Trace Charge Controllers for your Solar Power System

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Charge Controllers

More power. Longer life.

Trace Engineering has long been an industry leader in the area of solar electric controls. Trace brings microprocessor technology to solar (PV) charge controls, with pulse-width modulated C12, C40, C60 and C35 charge controllers. Ensure more power and longer life to your batteries. These new smart controllers are setting a new standard.

C12: 12 Amp PWM Charge or Load / Auto Lighting Controller

C12

12 Amp 3 stage Solar Charge, DC Load and Auto Lighting Controller.
The C12 has a LED status light displaying both charging functions and battery charge state at a glance. This controller is used worldwide in a variety of applications, including remote village lighting systems and automatic outdoor lighting in Africa, Latin America, and Asia. The DC disconnect function of the C12 will disconnect DC loads if batteries reach low-voltage conditions. A simple one-time reconnect turns power back on for ten minutes. An optional temperature sensor for the C12, ensures precise battery charging regardless of battery temperature fluctuations.

C12 specifications: The C12's field configurability and feature packed design makes it the only small PV controller you need!

Photovoltaic Charge Controller

Silent, solid state, series pulse width modulated (PWM) 3-stage charging - (bulk, absorb, & float).

Field adjustable setpoints with removable knobs to reduce tampering (bulk range: 13.0 to 17.0 VDC).

Electronic short circuit, overload, overtemperature and reverse polarity protection improves reliability.

Automatic reset of overload protection system--eliminates problems of tripped breakers/blown fuses.

High efficiency, "No diode" design without electronics in the negative conductors (as per NEC code).

Optional plug-in/replaceable temperature compensation sensor --ideal for sealed batteries.

Continous rating of 12 amps @ 113°F /45°C and 8 amps @ 150°F/65°C for severe environments.

Designed for 15 amps of short-circuit PV array current (typically about four 50 watt modules).

Two stage lightning and surge suppression through both active and passive protection components.

Equalize mode (@ bulk+1DC for 2 hours) with auto activation every 30 days or if LVD is reached. This function is defeatable.

DC Load Controller

Automatic low voltage disconnect (LVD) with adjustable setpoint (LVD range 10.5 to 12.5 VDC).

Automatic low voltage reconnect (LVR) with adjustable setpoint (LVR range 12.0 to 14.0 VDC).

Selectable automatic or manuals reconnection of loads after low voltage disconnect accurs.

Electronic short-circuit, overload, overtemperature and reverse polarity protection improves reliability.

Continous rating of 12 amps @ 113°F /45°C and 8 amps @ 150°F/65°C for severe environments.

Low voltage disconnect warning system--blinks loads on-off-on when the battery voltage is below the low voltage disconnect setting after a two minute delay. Loads are then disconnected after a 5 minute additional time delay unless loads have been reduced and voltage has risen above the low voltage disconnect setpoint.

Manual reset switch on bottom of enclosure allows one-time 10 minute grace period for operation of DC loads after reset has accurred. Additional pushes have no effect until voltage reaches the low voltage

reconnect setting.

Automatic Lighting Controller

Automatic control of lighting systems with night time detection by using the PV array as a photocell.

Adjustable run duration from 2 to 8 hours or "dusk to dawn" all night operation of lights, unless LVD is

reached.

Electronic short-circuit, overload, overtemperature and reverse polarity protection improves reliability.

Continous rating of 12 amps @ 113°F /45°C and 8 amps @ 150°F/65°C for severe environments.

Manual reset switch on bottom of enclosure allows testing of lights during daytime or after LVD has

occured.

Applications:

Village Power

Cabin/Vacation Homes

Outdoor Area Lighting

Sign Lighting

Bus Shelters

Telecommunication

Size:

6.05" H x 4.3" W x 1.5" D
16.5 cm x 11 cm x 4 cm

C35, C40 & C60: PWM Charge or Load Controllers

At a glance... C35: 35 Amp, 12 or 24 VDC field selectable, multi stage, PWM solar charge controller OR DC load controller OR diversion controller, with status LED, electronic overcurrent protection, manual and automatic equalization mode, and adjustable setpoints.

