Morningstar’s TriStar Controller is a three-function controller that provides reliable solar battery charging, load control or diversion regulation.
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Key Features and Benefits
Highest Reliability
Large heat sink 1 and conservative design enables operating at full ratings to 45°C.
No need to de-rate.
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More Power
Ratings to 60A at 48VDC will handle solar arrays up to 4kW.
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 vervoltage.
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.
More Information
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.
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.