Victron SmartSolar MPPT 150/60-Tr solar controller

Victron Energy SmartSolar MPPT 150/60-Tr – 60 A solar charge controller

The Victron Energy SmartSolar MPPT 150/60-Tr is an intelligent solar charge controller with ultra-fast Maximum Power Point Tracking for efficiently converting available PV energy into battery charge. It continuously tracks the panels’ optimum operating point to maximise energy harvest, including under changing light conditions and partial shading.

The controller delivers up to 60 A of charging current and accepts PV input voltages up to 150 V. Built-in Bluetooth enables configuration, monitoring and firmware updates through VictronConnect, while the VE.Direct interface supports integration with other Victron Energy equipment.

Key benefits

• Ultra-fast MPPT tracking for maximum solar energy utilisation.
• Charging current of up to 60 A.
• Suitable for 12, 24, 36 and 48 V battery systems; 12, 24 and 48 V are selected automatically, while 36 V is selected manually.
• Maximum PV voltage of 150 V; maximum start-up and operating voltage of 145 V.
• Rated PV power up to 860 W at 12 V, 1720 W at 24 V, 2580 W at 36 V and 3440 W at 48 V.
• Peak efficiency of up to 98%.
• Adaptive multi-stage charging with eight pre-programmed algorithms or a fully user-defined charging algorithm.
• Protection against PV reverse polarity, output short circuit and overheating.
• Parallel operation of multiple controllers is supported, although they are not synchronised.
• Built-in programmable relay for controlling external equipment.

Applications

Suitable for off-grid and hybrid solar systems, campervans and caravans, boats and marine installations, professional vehicles, remote locations and stationary energy-storage systems. The Tr version uses screw-type PV terminals for secure cable connections.

Technical specifications

• Manufacturer: Victron Energy
• Model: SmartSolar MPPT 150/60-Tr
• SKU: SCC115060211
• Type: MPPT solar charge controller
• Nominal battery voltage: 12/24/36/48 V
• Voltage selection: automatic for 12/24/48 V; manual for 36 V
• Maximum charging current: 60 A
• Maximum PV voltage: 150 V absolute maximum under the coldest conditions; 145 V maximum for start-up and operation
• Maximum PV short-circuit current: 50 A
• Rated PV power at 12 V: 860 W
• Rated PV power at 24 V: 1720 W
• Rated PV power at 36 V: 2580 W
• Rated PV power at 48 V: 3440 W
• Peak efficiency: 98%
• No-load consumption: less than 35 mA at 12 V; less than 20 mA at 48 V
• Charging algorithm: adaptive multi-stage; 8 pre-programmed algorithms or user-defined algorithm
• Charging stages: Bulk, Absorption, Float
• Temperature compensation: -16/-32/-64 mV/°C according to system voltage
• Default Absorption voltages: 14.4/28.8/43.2/57.6 V
• Default Float voltages: 13.8/27.6/41.4/55.2 V
• Default Equalization voltages: 16.2/32.4/48.6/64.8 V; disabled by default
• PV terminals: screw terminals for cables up to 35 mm²/AWG2
• Battery terminals: for cables up to 35 mm²/AWG2
• Protection rating: IP43 for electronic components; IP22 for the connection area
• Operating temperature: -30°C to +60°C; full rated output up to +40°C
• Maximum altitude: 5000 m; full rated output up to 2000 m
• Humidity: 95%, non-condensing
• Relay: DPST; up to 4 A at 240 VAC, up to 4 A at 35 VDC and up to 1 A at 60 VDC
• Dimensions: 200 × 250 × 95 mm
• Weight: 3.0 kg
• Colour: blue RAL 5012
• Safety standards: EN/IEC 62109-1, UL 1741, CSA C22.2

Connectivity and control

• Built-in Bluetooth for setup, monitoring and firmware updates through the VictronConnect app.
• VE.Direct port for communication with Victron Energy devices and accessories.
• VE.Smart Networking support with compatible devices such as Smart Battery Sense or a Bluetooth battery monitor.
• Remote on/off via a 2-pole terminal.
• Compatible with the optional SmartSolar Control display.
• Parallel operation of multiple controllers is supported; the controllers are not synchronised.