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# Morningstar Corporation > The world's leading solar controllers and inverters. --- ## Pages - [Network Video Recorders (NVR’s), Digital Video Recorders (DVR’s), and Network Switches](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/nvrs-dvrs-switches/): Contact us if you are a manufacturer / supplier or a property manager / construction company and you have questions... - [PoE Injectors](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/poe-injectors/): Contact us if you are a manufacturer / supplier or a property manager / construction company and you have questions... - [WiFi Access Points and Bridges](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/wifi-access-points-and-bridges/): Contact us if you are a manufacturer / supplier or a property manager / construction company and you have questions... - [Backup Power Systems for Security and Surveillance](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/backup-power-systems-for-security-surveillance/): Contact us if you are a manufacturer / supplier or a property manager / construction company and you have questions... - [Two-Way Radio Communications](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/two-way-radio-communications/): Contact us if you are a manufacturer / supplier or a property manager / construction company and you have questions... - [Power Over Ethernet (PoE) Cameras](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/poe-cameras/): Contact us if you are a camera manufacturer / supplier or a property manager / construction company and you have... - [IP Enabled Cameras](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/ip-enabled-cameras/): Contact us if you are a camera manufacturer / supplier or a property manager / construction company and you have... - [Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ) Cameras](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/pan-tilt-zoom-cameras/): Contact us if you are a camera manufacturer / supplier or a property manager / construction company and you have... - [Mobile Security/Surveillance Trailers (MST’s)](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/mobile-security-surveillance-trailers-msts/): Contact us if you are a camera manufacturer / supplier or a property manager / construction company and you have... - [Marketing Resources for Distributor/Reseller Partners](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/marketing-resources-for-distributor-reseller-partners/): This page contains resources and best practices for accessing and using Morningstar’s digital marketing resources. It’s best to first click... - [Blog](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/blog/) - [United States](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/united-states/) - [Industrial Off Grid Power Systems](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/industrial-off-grid-power-systems/): Industrial Off Grid Power Systems Are you tired of relying on unreliable power sources for your industrial operations? Do power... - [LiveView Videos](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/kiosk/liveview-videos/): Watch the videos below to get a better understanding about Liveview - [LiveView Demo](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/kiosk/liveview-demo/): Click Here to Access the LiveView 2. 0 Demo - [Products](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/kiosk/products/): SureSine SureSine Classic GenStar MPPT TriStar MPPT 600V TriStar MPPT ProStar MPPT SunSaver MPPT ProStar TriStar SunKeeper SunSaver Duo SunLight... - [Projects](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/kiosk/projects/): Lighting Oil and Gas Railroad Residential Rural Electrification RV Caravan Security Telecom All Projects - [Kiosk](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/kiosk/): Products Projects LiveView Videos LiveView Demo Scan the QR Code above to be registered as an attendee of Morningstar’s Booth... - [Solar Charge Controller Request for Proposal Templates](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/solar-charge-controller-request-for-proposal-templates/): Request for Proposal (RFP) Templates to Streamline Solar Charge Controller Procurement Procuring the right solar charge controller is crucial for... - [Energy Storage Partner Program](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/energy-storage-partner-program/): Morningstar’s Energy Storage Partner™ program (ESP) is an ongoing collaboration with lithium and other advanced chemistry/technology battery brands to create... - [Pakistan](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/pakistan/): Solar Charge Controller & Inverter Distributors in Germany Thank you for your interest in Morningstar Corporation, the world’s leading supplier... - [Peru](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/peru/): Solar Charge Controller & Inverter Distributors in Germany Thank you for your interest in Morningstar Corporation, the world’s leading supplier... - [Peru-ES](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/peru-es/) - [Puerto Rico](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/puerto-rico/): Solar Charge Controller & Inverter Distributors in Germany Thank you for your interest in Morningstar Corporation, the world’s leading supplier... - [Puerto Rico-ES](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/puerto-rico-es/) - [Zimbabwe](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/zimbabwe/): Solar Charge Controller & Inverter Distributors in Germany Thank you for your interest in Morningstar Corporation, the world’s leading supplier... - [Fiji](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/fiji/): Solar Charge Controller & Inverter Distributors in Germany Thank you for your interest in Morningstar Corporation, the world’s leading supplier... - [Switzerland](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/switzerland/): Solar Charge Controller & Inverter Distributors in Germany Thank you for your interest in Morningstar Corporation, the world’s leading supplier... - [Switzerland-ch](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/schweiz/): Solar Charge Controller & Inverter Distributors in Germany Thank you for your interest in Morningstar Corporation, the world’s leading supplier... - [Become a Distributor/Reseller](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/become-a-distributor-reseller/) - [Become an OEM Partner](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/become-an-oem-partner/): We appreciate your interest in becoming a Morningstar OEM Partner. Please complete the form below so we can determine how... - [Chile](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/chile/) - [Chile-ES](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/chile-es/) - [Malaysia](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/malaysia/) - [Philippines](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/philippines/) - [Singapore](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/singapore/) - [Viet Nam](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/viet-nam/) - [Become an Authorized Reseller](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/become-an-authorized-reseller/) - [New Zealand](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/new-zealand/) - [Bolivia](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/bolivia/) - [Bolivia-ES](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/bolivia-es/) - [Ecuador](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/ecuador/) - [Ecuador-ES](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/ecuador-es/) - [India](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/india/) - [Thailand](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/thailand/) - [The Netherlands](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/netherlands/) - [Argentina](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/argentina/) - [Argentina-ES](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/argentina-es/) - [Poland](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/poland/) - [Namibia](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/namibia/) - [Spain](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/spain/) - [España](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/espana/) - [Canada](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/canada/) - [Brazil](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/brazil/) - [Brasil](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/brasil/) - [China](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/china/) - [Japan](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/japan/) - [Taiwan](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/taiwan/) - [United Arab Emirates](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/united-arab-emirates/) - [France](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/france/) - [France-FR](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/france-fr/) - [Italy](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/italy/) - [Italia](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/italia/) - [Mexico](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/mexico-en/) - [Mexico-ES](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/mexico-es/) - [United Kingdom](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/united-kingdom/) - [South Africa](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/south-africa/) - [Australia](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/australia/) - [SureSineModelGuide](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/suresinemodelguide/) - [MORNINGSTAR APP PRIVACY POLICY](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/morningstar-app-privacy-policy/): MORNINGSTAR APP PRIVACY POLICY Last updated May 03, 2023 This privacy notice for Morningstar Corporation (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our“),... - [Solarladeregler](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/deutschland/): Solar Charge Controller & Inverter Distributors in Germany Thank you for your interest in Morningstar Corporation, the world’s leading supplier... - [World-Wide Morningstar Distributors/Resellers](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/international/): Morningstar products are available in every country of the world. Click on your country below to contact a distributor/reseller who... - [Germany](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/germany/): Solar Charge Controller & Inverter Distributors in Germany Thank you for your interest in Morningstar Corporation, the world’s leading supplier... - [Register for Morningstar's Presentations at Intersolar North America 2023](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/register-morningstar-presentations-intersolar-north-america-2023/): SureSine Overview Where: Seaside Meeting Rooms, Room S4-A, Long Beach Convention CenterWhen: February 14>> Pick an available timeslot > Pick... - [GenStar MPPT Operation Manual in Deutsch, Espanol, or Francais](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/genstar-mppt-operation-manual-in-francais-deutsch-or-espanol/): Wenn sie uns Ihre E-Mail Adresse hinterlassen, informieren wir sie sobald die deutsche Version verfügbar ist. También puede enviar su... - [Essential Series](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/essential-series-components/): Essential Series is 100% Morningstar quality and technology, designed and manufactured by the same team, made more affordable and accessible... - [Professional Series](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/professional-series-components/): Our core product offering is the industry’s reference standard and the first choice of leading solar professionals. The Professional Series... - [ReadyBlock/ReadyRail Products & Accessories](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/accessories/): This page is a custom loop of all the products in the Accessories category. - [ReadyBlocks](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/readyblocks/): Making System Integration a Snap Along with its new flagship GenStar MPPT Solar DC Charging platform, Morningstar has taken an... - [New Integrated Series](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/integrated-series-components/): A truly “reimagined” Morningstar line delivering state-of-the-art power conversion, the Integrated Series represents Morningstar’s most forward-thinking research and development yet,... - [Careers](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/careers-2/): Connect Your Future to an Industry Leader! More than ever, the world depends on solar energy... Solar employs over a... - [New Products from Morningstar](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/new-products-fall-2022/): “The Morningstar of Inverters” The new SureSine off-grid inverter line is Morningstar’s response to the demand for “a Morningstar of... - [Federal Transparency in Health Insurance Coverage](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/federal-transparency-in-health-insurance-coverage/): This link leads to