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Collection: MPPT Charge Controllers

These are needed for use with larger 60 cell PV panels in order to match the PV output voltage with battery voltage.

  • They allow PV to operate at its maximum power point voltage
  • Controller drops this down to battery voltage
  • Current is boosted by doing this
  • So panels deliver full power to battery

They allow a PV array to deliver up to 30% more power to a battery than it would if it were connected directly to the battery.
The current from PV modules varies with sunlight levels but is fairly constant over a wide range of voltages. This means they can operate at higher voltages than the voltage of the battery bank which they are charging.

Advantages

  • Panel voltage doesn’t need to match battery voltage
  • Can use high voltage string configurations
  • Smaller cable can be used
  • PV can be sited further from battery
  • Better for larger systems (>200Wp)
  • 60 cell panels are better value than 36 cell 12V panels so the extra power delivered can justify extra cost of the controller even for 12V systems
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18 products

  • Morningstar EcoBoost MPPT™

    Morningstar EcoBoost MPPT™

    6 models available
    From £144.64

    The EcoBoost MPPT™ solar charge controller brings Morningstar's proprietary TrakStar Technology™ to their Essentials controllers and accessories.

  • Morningstar GenStar MPPT

    Morningstar GenStar MPPT

    3 models available
    From £1,009.61

    The new GenStar MPPT is the first model in Morningstar’s new Integrated Series and represents the industry's first truly "smart" controller with all built-in intelligence, communications, and control features instead of requiring additional external components.

  • Morningstar ProStar MPPT

    Morningstar ProStar MPPT

    5 models available
    From £36.14

    The Prostar MPPT™ solar charge controller uses TrakStar Technology™ for advanced maximum power point tracking (MPPT) battery charging. Suitable for Lithium, Nickel Cadmium, and Lead Acid battery types.

  • Morningstar SunSaver MPPT

    Morningstar SunSaver MPPT

    £270.48

    This controller has an advanced maximum power point tracking (MPPT) battery charger for off-grid PV systems. The controller features a smart tracking algorithm that maximizes the energy harvest from the PV and also provides load control to prevent over discharge of the battery. It is ideal for both professional and consumer PV applications.

  • Morningstar TriStar MPPT

    Morningstar TriStar MPPT

    4 models available
    From £423.80

    The industry-leading TriStar MPPT with TrakStar Technology is an advanced maximum power point tracking controller for larger off-grid photovoltaic (PV) energy systems up to 4.2kWp. An iconic design, TriStars have been proven in solar installations around the globe and remain the first choice for designers of mission-critical systems where failure is not an option.

  • Morningstar TriStar MPPT 600V

    Morningstar TriStar MPPT 600V

    £1,103.63

    The TS-MPPT-600V controller is built for easy installation, set-up and use. Its self-diagnostics & electronic error protections make installation easier and prevents the chance of installation mistakes / system faults. It is also equipped with 8 adjustable switches to make system set-up & configuration simple.

  • Steca Solarix MPPT 3020 and 5020

    Steca Solarix MPPT 3020 and 5020

    2 models available
    From £136.45

    These controllers use maximum power point tracking and are optimally suited for solar systems with module voltages higher than the battery voltage. In particular, they enable PV modules that are used for grid-connected systems to also be used off-grid.

  • Steca Tarom MPPT

    Steca Tarom MPPT

    2 models available
    From £550.22

    Sophisticated 60A 12/24/48V MPPT charge controllers with 180VDC maximum input voltage

  • Victron Blue Solar Charge Controller MPPT 100/30 & 100/50

    Victron Blue Solar Charge Controller MPPT 100/30 & 100/50

    2 models available
    From £89.79

    These Victron Blue Solar Charge Controllers support a PV input with a maximum open circuit voltage of 100V and have a maximum output of 30A or 50A respectively. They work with and will automatically recognise 12V/24V battery systems.

  • Victron Blue Solar Charge Controller MPPT 150/35 & 150/45

    Victron Blue Solar Charge Controller MPPT 150/35 & 150/45

    2 models available
    From £133.89

    These Victron Blue Solar Charge Controller supports a PV input with a maximum open circuit voltage of 150V and have maximum outputs of 35A and 45A respectively. It works with and will automatically recognise 12V, 24V and 48V battery systems (36V also possible via software configuration).

  • Victron Blue Solar Charge Controller MPPT 150/45 up to 250/100

    Victron Blue Solar Charge Controller MPPT 150/45 up to 250/100

    6 models available
    From £283.28

    These Victron Blue Solar Charge Controller supports a PV input with a maximum open circuit voltage of either 150V or 250V and have a maximum output of up to 100A. It works with and will automatically recognise 12V, 24V and 48V battery systems (36V also possible via software configuration).

  • Victron Blue Solar Charge Controller MPPT 75/10, 75/15,100/15 & 100/20

    Victron Blue Solar Charge Controller MPPT 75/10, 75/15,100/15 & 100/20

    4 models available
    From £36.07

    These Victron Blue Solar Charge Controllers support a PV input with a maximum open circuit voltage of 75V or 100V respectively and have a maximum output of 20A. They work with and will automatically recognise 12V and 24V battery systems, except the VBS-MPPT100/20-48 which can be used with 12, 24 or 48V systems.

  • Victron SmartSolar Charge Controller MPPT 100/30 & 100/50

    Victron SmartSolar Charge Controller MPPT 100/30 & 100/50

    2 models available
    From £102.62

    These Victron SmartSolar Charge Controllers support a PV input with a maximum open circuit voltage of 100V and have a maximum output of up to 50A. They work with and will automatically recognise 12V and 24V battery systems.

  • Victron SmartSolar Charge Controller MPPT 150/35 & 150/45

    Victron SmartSolar Charge Controller MPPT 150/35 & 150/45

    2 models available
    From £147.52

    This Victron SmartSolar Charge Controller supports a PV input with a maximum open circuit voltage of 150V and have a maximum output of up to 35A. They work with and will automatically recognise 12V, 24V and 48V battery systems (36V also possible via software configuration).

  • Victron SmartSolar Charge Controller MPPT 150/60 up to 250/60

    Victron SmartSolar Charge Controller MPPT 150/60 up to 250/60

    4 models available
    From £280.62

    These Victron SmartSolar Charge Controllers support a PV input with a maximum open circuit voltage of 150V or 250V and have a maximum output of up to 70A. They work with and will automatically recognise 12V, 24V and 48V battery systems (36V also possible via software configuration).

  • Victron SmartSolar Charge Controller MPPT 150/70 up to 250/100 VE.Can

    Victron SmartSolar Charge Controller MPPT 150/70 up to 250/100 VE.Can

    12 models available
    From £331.93

    Identical to the SmartSolar Charge Controller MPPT but with CAN bus ports. This allows for communication with additional VE.Can SmartSolar chargers. The additional units are simply “daisy chained” to each other with a single RJ45 cable between the individual units.

*see manufacturer's documentation for further information