C40: 40 Amp 12, 24 or 48 VDC field selectable, multi stage, PWM solar charge controller OR DC load controller OR diversion controller, with status LED, electronic overcurrent protection, manual and automatic equalization mode, and adjustable setpoints.

C60: 60 Amp, 12 or 24 VDC field selectable, multi stage, PWM solar charge controller OR DC load controller OR diversion controller, with status LED, electronic overcurrent protection, manual and automatic equalization mode, and adjustable setpoints.

Model	C35		C40			C60
Voltage Configurations	12 VDC	24 VDC	12 VDC	24 VDC	48 VDC	12 VDC	24 VDC
Maximum PV Array Open Circuit	55 VDC	55 VDC	125 VDC	125 VDC	125 VDC	55 VDC	55 VDC
Charging/Load Current @ 25 °C	35 amps DC continuous		40 amps DC continuous			60 amps DC Continuous
Recommended Breaker Size With Recommended Wire Size in Conduit	60 amps DC, #6 AWG		60 amps DC, #6 AWG			60 amps DC (100% continuous duty cycle), #6 AWG (90 °C rated)
General specifications
Maximum Peak Current Maximum Voltage Drop Total Current Consumption Charge Regulation Method	85 amps intermittently-electronically protected 0.30 volts -charge control mode While operating - 15 ma (typical), at idle - 3 ma (tare) Solid state, 3-stage (Bulk, Absorption and Float) Pulse Width Modulation (PWM).
Regulation Adjustment Settings	Charge Control Mode Setup for:
Lead Acid Battery	12 Volt Configuration: Float 12.5 - 14.5 VDC Bulk 13.0 - 15.0 VDC EQ +1 VDC above Bulk		24 Volt Configuration: Float 25.0 - 29.0 VDC Bulk 26.0 - 30.0 VDC EQ +2 VDC above Bulk			48 Volt Configuration: Float 50.0 - 58.0 VDC Bulk 52.0 - 60.0 VDC EQ +4 VDC above Bulk
NiCad Type Battery (VDC above adjustment setting)	Float or Bulk (add 2 VDC)		Float or Bulk (add 4 VDC)			Float or Bulk (add 8 VDC)
Load Control Mode	Low Voltage Reconnect (LVR) - Subtract 1 V (for 12 VDC systems), 2V (for 24 VDC systems), and 4 V (for 48 VDC systems) from the Bulk setting. Low Voltage Disconnect (LVD) - Subtract 2 V (for 12 VDC systems), 4 V (for 24 VDC systems), and 8V (for 48 VDC systems) from Float setting.
Standard Features
Status Indicator	Multicolor LED indicates the operating/battery voltage status
Low Voltage disconnect (Load Control Mode)	User selectable manual or automatic reconnection - includes warning flash before disconnect and provides a "grace" period.
Equalization Charge (Charge Control Mode)	User selectable manual or automatic equalization (every 30 days)
Short Circuit Protection	Fully electronically protected with auto-reset
Field Adjustable Control Setpoints (test points provided for high accruacy)	Two user adjustable voltage setpoints for control of loads or charging sources (settings retained if battery is disconnected)
Options
LCD Meter Panel (CM, CMR/25 CMR/50, CMR/100)	Back-lit, 2-line, 32 character, alpha numeric liquid crystal display panel for remote (CMR/XX) or front mounting (CM) on the C Series controller. CMR/25 includes 25' (7.5 m) of cable. CMR/50 includes 50' (15 m) of cable, CMR/100 includes 100' (30 m) of cable. Displays: battery voltage, DC amperage, cumulative amp hours, amp hours since last reset.
External Battery Temperature Sensor (BTS/15, BTS/35)	Provides automatic adjustmentt of the charge control setpoints to the battery temperature. BTS/15 is supplied with 15' (4.5 m) of cable, BTS/35 cable length is 35' (11 m)
Physical
Enclosure Type	Indoor, ventilated, powder-coated steel with 3/4" and 1" knockouts
Specified Temperature Range	32 to 104 °F (0 to +40 °C)
Allowed Temperature Range	-67 to 167 °F (-55 to +75 °C)
Altitude Limit (operating)	15,000 feet (5,000 meters)
Altitude Limit (non-operating)	50,000 feet (16,000 meters)
Dimensions (H x W x D)	C35: 8" x 5" x 2.5" (20.3 cm x 12.7 cm x 6.35 cm) C40, C60: 10" x 5" x 2.5" (25.4 cm x 12.7 cm x 6.35 cm)
Mounting	Vertical Wall Mount
Weight (Controller only)	C35: 2.5 lbs (1.2 kg), C40: 3.0 lbs (1.4 kg), C60: 3.0 lbs (1.4 kg)
Weight (Shipping)	C35: 3.0 lbs (1.4 kg), C40: 3.5 lbs (1.6 kg), C60: 3.5 lbs (1.6 kg)
Certifications	UL Listed to UL 1741 and CSA 22.2 107.1-95. CE Compliant, Designed to CTIK Standards.
Warranty	All C35, C40 and C60 controllers are warrantied for two years against defects in workmanship and materials.

