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POWER ROOM EQUIPMENT
 IN THE POWER ROOM,
electricity from the solar array first passes through a charge controller, then through a
fuse or circuit breaker disconnect device to the battery. From the battery, power goes through fuses or circuit
breakers to any DC circuits in the house, and also goes through a large main fuse or
breaker to the inverter/charger for producing 120 volts AC. Meters show
power coming in from solar, wind or hydro, show battery condition and show how much power is being used in the
house. This equipment mounts on the wall of a utility room, near the battery. The
installer wires everything together into a functioning power system, in one of
three ways.
COMPONENTS: In smaller power systems for cabins and
recreational vehicles like examples
#1 & #2, components are few and may be assembled individually by the
installer. Solar charge control and inverter each connect to the batteries
through their own cables with appropriate fuse in each cable.
Charge controls are explained and listed following the
powercenters shown below. See Fuses and
Hardware, and Meters for more
information to round out these systems.
POWERCENTER Kit: A single box
contains all DC
circuit breakers, fuses, shunts and easy connection points for the cables from
solar modules, battery, hydro or windmill, DC loads, remote meters and the
inverter. The charge control and inverter often attach directly to the
powercenter box, forming a single integrated unit. This saves having to find,
buy, and assemble all the hardware separately. You get a simplified standard
design which saves labor and time installing. The result is a safe, clean
looking battery room. Powercenter components are UL
approved, meet National Electric Code and are the simplest way to pass an electrical inspection.
INTEGRATED POWER SYSTEM: Easiest of all, choose the fully
integrated Outback FLEXWARE 500 power system. This
ships as one unit, pre-assembled on a single mounting plate. Included are all
matched components including a charge controller and 2,000 to 7,200 watt
inverter combinations. You just connect your solar array, batteries, generator
and house wiring.
CHARGE CONTROLS
AS SEPARATE COMPONENTS
HOW TO SELECT A CHARGE CONTROL
Charge controllers regulate the output of solar modules,
wind generators and hydroelectric generators to prevent
overcharging of the battery. When battery voltage rises
to a preset maximum, where the battery is completely
charged, the control automatically reduces or stops the
solar charge. Some charge controllers are that simple,
but most include some other features like volt & amp
meters, voltage conversion, low battery load disconnect
or night light timer.
TRADING - UP
If you outgrow the capacity of a smaller charge control,
you can trade it in for a larger
control at Backwoods, if it was originally purchased
from us within a reasonable amount of time.
VOLT AND AMPERE RATING OF THE CONTROL
Select a control able to handle a little more than the
amperes your solar modules are
rated to generate. Though solar modules don’t usually
produce more than their rated
amperes, they can momentarily produce 15% more on cold
bright days. The electric code
recommends leaving a 25% margin, that is, for a 47 amp
solar array use a 60 amp control
rather than a 50 amp control. And if you plan future
expansion of your solar array, allow a lot more headroom
to accommodate the added panels. Be sure the model you
choose is designed for your battery voltage: 12, 24 or
48 volts. A given control will handle twice as many
solar modules watts in a 24 volt system as in a 12 volt.
Maximum power point tracking “Boost” and voltage
converting controllers are rated for the boosted output
to the battery, not the slightly lower solar input
amperes.
FEATURES
Since a battery voltmeter and solar amp meter are needed
to show that the battery is
really getting charged, most controllers have those
meters built in or optional. We always recommend a
control with built-in amp meters and volt meters.
User-adjustable battery voltage set points is a feature
of most controllers, so voltage can be set exactly for
your battery type, temperature and age.
Battery Temperature Sensor is available for some to
automatically adjust charge voltage for batteries
exposed to large temperature changes.
Automatic or Manual equalization, used on flooded
batteries gives an occasional overcharge to restore all
cells to 100%. The equalization feature is not used on
sealed AGM and Gel batteries.
HOW
A CHARGE CONTROL WORKS
SERIES CHARGE CONTROLLERS – Connected
between the charging source
and the battery. Pulse width modulation (PWM), used in
all modern charge controllers uses 3-stages of operation
to give the most charging possible for the day.
