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A charge controller is one of the most important components in a solar system. There are several different types of charge controllers, series,
shunt and PWM. Solar Direct carries a large variety of controllers with several different options available with each unit. The most popular controllers are listed below. If you do not see a controller that meets
your specification, contact us we will be able to help you.
Speciality Concepts, Inc.
Solarex
Trace Engineering
Sun Selector
Innovative Energy Systems
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Morningstar
Charge controllers from 6 amps to 30 amps with built in low voltage disconnects.
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Model
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List Price*
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SunSaver 6 12v
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$44.56
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SunSaver 6 w/LVD 12v
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$55.24
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SunSaver 10 12v
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$51.70
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SunSaver 10 w/LVD 12v
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$65.95
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SunLight 10
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$101.61
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SunSaver 20 w/LVD 12v
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$89.12
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SunSaver 20 w/LVD 24v
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$94.47
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SunGuard 4 12v
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$28.52
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Model (12/24v)
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List Price*
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ProStar 12
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$98.05
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ProStar 12 w/meters
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$160.42
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ProStar 30
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$142.61
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ProStar 30 w/meters
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$204.98
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Morningstar's intelligent control and unique features significantly improve battery performance. Features include:
o constant voltage algorithm
o pulse width modulation
o automatic equalization
o digital control precision
o temperature compensation
o highly accurate set points
o low voltage drops
o sealed and flooded control parameters
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Product Specification
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SS6-LVD
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SS10-LVD
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System Voltage
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12 volt
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12 volt
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Rated PV Current
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6 amps
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10 amps
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Rated LVD Current
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6 amps
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10 amps
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Voltage Regulation
(per series 12V battery)
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Sealed 14.1V
Flooded 14.4V
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Sealed 14.1V
Flooded 14.4V
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LVD Disconnect
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Sealed 11.3V
Flooded 11.3V
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Sealed 11.3V
Flooded 11.3V
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LVD Reconnect
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Sealed 12.3V
Flooded 12.3V
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Sealed 12.3V
Flooded 12.3V
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Equalization
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NA
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NA
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Warranty
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2 years
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2 years
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PS12-LCD
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PS20-LCD
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PS30-LCD
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System Voltage
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12 or 24 volt
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12 or 24 volt
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12 or 24 volt
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Rated PV Current
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12 amps
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20 amps
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30 amps
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Rated LVD Current
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10 amps
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20 amps
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35 amps
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Voltage Regulation
(per series 12V battery)
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Sealed 14.1V
Flooded 14.3V
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Sealed 14.1V
Flooded 14.3V
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Sealed 14.1V
Flooded 14.3V
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LVD Disconnect
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Sealed 11.4V
Flooded 11.5V
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Sealed 11.4V
Flooded 11.5V
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Sealed 11.4V
Flooded 11.5V
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LVD Reconnect
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Sealed 12.5V
Flooded 12.6V
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Sealed 12.5V
Flooded 12.6V
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Sealed 12.5V
Flooded 12.6V
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Equalization
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Sealed 14.35V
Flooded 14.6V
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Sealed 14.35V
Flooded 14.6V
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Sealed 14.35V
Flooded 14.6V
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Warranty
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5 years
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5 years
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5 years
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*ProStar unit automatically select 12 or 24 volt operation when connected to the battery bank.
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Speciality Concepts, Inc.
Charge controllers from 1 amp to 50 amps with and without low voltage disconnects.
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Model
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List Price*
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ASC 12/1
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$44.56
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ASC 12/4
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$49.91
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ASC 12/8
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$53.47
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ASC 12/12
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$60.61
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ASC 12/16
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$71.30
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Options:
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A = Temp Comp
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$Call
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E = LVD
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$Call
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F = Adjustability
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$Call
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The ASC PV charge controller is ideal for 1-4 panel systems. This rugged unit holds the record for high reliability since 1981. The ASC has a
simple, low component count design that is 100% solid state and is completely sealed against harsh environments. Lightning protection and a blocking diode are included. The ASC is FM approved for hazardous locations.
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Product Specification
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ASC-12/1
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ASC-12/4E
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ASC-12/8E
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ASC-12/12E
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ASC-12/16E
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Rated PV Current
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1.5 amps
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4 amps
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8 amps
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12 amps
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16 amps
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Rated LVD Current
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NA
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10 amps
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Charge Termination
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14.3 volts
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LVD Disconnecct
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NA
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11.5 volts
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LVD Reconnect
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NA
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13.0 volts
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*8 amp and 16 amp units available in 24 volt. 4 amp unit available in 6 volt without low voltage disconnect. For units without low voltage
disconnect, remove E option from part number.
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Model
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List Price*
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SC3/15-12
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$121.21
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PPC-D/50-12
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$543.67
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DM3
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$167.56
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LPU-50
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$263.82
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The Photovoltaic power control (PPC/50) is a versatile, industrial quality controller for the efficient use of PV energy and the protection
of expensive batteries.
The PPC/50 consists of a series-relay battery charge regulator with low voltage disconnect, battery, array, and load circuit breakers, system
status lights and digital metering. A provision is made for monitoring an external shunt. The PPC/50 standard model is housed in an indoor enclosure. Optional NEMA 3R and NEMA 4X exclosures are available. The units
terminal block is rated for up to 6 gauge wire.
Product Specification
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- Rated PV Current: 50 amps
- System Volatge: 12, 24, 36 or 48 volts
- Rated Load Current: 12V=30A, 24V=20A, 36V=15A, 48V=15A
- Charge Termination: User Selectable 15.3, 14.8, 14.3 or 13.8 volts
- Load Disconnect: 11.5 volts
- Load Reconnect: 13.0 volts
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Voltage set points are per 12 volt series battery.
