Description
SmartSolar 100A Charge Controller 250/100
Introduction
The SmartSolar 100A Charge Controller 250/100 by Victron Energy is an advanced solar charge controller that leverages cutting-edge technology to maximize energy harvesting from your solar panels. This intelligent device ensures that your batteries are charged efficiently and quickly, even under varying weather conditions. It is compatible with 12V, 24V, and 48V battery systems, making it a versatile choice for a wide range of solar energy setups.
Key Features
The SmartSolar 100A Charge Controller is equipped with ultra-fast Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) technology, which improves energy harvest by up to 30% compared to PWM charge controllers and up to 10% compared to slower MPPT controllers. This is particularly beneficial in cloudy conditions, where light intensity changes continuously. The advanced MPPT algorithm ensures maximum energy harvest by locking onto the optimum power point, even in cases of partial shading.
This charge controller offers a high maximum efficiency of over 99%, with no cooling fan required. It features extensive electronic protection, including over-temperature protection, PV short circuit protection, and PV reverse polarity protection. The device is fully programmable and supports multiple battery chemistries, such as lead-acid and lithium. Additionally, it includes eight pre-programmed charge algorithms, selectable via a rotary switch.
Remote Monitoring and Control
The SmartSolar 100A Charge Controller can be remotely monitored and controlled using Bluetooth via the VictronConnect App. This allows for easy setup, management, and real-time monitoring of battery voltage and current, PV voltage and current, and historical data. The controller is also equipped with VE.Can and VE.Direct interfaces for wired data connections to GX products, PCs, or other devices. Up to 25 units can be synchronized using VE.Can, and up to 10 units with Bluetooth, enabling parallel operation and synchronized charging stages.
Load Output and Daisy Chaining
The charge controller features configurable load output, allowing you to set the voltage at which the SmartSolar disconnects a load. It also supports daisy chaining with additional VE.Can SmartSolar chargers. This enables communication and synchronization between units, ensuring efficient and coordinated charging. The combined data from all units can be sent to a GX monitoring device via a single cable, providing comprehensive system monitoring and control.
Technical Specifications
The SmartSolar 100A Charge Controller is built to withstand harsh environmental conditions, with an operating temperature range of -30 to +60°C and humidity tolerance up to 95%, non-condensing. It is designed for indoor, unconditioned environments and can operate at altitudes up to 5000 meters. The controller features a rugged IP43 protection category for electronic components and IP22 for the connection area, ensuring durability and reliability in various settings.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Battery Voltage | 12/24/48V Auto Select (36V: manual) |
| Rated Charge Current | 100 A |
| Nominal PV Power, 12 V | 1450 W |
| Nominal PV Power, 24 V | 2900 W |
| Nominal PV Power, 48 V | 5800 W |
| Max. PV Short Circuit Current | 70 A (max 30 A per MC4 conn.) |
| Maximum PV Open Circuit Voltage | 250 V absolute maximum, 245 V start-up and operating maximum |
| Maximum Efficiency | 99% |
| Self-Consumption | Less than 35 mA @ 12 V / 20 mA @ 48 V |
| Charge Voltage ‘Absorption’ | Default setting: 14.4 / 28.8 / 43.2 / 57.6 V (adjustable) |
| Charge Voltage ‘Float’ | Default setting: 13.8 / 27.6 / 41.4 / 55.2 V (adjustable) |
| Charge Voltage ‘Equalization’ | Default setting: 16.2 / 32.4 / 48.6 / 64.8 V (adjustable) |
| Charge Algorithm | Multi-stage adaptive (pre-programmed algorithms) or user defined |
| Temperature Compensation | -16 mV / -32 mV / -64 mV / °C |
| Protection | PV reverse polarity / Output short circuit / Over temperature |
| Operating Temperature | -30 to +60°C (full rated output up to 40°C) |
| Humidity | 95%, non-condensing |
| Maximum Altitude | 5000 m (full rated output up to 2000 m) |
| Environmental Condition | Indoor, unconditioned |
| Pollution Degree | PD3 |
| Data Communication | VE.Can, VE.Direct, and Bluetooth |
| Remote On/Off | Yes (2 pole connector) |
| Programmable Relay | DPST AC rating: 240 VAC / 4 A, DC rating: 4 A up to 35 VDC, 1 A up to 60 VDC |
| Parallel Operation | Yes, synchronized operation with VE.Can (max. 25 units) or Bluetooth (max. 10 units) |
| Colour | Blue (RAL 5012) |
| PV Terminals | 35 mm² / AWG2 (Tr models), Three pairs of MC4 connectors (MC4 models) |
| Battery Terminals | 35mm² / AWG2 |
| Protection Category | IP43 (electronic components), IP22 (connection area) |
| Weight | 4.5 kg |
| Dimensions (h x w x d) in mm | Tr models: 216 x 295 x 103, MC4 models: 246 x 295 x 103 |
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