the machine-readable files that are made available in response to the federal Transparency in Coverage Rule... - [Morningstar Online Community Terms of Service](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/morningstar-online-community-terms-of-service/): Morningstar Online Community Terms of Service Personal Information and Authenticity All persons are required to submit authentic information when registering... - [Product Warranty](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/product-warranty/): warranty, product warranty - [Certifications](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/certifications/): Certifications, certs - [Case Studies](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/case-studies/): case study, case studies - [Trade Shows](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/trade-shows/): trade show, trade shows, tradeshow, tradeshows - [Parallel Charging Using Multiple Controllers With Separate PV Arrays](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/parallel-charging-using-multiple-controllers-separate-pv-arrays/): Large off-grid and battery backup PV systems, often require greater charging than a single controller can provide. To meet the... - [Warranty Information](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/warranty-information/): Morningstar’s Warranty Policy Click Here Australian CEC Auxiliary Warranty Click Here - [Solar Charge Controller & Inverter FAQ](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/faq/) - [Webinars](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/webinars/) - [Sitemap](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/sitemap/) - [Solar Power for the Digital Oilfield](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/solar-digital-oilfield-info/): Morningstar Appears In These Industry Publications Download the free guide to Solar Powered Industrial Systems - [How To Videos](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/how-to-videos/): video, videos - [Firmware](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/firmware/): This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below: Password: - [Software](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/software/): Morningstar Software - [Support FAQs](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/support/support-faqs/) - [Support Library](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/support/library/) - [Technical Support](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/support/): Browse topics below to find what you want. - [Charge Controller Family Directory](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/charge-controller-family-guide/): Morningstar’s charge controller family is made up of ten product lines in two series: Professional – Legendary reliability and performance... - [Applications](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/applications/): Morningstar products are used in a wide variety of off-grid solar, hybrid renewable energy, and battery backup power applications. See... - [Morningstar Privacy Policy](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/morningstar-privacy-policy/): Morningstar Privacy Policy Scope of this Policy This policy governs all personally identifiable information collected by Morningstar Corporation and includes,... - [Signup for Email Updates](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/updates/subscribe-2/) - [Updates](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/updates/): This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below: Password: - [Solar Charge Controllers](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/solar-charge-controllers/): What is a solar charge controller? A solar charge controller is a solar-powered voltage and current regulator. They are used... - [Leadership](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/company/leadership/) - [SNMP Monitoring and Morningstar Products](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/snmp-and-morningstar-products/): What is SNMP? Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) is an internet standard protocol that is used to manage and monitor... - [Contact](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/contact/): What would you like to contact us about? - [Retrofitting Grid-tied Solar Systems for Backup Power](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/retrofitting-grid-tied-solar-systems-backup-power/): “Morningstar’s DC Coupled backup solution for grid-tied solar systems is a game changer. Now people can use the PV array... - [Telecommunications Solar Success Primer](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/telecommunications-primer/): For 25 years Morningstar has been supplying solar charge controllers to regulate batteries in off-grid telecommunications projects throughout the world.... - [Oil and Gas Primer](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/oil-gas-primer/): As counter-intuitive as it might sound, the fossil-fuel industry—particularly oil and gas— depends on renewable energy to provide cost-effective, dependable... - [Home Page](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/): What Makes Morningstar Different? Click Here What Is Off-Grid Solar? Click Here What Makes Morningstar Different? Click Here What Is... - [Who We Are](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/who-we-are/): Where we started When co-founders Ken Gerken and Lee Gordon were laying the groundwork for a second successful start-up over... - [Support-Downloads](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/support-downloads/): This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below: Password: - [DIP Switch Settings Document](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/technical-documents/dip-switch-settings-document/): Click on the links below to access information about charge control, lighting control, load control, and diversion control for applicable... - [Relay Driver Overview and Applications](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/technical-documents/relay-driver-overview-applications/): Describes Basic and Advanced Settings for common and alternative/novel uses for the Relay driver (RD-1). Click here to download and... - [Contact Us](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/contact/contact-us/) - [Become an Authorized Distributor](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/become-an-authorized-distributor/): Interested in becoming a Morningstar distributor? Please answer the questions in the authorized Morningstar Distributor Application form below to qualify,... - [How to Buy - OEM Partners](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/how-to-buy-oem/): We appreciate your interest in becoming a Morningstar OEM Partner. Please complete the form below so we can determine how... - [How to Buy](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/how-to-buy/) - [White Papers](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/white-papers/): Higher Voltage PERC and Half-Cell Solar PV Modules The introduction of new PERC PV and half-cell technology has not only... - [Technical Documents](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/technical-documents/): Zabbix SNMP Monitoring User Guidefor Morningstar Devices Zabbix is an open-source monitoring software tool for diverse IT components, including networks,servers,... - [Charging Lithium Ion Batteries with Solar](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/lithium-batteries/): Lithium-Ion Batteries Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion or LIB) Types: Lithium Iron Phosphate (“LFP”, LiFePO4) Lithium Iron Magnesium Phosphate (LiFeMgPO4) Lithium Manganese Oxide... - [Product Registration](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/product-registration/): Registering your product helps to: Improve technical support Enable delivery of product/firmware updates Establish your record of ownership Expedite warranty... - [High Power MPPT Solar Charge Controller Request for Proposal (RFP) Template](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/technical-documents/high-power-solar-charge-controller-rfp-template/): High Power MPPT Off-Grid Solar System Proposal Choosing the right charge controller is one of the most important decisions associated... - [Mid-Range MPPT Solar Charge Controller Request for Proposal (RFP) Template](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/technical-documents/mid-range-solar-charge-controller-rfp-template/): Mid-Range MPPT Solar Charge Controller RFP Template Choosing the right charge controller is one of the most important decisions associated... - [ProStar Gen2 & Gen3](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/prostargen2andgen3/): The ProStar™ is a leading mid-range pulse width modulation (PWM) solar charge controller that was upgraded from the Gen2 to... - [Adjusting Morningstar Data Log File for Your Time Zone](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/technical-documents/adjusting-morningstar-data-log-file-time-zone/): When retrieving Internal Log Data from a controller or creating a Data Log file with the data logging feature of... - [Types of Lead Acid Batteries & How to Charge Them](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/lead-acid-batteries/): Types of Lead Acid Batteries (PbSO4) Flooded Sealed or VRLA (Valve Regulated Lead–Acid) AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat) Gel (Gelled Electrolytes)... - [Morningstar Best Practices By Battery Chemistry](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/morningstar-best-practices-battery-chemistry/): Solar Charge Controller Best Practices by Battery Chemistry All Morningstar charge controllers offer complete multi-stage charging profiles for Lead Acid... - [Product Catalogs](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/product-catalogs/): Click on the links below to access Morningstar’s Product Catalog in English, German, French, or Spanish. Morningstar Product Catalog in... - [Advantages of Morningstar’s DC Coupling vs AC Coupling Whitepaper](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/advantages-morningstars-dc-coupling-vs-ac-coupling-whitepaper/): Advantages of Morningstar’s 600VDC Direct Charge Controller Transfer System vs. AC coupling for Grid-Tied battery Backup Make the Switch! ...... - [Testimonials](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/testimonials/): “Our amateur radio club has been using Morningstar charge controllers for over a decade in our off-grid amateur radio and... - [Careers](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/careers/): Connect Your Future to an Industry Leader! More than ever, the world depends on solar energy... Solar employs over a... - [History](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/company/history/): The History of Morningstar For over 30 years, we have remained steadfast in helping to create a more sustainable world... - [Compare Products](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/compare-products/) - [Company](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/company/): Leadership With well over 4 million products sold in over 100 countries since 1993—functioning in some of the most extreme... --- ## Posts - [Genstar™ 4.0: The Charge Controller, Reimagined](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/genstar-4-0-the-charge-controller-reimagined/): The Entire System, Integrated Introducing Genstar™ 4. 