C Series
A Controller for Virtually any DC Charging Source
The C40 has long been the mainstay of our charge controller line-up, its versatility and reliability have made it an industry standard. Now the C40 is joined by two companion controllers, the C35 and C60. All three of these fully solid state, microprocessor-driven controllers are UL and cUL listed. C Series controllers may be configured for PV battery charging, or DC load control or DC diversion operation. Whatever the charging source, a C Series controller is sure to meet your DC controller needs.

Standard Features
Silent Microprocessor Control
All C Series controllers have a powerful microprocessor at their core which increases system performance and maximizes battery life. They are fully solid state and operate silently.

PWM Charge Performance
C Series controllers all use Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) charging profiles which are designed to provide a full charge to your battery while, at the same time, minimize gassing which can shorten battery life.

3-Stage Battery Charging
All C Series controllers automatically initiate a 3-stage battery charging cycle. Bulk, Absorption, and Float modes are used to ensure that voltage and current settings accurately match the batteries’ actual state of charge. This means fast-as-possible charging and extended battery life. An auto equalize mode can be easily switched off when the controller is used with sealed batteries. C Series controllers are factory set for solar PV battery charging operation.

C40 and metering for solar power control and monitoring

C Series Controller.
C40 Model Shown with optional DVM

Field Adjustable
There are a number of field configurable, user adjustments for C Series controllers. C35 and C60’s can only be set for 12 or 24 VDC operation. The C40 may be configured for 12, 24 or 48 volt systems. Bulk and Float voltage set points are user adjustable which allows use with a wide variety of battery technologies including; flooded lead acid, gel, and absorbed glass mat. In addition, there are manually selectable settings for Nicad batteries.

DC Load Controller Mode
When used as a load controller, the C Series will automatically turn a DC load on or off at predetermined battery voltage settings. Both LVD (low voltage disconnect) and LVR (low voltage reconnect) set points are user adjustable.

DC Diversion Mode
In this mode, all power, which is not used to maintain a full charge on the batteries, is diverted to a “load dump” such as water or space heaters. Diversion mode is used to regulate microhydro and wind turbine systems which need a constant load.

LED Status Indicator
A simple to read, multi-color LED indicates operating status and is standard on all C Series controllers.

UL and cUL Listed
C Series controllers are listed by UL to exacting UL 1741 and cUL CSA 22.2 107.1-95 standards. C Series controllers are also CE compliant (European countries) and are designed to CTIK standards (Australia). Their current ratings are “real world” and do not have to be derated to comply with USA NEC 125% overcurrent requirements.

Optional Features
LCD Digital Display
CM, CMR/25, CMR/50 or CMR/100—A back-lit meter which continuously displays: battery voltage, DC amperage, cumulative amp hours and amp hours since last reset. CM mounts on front of the controller. The remote meters CMR/25, CMR/50 and CMR/100 use simple plug-in connectors.
25 ft. (7.5 m), 50 ft. (15 m) or 100 ft.
(30 m) cable included.

Temperature Compensation
BTS/15 or BTS/35—Monitors battery temperature and adjusts charging voltage for maximum performance. A 15 ft. (4.5 m) or 35 ft. (11 m) cable with standard telephone type connectors is included.

Warranty
Two years workmanship and materials.

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