BULK charge is the first stage, where the maximum power
available from the charging
source is fed to the battery until it reaches a preset
voltage.
ABSORPTION is the second stage charge where the maximum
battery voltage is held
by reducing the charge current just enough to never
exceed the target voltage. Reduced
current is done by high speed on and off pulsing, where
the controlling "on" time versus
the "off" time of each pulse determines the average
charge current. During this stage of
charging there will be some bubbling, or gassing of the
battery electrolyte. This is necessary to maintain the
health of flooded batteries.
FLOAT is a third stage where battery voltage is reduced
after charge is complete. This
avoids excessive evaporating of battery water and
benefits battery life. When sealed,
maintenance-free, AGM or gel type batteries are used,
voltage set-points are lower to
prevent gassing of the battery.
DIVERSION CHARGE CONTROL – connected between a battery
and dump
load. Diversion charge Controllers are typically used
when the charging source cannot be
disconnected from the battery, such as wind generators
or hydroelectric chargers.
Diversion controllers do not cut off current from the
charging source at all. When the
battery charges to the maximum set voltage, the
diversion controller connects a “dump
load”such as ceramic air heating resistors or water
heating elements to the battery to
dissipate the energy coming from the charging source.
The controller adjusts its consumption rate to offset
the excess charging exactly, and keep the battery
voltage at, and never exceeding, the preset maximum
voltage. If you use a windmill that does not have its
own charge control, or use hydroelectric generating, a
diversion control must be used, since those generators
can be damaged if their charge is not absorbed in the
batteries at all times. One diversion control handles a
combination of solar, hydro and wind, so long as the
total amps charge from all of them taken together is
within its amp capacity.
Maximum
Power Point Tracking
HOW
MAXIMUM POWER
POINT TRACKING WORKS
MPPT charge controllers employ DC to DC conversion,
which allows the solar array
voltage to be higher that the voltage required to charge
the batteries. Many years ago solar modules were
designed to charge 12 volt batteries. These solar
modules were built with 36 cells in series to have a
peak power voltage of 16- 18 volts. Two of these modules
could be wired in series to charge a 24 volt battery and
four could be wired in series for a 48 volt battery.
Modules with 72 cells were also available for 24 volt
charging. When all modules were made this way, the
simple PWM charge controllers described previously
worked fine. As grid connected solar became the
prominent use for solar modules, cost became the most
important factor in module design. This lead to larger
60 cell modules, manufactured in a convenient size that
could be carried by one person. These modules have a
voltage too high for 12 volt battery charging and too
low for 24 volt battery charging and are usually wired
in series to get approximately 400 volts DC which is
easy to convert to 240 volts AC for connection to the
utility grid.
36 cell modules are available with power outputs up to
135 watts and 72 cell modules are available with power
outputs up to 190 watts. These modules cost more per
watt, but can be used with lower cost PWM charge
controllers. It makes economic sense to use these
modules on systems that required less than 700 watts. If
the power required is greater than 700 watts, the cost
savings on the solar modules and the wire between the
modules and the batteries to pay the added cost of a
MPPT charge controller.
MPPT charge controllers from Schneider (formerly Xantrex),
Outback, Morningstar and
Midnite Solar can operate with a maximum input voltage
from a solar array of 150 volts,
which can be used with three 60 cell modules in series.
Other models from Midnite Solar
can be used with arrays up to 250 volts allowing the use
of six 60 cell modules in series.
An added advantage us using a higher voltage solar array
made from modules wired in
series is that much smaller wire can be used between the
solar array and the charge controller without
significant power loss. Every time you double the
voltage in a wire, you can carry 4 times as much wattage
with the same loss. This saving increases tremendously
when you go from 15 volts in a wire to 150 volts.
When choosing an MPPT charge controller, the amp rating
of the controller is the
maximum amperage that it can supply to the battery being
charged. To find this amperage, add the wattage of all
modules in the array and divide by the battery voltage.