0—the next evolution of the Genstar platform, with enhanced connectivity, integration, and system... - [Oversizing Your PV Array with Morningstar MPPT Controllers](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/oversizing-your-pv-array-with-morningstar-mppt-controllers/): About Oversizing The term “oversizing” in the context of solar energy systems involves sizing up your Solar Array with more... - [Off-Grid PV System Load Control: Electronic Load Protections and Problematic Loads](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/electronic-load-protections-and-problematic-loads/): Morningstar controllers include many electronic protections including load protections. This includes overcurrent, short circuit and high voltage disconnect (HVD) protections.... - [Off-Grid PV System Load Control: Equipment Self Consumption and Prioritized Loads](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/off-grid-pv-system-load-control-equipment-self-consumption-and-prioritized-loads/): Equipment Self Consumption An important consideration regarding LVD/ LSOCD settings is the self-consumption of the solar charge controller(s), load controller(s)... - [Off-Grid PV System Load Control: Morningstar Load Control Device Selection and Configuration](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/off-grid-pv-system-load-control-morningstar-load-control-device-selection-and-configuration/): Morningstar provides load control options through solar controllers with built-in load control and stand-alone load control devices. Some controllers have... - [Off-Grid PV System Load Control: Load Current Compensation (LCC) Load Control Settings](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/load-current-compensation-lcc-load-control-settings/): The two main factors that affect the accuracy of SOC with LVD/LVR settings are the discharge rate and battery cell... - [Off-Grid PV System Load Control: When to disconnect loads and why?](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/off-grid-pv-system-load-control-when-to-disconnect-loads-and-why/): Of the utmost importance for load control is to never allow the battery to be completely discharged. This can do... - [Off-Grid PV System Load Control: System Sizing and PSOC](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/off-grid-pv-system-load-control-system-sizing-and-psoc/): System Sizing Overview and Partial State of Charge (PSOC) Morningstar controllers and inverters are often used in autonomous off-grid systems;... - [Off-Grid PV System Load Control: Off-Grid Uptime](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/off-grid-pv-system-load-control-off-grid-uptime/): Overview Effective charging, system management capabilities, and long-term reliability are often the primary aspects that are considered when deciding on... - [Four Things You Might Not Know You Could Do With The Relay Driver](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/four-things-you-might-not-know-you-could-do-with-the-relay-driver/): Adding a Relay driver to your system adds functionality that improves your control over the system. The Relay Driver reads... - [Charge Controller Settings for LiFePO4 batteries](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/charge-controller-settings-for-lifepo4-batteries/): If you are looking for the proper PWM or MPPT charge controller settings for Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) Batteries, we... - [What is TAA Compliance and Do Morningstar Products Qualify?](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/what-is-taa-compliance-and-do-morningstar-products-qualify/): What is TAA Compliance and Do Morningstar Products Qualify? – 6/1/2024 Recently, we have received a lot of questions about... - [Why Doesn’t My Charge Controller Work When I Connect It To My PV Array?](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/why-doesnt-my-charge-controller-work-when-i-connect-it-to-my-pv-array/): It is recommended that you connect components in the following order: - Battery to solar charge controller - PV array... - [What Size Solar Charge Controller Do You Need?](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/what-size-solar-charge-controller-do-you-need/): A solar charge controller, also known as a charge regulator, plays a crucial role in managing the charging and discharging... - [ReadyShunt Enables Accurate Battery State of Charge (SOC) Measurements](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/readyshunt-accurately-measures-battery-state-of-charge-soc/): ReadyShunt Enables Accurate Battery State of Charge (SOC) Measurements – 9/20/2023 While battery voltage has been used for many years... - [Adjusting Charge Controller Settings to Battery Manufacturer Recommendations](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/adjusting-charge-controller-settings-to-battery-manufacturer-recommendations/): Many consumers and installers indicate that they do not adjust their solar charge controller’s absorption, float, and equalization settings according... - [Tech Tip: Custom Programming for Lithium Batteries](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/tech-tip-custom-programming-for-lithium-batteries/): Lithium battery applications were few and far between when Morningstar controllers became a standard used throughout the solar industry over... - [Tech Tip: Basic System Sizing Design Concepts](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/tech-tip-basic-system-sizing-design-concepts/): Basic System Sizing Design Concepts – 7/5/2022 A couple of basic principles that form the foundation of system sizing are:... - [How often do controllers evaluate and determine the maximum power point?](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/tech-tip-how-often-morningstar-charge-controllers-determine-the-maximum-power-point/): During our April Controllers & Inverters Overview webinar, one of the attendees asked “How often do Morningstar MPPT controllers evaluate... - [Best Battery Chemistry for Off-Grid Solar Applications](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/best-battery-chemistry-for-off-grid-solar-applications/): Deep cycle batteries designed to provide consistent power for long durations should be used in off-grid solar applications. as opposed... - [Tech Tip: Design Factors for Lead Acid Batteries](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/tech-tip-design-factors-for-lead-acid-batteries/): Primary Design Factors for Lead Acid Batteries By Steve Bell, Technical Support Specialist In a previous Tech Tip, the relationship... - [Tech Tip: Operating Principles for Lead Acid Batteries](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/tech-tip-operating-principles-for-lead-acid-batteries/): Basic Operation Principles for Lead Acid Batteries By Steve Bell, Technical Support Specialist Batteries are one of the most important... - [From Our Webinar: Off-Grid Solar in Hazardous Locations](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/from-our-webinar-off-grid-solar-in-hazardous-locations/): Each month, we host a live webinar featuring the latest in charge controller and inverter technologies. Attendees have the opportunity... - [Tech Tip: Avoid the Outer Limits](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/tech-tip-avoid-the-outer-limits/): Operational stability and reliability of a solar power system is of paramount importance, especially for those located in remote areas.... - [From Our Webinar: Protecting System Components in Your Off-Grid Application](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/from-our-webinar-protecting-system-components-in-your-off-grid-application/): Does Morningstar recommend deploying fuses or circuit breakers in off-grid systems, and if so how are these sized? - [From Our Webinar: Portable Arrays for RV Caravans](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/from-our-webinar-portable-arrays-for-rv-caravans/): Are there portable arrays for RV caravans that I can deploy in the sun and quickly and easily connect to... - [7 Tips for Sizing Your PV Array to Meet Your System Goals](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/making-the-right-choices-can-not-only-prevent-system-problems-but-give-you-an-advantage-in-your-systems-performance/): Solar charge controllers offer a variety of input voltage windows. Let’s explore several examples of where making the right choices... - [From Our Webinar: Can Morningstar Controllers Be Used In Battery to Battery Charging Applications?](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/from-our-webinar-can-morningstar-controllers-be-used-in-battery-to-battery-charging-applications/): Each month we host a live webinar featuring the latest in charge controller and inverter technologies. Attendees have the opportunity... - [Grounding Off-Grid Solar Systems](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/grounding-in-off-grid-solar-systems/): Understanding the difference between a chassis ground and an electrical ground allows you to maintain an efficient and long-lasting system.... - [From Our Webinar: Reading the SKU Number on the SunSaver PWM Controllers](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/from-our-webinar-reading-the-sku-number-on-the-sunsaver-pwm-controllers/): This month we answered your questions about how to quickly determine the charge rating, battery voltage specs, and load control... - [Which MS controllers are most suitable to charge lithium iron phosphate batteries?](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/which-ms-controllers-are-most-suitable-to-charge-lithium-iron-phosphate-batteries/): Each month, Morningstar hosts a live webinar featuring the latest in charge controller and inverter technologies. Whether you are new... - [Charging Valve Regulated AGM Batteries](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/charging-valve-regulated-agm-batteries/): Did you know that the new ProStar Gen3 solar charge controller is equipped with DIP Switches (switch #’s 4, 5... - [Comparing Four Versions of Morningstar 600V Charge Controllers](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/comparing-four-versions-morningstar-600v-charge-controllers/): Morningstar’s TriStar MPPT™ 600V Solar Charge Controllers have proven to be a highly reliable solution to enable several application scenarios... - [String Configurations for TriStar MPPT and 48V Batteries](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/string-configurations-tristar-mppt-48v-batteries/): Question: Can you use two 72 cell modules in series with a TriStar MPPT to charge a 48V battery system,... - [Relay Driver Performs Functions Similar To Auxiliary Port](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/relay-driver-performs-functions-similar-auxiliary-port/): Morningstar offers a Relay Driver (model # RD-1) which can be used for many of the same functions as an... - [ProStar MPPT Dip Switch Settings](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/prostar-mppt-dip-switch-settings/): Dip switch settings to configure battery charging, system voltage, and load/lighting parameters are included in the ProStar MPPT Operator’s Manual.... - [Configuring Settings From The Controller's Meter Interface](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/configuring-settings-controllers-meter-interface/): Most people are used to connecting to a computer in order to configure a controller’s charge settings. But with the... - [Can Morningstar Solar Charge Controllers Charge Lithium Batteries?](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/can-morningstar-solar-charge-controllers-charge-lithium-ion-batteries/): There have been a number of questions recently about whether Morningstar controllers can be used for solar charging lithium batteries... - [Changing The Controller's Dip Switch Settings](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/changing-controllers-dip-switch-settings/): A question came in recently about whether the dip switch settings on Morningstar controllers can be changed while the controller... - [Tesla Powerwall and the TriStar MPPT 600V Charge Controller](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/tesla-powerwall-tristar-mppt-600v-charge-controller/): Although Morningstar MPPT controllers are capable of charging a lower voltage battery from a higher voltage battery, at this time,... - [Passive Cooling And The Sound Of Silence](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/passive-cooling-sound-silence/): Since Morningstar controllers are passively cooled without any internal fans or moving parts, they are very reliable. Fans and other... - [Diagnosing Alarms With The Meter Map](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/diagnosing-alarms-meter-map/): If your Morningstar controller’s meter is displaying an alarm, it is helpful to consult the meter map for the particular... - [Temperature Sensing](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/temperature-sensing/): During one of our webinars, a question came up about battery temperature sensing associated with Morningstar charge controllers. Just to... --- ## Glossary - [Watts (W)](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/watts-w/): Unit of power calculated by multiplying Amps by Voltage. - [Amperage](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/amperage/): The strength of a current of electricity expressed in amperes (Amps). - [Ampere (Amp)](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/ampere-amp/): The steady electric current produced by one volt applied across a resistance of one ohm; or a flow of one... - [Hazardous Location (HazLoc)](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/hazardous-location-hazloc/): Areas where fire or explosion hazards may exist. HazLoc is categorized by Classes, Divisions, and Groups depending on the type... - [IP Ratings](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/ip-ratings/): The level of protection provided by a device against the intrusion of solid objects and liquids. An IP Rating usually... - [Kilovolt-Amp (kVA)](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/kilovolt-amp-kva/): A measure of the total power in a system before power losses due to inefficiencies in the system are considered.... - [Metal-oxide-semiconductor field-effect transistor (MOSFET)](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/metal-oxide-semiconductor-field-effect-transistor-mosfet/): The most widely used field-effect transistor (FET) that controls the flow of current in a semiconductor. Morningstar uses MOSFETs in... - [MODBUS®](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/modbus/): An openly published protocol that uses character serial communication lines, Ethernet, or the internet protocol suite as a transport layer... - [Passivated Emitter and Rear Cell (PERC) Technology](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/passivated-emitter-and-rear-cell-perc-technology/): Modules with modified solar cells that include an extra layer within the back side of the cell to allow some... - [Power](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/power/): The product of Amps multiplied by Volts and measured in Watts (W). - [RS-232](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/rs-232-2/): Serial communication protocol/standard available on several Morningstar products. Often requires a 9-pin serial cable (DB-9) to connect to your computer.... - [DB-9](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/db-9/): The nine pin serial “port” that Morningstar uses for RS-232 communications connectivity. - [Resistance (Ω)](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/resistance/): The opposition offered by a body or substance to the passage through it of a steady electric current. Resistance is... - [Transient Surge](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/transient-surge/): A sudden release of stored energy due to incidents such as nearby lightning strikes, unfiltered electronic equipment, arcing, or generators... - [Volt (V)](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/volt-v/): The potential difference across a resistance of one ohm when one ampere is flowing through it. - [Voltage](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/voltage/): Electric potential or potential difference expressed in volts. - [Pulse width modulation (PWM)](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/pulse-width-modulation-pwm/): An older charging technology than MPPT that switches on and off to regulate solar array power output down to acceptable... - [Hourmeter](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/hourmeter/): The internal timekeeper for the Morningstar controller. While powered, the controller uses the hourmeter to keep track of total runtime... - [Nominal Maximum Input Power](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/nominal-maximum-input-power/): Specific to MPPT controllers, this is the maximum solar power the controller is able to convert to usable charge power... - [Nominal System Voltage](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/nominal-system-voltage/): This refers to the system battery voltage, typically 12V, 24V, or 48V. Select Morningstar controllers can be configured for 36V... - [PWM Absorption](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/pwm-absorption/): The charging stage where current delivered to the battery is limited. When the battery reaches the regulation voltage, PWM (pulse... - [Sealed Battery](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/sealed-battery/): Lead-acid batteries which do not need to be watered and gas much less during charging cycles than their Flooded counterparts.... - [Self-Test Fault](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/self-test-fault/): At start-up, and periodically during operation, Morningstar products perform various tests on internal components and circuitry. In the event an... - [SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol)](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/smtp-simple-mail-transfer-protocol/): Internet standard for email transmissions. Utilized by Ethernet enabled Morningstar products for sending custom configured email notifications triggered on user-defined... - [SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol)](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/snmp-simple-network-management-protocol/): A set of communication protocols or standards for managing complex networks. Ethernet enabled Morningstar products are also SNMP enabled, allowing... - [Status Bar [MSView]](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/status-bar-msview/): A standard Windows® bar running the bottom length of the MSView window. Displays the status of the Caps Lock, Num... - [Sweep](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/sweep/): Refers to the rapid computation of array output power levels across the output voltage operating range of the array. The... - [TrakStar™ Maximum Power Point Tracking](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/trakstar-maximum-power-point-tracking/): Morningstar’s advanced maximum power point tracking algorithm designed to find and maintain operation at the solar array peak power point,... - [Uncalibrated](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/uncalibrated/): Select units require calibration for Voltage, Current, and other measurements. This is performed at the factory before shipment. Units with... - [Workspace [MSView]](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/workspace-msview/): The space in the MSView window which is populated by various displays and the Edgebar. It contains device and display... - [NEC (National Electric Code®)](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/nec-national-electric-code/): Also known as NFPA 70, is a United States standard for the safe installation of electrical wiring and equipment. It... - [MPPT (Maximum Power Point Tracking)](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/mppt-maximum-power-point-tracking/): Morningstar TrakStar™ technology is used to follow the maximum power voltage of the solar array as it shifts due to... - [Device Tree](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/device-tree/): The branched structure which appears in the Edgebar (Devices tab) and lists the various devices in the workspace and their... - [DIP Switch Fault](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/dip-switch-fault/): When a DIP switch is changed from On to Off or vice-versa while the controller / inverter is powered, the... - [Diversion Controller](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/diversion-controller/): Diversion charge controllers are typically used when the charging source requires a constant load, such as a wind or hydroelectric... - [Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/dynamic-host-configuration-protocol-dhcp/): The protocol used by many Ethernet equipped devices to automatically obtain network information and configuration settings from a DHCP server... - [Edgebar [MSView]](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/edgebar-msview/): The white vertical bar which contains the Device Tree (Devices tab) and Log File Tree (Log File tab). Can be... - [EIA-485 (RS-485)](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/eia-485-rs-485/): Introduced by the Electronic Industries Alliance (EIA) in 1983, EIA-485 is an alternative to RS-232 point-to-point serial communication. It supports... - [Equalization Charge](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/equalization-charge/): A temporary boost in charging voltage in order to stir battery electrolyte, break up deposits on the lead plates, and... - [Equalize Interval](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/equalize-interval/): The period of time between Equalize charge cycles. Some Morningstar controllers use a fixed interval (usually 28 days). Other Morningstar... - [Float Cancel](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/float-cancel/): When a battery bank has been discharged extremely low, select Morningstar controllers will provide this function to keep the batteries... - [Float Charge](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/float-charge/): The charging stage after the battery has been fully charged. Charging voltage is reduced to prevent excess heating and/or gassing... - [Flooded Battery](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/flooded-battery/): These are the most common type of battery used in renewable energy systems. They are less expensive than their Sealed... - [MODBUS® Address](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/modbus-address/): The unique ID assigned to each device on an open protocol MODBUS® network. Needed for proper network communications. - [MeterBus™ Address](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/meterbus-address/): The unique ID assigned to each device on a Morningstar MeterBus™ network. Needed for proper network communications. - [Low Voltage Disconnect / Reconnect](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/low-voltage-disconnect-reconnect/): The LVD/LVDR function of Morningstar controllers is designed to protect system batteries from overdischarge and (to a lesser extent) protect... - [Log File Tree [MSView]](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/log-file-tree-msview/): The branched structure which appears in the Edgebar (Log File tab) and lists the open log files in the workspace... - [Lead Sulfation](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/lead-sulfation/): When a battery is being discharged the lead active material on the plates will react with the sulfate from the... - [KiloWatt-Hour (kWh)](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/kilowatt-hour-kwh/): A unit of energy used to determine power consumption (or power production) in the system. For example, if a solar... - [High Voltage Disconnect / Reconnect](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/high-voltage-disconnect-reconnect/): The HVD/HVDR function of Morningstar controllers is designed to halt charging when battery voltage rises to dangerous levels due to... - [GFDI (Ground Fault Detector / Interrupter)](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/gfdi-ground-fault-detector-interrupter/): Ground fault protection is used in electrical systems to prevent current from following any unintended paths. It is critical to... - [Float Exit](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/float-exit/): The length of time the controller will remain in Float after battery voltage has dropped below the Float Voltage setpoint.... - [Amp-hour](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/amp-hour/): A unit of electric charge, having dimensions of electric current multiplied by time, equal to the charge transferred by a... - [Battery Temperature Compensation](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/battery-temperature-compensation/): As battery temperature fluctuates, charging voltage needs to be adjusted to keep the batteries as healthy as possible. As temperatures... - [Control Coil](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/control-coil/): One bit (either 0 or 1) used to control various functions of a MODBUS® compatible Morningstar product. Each Morningstar device... - [Bulk Charge](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/bulk-charge/): The charging state where all available solar / hydro / wind current is delivered to the battery. - [Battery Voltage Sense](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/battery-voltage-sense/): Select Morningstar controllers allow for precise measurement of battery voltage using the connection labeled ‘Battery Sense’. Long wire runs or... - [Battery Service Reminder](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/battery-service-reminder/): A user-specified alarm (not enabled by default) which provides a periodic reminder that battery electrolyte levels should be checked. This... - [Array Open Circuit Voltage (Voc)](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/array-open-circuit-voltage-voc/): The voltage output of the solar array when the output is open-circuited (nothing connected to the + and – output).... - [Array Max Power Voltage (Vmp)](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/array-max-power-voltage-vmp/): The voltage at which the solar array will produce the maximum power output. This value will vary significantly due to... - [AGM Battery](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/agm-battery/): Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) is a type of maintenance-free, valve-regulated lead acid battery (VRLA). These batteries have the electrolyte held... - [Absorption Extension](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/glossary/absorption-extension/): When a battery bank has been discharged abnormally low, select Morningstar controllers will provide this function to keep the batteries... --- ## Projects - [GenStar MPPT Selected for Site Upgrade](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/genstar-mppt-selected-for-site-upgrade/): Morningstar’s products function as a part of a solution for a project’s solar energy needs. Exceptional and knowledgeable system designers... - [Dual-Energy Renewable Technology with Morningstar On-Board Helps Stricken Communities Recover and Thrive](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/powerpanel-morningstar-help-stricken-communities-recover/): Summary: PowerPanel’s innovative Gen₂O systems are changing the way disaster teams respond to crises, enabling populations at risk to access... - [Viridian Energy's hybrid solar micro-hydro system on Vancouver Island using TriStars](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/viridian-energys-hybrid-solar-micro-hydro-system-on-vancouver-island-using-tristars/): Overview: A unique hybrid solar micro-hydro system on Vancouver Island, using Morningstar TriStar controllers, provides