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TriStar MPPT 45 Amp and 60 Amp for 12,24, or 48 VDC SunSaver MPPT 15 Amp for 12 or 24 VDC SunSaver Duo 25 Amp Two Battery Controller with Remote Meter ProStar 15 Amp and 30 Amp for 12 or 24 VDC TriStar 45 Amp and 60 Amp for 12,24 or 48 VDC SHS 10 Amp for 12 VDC SunSaver 6 Amp, 10 Amp and 20 Amp for 12 or 24 VDC SunKeeper 12 Amp for 12 VDC SunGuard 4.5 Amp for 12 VDC Remote Temperature Sensor Relay Driver Metering for TriStar units Metering for SunSaver MPPT and Duo units PC Meterbus Adapter Click here for pricing

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TriStar MPPT 45 Amp and 60 Amp for 12, 24 or 48 VDC
	Get the most out of your Solar Panels with a new technology MPPT TriStar controller! MPPT (Maximum Power Point Tracking) provides the most power at all times throughout the day earlier in the Morning to later in the Afternoon by adjusting the Currents and Volts to get the Maximum Power The TriStar MPPT's have better peak power tracking than other MPPT controllers, and recognises multiple power points during shading or with mixed-make Solar Panel arrays The TriStar MPPT controllers work on Nominal System Voltages of 12, 24, 36 and 48 VDC The Nominal Maximum Solar Inputs are: 12 V 800 W 24 V 1600 W 36 V 2400 W 48 V 3200 W TriStar MPPT controllers have electronic protection against Solar and Battery overloads, short circuits, high voltage and reverse currents at night The TriStar MPPT controllers are 4 Stage Solar Controllers BULK - ABSORPTION - FLOAT - EQUALISE All totally programmable with an included Remote Temperature Sensor Size: 291 x 130 x 142 mm Weight: 4.2kg Maximum Wire Size: 35mm2 (2 AWG) TriStar MPPT controllers have a peak efficiency of 99% and low self-consumption Continuous operation at full power up to 45°C before de-rating Meter Bus and RS-232 Communication ports on both models, 60 Amp model also have EIA-485 and Ethernet Optional Remote Meter available for reading Amp Hours produced, Amps, Volts etc Click here for a PDF brochure on the TriStar MPPT Controllers
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SunSaver MPPT 15 Amp for 12 or 24 VDC
	Get the most out of your Solar Panels with a new technology MPPT SunSaver controller! MPPT (Maximum Power Point Tracking) provides the most power at all times throughout the day earlier in the Morning to later in the Afternoon by adjusting the Currents and Volts to get the Maximum Power The SunSaver MPPT has a better peak power tracking than other MPPT controllers, and recognises multiple power points during shading or with mixed-make Solar Panel arrays SunSaver MPPT controllers work on Nominal System Voltages of 12 and 24 VDC The Nominal Maximum Solar Inputs are: 12V   200W 24V   400W SunSaver MPPT controllers have an electronic protection against Solar and Battery overloads, short circuits, high voltage and reverse currents at night The SunSaver MPPT controller is a 4 Stage Solar Controllers BULK - ABSORPTION - FLOAT - EQUALISE Remote Temperature Sensor optional Size: 169 x 64 x 73 mm Weight: 4.2kg Maximum Wire Size: 16mm2 (#6 AWG) TriStar MPPT controllers have a peak efficiency of 99% and low self-consumption Continuous operation at full power up to 45°C before de-rating Optional Remote Meter available for reading Amp Hours produced, Amps, Volts etc Click here for a PDF brochure on the SunSaver MPPT Controller
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SunSaver Duo 25 Amp Two Battery Controller with Remote Meter
	The SunSaver Duo is an advanced PWM type Solar Controller that can charge two different battery banks at once from the same Solar Panel/s Ideal for Motorhomes and Boats where you have an engine battery and a house battery Can be set to either a 50-50 or 90-10 split for charging Comes with a Remote Meter for reading Amp Hours produced, Amps, Volts etc Remote Temperature Sensor optional The SunSaver Duo controller are 4 Stage Solar Controllers BULK - PWM - FLOAT - EQUALISE SunSaver Duo controllers work on a Nominal System Voltage of 12 VDC The Nominal Maximum Solar Input is 360W SunSaver Duo controllers have an electronic protection against Solar  overload, short circuits, high temperature and reverse currents at night Size: 170 x 56 x 41 mm (controller) 97 x 97 x 31 mm (meter) Weight: 340g (controller) 135g (meter) Maximum Wire Size: 16mm2 (#6 AWG) Meter Wire: 10m Click here for a PDF brochure on the SunSaver Duo Controller
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ProStar 15 Amp and 30 Amp for 12 or 24 VDC
