Morningstar

Morningstar Morningstar ProStar PS-30M 12v/24v 30a PWM LCD Solar Controller

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Features



PROSTAR™ SOLAR CHARGE CONTROLLER

The ProStar solar charge controller has been the leading mid-range pulse width modulation (PWM) controller since 1995. With over 350,000 units installed in the harshest environments in over 100 countries, ProStar sets the standards in performance and reliability for the rest of the solar industry.

The Generation 3 ProStar shares the outstanding build quality and familiar form factor of its predecessors and adds data and lighting control capabilities, a graphical interface, and advanced protection features that meet the needs of today's most demanding off-grid solar applications. It can charge Lead-Acid, Lithium, NiCd, and other battery chemistries. Custom settings programming is required for Lithium, NiCd, and other battery chemistries.

- High Reliability
- High Temperature Operation
- Auto-Battery-Select
- Data Logging
- Fanless Design for Long-Term Reliability
- Approved for use in hazardous locations around the globe

Applications

High Reliability

Latest electronic and environmental protections, quality control, and design considerations comply with IEC 62109 and promote longevity in the harshest environments

High Temperature Operation

Full nameplate current rating, both solar and load up to 60°C continuous

Auto-Battery-Select

12V and 24V systems

Data Logging

Up to 256 days of solar charge and load consumption data

Self-diagnostics

Continuous monitoring and reporting of any errors or system faults through its status LED's, optional display and communication port

Meter

High resolution LCD, multi-lingual backlit graphical display of system voltage, current, temperature, lighting settings, etc.

Custom Programming

Dip switches, meter interface, or connection with a computer can be used to adjust charging, load communications, and lighting control

Low Noise Design

Meets US Federal Communications Commission Class B specifications

Automatic Solar-Based Lighting Control

Field adjustable, multi-event load control enables powerful options for solar lighting systems

MODBUS Communications

Open standard MODBUS communications protocol allows for control and remote data access

SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) Monitoring

Provides more detailed monitoring of all system data with existing IT management and architecture when connected to EMC-1 accessory

Specifications

Technical Specifications

MPN PS-30M
Charge Rating 30 amps
Max. PV Open Circuit Voltage (Voc) for 12/24V batteries 30/60 volts
Nominal Battery Voltage 12V or 24V
Battery Chemistry Supported* L/A, Li, NiCd, others
Battery Voltage Range 10-35V
Voltage Accuracy <=0.1% +/- 50mV
Operating Temperature Range -40 C to +60C
Built-in meter Yes
CE and RoHS compliant Yes
TAA compliant Yes
Approved for use in Hazardous Locations: Class 1, Division 2, Groups A-D Yes
IEC 62109 Yes
ETL Listed [UL-1741 and Canadian CSA C22.2 No.107.1.01] Yes
FCC Class B Part 15 Compliant Yes
Manufactured in a Certified ISO 9001 Facility Yes