a technological showcase for the... - [Using Solar-Powered Flood Monitoring Systems to Make New York City Safer](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/using-solar-powered-flood-monitoring-systems-to-make-new-york-city-safer/): Summary: Through a pilot program underway in the Brooklyn Navy Yard, solar design firm Voltaic Systems is working with NYC’s... - [Hakai Energy Standardizes on Morningstar](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/hakai-energy-standardizes-on-morningstar/): Summary: With projects covering Western Canada from Vancouver to the Arctic Circle, a diverse solar innovator standardizes on Morningstar for... - [Solar-Powered Portable Turnstiles for Stand-Alone Access Control](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/solar-powered-portable-turnstiles-for-stand-alone-access-control/): Summary: Sensitive military and other installations — such as construction sites for hospitals along with fertilizer plants, solar array “farms,”... - [coreNOC System Connects Rural Community to Essential Services](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/corenoc-system-connects-rural-community-to-essential-services/): Summary: The lack of internet access in South American villages inhibits healthcare, education, commerce and cultural preservation opportunities for local... - [ECAMSECURE Solar-Powered Mobile Surveillance Units](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/ecamsecure-solar-powered-mobile-surveillance-units/): Summary: Fueled by the rising cost of materials along with concerns about rising criminal activity, construction sites, retail locations, and... - [Apeiron Remote Integrated Arctic Solar Solution](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/apeiron-remote-integrated-arctic-solar-solution/): Summary When a tier-one telecom company sought to power a remote cell tower with clean energy, while tracking progress toward... - [Solar Powered Helideck Lighting](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/solar-powered-helideck-lighting/): Location: Brunei, Southeast Asia Year: 2019 Product: TriStar System size: ~ - [A Hybrid, Cost-Effective Oil & Gas Platform Powering System for the North Sea](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/a-hybrid-cost-effective-oil-gas-platform-powering-system-for-the-north-sea/): Summary: An oil & gas company sought to obtain cost-effective power on its unmanned platform in the Danish North Sea.... - [Off-Grid Power at South Texas Oil and Gas Sites](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/off-grid-power-at-south-texas-oil-and-gas-sites/) - [Solar-Powered Seismic Signal Monitoring Stations](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/solar-powered-seismic-signal-monitoring-stations/): Summary: The Pacific Northwest Seismic Network (PNSN) can reduce the impact of earthquakes by providing real-time information on ground motion.... - [Off Grid Systems for Remote Wellheads Located Offshore Indonesia](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/off-grid-systems-for-remote-wellheads-located-offshore-indonesia/): Summary Systems aboard remote wellhead platforms in the Java Sea require a reliable source of electricity. JCE Energy’s solar solution... - [Deterring Birds in Hazardous Locations in the Middle East](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/deterring-birds-in-hazardous-locations-in-the-middle-east/): Summary Roosting seabirds pose a hazard for unmanned offshore installations. While bird deterrence systems exist, they must continually operate without... - [Solar Skids Power Sensors in the Chilean Desert](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/solar-skids-power-sensors-in-the-chilean-desert/): Summary Antofagasta is between the Pacific coast and Northern Chile’s Atacama Desert. Corrosive salt in the air and harsh desert... - [Solar Simplifies Shell Oil Rigs with Fewer Emissions](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/solar-simplifies-shell-oil-rigs-with-fewer-emissions/): Situation More companies are developing climate-friendly policies and initiatives. While it may seem ironic, oil & gas providers are leading... - [Morningstar Controllers in Solarcraft Projects](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/morningstar-controllers-in-solarcraft-projects/) - [Street & Airfield Lighting in Indonesia](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/street-airfield-lighting-in-indonesia/) - [Creating a Sustainable Marine Experience in Greyhope Bay](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/creating-a-sustainable-marine-experience-in-greyhope-bay/): Summary Conservationists wanted to renovate Aberdeen’s Torry Battery to create an educational marine center for the community with a zero-footprint,... - [Remote Power for Wireless Communication Mojave Desert](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/remote-power-for-wireless-communication-mojave-desert/): Location: Mount Perkins Radio Site, Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Arizona Year: 2021 Products: TriStar TS-MPPT-60, TriStar TS-45, Relay Driver... - [Solar Powers Offshore Oil Rigs in Southeast Asia](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/solar-powers-offshore-oil-rigs-southeast-asia/): Summary: With challenges accessing offshore unmanned wellhead platforms for maintenance, reliability is key for the assets’ power generation systems. In... - [Solar Powers Offshore Satellite Communications in Malaysia](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/satellite-communications-malaysia/): Summary Proper function of communication systems on offshore wellheads is paramount as these assets transmit critical information back to crews... - [Reliable Controls for Automated Solutions](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/reliable-controls-for-automated-solutions/) - [Simplifying Warning Light Systems for Safe Landings](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/simplifying-warning-light-systems-for-safe-landings/): Summary Aviation safety status lights are critical to operations on wellhead platforms and, therefore, require a reliable power source suitable... - [Remote Power for Hazardous Locations](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/remote-power-for-hazardous-locations/) - [Soluz Powers Honduras Amid Pandemic](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/soluz-powers-honduras-amid-pandemic/): Summary: Honduras is marked by beautiful mountains and rivers, but unfortunately, these natural wonders make the area vulnerable to catastrophic... - [Renewable Energy Powers Research from Pole to Pole](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/renewable-energy-powers-research-from-pole-to-pole/): Summary Tracy Dahl is passionate about developing sustainable solutions. His work as a professional motorcycle mechanic eventually led him to... - [Power for SCADA, RTU's and Cathodic Protection at Oil & Gas Sites](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/power-for-scada-rtus-and-cathodic-protection-at-oil-gas-sites/) - [Community Monitoring at Ground Zero Nuclear Test Sites](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/ground-zero-nuclear/): Situation: The Nevada National Security Site (NNSS), formerly known as the Nevada Test Site, is located just 65 miles outside... - [Solar at Canada’s Paterson Lake Telecom System Reduces Generator Use by 60%](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/solar-at-canadas-paterson-lake-telecom-system-reduces-generator-use-by-60/) - [Telecommunications in Canada’s Northwest Territories](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/telecommunications-in-canadas-northwest-territories/) - [Cost-Saving Telecommunications in Weasel Lake](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/cost-saving-telecommunications-in-weasel-lake/) - [Internet access changes lives in Kenya](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/internet-access-changes-lives-in-kenya/) - [Panasonic Power Container electrifies remote Indonesian school](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/panasonic-power-container-electrifies-remote-indonesian-school/): Panasonic’s Power Supply Container is a self-contained solar power plant designed to supply reliable electricity to emerging regions and remote... - [Hybrid Cell Towers for Verizon Wireless](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/hybrid-cell-towers-for-verizon-wireless/): Application: Telecom Location: Lake Havasu City, Arizona and Twentynine Palms, California Product: TriStar MPPT 60 System size: 7. 2 kW... - [Lifeline Telecom Services in Central Oregon](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/lifeline-telecom-services-in-central-oregon/) - [Morningstar and TÜV Rheinland](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/tuv-a-partner-in-standards-compliance/): Client Profile Morningstar Corporation, the leader in off-grid solar controllers and inverters, is a U. S. company based in Newtown,... - [Powering Public Radiation and Weather-Monitoring Stations](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/keeping-communities-safe-from-nuclear-radiation/) - [Reliable Power to Detect Earthquakes and Other Seismic Events](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/providing-a-reliable-power-supply-for-the-pacific-northwest-seismic-network/) - [Tiny Houses Provide Life-Changing Shelter for Homeless Population](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/tiny-houses-solarflexion/): Summary: Chronic homelessness afflicts over a half-million men, women and children in the United States,* with veterans particularly vulnerable. Almost... - [Solar Home Systems for Rural Communities in Peru](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/solar-energy-solutions-for-rural-communities-in-peru/): Summary: Morningstar Corporation manufactured the charge controllers of the solar home system called DC Energy Box with a no-fail user-friendly... - [Off-Grid Computer & Phone Charging Stations in Uganda](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/off-grid-computer-phone-charging-stations-in-uganda/): Summary There are over 68 million refugees in the world and Uganda alone hosts over one million refugees within its... - [Off-Grid Residential](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/off-grid-residential/): The “Off-Grid” Chalet in Quebec is designed to be energy efficient with superior thermal insulation “Morningstar’s technical support is outstanding... - [Wireless Technology in Developing Countries](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/wireless-technology-in-developing-countries/): Bringing Vital Communications to Remote Rural Communities “The Morningstar controllers were selected because they are tropicalized and allow modularity during... - [GRID Alternatives create free reliable solar energy](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/grid-alternatives-create-free-reliable-solar-energy/): Larger Capacity System Keeps Health Clinics Operating “We chose Morningstar equipment for this project because we needed a product that... - [Proven Reliability in Harsh Tropical Environment](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/proven-reliability-in-harsh-tropical-environment/): Morningstar Controllers Product of Choice for Marine Aids to Navigation in Harsh Environments Summary Marine Aids to Navigation (AtoN) are... - [Power Installed for Two Elementary Schools on Island](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/power-installed-for-two-elementary-schools-on-island/) - [Solar-Powered Surveillance Systems Empower Game Rangers](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/solar-powered-surveillance-systems-empower-game-rangers/): Summary An advanced security monitoring network using infra-red technology can successfully combat wildlife-threatening poaching in Kafue National Park in Zambia,... - [Renewable Energy and Fuel Cell Technology](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/renewable-energy-and-fuel-cell-technology/): Summary: EFOY fuel cells integrate renewable energy and fuel cell technology to power remote systems for years without refueling. This... - [Mining Companies Turn to Solar for Solutions](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/mining-companies-turn-to-solar-for-solutions/): Summary Mining companies increasingly rely on solar energy to generate electricity at remote sites. Because mining sites operate 24/7, they... - [Illuminating the Solar Superhighway of Brazil](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/illuminating-the-solar-superhighway-of-brazil/): Summary Largest solar highway illumination project in Brazil Project will light 73 KM of highway along the Arco Metropolitano Morningstar’s... - [Solar Light Systems Provide Crucial Light Sources in Remote Kuwait Oil Fields](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/oil-gas-application-in-kuwait/): Application: Oil & Gas Location: Kuwait Year: 2018 Product: TriStar MPPT 60 Controllers, TriStar 45 (load control) and EIA-485 /... - [A Small Solar Controller Convenient for an Alaskan