For example, six 240 watt modules have a total wattage
of 1440 watts. If you are charging a 12 volt battery,
the charge controller amps required is 120 amps (1440 /
12 = 120). In this case you would need controllers with
60 amp or greater rating. If you were charging a 24 volt
battery, only one 60 amp charge controller would be
required. If you are using a 48 volt battery you could
have an array of 2800 watts and still use a single 60
amp charge controller.
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XANTREX
C-35, C-40 and C-60 CONTROLS
C-35 35 Amps; 12 or 24 volt
C-40 40 Amps; 12, 24, 48 volt
C-60 60 Amps; 12 or 24 volt
3-stage voltage control
Series for Solar
or Diversion for Hydro or Wind
2 year warranty
Size 9" x 5" x 2"
Built in terminals accept wire size up to 2 gauge
CONSTANT CHARGE VOLTAGE: Most advanced control method has 3
stages: full solar charge to Bulk Voltage you set as maximum, then tapers
off charge in Absorption mode, just enough to keep batteries at, but not
exceeding, the bulk voltage you set. After one hour at bulk voltage, a lower Float Voltage
takes effect to prevent overcharge.
DIVERSION CONTROL: XANTREX C35, C40 & C60 can
be used as diversion control for wind or hydro. To set up as
diversion control, order air or water heat diversion
resistors.
BATTERY EQUALIZATION: Higher voltage automatically equalizes batteries once a month, or
can be started manually anytime, or disabled for sealed batteries.
OPTIONAL DIGITAL DISPLAY of both charge amps and battery volts, plus
counts amp-hours of charge since last reset. Highly recommended.
C-35DD Charge Control & Digital Display:
$209
(ship $12) |
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C-40DD Charge Control & Digital Display:
$244
(ship $12) |
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C-60DD Charge Control & Digital Display:
$279
(ship $12) |
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Any of the above are available without digital display,
deduct $99
| I-TEMP Optional plug in battery temperature sensor................ $29
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| C-40R/50 Remote Digital Display with 50'
cable:................ $115 |
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| C- 40R/100 Remote Digital Display with 100' cable:.................. $135 |
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XW MPPT60 & MPP80 CHARGE CONTROLLER
For 12, 24, 36, 48, or 60 volt battery
banks
 THE
SCHNEIDER XW MPPT60 (pictured) has a two or three stage
charging process, with manual equalization to maximize
system performance and maintain expected battery life.
With Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) to deliver the
maximum available power from a PV array to a battery
bank. Controller has a configurable auxiliary power
output Easy to read, two-line, 16- character liquid
crystal display (LCD) and four buttons for configuration
and system monitoring in stand-alone applications.
A provided Battery Temperature Sensor (BTS) provides
automatic temperature-compensated battery charging. The
charge controller is able to communicate its settings
and activity to other Xanbus-enabled devices.
THE SCHNEIDER XWMPPT80 is the first PV
battery charger to use DC input voltages up to 600V.
This significantly decreases the current needed in the
array to reduce wiring gauges and costs, increase string
sizing of the array, and give you the ability to place
the array farther from the battery bank. A PV array
combiner isn’t required for many installations, please
check with us. It can be used with PV arrays with
voltages ranging from 195 to 550 VDC and can support an
output of up to 80 amps into the battery for battery
voltages of 24 or 48 VDC. The PV open circuit voltage
must not exceed 600 VDC.
Has a configurable auxiliary output to drive a relay for
load control or to turn on devices
such as a vent fan or indicator alarm Auxiliary output
can be configured to perform only
one function at a time. Built in PV ground fault
protection allows code-compliant installation without
the need for additional ground fault protection. Standby
and night-time power draws less than one watt.
| Item
Number |
Description |
Shipping |
Buy Now |
| C-XWMPPT60 |
Xantrex 60A, MPPT Charge
Controller |
$20 |
$585.00
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| C-XWMPPT80 |
Xantrex 80A, 600VDC MPPT
Charge Controller |
$20 |
$1,360
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OUTBACK
CHARGE CONTROL-- FM60 and FM80
Maximum Power Point Tracking
To Boost Solar Amps
For 12 Through 48 Volt Batteries
Can also charge 12 or 24 volt Battery
from up to 72 Volt PV Array; not to exceed 150v open circuit
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Outback FM60
14.5" x 6" x 6"
12 pounds
5 year Warranty
Outback
FM80
16.25" x
6" x 6"
5 year
Warranty
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Outback MATE
Accessory |
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Multi-stage charging: Bulk, Absorption,
Float, and Equalize.
