200W Solar Charger Maximum Power Point Tracker
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1. 30 053 250 472 MPPT12 1 R5 Unit 2 110 Station Road Seven Hills NSW 2147 Australia eaaa l 200W Solar Charger Maximum Power Point Tracker d Page 3 of 4 Operating Instructions ELECTRONICS Please read these instructions before use e The MPPT12 1 will efficiently charge 12V batteries from 24V panels e The panel voltage limits for the MPPT12 1 are Maximum open circuit voltage below 55V e Minimum Maximum Power Point at the maximum operating temperature must be above 17V for 12V batteries and 32V for 24V batteries to ensure full power e When used with panels over 150W 12V or 200W 24V the MPPT12 1 MUST be fitted with the PVF fuse For optimal power output the following panel combinations are recomended 12V Charging 2 x 12V Battery Panels connected in series Total Voe 42V amp Vup 32V 1 x 24V Battery Panel Total Voe 42V amp Vup 32V 1 x 48 Cell Grid Panel Total Voe 28V amp Vyp 23V 1 x 54 Cell Grid Panel Total Voe 32V amp Vp 26V 1 x 52 Cell Grid Panel Total Voe 31V amp Vyp 25V 1 x 60 Cell Grid Panel Total Voe 36V amp Vyp 29V 1 x 72 Cell Grid Panel Total Voe 44V amp Vyp 36V 24V Charging e 1x 72 Cell Grid Panel Total Voe 44V amp V 36V MPPT FAQs Q What is an MPPT MPPT stands for Maximum Power Point Tracker and is a specialized converter designed to maintain the PV voltage at the level in which it delivers maximum power to the load or battery The nomina2. l panel output power can only be ensured with the use of an MPPT Q What are the GSL MPPTs advantages compared to standard solar regulators 1 Suitable for new lower cost high efficiency grid type panels since the GSL MPPT can efficiently charge the batteries from relatively high voltage say 12V batteries from 36V MPP panels 2 Less interference and more accurate voltages during absorption and float Q What output can I expect from a 150W or 200W MPPT 1 The maximum bulk charge current with 12V battery and 150W panel is approximately 12A so you can expect about 40AH per day which is a 40W load for about 10 hours 2 The maximum bulk charge current with a 24V battery and a 200W panel is about 8A so you can expect about 30AH which is a 40W load for about 15 hours Q Why are MPPT used mainly in high power systems Until now and despite their overwhelming advantages MPP Ts have been excluded from low power systems because of cost The new GSL MPPT specifically designed for low power makes economic sense even in small systems Q What sort of batteries should use 1 Adeep cycle battery is a must due to the cyclical nature of the solar system with a GSL Electronics Phone 02 9620 9988 www gsl com aqu ABN 30 053 250 472 Unit 2 110 Station Road Seven Hills NSW 2147 Australia rrectxonics Fax 02 9620 9899 MPPT12 1 R5 Wht l 200W Solar Charger Maximum Power Point Tracker a Page 4of4 Operating Instruc
3. peated l 200W Solar Charger Maximum Power Point Tracker Ab Page of 4 Operating Instructions 2 ae eae Please read these instructions before use l MPPT12 1 Unit Important e Use only PV Systems with open circuit voltage below 55V and a Vp no less than 17V for 12V Charging and 34V for 24V Charging e Use wires suitable for at least 15a but if wire runs are over 3m then larger wires are recommended to limit voltage drop and losses e Install the unit in a dry place out of direct sunlight and away from flammable liquids or gases e Battery fuse BF is always required and must be located as close to the battery as possible its sizing depends on the wire size and load ratings Typically a 15A 24V fuse would do e Locate the PV fuse PVF as close to the MPPT as possible 10A 60VDC Rating PVF only mandatory with high power panels e If used this fuse is optional locate the output fuse of as close to the MPPT as possible 15A 24VDC rating e Before connecting battery always check battery and PV panel polarity PATENT APPLIED FOR 2010901565 GSL Electronics Phone 02 9620 9988 www gsl com au Fax 02 9620 9899 ABN 30 053 250 472 Unit 2 110 Station Road Seven Hills NSW 2147 Australia MPPT12 1 R5 v rrectxonics hte l 200W Solar Charger Maximum Power Point Tracker di Page 2 of 4 Operating Instructions ELECTRONICS Please read these instructions before use Basic Wiring Inst
4. ructions PV Panel Note First start up may take up to one minute MPPT12 1 General Information e Green LED flashing battery charging and all normal e Red LED flashing battery voltage low below 0 9 of nominal voltage e This MPPT is designed to auto detect 12V and 24V battery systems and select a suitable charge regime e The maximum absorption voltage is 14 5V or 29V and the float voltage is 13 5V or 27V for 12V or 24V batteries respectively e The absorption phase is entered following a low battery condition and is maintained for approx 1 5 hours e Custom float and absorption voltages and times are possible but minimum orders apply e This MPPT has a built in multilevel over temperature protection to improve product reliability while maximising output power availability e The peak maximum output power is 250W and the continuous output power is 150W on 12V systems and 200W on 24V e The typical efficiency is approximately 96 and the current gain during typical bulk charge is over 20 e The fuse PVF can be replaced by a suitably heatsinked 20A 60V schottky diode its anode connected to the panel and cathode to the MPPT white wire This diode will avoid a small drain during night time approx 0 04A as well as protect against panel short but it will also slightly decrease the battery charge current GSL Electronics G A Phone 02 9620 9988 Fax 02 9620 9899 v ELECTRONICS www gsl com au ABN
5. tions ELECTRONICS Please read these instructions before use l recommended battery capacity of at least 60AH 2 A larger battery will not only give longer run time during low light but also will be able to avoid available PV power being unstored such as when battery reaches the float stage Q How does PV temperatures affects charge current Temperature increase brings down the PVs maximum power point voltage reducing the MPPTs current gain available In principle at 25C it is possible to achieve 30 gain but at 40C a more realistic average temperature about 20 is still available Q What happens at low PV currents The MPPT will outperform the conventional regulator above 4 of nominal panel power Below 4 6W in a 150W panel the MPPT will have a slightly lower output current than a non MPPT Q Is interference possible and If so what do I do GSL s MPPTs produce far less interference than conventional solar regulator during the absorption and float stages that is during most of its operating time and its designed to comply with local and international EMI standards however some interference is still possible If interference occurs first try and reorient the aerial or move the sensitive equipment away from the MPPT wires Ensure the MPPT chassis is grounded Grounding a battery terminal may also help and finally you can try adding ferrite clamps Output power Peak 250W constant 200W 29V 150W 14 5V Warranty Condi
6. tions The product is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of 24 months from the date of sale This warranty covers defective parts and workmanship provided that the product is shipped prepaid to the seller within 24 months of purchase of goods This warranty is limited to the repair or replacement at the manufacturers discretion of parts and shipping prepaid to the original despatch destination We regret that no liability can be accepted for consequential or special damages of any kind howsoever arising in connection with products supplied by the seller This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied No representative is authorised to assume for the seller any other liability in connection with the seller s products GSL Electronics amp Phone 02 9620 9988 Fax 02 9620 9899 v ELECTRONICS www gsl com au ABN 30 053 250 472 MPPT12 1 R5 Unit 2 110 Station Road Seven Hills NSW 2147 Australia
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