Cabin](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/recreational-cabin-in-alaska/) - [Bringing Light to Rural Mexican Homes](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/sunsavers-mexico-rural-homes/) - [Surveillance in Zambia’s Kufe National Park](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/surveillance-kufe-national-park-zambia/) - [Electrifying Remote Homes In Mexico](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/remote-homes-mexico/) - [Providing Hot Water Diversion](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/low-power-turbine-hot-water-diversion/) - [A Hybrid Hydro System in Scotland](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/hybrid-system-tristar-pwm-controllers/): Application: Hydro Country: Scotland - [Venezuelan Surveillance and Lighting System](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/prostar-surveillance-lighting-system/) - [Electrifying Homes in Fiji Islands](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/solar-home-systems-fiji-islands/) - [Electrification for Rural Lodging in Chile](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/electrification-for-rural-lodging-in-chile/): Application: Residential Location: San Pedro de Atacama, Chile Year: 1997 Product: SunSaver 10 System size: Single solar panel with 100-Ah... - [Residential and Rural Schools in Colombia](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/residential-rural-school-colombia/): Summary Approximately 2 million Colombians do not have access to electricity Projects launched in region will introduce more solar power... - [Wireless Cellular Network for Remote U.S. Locations](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/wireless-cellular/) - [DC Transfer Grid-Tied Battery Backup in Pennsylvania](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/grid-tied-battery-backup/) - [Microwave Broadband Ethernet Links](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/microwave-broadband-ethernet-links/) - [Connecting Western Australia Mining Trailers](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/western-australia/) - [Light for All Program Brings Power to Rural Brazil](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/light-for-all/): Morningstar has shipped over 20,000 SureSine inverters to Brazil for the " Light for All " program which was launched... - [Powering Satellite Communications Around the Globe](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/tristar-mppt-satellite-project/): Satellite project in 29 locations. Each 4KWp system includes two units of TS-MPPT-60 and one unit of TS-60 as a... - [TriStar MPPT and MeterHub in Wind-Solar System](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/tristar-mppt-meterhub-wind-solar-system/): A 8. 6KW Wind-solar system utilizing Morningstar TriStar MPPT controllers and Meter Hub. - [Remote Off-Grid Solar in Venezuela](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/suresine-shs-systems-venezuela/): Solar home systems in Venezuela, 150 installed. - [Telecommunications in Indonesia](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/telecom-indonesia/): TriStar MPPT-60, TrStar-45 for load control, and RS-232 Adapter (RSC) used in telecom systems in Indonesia. - [Micro Hydro Turbine Powers Romanian Hotel and Fishery](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/tristar-hydro-application/): System installed in the heart of Transylvanian Alps in Romania, at about 200 Km North from Bucharest. The system was... - [Solar Lighting in Mexico](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/solar-lighting-mexico/): Solar lighting application in Mexico using SunLight controllers. - [Residential Solar in Italy](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/home-system-italy/): Home system application, illumination, refrigerator using a Morningstar ProStar 30M. Customer is OTTOWATT di Fabio Ottavi. Courtesy of Heliant SRL - [Community Center in Ecuador](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/community-center-ecuador/): ProStar 15 and (2) TriStar-45 solar controllers for wind and solar application at a community center in Ecuador. - [Enabling Monitoring and Control in Remote Oil Fields](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/oil-gas-application/): Morningstar’s SunKeeper controller is used in monitoring and control for oil and gas applications. Photo courtesy of SunWize® Power Ready... - [SunSaver on Surveillance System](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/sunsaver-surveillance-system/): SunWize, a Morningstar distributor, designed and built solar-powered video surveillance system for pipeline security applications, with Morningstar SunSaver charging components... - [Street Lighting in Korea](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/projects/street-lighting-korea/): Thirty SunLight controllers used for solar street lighting at the newly constructed harbor city of Jinhae. Lighting control was set... --- ## Products - [ReadyEdge](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/readyedge/) - [GS-MPPT-100M-200V](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/genstar-mppt/gs-mppt-100m-200v/) - [GS-MPPT-80M-200V](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/genstar-mppt/gs-mppt-80m-200v/) - [RB-SHUNT BLOCK](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/readyshunt/rb-shunt-block/) - [RB-RELAY](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/readyrelay/rb-relay/) - [RB-BMS](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/readybms/rb-bms/) - [GS-MPPT-60M-200V](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/genstar-mppt/gs-mppt-60m-200v/) - [150W Pure Sine Wave Inverter](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/suresine/150-watts/): 2020 CE Conference - [300W Pure Sine Wave Inverter](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/suresine/300-watts/): 2020 CE Conference - [700W Pure Sine Wave Inverter](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/suresine/700-watts/): 2020 CE Conference - [1250W Pure Sine Wave Inverter](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/suresine/1250-watts/): 2020 CE Conference - [2500W Pure Sine Wave Inverter](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/suresine/2500-watts/): 2020 CE Conference - [1000W Pure Sine Wave Inverter](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/suresine/1000-watts/): 2020 CE Conference - [Meterbus to EIA-485 Adapter (MRC-1)](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/meterbus-to-eia-485-adapter/): By converting to EIA-485, the RSC-1 allows up to 128 Morningstar products to communicate on the same communication bus and... - [SureSine Classic](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/suresine-classic/): 115V Version 220V Version The SureSine™ is a pure sine wave inverter delivering AC power in off-grid solar applications, including... - [ReadyBMS](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/readybms/) - [ReadyShunt](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/readyshunt/) - [ReadyRelay](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/readyrelay/) - [SureSine](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/suresine/): 2020 CE Conference - [GenStar MPPT](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/genstar-mppt/) - [EcoBoost MPPT](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/ecoboost-mppt/): The NEW EcoBoost MPPT™ is a Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) solar charge controller within Morningstar's Essential Series™. This controller... - [EcoPulse](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/ecopulse/): Metered Version Non-Metered Version The EcoPulse™ is a pulse width modulation (PWM) solar charge controller within Morningstar’s Essential Series™ of... - [ProStar](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/prostar/): Morningstar's ProStar™ Gen 3 is the world's leading mid-range solar controller for both professional and consumer applications. - [Ethernet MeterBus Converter](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/ethernet-meterbus-converter/): The Ethernet MeterBus Converter™ (model: EMC-1) provides the data and communications connection for Morningstar devices, between themselves, with surrounding systems,... - [Wire Box for ProStar MPPT](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/wire-box-prostar-mppt/): An optional two-piece enclosure accessory for ProStar MPPT. Provides effective cover for wires and conduit leading to and from the... - [USB MeterBus Adapter](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/usb-meterbus-adapter/): The USB MeterBus Adapter™ (model: UMC-1) converts the Morningstar MeterBus RJ-11 electrical interface to a standard USB 2. 0 interface... - [TriStar Meter-2-600V](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/tristar-meter-2-600v/): On-Board Advanced Digital Display for the TriStar MPPT 600V Controller. Displays extensive system and controller information, logged data, bar graph... - [ProStar (Gen 1)](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/prostar-gen-1/) - [SS-20L-24V](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/sunsaver-gen-2/ss-20l-24v/) - [TriStar Digital Meter-2](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/tristar-digital-meter-2/): On-Board Advanced Digital Display for the TriStar and TriStar MPPT Controllers. The meter will display a great deal of information... - [TriStar MPPT](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/tristar-mppt/): Metered Version Non-Metered Version The industry-leading TriStar MPPT™ with TrakStar Technology is an advanced maximum power point tracking controller for... - [SunSaver MPPT](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/sunsaver-mppt/): Morningstar’s SunSaver MPPT™ solar controller with TrakStar™ Technology is an advanced maximum power point tracking (MPPT) battery charger for off-grid... - [TriStar](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/tristar/): Morningstar's TriStar™ is a three-function controller that provides reliable solar battery charging, load control or diversion regulation. It is rated... - [SunSaver Gen 2](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/sunsaver-gen-2/): Morningstar’s SunSaver™ is the world’s leading small solar controller for both professional and consumer applications including standard features and capabilities... - [SunSaver](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/sunsaver/): Morningstar's SunSaver™ is the world's leading small solar controller for both professional and consumer applications including standard features and capabilities... - [SunSaver Duo](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/sunsaver-duo/): Morningstar SunSaver Duo ™ is an advanced PWM two battery controller for RVs, caravans, boats and cottages. Designed for 25... - [SunKeeper](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/sunkeeper/): Morningstar's SunKeeper™ solar controller provides a low cost regulated output directly from the solar module to maximize battery life in... - [SunLight](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/sunlight/): Morningstar's SunLight™ solar lighting controller combines the SunSaver design with an advanced microcontroller for automatic lighting control functions. - [SunGuard](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/sunguard/): Morningstar's SunGuard™ is the world's leading single module controller. We have combined all the advantages of our SunSaver charging circuit... - [SHS](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/shs/): Morningstar's SHS™ controller was specifically designed to meet the needs of rural solar home systems in developing countries. This controller... - [Ground Fault Protection Device](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/ground-fault-protection-device/): Morningstar’s Ground Fault Protection Device products are built to provide a superior solution to ground fault protection for both off-grid... - [ProStar MPPT](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/prostar-mppt/): Metered Version Non-Metered Version Bottom Heatsink Terminal Cover Removed Prostar MPPT™ solar charge controller is an advanced maximum power point... - [EIA-485/RS-232 Communications Adapter [RSC-1]](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/rsc-eia-485-to-serial/): By converting to EIA-485, the RSC-1 allows up to 128 Morningstar products to communicate on the same communication bus and... - [TriStar Remote Meter-2](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/tristar-remote-meter-2/): Remote Digital Display for the TriStar Family Controllers. The TS-RM-2 provides the same data display as the TS-M-2, except that... - [MeterHub](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/meterhub/): The MeterHub allows up to 15 Morningstar products on a single MeterBus network. The product electrically isolates devices that supply... - [Remote Meter](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/remote-meter/): Morningstar’s Remote Meter (RM-1) is a universal, four digit display with custom icons that is compatible with several Morningstar controllers... - [Relay