Victron SmartSolar MPPT 150/60-MC4 – MPPT 60A Photovoltaic Charge Controller

Victron SmartSolar MPPT 150/60-MC4 – MPPT 60A Photovoltaic Charge Controller

Victron SmartSolar MPPT 150/60-MC4 The Smartsolar mppt 150/60-mc4 by vitron Energy (mpn scc115060310), is part of the latest generation of smart solar controllers from the leading Dutch manufacturer. The controller manages the massive 60a of solar power and can work flexibly with 12/24/36/48v batteries. Ultra-fast power monitoring and automatic detection of power points in case of partial shading are just 2 of the many features of this new class of devices. The Smartsolar 150/60-mc4 is also available as a version with screw terminals on the solar side of the charge controller instead of mc4 plugs. In addition, this model is capable of parallel operation with other controllers of the same type.

Compared to the series BlueSolar, the Bluetooth module of the Smartsolar family is already built into the controller, which makes the smart dongle unnecessary for this device. Also new is the optionally available lcd display, which can simply be attached to the SmartSolar 150/60-mc4 as required. The screen then provides all the important information about the controller

Smart data communication via vE.Direct and Bluetooth lightning unit

Modern smartphones, tablets, Macbooks and other Apple and Android devices can be connected thanks to the permanently integrated Bluetooth module and the free victron Connect app. The app can then be used to configure many important functions of the SmartSolar 150/60-mc4. Of course, it also provides all the important parameters like the current solar performance in real time.

Automatic detection of the maximum power point in case of partial shading

In the case of partial shading, there may be two or more maximum power points (mppts) on the current-voltage curve. Conventional mppts tend to install to a local mpp. However, this may not be the optimal mpp. SmartSolar 150/60-mc4's innovative algorithm will always maximize energy efficiency by adjusting the optimal mpp.

SmartSolar 150/60-mc4 60a 12v 24v 36v 48v mppt key product features

• Vitron Energy part number: scc115060310
• Rated charging current 60a, maximum pv open circuit voltage 150v
• max pv power: 12v 860w / 24v 1720w / 48v 3440w
• automatic detection of mpp voltage in case of partial shading provides further performance improvement compared to “simple” mppt charge controller
• permanently integrated Bluetooth module for app-supported analysis and configuration of the controller (via the free victron app on compatible devices)
• optional LCD screen available
• high peak efficiency of 98
• Possibility of parallel operation with other 150/85 controllers
• adjustable constant charging voltage and float charging voltage
• Solar connection via two pairs of mc4 Solaraconnections and one AwG2 connection (35mm²)
• multi-stage and adaptive charging algorithm
• remote on/off capability via 2-pin plug
• Built-in temperature sensor balances maintenance and constant charging voltage depending on temperature

Latest generation high speed mpp-mc4 tracker

Especially under cloudy conditions, when light intensity is constantly changing, an ultra-fast mppt controller improves energy efficiency by up to 30% compared to PWM charge controllers and up to 10% compared to slower mppt controllers.

Extended electronic protection

• Battery reverse protection
• Reverse Current Locking Pv
• Device overheating protection
• Short circuit protection
• Protection against reverse polarity Pv connection

vE.Direct data communication port

vE.Direct in text mode transmits all important parameters to other devices connected to the charge controller every second, offering the ability to communicate with additional gx Color Control panel devices. The vE.Direct connection is intended for products where full Canbus integration (vE-Direct) would be too expensive. More information about vE.Direct can be found in our shop under the brand name vitron Energy.

Technical Characteristics Victron SmartSolar MPPT 150/60-MC4

How does Victron's MPPT technology work?

Victron's MPPT technology is based on a simple principle: when the sun shines, solar panels (photovoltaic panels) generate electricity. This electricity is then used to charge the batteries. When the sun goes down, the batteries provide power to the load.

MPPT stands for maximum power detection. It is an algorithm used to extract the maximum power from the solar panels (photovoltaic panels) and deliver it to the batteries. The MPPT algorithm continuously adjusts the operating voltage of the solar panel to ensure that maximum power is extracted from the panel and supplied to the batteries.

Victron's MPPT technology is designed to work in all climates and weather conditions. It has been tested and proven in some of the most extreme environments on Earth, from the Sahara Desert to Antarctica.