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. 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.
KEY FEATURES AND BENEFITS
1. Maximizes Energy Harvest
Our TrakStarTM MPPT Technology features: • Better peak power point tracking than other MPPT charge controllers • Very fast sweeping of the entire PV array • Recognition of multiple power points during shading or mixed PV arrays • Excellent performance at sunrise and low solar insolation levels
2. Extremely High Reliability
• Robust thermal design and no cooling fans • Parallel circuit design provides less stress and longer life for electronic components • No mechanical relays • Extensive electronic protections including PV short circuit protection • Epoxy encapsulated inductors and conformally coated printed circuit boards
3. Very High Efficiency
• Peak efficiency of 99% • Proprietary tracking algorithm minimizes power losses • Low self-consumption • Continuous operation at full power to 45°C ambient temperatures without need to de-rate • Selected electronic devices with higher ratings to minimize losses from heating
4. Extensive Networking and Communications Capabilities Enables system monitoring, data logging and adjustability. Uses open standard MODBUS™ protocol and Morningstar’s MS View software.
• Meterbus: communications between compatible Morningstar products • Serial RS-232: connection to a personal computer • EIA-485: communications between multiple devices on a bus • Ethernet: fully web-enabled interface to a local network or internet; view from a web browser or send email/text messages
5. Metering and Data Logging
• Optional TriStar meter and remote meter provides detailed operating data, alarms and faults • Three LED’s display system status • Up to 200 days of data logging via meters or communications ports
Morningstar TriStar MPPT Controller TS-MPPT-45.
The TriStar MPPT with TrakStar Technology is an advanced maximum power point tracking controller for off-grid solar systems up to 3kWp.
Maximizes Energy Harvest – Better peak power tracking than other MPPT controllers.
Very High Efficiency – The industry's highest peak efficiency of 99% for off-grid controllers.
Features Extensive Networking and Communications – Enables system monitoring, data logging and adjustability.
Metering and Data Logging
Certified to IEC 62093