60 amps of DC output current to charge batteries at 12, 24, 32, 36, 48,
54, or 60 volts DC. Regulation voltage is adjustable from 13 to 80 volts DC.
Maximum Power Point Tracking Since the control can boost
output current, solar input equal to 48 amps of charging is maximum recommended
for the FM60 (maximum rated output: 60 amps) and 64 amps
for the FM80 (maximum rated output: 80 amps).
Use higher voltage PV array with lower battery voltage -like
charging a 24 volt battery with a 48 volt PV array- reduces wire size and power
loss, while increasing the distance possible from the PV array to battery.
Accepts any array voltage up to 72 nominal volts and matches to any lower
battery up to 48 volts.
The four-line 80 character, backlit LCD display standard
on the Outback FM60 and FM80 displays the PV system's performance. It is also used for
easy programming and monitoring of the system's operation. Terminals accept up
to 4 gauge wire.
Outback MATE
system controller, optional accessory,
connects to the FM60 as a remote control. MATE duplicates the built-in control
panel that comes with the FM60 and FM80. MATE can also program and remote control Outback
inverters, from a location 300 feet distant. MATE includes a RS232 computer port
for data logging.
ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR SIZING YOUR SYSTEM
OUTBACK 60A Charge Controller
MAX INPUT WATTAGE OF ARRAY-
12v Battery = 800 watts Max
24V Battery = 1600 watts Max
48V Battery = 3200 watts Max
Outback 80A Charge Controller
MAX INPUT WATTAGE OF ARRAY-
12v Battery = 1250 watts Max
24V Battery = 2500 watts Max
48V Battery = 5000 watts Max
| Item
Code/Description |
Additional
Shipping |
Price |
Buy Now |
| C-FM60 Outback Charge
Control |
$20 |
$610 |
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| C-FM80 Outback Charge
Control |
$20 |
$700 |
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| C-OBMATE System
Controller |
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$295 |
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| C-OBTEMP Compensates
charge voltage for battery temperature |
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$29 |
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MIDNITE
CLASSIC MPPT CHARGE CONTROLLER
The MidNite Classic charge controller
maximizes the flexibility and f eatures
available in a charge controller. At this time, the
Classic is the only MPPT charge controller that features
arc fault detection, a new 2011 NEC code requirement.
These controllers also feature ground fault protection
so that a separate GFP breaker assembly is not
necessary. This allows for more breaker space in your DC
box. There are three models
available that accommodate solar arrays up to 150, 200,
or 250VDC of operating voltage.
MPPT modes with user adjustable power curves for solar,
wind or hydro are built in, along with a learning mode
for selfoptimization. No hub is required for stacking
multiple units. They have two auxiliary outputs, a dry
contact relay and a 12V
output.
Each model comes with optional snap-on covers and hole
plugs for sealing openings in dusty or salt-air
environments, using them in this manner reduces output
by about 20%.
| Item
Code/Description |
Additional
Shipping |
Price |
Buy Now |
| C-MID-MPPT150:
150V Midnite MPPT Charge Controller |
$20 |
$765 |
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| C-MID-MPPT-200: 200V
Midnite MPPT Charge Controller |
$20 |
$810 |
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| C-MID-MPPT-250: 250V
Midnite MPPT Charge Controller |
$20 |
$855 |
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| C-MID-BTS: Battery
Temperature Sensor |
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$25 |
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MORNINGSTAR TRISTAR MPPT CHARGE CONTROLLERS
 Morningstar’s
TriStar MPPT solar controller with TrakStar Technology™
is an advanced maximum power point tracking (MPPT)
battery charger for off-grid photovoltaic (PV) systems
up to 3kW. Both controllers can be used with arrays with
a maximum open circuit voltage of 150 VDC and charge
batteries between 8 and 72 VDC. A remote temperature
sensor is included.
