Description The Morningstar ProStar 30 gen3 is the new third generation model offering additional features and capabilities while maintaining the same form factor, quality, and reliability that has made the ProStar the world’s leading mid-range PWM solar controller for professional and consumer applications since 1995. The ProStar 30 provides 3-stage charging, plus equalization mode, to provide increased battery capacity and life. Simple to install, and simple to use, with an exceptionally long service life. Choose from a meter display model, or the standard display model. Model Numbers PS-30, PS-30M ProStar 30 Key Features and Benefits… Estimated 15 year life Compliance with IEC 62109 PWM series battery charging (not shunt) 8 dip switches to adjust battery charging and other settings High resolution graphical meter to adjust settings and display logged data RJ-11 MeterBus port for serial MODBUS data or to add a remote meter Compatible with Morningstar’s Ethernet MeterBus Converter (EMC-1) Up to 256 days of data logging Dusk-to-dawn and advanced programmable lighting control Protective terminal cover Enhanced surge rating for heavy DC loads Self-diagnostics Slow switching mode to eliminate system noise at telecom sites Parallel for up to 300 amps Temperature compensated charging Tropicalization No switching or measurement in the grounded leg 100% solid state Very low voltage drops Current compensated low voltage disconnect (LVD) LED’s to indicate battery status and faults Capable of 25% overloads Remote battery voltage sense terminals ProStar Electronic Protections: Solar Input: overload, short-circuit, high voltage, reverse polarity, high temperature, nighttime reverse current Load Output: overload, short-circuit, high temperature, reverse polarity Battery: reverse polarity (no battery removal) MorningStar ProStar Specifications… Electrical Nominal Battery Voltage: 12V or 24V Battery Voltage Range: 10-35V Voltage Accuracy: <= 0.1% /- 50mV Maximum Battery Current: 15A or 30A Maximum Solar Input Voltage (12V/24V bat): 60Voc Load Current Rating: 15A or 30A Self-Consumption: 20 mA* LED Indications: (1) status, (3) Battery state of charge Transient Surge Protection: 1500 Watts (solar, battery, load) Battery Charging Battery Types: 7 Standard Battery Settings Custom 4-Stage Charging: Bulk, Absorption, Float, Equalize Temperature Compensation Coefficient: -5 mV / °C / cell (25°C ref) Range: -30°C to 60°C Set Points: Absorption, Float, Equalize Environmental Operating Temperature: -40°C to 60°C Meter Operating Temperature: -20°C to 60°C Storage Temperature: -40°C to 80°C Humidity: 100% non-condensing Tropicalization: conformal coating, marine-rated terminals Load & Lighting Control Low Voltage Disconnect, Low Voltage Reconnect Settings: 11.4 V / 12.6 V or Custom (x2 for 24 volt systems) • Lighting Settings: Dusk to Dawn or Custom • LVD Current Compensation: -20 mV per Amp @ 12 Volts / -40 mV per Amp @ 24 Volts • LVD Warning Timer: 10 minutes • Lighting Test Timer: 5 minutes Mechanical Dimensions: 15.3(W) x 10.5(L) x 5.5(D) cm 6.0(W) x 4.1(L) x 2.2(D) in Weight: 0.4 kg / 1.0 lbs Wire Size Range: Power Terminals: 2.5 – 16 mm2 / 14 – 6 AWG Battery/Temp. Sense: 0.25 – 1.0 mm2 / 24 – 16 AWG Enclosure: IP20, Type 1 Certifications CE; RoHS; ETL Listed: UL62109/CSA.107.1; IEC 62109; FCC Part-15 class B compliant Manufactured in a certified ISO 9001 facility Warranty 5 years Download the full Spec Sheet here Want Ethernet/Web-based monitoring of your Prostar? Use the EMC-1 Modbus converter – Click here ProStar 30 Solar Charge Controller (Gen 3)
