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Morningstar TriStar MPPT™ 600V Solar Charge Controller
How do you design the ultimate solar controller? Engineer it to operate at temperatures from -20° C to 55° C, withstand an environmental rating of IP67 and CE approval. Then outfit it with advanced electronics powered by the only microprocessor designed specifically for solar. The result is the Morningstar TriStar™ MPPT (Maximum Power Point Tracking™) 600V Solar Charge Controller — a powerhouse controller designed to propel your photovoltaic system into the future.
A solar charge controller is an important part of any solar electric system application. Its function is to keep the batteries charged to their fullest capacity from the maximum amount of available sunlight or photovoltaic (PV) energy created by your solar panels. They work in four stages and are designed for single-phase, grid-tie (or off-grid) systems with battery storage. The Morningstar TriStar MPPT™ 600V is well equipped in both hardware design and features for reliability and performance.
The Morningstar Tristar MPPT 600V is available in four models:
TS-MPPT-60-600V-48: Standard
TS-MPPT-60-600V-48-DB: Standard with Disconnect Box
TS-MPPT-60-600V-48-DB-TR: with DC Transfer Switch
TS-MPPT-60-600V-48-DB-TR-GFPD: Pre-wired with Ground Fault Protection Device
Why You Need an MPPT Controller for Your Solar System
There are two types of solar charge controllers on the market: MPPT (maximum power point tracking) and PWM (pulse-width modulation). The type of charge controller you need depends on the prevailing solar conditions your expect to encounter. MPPT controllers convert more energy into useable electricity. They are best suited for areas where seasonal, weather, and shading conditions can cause significant variations in solar harvesting. MPPT controllers are ideal for off-grid solar applications such as on a campervan or RV or remote cabins or tiny houses.
PWM controllers are less efficient than MPPTs and are best-suited for large stationary systems with consistent sunlight, minimal shading and no physical space limitations. PWM controllers are not generally a good fit for campervans or RVs.
All Morningstar charge controllers are built to industry-leading quality standards with over-spec’d components, advanced electronic design and thermal engineering, and have no cooling fans to fail. Over four million Morningstar controllers have been sold since 1993 and making them the first choice for leading solar installers around the globe.
Key Features and Benefits
Accommodates PV systems > 150 Voc with long wire runs from the array to the controller.
Uses Morningstar’s patented 4-stage charging algorithm to optimize battery health.
Extensive system networking, monitoring and communications.
Optimized for harsh environments and equipped with electronic protections.
Enables battery back-up for grid-tied systems using more efficient DC coupling system topology (as opposed to AC-coupling).
Fan-less design for long-term reliability
Specifications and Certifications
| Model | TS-MPPT-60-600V-48 | TS-MPPT-60-600V-48-DB | TS-MPPT-60-600V-48-DB-TR |
TS-MPPT-60-600V-48-DB-TR-GFPD |
| Charge Rating (amps) | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 |
| Max. PV Open Circuit Voltage (volts) | 600 |
600 | 600 | 600 |
| Nominal Battery Voltage (volts) | 48V, custom programmable to 24V, 36V, and 60V |
48V, custom programmable to 24V, 36V, and 60V |
48V, custom programmable to 24V, 36V, and 60V |
48V, custom programmable to 24V, 36V, and 60V |
| Nominal max. Operating Power* - 48 volt battery | 3200W | 3200W | 3200W | 3200W |
| Peak efficiency | 97.9% | 97.9% | 97.9% | 97.9% |
| Battery Operating Voltage Range | 16-72V | 16-72V | 16-72V | 16-72V |
| PV Input Operating Voltage Range | 100V to Voc = 525V | 100V to Voc = 525V | 100V to Voc = 525V | 100V to Voc = 525V |
| Wind/Hydro Input Operating Voltage Range | Battery Voltage to 500V | Battery Voltage to 500V | Battery Voltage to 500V | Battery Voltage to 500V |
| Self-Consumption | 1.75 - 2.50W | 1.75 - 2.50W | 1.75 - 2.50W | 1.75 - 2.50W |
| Transient Surge Protection | 4500 Watts/port | 4500 Watts/port | 4500 Watts/port | 4500 Watts/port |
| Voltage Accuracy (48V) | V<=0.1% +/- 100mV | V<=0.1% +/- 100mV | V<=0.1% +/- 100mV | V<=0.1% +/- 100mV |
| Operating Temperature Range (C) | -40 to +45 | -40 to +45 | -40 to +45 | -40 to +45 |
| Warranty | 5 Years | 5 Years | 5 Years | 5 Years |
| CE and RoHS compliant | ✓ |
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| IEC 62109 |
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| ETL Listed [UL-1741 and Canadian CSA C22.2 No.107.1.01] | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| FCC Class B Part 15 Compliant | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Manufactured in a Certified ISO 9001 Facility | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
TriStar MPPT 600V Standard and DB Versions
This video highlights the standard and disconnect box (DB) versions of the TriStar MPPT 600V charge controller. These devices provide an ideal solution for systems that require long wire runs from PV arrays to the controller. Included in the video are pictures of the controller, and applications diagrams regarding grid-tie battery backup and input to PV solar, wind, or hydro systems. Additional features such as communications, metering and monitoring are also addressed.
TriStar MPPT 600V Transfer Switch (TR) Versions
Most residential and light commercial grid-tied solar systems need utility power to operate, so they won’t function during a grid outage. This animated video illustrates how Morningstar’s TriStar MPPT 600V Controller with DC Transfer Switch can be used with other components to charge battery systems to provide backup power to run your critical loads when the grid goes down. This is a clean, economical, scalable solution that does not compromise your solar system’s efficiency.
Grid-tied Battery Backup & TriStar MPPT 600V Controller With DC Transfer Switch - Webinar
This webinar features the TriStar MPPT 600V Controller With DC Transfer Switch and its application to retrofit existing grid-tied solar systems with battery backup. Morningstar’s DC coupled solution offers a clean, simple, affordable way to provide battery backup power for critical lights and appliances in the event of a grid failure. Viewers will see how this solution compares to other options such as AC coupling and generator backup.