Morningstar Sunsaver Duo 12Volt 25Amp Two Battery Solar Controller with Remote Meter
Morningstar’s SunSaver Duo is an advanced PWM two battery controller for RV’s, caravans, boats and cottages. This product can charge two separate and isolated batteries at the same time, such as a “house” and an engine battery, based on user selectable priorities.
The SunSaver Duo employs Morningstar’s legendary SunSaver controller technology, whose long-term track record for high reliability and improved battery charging is well-recognized in the solar industry. This controller also includes a backlit remote meter which may be mounted in or on a wall, and displays digital and pictorial status information about the solar power system.
The SunSaver Duo is epoxy encapsulated for environmental protection, is user adjustable via DIP switch or connection to a personal computer, and has an optional remote temperature sensor.
Features
Two Battery Charging
Solar charge current is shared between the two batteries based on a user selectable priority. When one battery is fully
charged, all of the charge current flows to the other battery.
Provides Useful Information
The remote meter and LED’s display system status data and any system errors. Custom icons and back lighting make the meter easy to read and understand.
Lower Cost
Two battery charging eliminates the added cost of two separate solar charging systems and the need for isolation between the batteries.
Easy to Install
The controller is installed near the batteries using the clearly labeled large wire terminals. The remote meter may be mounted in the wall or on the wall using the included frame. Also includes the meter wiring with RJ-11 connector.
Longer Battery Life
Four stage series PWM pulse charging and temperature compensation increases the useful life of the batteries.
Extensive Electronic Protections
The controller will not be damaged by wiring mistakes during installation. There are no fuses to replace, and the controller will automatically re-set after a wiring mistake.
Highly Reliable
Epoxy encapsulation protects the controller against dust and high humidity. Efficient electronics and a conservative thermal design allow the controller to operate reliably at high temperatures. Five year warranty and estimated 15 year life.
Warranty
Technical Specifications
| Electrical Specifications |
| Rated solar input | 25 A |
| Battery voltage | 12 V |
| Min battery voltage | 1 V |
| Max battery voltage | 15 V |
| Max solar voltage | 30 V |
| Self consumption | Controller | 6 to 10 mA |
| Remote meter | 6 to 15 mA |
| Battery Charging |
| Regulation | Sealed battery | 14.1 V at 25 ºC |
| Flooded battery | 14.4 V at 25 ºC |
| Float voltage | 13.7 V |
| Equalization voltage | 14.8 V |
| Temp compensation | -30 mV per ºC (25 ºC reference) |
| Type of charging | Series PWM: 4 stage : bulk, PWM, float and equalize* |
| Battery charging priority | 90% / 10% ; 50% / 50% and customize via PC connection |
| Mechanical Characteristics |
| Controller | 17.0 x 5.6 x 4.1 cm |
| Meter | 9.7 x 9.7 x 3.1 cm |
| Meter back | 7.4 cm dia, 2.8 cm deep and Fits 7.6 cm round hole |
| Weight | Controller 340 g and Meter 135 g |
| Largest wire | 16 mm² |
| Meter wire | 10 m |
| Environmental |
| Operating ambient temperature | Controller | -40ºC to +45ºC |
| Meter | -20ºC to +60ºC |
| Humidity | 100% non-condensing |
| Tropicalization | Controller | Epoxy encapsulation Anodized aluminum case Corrosion resistant terminals |
| Meter | conformal coated printed circuit board |
| Meter Display |
| Backlighting | Push button activated |
| LED's | Charging status : Errors : Battery level |
| Display | Battery #1 & #2 voltage Battery charge priority Minimum / maximum voltages Solar charging amps / amp-hours Temperature Errors |
| Electronic Protections |
| Solar Short Circuit | Height temperature |
| Solar Over Current | Lighting |
| Reverse polarity | Reverse current at night |
*used on flooded battery only
Quality and Safety
- CE Compliant
- Manufactured in a certified ISO 9001 facility
Downloads and Manuals
This product was added to our catalog on Monday 01 October, 2007.