIRMWARE ON THE CONTROLLER! Some of these units may have been on the shelf for a while, so if you want the latest features, you will need the latest Firmware version.Spend the extra cash for the display. Even if you plan to monitor the system via network, the display is still very useful during initial set-up, and troubleshooting.Do NOT expect it to work out of the box, unless your system as primitive, and rudimentary. If you decide to forgo the Com adapter and display options, you will have problems. If you neglect to update the Firmware, you will most likely have problems.If you are thinking about purchasing this incredible product, but lack the simple technical skills to configure it, you should look elsewhere, and probably just stick to Grid Power.YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED!DO NOT BLAME THIS AMAZING PRODUCT FOR YOUR OWN IGNORANCE!!!I've used this controller on two rvs. Easy installation. Clear direction especially if you have a little electrical experience. Customizable for your exact batteries. If you want real solar charging you need a legit controller like this. Not cookie cutter units that only charge your batteries to 80 %...UPDATE 08/20/2017:This Morningstar TS-45 TriStar charge controller has been operating nonstop since its installation in late December of 2016 - logging over 5000 hours of uninterrupted use. It has worked flawlessly. My battery bank has been kept at a consistent charge, ready for the periodic power outages we have here on the island. The software that allows it to communicate to the computer is easy to use, and full of important diagnostic and statistical information. An all around excellent piece of professional quality equipment. Absolutely recommended!UPDATE 12/13: The best solution to the serial cable problem was actually pretty simple: a male to female *internal* serial extension/jumper cable. (See pic below) I ordered this here on Amazon as well, and the sticker with product data is in the pic. It's just small enough to allow for the cover to be completely closed and screwed down while the serial cable remains connected, allowing the Serial-to-USB to be connected on its other end, fed through one of the conduit ports, and out to the computer for monitoring.***************I only just received this today, so it hasn't been installed yet. I did, however, quickly wire it up in place of my existing controller to verify that it was working.My first impression is that it's extremely well built, with a nice powder-coated metal case, heavy metal heat sink, and industrial quality connectors on the board inside.Once connected, I tried connecting the serial port to my computer via a generic DB9 serial-to-usb cable which I ordered (Thank you, James H.) along with the TS-45. I opened up Morningstar's MSView program, searched for device, and...Nothing.**NOTE: Install drivers for serial DB9 to USB before expecting connection between computer and controller. In Windows, Device Manager will show a flag if drivers need to be installed. (Who knew cables needed drivers?!? LOL)Once I installed the drivers for the cable, MSView instantly recognized my TS-45 on the other end, and within a few clicks, had some preliminary data about my system.Awesome! One of the main reasons why I wanted this Morningstar controller.NOTE: The serial connector on the board is in a snug spot between the heat sink and the LEDs. I had to shave down the plastic casing of the plug on my cable to get it to fit properly inside. And there's no way there's enough space with it plugged in to put the cover of the controller back on because the standard plug is too tall. A little serial jumper/extension plug might need to be bought/made to rectify this - shouldn't be expensive or hard, and should allow for a permanent connection to the cable inside the case with the cover installed. I will post a pic of the solution to this once I figure it out myself. (SEE UPDATE ABOVE AND PIC)The 60 page instruction manual, which is also available as a PDF download on their website, is very well written and explains setup/features/settings in good detail.It'll probably be a few days before it's completely wired-up and installed, so I'll update my review when it's all set up. But as of right now, everything looks to be top-notch.Wow, an excellent product with excellent customer service. Handybob recommended ot on his blog, installed on sailboat for 2x 160W panels, no need to plug in even on west coast of Canada. Fridge/freezer runs 24/7. Stereo, lights, navigation electronics. No problem. Adjustable charge profiles for your battery type, plus ability to tweak it via computer interface if you like.Habe bisher den ProStar Controller 20 amps at 12/24volts or 48 volts als Regler genutzt. Da ich die Solaranlage erweitert habe und der alte Regler an seine Belastungsgrenze stößt,kaufte ich den Tri Star 45 amps Regler mit der Version: TS-M-2.Also legte ich die Anschlüsse wie Beschrieben auf den Tri Star um.Alles war ok,bis ich die Solarzellen anschließen wollte, da ging der Regler von grün auf rot blinkend.Anzeige Fehler Laist. Konnte den Fehler nicht finden und habe den alten Regler wieder angeschlossen und alles ist wieder in Ordnung.Ich habe nun einen Regler der wohl nicht in Ordnung ist,denn für Solar gibt es nur + und - Klemmen.Ich kann nicht verstehen das bei 20 Regler die Solarzellen in Ordnung sind und bei dem 45 Regler die Solarzellen nicht mehr in Ordnung sind.Die Anlage ist auch Ordnungsgemäß geerdet und es sind keine Dioden verbaut.Bin sehr enttäuscht.excellent controller it has been working perfectly I did away with 3 other different controllers and this one excepts a #10 Wire size.An advanced connection between solar [panels and batteries. Worth the high price. I have 4 of the earlier TriStar units working flawlessly since 2005 at a vacation home.Buen producto, me funciono bien.