The controller provides the industry’s highest peak
efficiency of 99% and significantly less power loss
compared to other MPPT controllers. The TriStar MPPT
features a smart tracking algorithm that maximizes the
energy harvest from the PV by rapidly finding the solar
array peak power point with extremely fast sweeping of
the entire I-V curve. This product is the first PV
controller to include on-board Ethernet for a fully
web-enabled interface and includes up to 200 days of
data logging. Optional TriStar meter and remote provide
detailed operating data, alarms and faults and three
LED’s display system status.
Additional networking options are available. The
MeterHub allows multiple Morningstar
products to communicate over a Meterbus network to
enable multiple controllers to share a single TriStar
meter and display both single controller data as well as
aggregated data for the entire system.
Weighs 9.2 lbs, dimensions are 11.4” x 5.1” x 5.6”.
5-year warranty. ETL Listed to UL
1741.
ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR SIZING YOUR SYSTEM
TriStar 45A Charge Controller
MAX INPUT WATTAGE OF ARRAY-
12v Battery = 600 watts Max
24V Battery = 1200 watts Max
48V Battery = 2400 watts Max
TriStar 60A Charge Controller
MAX INPUT WATTAGE OF ARRAY-
12v Battery = 800 watts Max
24V Battery = 1600 watts Max
48V Battery = 3200 watts Max
| Item
Code |
Description |
Shipping |
Buy Now |
| C-TSMPPT45 |
45A TriStar MPPT
Charge Control |
$14 |
$458 |
| C-TSMPPT60 |
60A
TriStar MPPT Charge Control |
$20 |
$578.00 |
| C-TRISTARDD |
C-TRISTAR Digital Display |
|
$95.00 |
| C-TRISTARRD |
C-TRISTAR Remote Display |
|
$125.00 |
| C-TSHUB1 |
MeterHub:
Communications Network Hub |
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$98.00 |
| C-TSRSC1 |
Communications
Adapter- enables networking capability by
converting a controller or inverters RS-232 port
to a standard RS-485 serial connector. The RSC-1
may be used with any Morningstar controller or
inverter already equipped with an RS-232 port |
|
$62.00 |
MORNINGSTAR TRISTAR PWM CHARGE CONTROLLERS
45 and 60 amp models for 12, 24, and 48 volt Systems
THREE-FUNCTION
SOLAR CONTROLLER
Morningstar’s TriStar Controller is a three-function
controller that provides reliable solar battery
charging, 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 Controller
is UL listed and has a 5 year warranty.
Key Features and Benefits
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Large heat sink and conservative design
enables operating at full ratings to 45°C.
No
need to de-rate.
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RS-232 connects to a personal computer
for custom
settings, data logging and remote monitoring and
control.
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DIP switch provides user with a choice
of 7 different
digital presets and custom settings via RS-232.
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Fully protected against reverse polarity,
short
circuit, overcurrent, high temperature, and
overvoltage.
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Larger power terminals and conduit
knockouts . Extra
space for wire turns. Fits on power panels.
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Connecting battery sense wires and
optional remote
temperature sensor will improve control accuracy.
Constant voltage series PWM algorithm increases
battery capacity and life.
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3 LED’s to indicate status, faults and
alarms.
Optional meter displays extensive system and
controller information, automatic self-test and reset
capabilities. Meter connection via RJ-11 phone jack.
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Pushbutton provides manual reset and
stop/start
battery equalization or load disconnect.
|
Item Code/Description |
Additional
Shipping |
Price |
Buy Now |
| C-TRISTAR 45: 45 amp controller |
$14 |
$165 |
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| C-TRISTAR 60: 60 amp controller |
$14 |
$210 |
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| C-TRISTAR Digital Display |
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$95 |
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| C-TRISTAR Remote Display |
|
$125 |
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| C-TRISTAR RTS: remote temperature sensor |
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$30 |
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SOLAR BOOST 2000E
25 Amp, 12 Volt Charge Control for Cabin or RV
Boost PV charging Amps like larger Solar Boost Controls
Maximum Power Point Tracking converts the extra voltage in a
solar module to increased charging amps. Offers the same current boost and meter
as the larger Solar Boost models above, but only for 12 volt solar with a 12
volt battery. Solar current boost in highest in cold weather when batteries are
low, and that is also the time that many of us really need the advantage.