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Solarex
6 amp charge controllers that are designed to mount inside Solarex PV module junction boxes.
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Model
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List Price*
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SRX 6/12
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$46.35
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SRX 12/12
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$75.39
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The Solarstate SRX-6 voltage regulator is an industrial quality shunt regulator which controls battery charging in small and
midsize PV power systems. It is extremely efficient, compact, reliable, economical, weatherproof and meets nationally recognized safety standards. Its solid state circuitry uses a low frequency switching
shunt technique to control battery voltage.
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Product Specification
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Rated PV Current: 5.5 amps
System Voltage: 12 or 24 volts
12 volt Charge Termination Set Point: 14.6V
Temperature Compensated
Warranty: 1 year
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Trace Engineering
12 amp charge controller with built in low voltage disconnect and light controller. 30 amp and 40 amp charge controllers.
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Model
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List Price*
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C-12
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$103.33
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C-30A
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$103.33
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C-40
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$183.18
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Trace Engineering charge controllers bring intelligent microprocessor control and unsurpassed reliablilty to PV systems at an
affordable price.
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The C30A charge controller features automatic configuration to 12 or 24 volt systems, night disconnect to prevent drain back, an equalize
function for periodic battery maintenance and an LED status indicator lamp.
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The C12 includes both charge control and load control functions. The C12 features an automatic lighting controller. It will
automatically turn lights on at dusk and off at dawn. It also includes an adjustable run duration timer that can be set from 2 to 8 hours.
The C40 can operate as either a charge controller or a load controller. To provide both PV charge control and DC load control
functions, TWO C40's must be used.
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Product Specification
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C12
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C30A
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C40
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System Voltages
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12 volts
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12 or 24 volts
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12, 24, or 48 volts
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Rated PV Current
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12 amps
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30 amps
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40 amps
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Rated LVD Current
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12 amps
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NA
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40 amps
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Sun Selector
Charge controllers from 2 amps to 200 amps. Data logging capabilities. Light controls. Call for pricing.
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The M series charge controllers use the Sun Selector charge control process (series type) to eliminate the need for internal or
external blocking diodes. By eliminating the blocking diode, system reliability and lightning tolerance are greatly enhanced while eliminating diode and FET energy waste. With these .
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controllers no heat sinks or fans are required in the product design, reducing cost and complexity.The M-8 and M-16 feature four LED
indicators which can inform the user of a wide variety of system conditions. All M series controllers are available in 6V, 12V, 24V, or 48V
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Product Specification
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M-2
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M-4
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M-8
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M-16
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Rated PV Current
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2 amps
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4 amps
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8 amps
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16 amps
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Charge Stop Voltage
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14.35 volts
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14.35 volts
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14.35 volts
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14.35 volts
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Warranty
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5 years
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5 years
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5 years
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5 years
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The PLC-1 provides all necessary control functions for typical outdoor PV lighting applications. The unit provides complete
photovoltaic battery charge control and load control.
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Product Specification
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Rated PV Current: 16 amps
System Voltage: 12 or 24 volts
Rated Load Current: 20 amps
Over Voltage Load Disconnect
Dusk to Dawn Sensing
User Adjustable Load Timer (TMR Option)
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DIREC is a fully Digital Integrated Renewable Energy Controller. It provides fully programmable digital PV charge control as well
as digital load control capabilities. The user will have full control of charging parameters and DC load control.
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A major advantage of this product is the telemetry feature. DIREC controllers include a RS-232 interface, which when connected to a modem,
will allow the user to fully interrogate the power system remotely by PC. DIREC provides a four channel data logging system.Up to four data logs may be run which will provide both graphic and numeric long term
system information.
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Product Specification:
o Rated PV Current: 35, 60, 100, or 200 amps
o System Voltage: 12, 24, 36, or 48 volts
o Rated Load Current: 35, 60 or 100 amps
o Four Channel Data Log
o Complete Assembly Housed in Clear Cover NEMA 4X Enclosure
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Innovative Energy Systems
Sweeping Pulse Technology is used to remove and condition sulfation removal from battery banks. Call for pricing.
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ASP uses the DS-500 and DS-1000 in solar systems to provide battery bank conditioning and extended life. The DS series
DeSulfators are self powered units that attach directly to the battery bank.
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Sweeping Pulse Technology is a patented, variable frequency, variable boost voltage process guaranteed to dissolve sulfate crystals back into
the battery's electrolyte solution. All lead-acid batteries are adversely affected by the buildup of these deposits. As they collect on battery plates they restrict the flow of electrons and "lock away"
active material required for normal operation. As this barrier becomes thicker and thicker, the battery's ability to accept a charge or deliver energy is drastically diminished, resulting in the perception that the
battery is no longer usable.
Sweeping Pulse Technology allows the user to electronically dissolve sulfation formations back into the electrolyte solution without taking
the battery out of service. Most importantly, if a new battery is equipped with Sweeping Pulse Technology it will always remain free and clean of sulfate crystals allowing it to operate unhampered at full capacity.
This remarkable process generates no heat and can in no way harm the battery itself.
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Product Specifications
o Pulse Frequency (Hz): 10,000 - 100,000
o Power Consumption: .2 watts
o .5 amp fused circuit
o Voltage: 12, 24, 36, 48, 60, or 72 volts
o Warranty: 2 years
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Order & Help Desk
800-333-WARM | 941-360-WARM
sales@solardirect.com | tech@solardirect.com
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