Driver](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/relay-driver/): Morningstar’s Relay Driver is a logic module which provides high level system control functions such as high/low voltage alarms, load... - [Remote Temperature Sensor](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/remote-temperature-sensor/): Morningstar’s Remote Temperature Sensor™ (RTS) provides improved battery charging in solar systems that experience temperature variations during the year. The... - [PC MeterBus Adapter](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/pc-meterbus-adapter/): Morningstar’s PC Meterbus Adapter™ (MSC) converts a controller’s meter port (RJ-11 phone type connector) to a standard RS-232 serial connector... - [DIN Rail Mounting Clips](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/din-rail-clips/): These rugged plastic clips have been custom made to match the mounting holes on the SunSaver controllers and to either... - [TriStar MPPT 600V](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/tristar-mppt-600v/): Morningstar’s TriStar MPPT 600V charge controller (TS-MPPT-600V) is a brand new addition to our world-leading TriStar MPPT solar controller family,... --- ## News - [Optimizing Mobile Solar Power Assets](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/news/optimizing-mobile-solar-power-assets/): Read the PES article to learn how Morningstar is expanding its services to include design support and innovative integration solutions... - [Introducing The New Morningstar ReadyEdge™ Site Manager and Morningstar SolarConnect™ Web Management Portal](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/news/introducing-the-new-morningstar-readyedge-site-manager-and-morningstar-solar-connect-web-management-portal/): Morningstar launches the New ReadyEdge Site Manager and Morningstar SolarConnect Web Management Portal at Intersolar Europe Intersolar Europe, Munich, Germany/May... - [April 2025 Morningstar News](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/news/january-2025-morningstar-news/): GenStar V3 Software Update New Data Connectivity and New Battery Support! The latest update for the GenStar MPPT will help... - [GenStar MPPT Selected for Site Upgrade](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/news/genstar-mppt-selected-for-site-upgrade/): SunWize’s case involved an already existing 10-year-old system that needed an update to keep up with increased power demand. The... - [New Accessory: Meterbus to EIA-485 Adapter (MRC-1)](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/news/new-accessory-meterbus-to-eia-485-adapter-mrc-1/): Morningstar recently launched a new Meterbus to EIA-485 Adapter (MRC-1). The Meterbus-485 Adapter (Model: MRC-1), with RJ-11 cable included, converts... - [Morningstar Announces Availability of Its 2 Most Revolutionary Products](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/news/morningstar-announces-availability-of-its-2-most-revolutionary-products/): Read the altenergy Magazine article about Morningstar’s GenStar MPPTs and SureSines which are now shipping from warehouses. - [Morningstar Corporation Announces Availability of Its 2 Most Revolutionary Products In 30 Years](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/news/morningstar-corporation-announces-availability-of-its-2-most-revolutionary-products-in-30-years/): New GenStar MPPT and SureSine inverter line enable solar professionals to design and build “all-Morningstar” systems to meet their highest... - [Morningstar's ProStar MPPT Chosen for Solar-Powered Turnstile Application](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/news/morningstars-prostar-mppt-chosen-for-solar-powered-turnstile-application/): Read the Case Study to learn why Outlaw Industries used the ProStar MPPT solar charge controller in their portable turnstile... - [Morningstar Corp. selects new CEO after founder retires](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/news/morningstar-corp-selects-new-ceo-after-founder-retires/): Read the Solar Power World article about the retirement of Morningstar founder and CEO Lee Gordon and his successor, Bill... - [Morningstar Corporation Announces New Leadership](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/news/morningstar-corporation-announces-new-leadership/): Founder and President of the 30 year-old solar energy category leader, Lee Gordon, set to retire in June; Director William... - [Morningstar's 2023 Yearbook Chronicles 30 Years of Success](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/news/morningstars-2023-yearbook-chronicles-30-years-of-success/): Read and view photos in Morningstar’s 2023 Yearbook which chronicles 30 years of success in the off-grid solar industry. For... - [Intelligent control at the edge](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/news/intelligent-control-at-the-edge/): The past decade has seen tremendous growth in solar electric systems being used to power remote applications and systems. One... - [Solar Builder Magazine's Inverter Buyer's Guide 2023](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/news/solar-builder-magazines-inverter-buyers-guide-2023/): Morningstar SureSine Inverters are featured in the Off-Grid section of Solar Builder Magazine’s Solar Inverter Buyer’s Guide 2023. - [See Morningstar at ISC West in Las Vegas from March 29-31, 2023](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/news/isc-west/): Visit the Morningstar booth at ISC West in Las Vegas from March 29-31 and see our new products. Morningstar charging... - [SureSine: the Morningstar of Inverters](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/news/suresine-the-morningstar-of-inverters/): Morningstar’s Senior Sales Engineer Russell Borum, who is based on the African Continent, provides background on the new complete line... - [Leading Solar Controller Brand Expands Into Inverters](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/news/leading-solar-controller-brand-expands-into-inverters/): Responding to demand from top solar system designers and installers, Morningstar unveils its comprehensive new line of SureSine industrial-grade off-grid... - [Morningstar ‘Reimagines’ the Solar Controller](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/news/morningstar-reimagines-the-solar-controller/): In the category led by the brand since 1993, Morningstar Corporation sets a new reference standard for itself and others... - [Thriving on Rock Solid Stability and Radical Change](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/news/thriving-on-rock-solid-stability-and-radical-change/): Morningstar Corporation is launching two product milestones: GenStar, a high-end DC charging system, along with a complete line of SureSine... - [Bill Mellema talks about new SureSines and GenStar MPPT at RE+/SPI 2023](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/news/bill-mellema-talks-about-new-suresines-and-genstar-mppt-at-re-spi-2023/): Click here to view the video which provides an up close look at new SureSine off-grid inverters and GenStar MPPT... - [Message from Morningstar CEO, Lee Gordon at RE+/SPI Show 2023](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/news/bill-mellema-talks-about-new-suresines-and-genstar-mppt-at-re-spi-2023-2/): Click here to watch this brief video featuring CEO, Lee Gordon, at Morningstar’s RE+/SPI Booth in Anaheim, CA. Lee talks... - [Morningstar Case Study on Solar Powered Seismic Signal Monitoring Stations Published in AltEnergy Magazine](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/news/morningstar-case-study-on-solar-powered-seismic-signal-monitoring-stations-published-in-altenergy-magazine/): Morningstar’s case study on Solar-Powered Seismic Signal Monitoring Stations has been published in AltEnergy Magazine. The case study found that... - [Morningstar Charge Controllers Support Emergency Triage Station](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/news/morningstar-charge-controllers-support-emergency-triage-station/): For the last two years, Morningstar has been providing supplies to transition the power system of Burning Man’s Rampart Emergency... - [Morningstar Helps Provide Reliable, Portable Power for Veteran Service Corps](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/news/morningstar-helps-provide-reliable-portable-power-for-veteran-service-corps/): Morningstar and SimpliPhi Power are working together to create efficient and reliable solar-plus-storage solutions built to endure harsh weather conditions.... - [WeCo is the Newest Member of Morningstar’s Energy Storage Partner Program](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/news/weco-is-the-newest-member-of-morningstars-energy-storage-partner-program/): Morningstar is excited to announce that WeCo is the newest partner in our Energy Storage Partner Program (ESP). WeCo is... - [Morningstar Receives Top Results in Tech Support Survey](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/news/morningstar-receives-top-results-in-tech-support-survey/): Morningstar is excited to announce the results from our Tech Support Survey. We always strive to offer top-tier support and... - [Morningstar Welcomes New HR Manager Stefanie Roberts](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/news/morningstar-welcomes-new-hr-manager-stefanie-roberts/): Morningstar is pleased to announce the appointment of Stefanie Roberts to the position of Human Resources Manager. She possesses over... - [The Internship Experience at Morningstar Corporation](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/news/the-internship-experience-at-morningstar-corporation/): By Beth Meyers, Human Resources Manager At Morningstar, an internship is an opportunity to grow a career and our company.... - [Morningstar Corporation Achieves New Hazardous Location (HazLoc) Product Certifications to Solar Power the “Digital Oilfield”](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/news/morningstar-corporation-achieves-new-hazardous-location-hazloc-product-certifications-to-solar-power-the-digital-oilfield/): Newtown, PA, USA, July 20th, 2021 - Morningstar Corporation announced today its signature SunSaver™ and higher-powered ProStar™ solar charge controller... - [Adam Kehlenbeck Rejoins Morningstar Corporation As Senior Staff Engineer](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/news/adam-kehlenbeck-rejoins-morningstar-corporation-as-senior-staff-engineer/): Morningstar is pleased to welcome back Adam Kehlenbeck as Senior Staff Engineer. Adam rejoins Morningstar bringing 12+ years of product... - [Morningstar Welcomes Ivan Jadric as Director of Engineering](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/news/morningstar-welcomes-ivan-jadric-as-director-of-engineering/): Morningstar is pleased to welcome Ivan Jadric as Director of Engineering. His work on power electronics applications in HVAC&R chiller... - [Updated Morningstar Networking and Communications Document](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/news/updated-morningstars-networking-communications-document/): Morningstar’s Networking and Communications Document has been updated to include information about our Ethernet MeterBus Converter (EMC-1) and USB Meter... - [Remote Monitoring of Off-grid Systems](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/news/off-grid-remote-monitoring/): Being able to remotely monitor PV systems is important to reducing time and costs associated with site visits. This is... - [5 Reasons Why Customers Prefer Morningstar's EMC-1](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/news/5-reasons-customers-prefer-morningstars-emc-1/): Morningstar’s new Ethernet MeterBus Converter (EMC-1) enables IP-based network and internet connectivity to compatible Morningstar products for remote monitoring and... - [Morningstar Controllers Are IEC 62109 Certified and CEC Approved](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/news/morningstar-controllers-iec-62109-certified-cec-approved/): The following Morningstar solar charge controllers are now certified to meet IEC 62109 standards and approved by the Australian Clean... - [TriStar MPPT Controllers Are Compatible With Wholesale Solar's Four Star Solar Inverter/Charger Power Centers](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/news/tristar-mppt-controllers-compatible-wholesale-solar-4-star-solar-invertercharger-power-centers/): All TriStar MPPT and TriStar MPPT 600V controllers include Related Product Links to Wholesale Solar’s Four Star Power Centers. These... - [Morningstar Launches Campaign Against Counterfeit Manufacturers to Protect Customers Home and Abroad](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/news/morningstar-launches-campaign-counterfeit-manufacturers-protect-customers-home-abroad/): Morningstar Corporation, a world-leading supplier of solar charge controllers & off-grid inverters—today launched a multi-faceted program to protect against the... --- ## Firmware - [ReadyEdge Firmware](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/firmware/readyedge-re-1-firmware/): Download the latest RE-1 firmware update software below. This firmware update contains all fixes to date. Only