Two stage control, does bulk charge and absorption, but no
"float" stage. Output can be adjusted from 13 to 15 volts manually.
Flat metal panel mounts flush in recreational vehicle cabinet or
use the optional wall surface mounting box for a small home system. Battery
equalize function by a manual equalize button. Screw terminals for 10 gauge
wire. Optional terminal block splices to wire up to 4 gauge. 4.6"H x
6.4"W
| C-BS 2000E: 25 amp RV/Home Control....$250 (shipping
$10) |
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| C-BS 2000BOX: Wall mount box for 2000 control...$35 |
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| C-BSE TEMP: Battery temperature Sensor for all the above...$35 |
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| O-BLOCK: Terminal block connects control to larger wires...$9 |
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SCI
MARK 22
22 AMP 12 VOLT FOR RV AND CABIN
UNFORTUNATELY, THIS ITEM HAS BEEN DISCONTINUED. We are
looking for a replacement and hope to have something
comparable soon!THE
BEST...
...IN SOLID-STATE SOLAR
REGULATORS
|
 The
Specialty Concepts Inc MARK Series™ of charge regulators provides
the user with all necessary information to monitor the operation of
their solar system. Whether in an RV, a home, or other application, the
MARK Series™ provides a good-looking, user-friendly and convenient unit.
12 volt, 22 amp capacities.
Features:
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Digital
display offers Battery Voltage, PV Current, and Charge Set Point
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User adjustable Voltage set point
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Reverse Leakage Protection
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Overcurrent and Incorrect Wiring Protection
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Charge stops when battery reaches 14.4 volts, user adjustable.
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Charging resumes when voltages fall to 13.4 volts.
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Entirely solid state. Shunt
control method short-circuits solar input to stop charge.
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Warranty is 5 years.
All on a flat panel to flush mount in a square cut out on an RV
cabinet. Screw terminals accept 10 gauge wire
directly, or optional terminal block anchors large solar and battery cables up
to 4 gauge with easy screwdriver connections, O-BLOCK.
7 1/2"W x 4 1/4"H x 2 1/4"D
| C-MARK 22:
Mark
22 Charge Control...$108 (shipping $10) |
DISCONTINUED |
| O-BLOCK: Terminal block connects control to larger
wires...$9 |
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XANTREX
12 AMP CHARGE CONTROL
12 VOLT ONLY
High Quality, Special Features for small cabin, rentals, sign
lighting, RV & Marine. Simple. No Meters. 4" x 6" x 1.5"
Includes a TIMER for Sign/ Anchor/ Night Lights
Early Warning, then Disconnect of DC loads if Low Battery
Voltage
Quality, Constant Voltage, pulse width modulated charge
control with many unique features. Ideal for small solar powered ski cabins,
rentals and boats, as well as sign lighting projects and sealed battery systems.
Charge Control has 3 stage charging with bulk charge
adjustable from 13 to 17 volts, float charge adjustable from 12.5 to 14.5.
Removable knobs on adjuster.
Low Voltage Disconnect cuts off 12 amp DC load circuit if
battery voltage gets too low. Adjustable cut-off and reconnect volts, removable
adjustment knobs. Load flash on-off warning period prior to disconnect, then
disconnect 5 minutes later unless loads have been reduced. Manual reset button
allows one 10 minute grace period for operation of DC loads after disconnect.
Flash and grace period reset can be disabled and a 2 minute delays acts on low
voltage disconnect to avoid tripping on surges.
Night Light Timer for sign lighting, anchor light, etc...
Turns light on at dark, and turns light off after run duration from 2 to 8 hours
adjustable, or at dawn. Cancels if low voltage disconnect point is reached.
Automatic Equalization increases the charge by one volt
above normal for two hours every 30 days, for immediately following any low
battery disconnect. Can be disabled if sealed batteries are used.
