Charge Controllers

Morningstar TriStar MPPT

£ 395.55GBP · price may vary

Model: TS-MPPT-30
Specifications: 7

System Battery Voltage12V, 24V, 48V
Max VOC150V
MPPT Trackers1
ConnectionScrew terminals
Weight (kg)4.5
View all 7 specifications ↓

Overview

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. Extremely high reliability due to robust thermal design, conformally coated printed circuit boards and extensive electronic protections inc.: overload; short circuit; high voltage; high temperature; lightning & transient surges; nightime reverse current. Peak efficiency of 99% using TrakStar MPPT Technology to maximise the PV energy harvest by rapidly finding the solar array peak power point with extremely fast sweeping of the entire I-V curve. Can be used with solar arrays with a maximum open circuit voltage of 150 VDC and battery systems of 12, 24, 36 or 48 VDC. Capable of continuous operation at full power at up to 45°C without need to de-rate. Remote temperature sensor is included and optional displays are available. The TS-MPPT-60 includes on-board Ethernet interface & up to 200 days of data logging. Optional LCD digital backlit display (included with -M version) provides system & controller information: battery voltage; current; temperature; amp-hours and error mode. Versions mount either on face of the controller or remotely. Traditional PWM vs TrakStar MPPT 5 year warranty Please note: TS-MPPT-60, TS-MPPT-60M - not PSTI compliant, not available for delivery in the UK.

Specifications

System Battery Voltage	12V, 24V, 48V
Max VOC	150V
MPPT Trackers	1
Connection	Screw terminals
Weight (kg)	4.5
Warranty	5
IP Rating	IP20

Reading the specifications

Morningstar TriStar MPPT is listed with 7 published specifications from Morningstar, including system battery voltage of 12V, 24V, 48V, max VOC of 150V, MPPT trackers of 1 and connection of Screw terminals. Those figures are what decide whether this unit fits your system, so read them against the equipment it will connect to before comparing price.

For a charge controller, the figures that matter most are type: MPPT or PWM, rated charge current in amps, which must exceed the array's short-circuit current with margin, maximum PV open-circuit voltage, the hard limit that must survive cold-morning Voc rise and supported battery voltages (12/24/36/48 V) and chemistries. In any system with a battery and a separate array, the controller is what protects the most expensive component and determines how much of the array's output actually reaches storage.

What to check before ordering

The checks below apply to any charge controller. Run them against the specification table above — most disappointing solar purchases are compatible-on-paper units that fail one of these in practice.

Choose MPPT over PWM for anything beyond a very small array. An MPPT controller harvests roughly 20–30% more energy because it converts excess panel voltage into charge current instead of throwing it away.
Size the current rating from array watts divided by battery voltage, then add at least 25% margin for cold, bright conditions where panels exceed their rated output.
Check the maximum PV input voltage against the array's Voc at your coldest expected temperature, not at 25 °C — Voc rises as temperature falls, and exceeding the limit destroys the controller instantly.
Confirm the controller supports your battery chemistry with the right charge profile. Lithium, AGM, gel and flooded batteries need different absorption and float voltages.

Common mistakes

Sizing on rated array watts alone and ignoring the voltage ceiling, which is the most common way controllers are killed.
Using a PWM controller with a high-voltage grid-tie panel — the voltage mismatch wastes a large share of the panel's output.
Running the load output beyond its rating instead of wiring heavy loads directly to the battery through a fuse.

Price and availability

Morningstar TriStar MPPT is listed at £ 396 (GBP). Solar pricing moves with supply, import duties and exchange rates, and distributors set their own margins, so treat this as a comparison reference and confirm the current figure before you order.

SolarBazaar compares equipment rather than selling it. Shortlist here on specification and price, then buy from an authorised distributor or installer in your country: warranty cover on solar hardware is normally honoured through the channel you bought from, so confirm who supports Morningstar locally before ordering.

Morningstar TriStar MPPT — frequently asked questions

How much does Morningstar TriStar MPPT cost?

Morningstar TriStar MPPT is listed at £ 396 (GBP). The figure is indicative — solar prices move with supply, duties and exchange rates, and each distributor sets its own margin — so confirm the current price with a supplier before ordering.

What are the specifications of Morningstar TriStar MPPT?

We hold 7 published specifications for this charge controller, including system battery voltage 12V, 24V, 48V, max VOC 150V, MPPT trackers 1, connection Screw terminals and weight (kg) 4.5. The full table is on this page, listed under model TS-MPPT-30.

Who makes Morningstar TriStar MPPT?

Morningstar TriStar MPPT is a Morningstar product, listed under charge controllers with model reference TS-MPPT-30. The Morningstar brand page lists the rest of its range so you can compare across the catalogue.

Is Morningstar TriStar MPPT right for my system?

That depends on what it has to connect to. For a charge controller, check conversion efficiency, typically 96–99% for a good MPPT unit, whether it offers a load output, temperature compensation and remote monitoring and type: MPPT or PWM against the rest of your equipment before price enters the decision. Confirm the controller supports your battery chemistry with the right charge profile. Lithium, AGM, gel and flooded batteries need different absorption and float voltages.

Where can I buy Morningstar TriStar MPPT?

SolarBazaar lists and compares equipment rather than selling it. Use the specifications and price here to shortlist, then buy through an authorised distributor or installer — buying in-channel is what keeps the manufacturer's warranty valid.

Reviews

No reviews yet

Be the first to review this product.