	The ProStar 15 Amp and 30 Amp controllers are top quality PWM type Solar Controllers There are two different types of ProStar controllers The less expensive PS-15 and PS-30 controllers which do not have a built in LCD display, and the PS-15M and PS-30M controllers which have built in LCD displays (picture above shows a PS-30M with LCD display) All models have the same functionality, the only difference is the LCD display 3-position battery select for Gel, Sealed or Flooded batteries Electronic Circuit Breaker with manual over-ride for disconnecting loads, but still charges the batteries Low Voltage Disconnect for protection of batteries, automatic or manual ProStar controllers are 4 Stage Solar Controllers BULK - PWM - FLOAT - EQUALISE ProStar controllers work on a Nominal System Voltage of 12 or 24 VDC ProStar controllers have an electronic protection against solar and load short circuit, solar and load overload, high temperature and reverse currents at night Size: 153 x 105 x 55 mm Weight: 340g Maximum Wire Size: 16mm2 (#6 AWG) Click here for a PDF brochure on the ProStar Controllers
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TriStar 45 Amp and 60 Amp for 12, 24 or 48 VDC
	The TriStar 45 Amp and 60 Amp controllers are top quality PWM type Solar Controllers TriStar controllers are 4 Stage Solar Controllers BULK - PWM - FLOAT - EQUALISE TriStar controllers work on a Nominal System Voltage of 12, 24 or 48 VDC The Nominal Maximum Solar Input is:  180W @ 12 VDC for 15 Amp Models 360W @ 24 VDC for 15 Amp Models 360W @ 12 VDC for 30 Amp Models 720W @ 24 VDC for 30 Amp Models TriStar controllers have an electronic protection against short circuits, over current, lightning, high temperature and reverse currents at night Size: 260 x 127 x 71 mm Weight: 1.6kg Maximum Wire Size: 35mm2 (2 AWG) Continuous operation at full power up to 45°C before de-rating Optional Meter or Remote Meter available for reading Amp Hours produced, Amps, Volts etc. Optional Remote Temperature Sensor available Click here for a PDF brochure on the TriStar PWM Type Controllers
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SHS 10 Amp for 12 VDC
	The SHS-10 controllers are a well-known, high quality, reliable, low cost PWM type Solar Controller They were specifically designed to be low cost for isolated rural electrification, but are also very good for Home, Motorhome and Boat applications SHS-10 controllers are 4 Stage Solar Controllers BULK - PWM - BOOST - FLOAT Temperature compensated charging SHS-10 controllers work on a Nominal System Voltage of 12 VDC The Nominal Maximum Solar Input is 170W SHS-10 controllers have an electronic protection against short circuit and over-current for solar and load, lightning, high voltage and reverse current at night Size: 151 x 66 x 36 mm Weight: 113g Maximum Wire Size: up to 6mm2 (9 AWG) Continuous operation at full power up to 50°C before de-rating Click here for a PDF brochure on the SHS-10 Controllers
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SunSaver 6 Amp, 10 Amp and 20 Amp for 12 or 24 VDC
	SunSaver controllers are a top quality yet low cost Solar Controller There are many different models available, we have the following: SS-6 (12V) 6 Amp 12 Volt SS-10 (12V) 10 Amp 12 Volt SS-10L (12V) 10 Amp 12 Volt SS-10L-24V 10 Amp 24 Volt SS-20L (12V) 10 Amp 12 Volt SS-20L-24V 10 Amp 24 Volt SunSaver controllers are rated to handle up to 25% overloads Terminals are marine rated and casing is anodised Temperature compensation Sealed-Flooded battery selectivity Run in parallel for 40 Amps or more Indicators for Charging (Green) and Low Voltage Disconnect (Red) MODEL NUMBER SOLAR RATING (Amps) 0                        10                      20 LOAD RATING (Amps) 0                        10                      20 LVD 12V 24V   SS-6 (12V)   SS-10 (12V)   SS-10L (12V)   SS-10L-24V   SS-20L (12V)   SS-20L-24V Size: 152 x 55 x 34 mm Weight: 230g Maximum Wire Size: 5.2mm2 (10 AWG) Continuous operation at full power up to 50°C before de-rating Click here for a PDF brochure on the Sun Saver Controllers
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SunKeeper 12 Amp for 12 VDC
	SunKeeper controllers provide a low cost way to regulated output directly from the Solar Panels to maximise battery life in small solar power applications Designed to be used in temperature extremes, rated from  - 40 to +70°C UV resistant, rugged casing and epoxy coated circuit board allow unhindered outdoor use SunKeeper controllers have an electronic protection against short circuiting, over-current, surges, high temperature and reverse current at night 3 Stage charging: BULK - PWM (regulation) - FLOAT Able to charge a battery up from zero voltage Optional Remote Temperature Sensor allows temperature compensation Rated for hazardous locations, so can be used near oil, gas etc Size: 99 x 51 x 13 mm Weight: 110g Maximum Wire Size: 2mm2 (#14 AWG) Click here for a PDF brochure on the SunKeeper Controller