Accepts solar and battery wires up to 10 gauge. Two year
warranty.
| C-C12: 12 Amp Charge Control... $110 (shipping
$10) |
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| I- TEMP Optional plug in battery temperature sensor................ $29
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| O-BLOCK: Terminal block connects control to larger wires...$9 |
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MORNINGSTAR SUNGUARD
4.5 AMP CONSTANT VOLTAGE CHARGE CONTROL
No Meters, 12 Volt Only. Five year Warranty
Very Small charge control for a single panel and small
battery. Constant voltage, pulse width modulation. Regulates to constant 14.1
volts with temperature compensation. Six milliampere internal power consumption.
No meter included, so these are the best for fence chargers, small boats, radio
repeater sites and other small unattended projects. Has wire leads, 2 solar, 2
battery. Not recommended for residential power system, because adding
appropriate meters brings total cost higher than other small residential
controls. Epoxy potted and sealed. 1 1/2" x 2" x 2 1/2".
| C-SUNGUARD: 12 Volt only, factory set to 14.1 voltage...$33 |
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| O-BLOCK: Terminal block connects control to larger wires...$9 |
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MORNINGSTAR SUNSAVER
 The
SunSaver is a very reliable small charge controller,
Constant voltage pulse width modulation charging is a
proven advance compared to the common on/off PV
regulators. SunSavers are modifiable for sealed or
flooded batteries. A rugged anodized aluminum case and
epoxy encapsulated electronics enhance durability and
longevity. A temperature compensation sensor in the
charge controller varies full charge voltage with
temperature. May be used in parallel for higher current.
They have LED charging and load control indicators in
Low Voltage Disconnect (LVD) models. 5-year warranty.
Made in the USA. Dimensions: 6" x 2.2" x 1.3"
|
Item Code |
Description |
Price |
Buy Now |
| C-SS-10L-12 |
12V, 10A charging with LVD |
$63 |
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| C-SS-10L-24 |
24V, 10A charging with LVD |
$69 |
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| C-SS-20L-12 |
12V, 20A charging with LVD |
$85 |
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| C-SS-20L-24 |
24V, 20A charging with LVD |
$90 |
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LOADS
FOR DIVERSION CONTROL
Air Heater Diversion (NEW)
Water Load 
When diversion control is needed for hydro, wind, or a
combination with solar, use these heater loads with a diversion capable charge
control. Controls that can operate as diversion type are
Xantrex
C-Series Controls (C35, C40, C60) and
Morningstar Tristar 45 and 60 Controls.
DIVERSION never disconnects the charge source from the battery.
The control connects to the battery and "absorbs" or "burns
off" exactly enough power to offset any excess charging. The load
dissipates the surplus power into heated air or water. Diversion heat loads
should be selected for at least as many amps as all charging sources combined,
but must be several amps LESS than maximum amp rating of the control to be used.
A load that accepts more amps than the control can handle may cause the control
to shut down.
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Item # |
Description |
Additional Shipping |
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| AIR HEATER
DIVERSION LOAD boxes as pictured with connection
terminals |
| C-HL-12V |
45A, 12V, 675W |
$14 |
$126
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| C-HL-24V |
35A, 24V, 1000W |
$14 |
$136
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| C-HL-48V |
NEW VERSION:
36A, 48V, 2160W |
$14 |
$199
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Budget Ceramic Resistor 300 Watt, 0.5 or 1 Ohm
One is a 15 amp, 12 volt load. Two parallel connected for 30 amps, 12 volt. Two
in series connected for 15 amp, 24 volt; two pairs 30 amp, 24 volt.
| Make your own mount from shelf brackets...................$40 |
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Water Heater Load with 1" male thread
| 15 volt- 30 or 60 amp; OR 30 volt 30
amp..................$125 |
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| 30 volt- 24 or 48 amp: OR 60 volt 24
amp..................$175 |
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Fits most standard hot water tanks with screw-in element.
| Adapter for square flange type water tank....................$28 |
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Minimum shipping $10 per whole order covers all items with no shipping
listed
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