Morningstar TriStar TS-60 Charge Controller
Rated at 60 Amps
System Voltage 12/24/48 VDC

Morningstar TriStar TS-60 Description:

Morningstar's TriStar is a three-function controller that provides reliable solar battery charging, load control or diversion regulation. It is rated at 60 amps at 12-48 volts, and has an optional meter, remote meter and remote temperature sensor. Morningstar’s TriStar Controller is a three-function controller that provides reliable solar battery charging, load control or diversion regulation. The controller operates in one of these modes at a time and two or more controllers may be used
to provide multiple functions.

 - May be used for solar, wind or hydroelectric

The TriStar uses advanced technology and automated production to provide exciting new features at a competitive
cost. The optional TriStar meter is the most sophisticated and informative controller meter on the market. The
controller is UL listed and is designed for both solar home systems and professional applications.

Key Features and Benefits

 - Highest Reliability

 - More Power

 - Communications Capability

 - Fully Adjustable

 - Extensive Electronic Protections

 - Programmable Lighting Control

 - Simple Mechanical Interface

 - Better Battery Charging

 - More Information

 - Easy to Reset

 - Low Telecom Noise


Highest Reliability
Large heat sink and conservative design enables operating at full ratings to 45°C. No need to de-rate.

More Power
Ratings to 60A at 48VDC will handle solar arrays up to 4kW.

Communications Capability
RS-232 connects to a personal computer for custom settings, data logging and remote monitoring and control.

Fully Adjustable
DIP switch provides user with a choice of 7 different digital presets and custom settings via RS-232.

Extensive Electronic Protections
Fully protected against reverse polarity, short circuit, overcurrent, high temperature and overvoltage.

Simple Mechanical Interface
Larger power terminals and conduit knockouts . Extra space for wire turns. Fits on power panels.

Better Battery Charging
Connecting battery sense wires and optional remote temperature sensor will improve control accuracy. Constant voltage
series PWM algorithm increases battery capacity and life.

More Information
3 LED’s to indicate status, faults and alarms. Optional meter displays extensive system and controller information, automatic
self-test and reset capabilities. Meter connection via RJ-11 phone jack.

Easy to Reset
Pushbutton provides manual reset and stop/start battery equalization or load disconnect.

Low Telecom Noise
DIP switch setting will change PWM to “On-Off” battery charging.

Environmental Specifications
 - Operating ambient temperature:
   - Controller –40°C to +45°C
   - Meter –40°C to +60°C
 - Storage temperature: –55°to +85°C
 - Humidity: 100% (non-condensing)
 - Tropicalization: Conformal coating on both sides of all printed circuit boards


Mechanical Specifications
 - Dimensions: Height: 26.0cm/10.3 inch
   - Width: 12.7cm/5.0 inch
   - Depth: 7.1cm/2.8 inch
 - Weight: 1.6 kg/3.5 lb
 - Largest Wire: 35mm2/2 AWG
 - Conduit Eccentric 2.5/3.2cm
   - knockouts: (1.0/1.25 inch)
 - Enclosure: Type 1, indoor rated

Certifications
• CE Compliant
• UL Listed (UL 1741)
• cUL (CSA-C22.2 No.107.1-95)
• Complies with U.S. National Electric Code
• Manufactured in a certified ISO 9001 facility