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SunGuard 4.5 Amp for 12 VDC
	SunGuard controllers use the same high quality components as the SunSaver controllers This makes them low cost, but with great performance 3 Stage charging: BULK - PWM - FLOAT Outdoor rated, fully coated in epoxy potting, ABS plastic, impact resistant A good controller that's rugged enough to handle almost any environment Size: 51 x 64 x 38 mm Weight: 110g Maximum Wire Size: 1.3mm2 (#16 AWG) Click here for a PDF brochure on the SunGuard Controller
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Remote Temperature Sensor
	MorningStar's Remote Temperature Sensor (RTS) provides improved battery charging in solar systems that experience temperature variations during the year The RTS measures the temperature at the battery, and then the controller uses this information to accurately compensate for temperature changes The RTS is compatible with: - ProStar                  - TriStar                    - TriStar MPPT        - SunKeeper           - SunSaver Duo    - SunSaver MPPT Corrects for temperatures from -30°C up to +80°C Click here for a PDF brochure on the RTS Remote Temperature Sensor
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Relay Driver
	The Relay Driver is a logic module that provides high level system control functions such as high/low voltage alarms, load control and generator start With TriStar Controller: Battery Voltage, charge/load current, battery temperature, TriStar heat-sink temperature, PWM duty cycle, PV/load voltage and all TriStar alarms or faults With Other Controllers: Battery voltage, Relay Drive temperature and input voltages from other sources Electronic Protection against reverse polarity, short-circuit, over-current, and lightning or transient surges Size: 163 x 81 x 33 mm Weight: 200g Click here for a PDF brochure on the Relay Driver
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Metering for TriStar units
	TS-M-2 Weight: 230g Cable: 0.13m Size: 127 mm wide x 118 mm high (same size as the existing front panel of your TriStar, you just unscrew the panel, and screw the meter in its place) TS-RM-2 Weight: 180g Cable: 30m Size: 116 mm x 116 mm (whole panel face)   96 mm wide x 60 mm high x 24 mm deep (componentry)   45 mm wide x 83 mm high (mounting hole spacing measured from centre to centre) MorningStar's TriStar Meter-2 (TS-M-2) and TriStar Remote Meter-2 (TS-RM-2) are advanced digital meters that can be used with any TriStar solar controller Identical, except that the TS-M-2 is mounted on the controller, and the TS-RM-2 is flush mounted up to 30 meter away 2 x 16 character LCD's display extensive system and controller information, logged data, bar graph metering as well as alarms and faults for easy troubleshooting Information can be displayed in English, French, German, Portuguese or Spanish Easy to use with four directional push-buttons for easy navigation of display screens and back-lighting Meter can be added and removed at any time Compatible with TS-45, TS-60, TS-MPPT-45, TS-MPPT-60 Click here for a PDF brochure on the TS-M-2 and TS-RM-2
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Metering for SunSaver MPPT and Duo units
	The Remote Meter (RM-1) is a universal, four digit display with custom icons that is compatible with several MorningStar controllers The digital meter displays voltage, current, temperature, logged data, settings, alarms and error reporting for easy troubleshooting Simply plugs into MorningStar controllers via a RJ-11 connector Size: 95 x 95 mm (faceplate) 74 mm diameter (meter back) 28 mm deep (meter back) Compatible with SunSaver Duo and SunSaver MPPT controllers Click here for a PDF brochure on the RM-1
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PC Meterbus Adapter
	The PC Meterbus Adapter (MSC) converts a controller's meter port (RJ-11 phone type connector) to a standard RS-232 serial connector for connection to a PC or other equipment The MSC can be used with any MorningStar controller equipped with a meter connection that does not already have an RS-232 port Kit includes the PC Meterbus Adapter RS-232 cable with connectors (1.8m) RJ-11 cable with connectors (1m) Click here for a PDF brochure on the PC Meterbus Adapter
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Updated May 2011