MPPT Controller Selection
Seems like a good time to post this question, on the heels of Mex's post about the import market... I need a 60a MPPT controller. Debating between the Morningstar Tristar 60, or the MidNite Solar ...
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Almot wrote:
If I'm not mistaken (can't open Midnite 250 manual), all these controllers offer built-in display (optional in Morningstar), and Morningstar offers a remote display as well (also optional). Midnite has ONLY on-board display, there are no provisions for remote display. If you have a battery monitor, you won't need a remote display for controller though.
MidNite Classics allow a remote display + "local app" Internet monitoring.
The standard MidNite Classic is set up for Solar, Hydro, and Wind power. However, you can get a Solar-only "SL" Classic version for about $50 cheaper.
Also, keep in mind that there are three Classic versions -- Classic 150, 200, and 250 which translate to operating voltages 150V, 200V, 250V (and corresponding max output currents of 96, 79, and 63 amps).
I opted for the Classic 150 because it's ideal for parallel PV operation.
