Description
Morningstar, ProStar PWM Charge Controller, Gen 3, 30A, 12/24VDC, with LCD Meter, PS-30M
Morningstar’s ProStar has been upgraded. This new third generation model offers additional features and capabilities while maintaining the same form factor, quality, and reliability that has made the ProStar the world’s leading mid-range PWM solar controller for professional and consumer applications since 1995.
Morningstar’s ProStar PS-15 is the world’s leading mid-range solar charge controller for both professional and consumer applications. This second generation ProStar adds new features and protections using highly advanced technology, provides longer battery life and improved system performance; and sets new standards for reliability and self-diagnostics.
Morningstar's ProStar series solar charge controllers work great with: leisure (caravan and boating), residential, rural electrification and solar energy systems, security and instrumentation, off-grid solar applications, telecommunications, transportation and traffic. ProStar modles come equiped with a five year warranty, and have received CE certification.
Features
- The Best in it's Class - Estimated 15 year life span. Compliance with IEC 62109. PWM series battery charging (no shunt). 8 dip switches to adjust battery charging and other settings. High resolution graphical meter to adjust settings and display logged data (M models only). Very low voltage drops. Current compensated low voltage disconent (LVD).
- Highly Compatible - RJ-11 MeterBus port for serial MODBUS data or to add a remote meter. Compatible with Morningstar's Ethernet MeterBust Converter (EMC-1). Parallel for up to 300 amps. LEDs indicate battery status and faults.
- Additions & Safety - Up to 256 days of data logging. Dusk-to-dawn and advanced programmable lighting control. Protective terminal cover. Enhanced surge rating for heavy DC loads. Self-diagnostics. Slow switching mode to eliminate system noise at telecom settings. Temperature compensated charging. Tropicalization. No switching or measurement in the grounded lug. 100% solid state. Capable of 25% overloads. Remote battery sense terminals.
Specifications
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Manufacturer: Morningstar
Product Line: ProStar
Model ID: PS-30M -
Mechanical Data
Technology: Pulse Width Modulation (PWM)
Dimensions: 7.30 x 4.50 x 2.80 inches (PS-30M Dimensions)
Weight: 1.10 lbs
Casing: (Gray)
Display: LED Indicator Lights
Parallel Wiring: Up to 300 Amps
Battery Position Select:
Gel, Sealed, or Flooded (3)
Wire Size: #6 AWG (16mm²) -
Electrical Data
System Voltage: 12V or 24 Volts
Rated Solar/Load Current: 30 Amps
Temperature Compensation (mV/°C): -30mV at 12V, -60mV at 24V, -120mV at 48V
Accuracy: 40mV at 12V, 60mV at 24V, 80mV at 48V
Minimum Operating Voltage: 8V for 12V/24V, 15V for 48V
Self-Consumption: 22mA at 12V, 25mA at 24V, 28mA at 48V
Operating Temperature: -40°C to +60°C
Battery Voltage Setpoints*
Note: Values are for 12V. Use 2X for 24V and 4X for 48V.
Regulation Voltage:
Gel: 14.00V, Sealed: 14.15V, Flooded: 14.40V
Float: 13.70V (Gel, Sealed & Flooded)
Equalization: Gel: N/A, Sealed: 14.35, Flooded: 14.90/15.10V
Load Disconnect: 11.40V (Gel, Sealed & Flooded)
Load Reconnect: 12.60V (Gel, Sealed & Flooded)
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