the latest firmware... - [Genstar MPPT Firmware](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/firmware/genstar-mppt-firmware/): Download the GenStar MPPT firmware below to update your firmware. This firmware update contains all fixes to date. Only the... - [Ethernet MeterBus Converter Firmware](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/firmware/ethernet-meterbus-converter-firmware/): Download the latest EMC-1 firmware update and MSLoad utility software below. This firmware update contains all fixes to date. Only... - [ProStar MPPT Firmware](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/firmware/prostar-mppt-firmware/): Download the latest firmware update for the Prostar MPPT charge controller and the MSLoad utility software below. This firmware update... - [Relay Driver Firmware](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/firmware/relay-driver-firmware/): Download the latest firmware update and the MSLoad utility software below. This firmware update contains all fixes to date. Only... - [SunSaver MPPT Firmware](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/firmware/sunsaver-mppt-firmware/): Download the latest firmware update and the MSLoad utility software below. This firmware update contains all fixes to date. Only... - [TriStar Firmware](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/firmware/tristar-firmware/): Download the latest firmware update and the MSLoad utility software below. This firmware update contains all fixes to date. Only... - [TriStar Meter-2 Firmware](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/firmware/tristar-meter-2-firmware/): Download the latest firmware update and the MSLoad utility software below. This firmware update contains all fixes to date. Only... - [TriStar MPPT Firmware](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/firmware/tristar-mppt-firmware/): Download the appropriate firmware update and MSLoad utility software below. This firmware update contains all fixes to date. Only the... - [TriStar MPPT 600V Firmware](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/firmware/tristar-mppt-600v-firmware/): Download the firmware update and MSLoad utility software below. This firmware update contains all fixes to date. Only the latest... - [ProStar Firmware](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/firmware/prostar-firmware/): Download the ProStar Gen3 firmware and the MSLoad PC software utility below to update your firmware. This firmware update contains... --- ## Software - [Morningstar SolarConnect](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/software/morningstar-solar-connect/) - [LiveView 2.0](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/software/liveview-2-0/) - [Morningstar Mobile Apps](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/software/morningstar-mobile-apps/): Download these free Bluetooth mobile apps for your Morningstar products Morningstar Mobile Android App from Google Play Store (supports GenStar... - [Zabbix](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/software/zabbix/): Morningstar has partnered with Zabbix, the global leader in free and open-source Network Management Software, to provide remote monitoring capability... - [MSLoad](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/software/msload/): MSLoad is a software program that loads new firmware to your Morningstar product. Download MSLoad and watch the video below... - [LiveView](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/software/liveview/): LiveView is a dashboard served to your web browser that does not require a software download. It requires IT connections... - [MSView](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/software/msview/): Download your MSView software version below, and view requirements, release notes, and instructional videos on this page: MSView-1. 6. 44.... --- ## Videos - [Morningstar "Charging Experts" - ProStar Solar Charge Controllers](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/morningstar-charging-experts-prostar-solar-charge-controllers/): This 6 minute video features the internal and external components of Morningstar’s ProStar Solar Charge Controllers and explains why Morningstar... - [Morningstar "Charging Experts" - SunSaver Solar Charge Controllers](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/morningstar-charging-experts-sunsaver-solar-charge-controllers/): This 7 minute video features the internal and external components of Morningstar’s SunSaver Solar Charge Controllers and explains why Morningstar... - [Morningstar "Charging Experts" - TriStar Solar Charge Controllers](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/morningstar-charging-experts-tristar-solar-charge-controllers/): This 7 minute video features the internal and external components of Morningstar’s TriStar Solar Charge Controllers and explains why Morningstar... - [Morningstar "Charging Experts" - TriStar Solar Charge Controllers (2021)](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/morningstar-charging-experts-tristar-solar-charge-controllers-2021/): This 7 minute video features the internal and external components of Morningstar’s TriStar Solar Charge Controllers and explains why Morningstar... - [Morningstar "Charging Experts" - SunSaver Solar Charge Controllers (2021)](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/morningstar-charging-experts-sunsaver-solar-charge-controllers-2021/): This 7 minute video features the internal and external components of Morningstar’s SunSaver Solar Charge Controllers and explains why Morningstar... - [Morningstar "Charging Experts" - ProStar Solar Charge Controllers (2021)](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/morningstar-charging-experts-prostar-solar-charge-controllers-2021/): This 6 minute video features the internal and external components of Morningstar’s ProStar Solar Charge Controllers and explains why Morningstar... - [Morningstar "charging experts" - ProStar MPPT](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/morningstar-charging-experts-prostar-mppt/): This 5 minute video features the the internal and external components of Morningstar’s ProStar MPPT solar charge controller and explains... - [Controladores e inversores de carga solar Morningstar abril de 2020](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/controladores-e-inversores-de-carga-solar-morningstar-abril-de-2020/): Morningstar continúa siendo el proveedor líder mundial de controladores e inversores de carga solar durante más de 27 años. Este... - [Tristar MPPT Firmware Update How To Video](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/tristar-mppt-firmware-update-how-to-video/): This video shares How To update the TriStar MPPT solar controller firmware. - [How To Update the Ethernet MeterBus Converter (EMC-1) Firmware](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/how-to-update-the-ethernet-meterbus-converter-emc-1-firmware/): This video provides a step by step tutorial explaining how to update your firmware for the Ethernet MeterBus Converter accessory... - [EcoBoost MPPT Controller - 4 minute video](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/ecoboost-mppt-controller-4-minute-video/): The EcoBoost solar charge controller is the first MPPT controller to be added to Morningstar’s Essential Series of products. It... - [Lighting Control Programming via On-Board Meter Display](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/lighting-control-programming-via-on-board-meter-display/): This video describes How To custom program the lighting control function by using the meter display on Morningstar solar charge... - [El Nuevo ProStar PWM Generación 3](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/el-nuevo-prostar-pwm-generacion-3/): El nuevo controlador solar ProStar PWM de tercera generación de Morningstar incluye características mejoradas, manteniendo la misma calidad e mismo... - [New Prostar Gen3 Three Minute Video](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/new-prostar-gen3-three-minute-video/): Morningstar’s ProStar PWM controller has been upgraded, while maintaining the same price, quality and form factor of previous models that... - [Ethernet MeterBus Converter (EMC-1) - 3 minute video](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/ethernet-meterbus-converter-emc-1-3-minute-video/): This 3 minute video provides an overview of Morningstar’s new Ethernet MeterBus Converter (EMC-1). This device enables IP based network... - [Email Alert Programming for a Morningstar Solar Charge Controller](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/email-alert-programming-for-a-morningstar-solar-charge-controller/): This video demonstrates How To program the Email Alert feature for a Morningstar solar charge controller. In this example we... - [Charging Batteries In Hazardous Locations](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/charging-batteries-in-hazardous-locations/): In this joint webinar between Morningstar and Primus Wind Power, we’ll address many of the commonly asked questions about charging... - [Webinario Una Revisión Básica de Todos los Productos Morningstar](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/webinario-una-revision-basica-de-todos-los-productos-morningstar/): En este webinario vamos a revisar toda la gama de productos de los productos Morningstar. Vamos a discutir los controladores... - [ProStar MPPT Firmware Update How To Video](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/prostar-mppt-firmware-update-how-to-video/): This 5 minute video shares How To update the ProStar MPPT solar controller firmware. - [El Sistema Fotovoltaico SFV Fuera de Red1](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/el-sistema-fotovoltaico-sfv-fuera-de-red1/): En este webinario, hablamos de los compenentes principales de un sistema fotovoltaico fuera de red incluye modulos solares, controladores de... - [ProStar MPPT Controller - 4 minute video](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/prostar-mppt-controller-4-minute-video/): This 4 minute video introduces Morningstar’s ProStar MPPT solar charge controller. The controller comes in 25 and 40 amp metered... - [MSView Setup Wizard Part 3 Example TriStar MPPT Setup Wizard Walkthrough](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/msview-setup-wizard-part-3-example-tristar-mppt-setup-wizard-walkthrough/): This is the third in the series of videos on MSView Setup Wizard Custom Settings. This video will shows a... - [TS-MPPT Setup Wizard Part 2 DIP Switch Settings](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/ts-mppt-setup-wizard-part-2-dip-switch-settings/): This is the second in the series of videos on MSView Setup Wizard Custom Settings. This video has a review... - [MSView Setup Wizard & Custom Programming - Part 1 Overview](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/msview-setup-wizard-custom-programming-part-1-overview/): This video provides an overview of the MSView setup wizards for several Morningstar products. It also addresses custom settings to... - [Morningstar TS-MPPT-60 Firmware Upgrade](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/morningstar-ts-mppt-60-firmware-upgrade/) - [MSView Setup Wizard Overview & Custom Settings](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/msview-setup-wizard-overview-custom-settings/): This video provides an overview of the MSView setup wizards for several Morningstar products. It also addresses custom settings to... - [TS-MPPT-60 Morningstar Charge Controller - Installation](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/ts-mppt-60-morningstar-charge-controller-installation/) - [TS-MPPT-60 Morningstar Charge Controller - Custom Programming](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/ts-mppt-60-morningstar-charge-controller-custom-programming/) - [TS-MPPT-60 Morningstar Charge Controller - Programming Setup](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/ts-mppt-60-morningstar-charge-controller-programming-setup/): Video showing How To connect PC to charge controller for custom programming. - [TS-MPPT-60 Morningstar Charge Controller - Introduction](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/ts-mppt-60-morningstar-charge-controller-introduction/) - [Retrofitting Grid-tied Systems with Battery Backup - 3 Minute Video](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/retrofitting-grid-tied-systems-with-battery-backup-3-minute-video/): Most residential and light commercial grid-tied solar systems need utility power to operate, so they won’t function during a grid... - [Grid-tied Battery Backup & The New TriStar MPPT 600V Controller With DC Transfer Switch](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/grid-tied-battery-backup-the-new-tristar-mppt-600v-controller-with-dc-transfer-switch/): This webinar features the New New TriStar MPPT 600V Controller With DC Transfer Switch and its application to retrofit existing... - [Wiring up a Leading Edge Turbine wind system that uses a Tristar and dump load: Part 2](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/wiring-up-a-leading-edge-turbine-wind-system-that-uses-a-tristar-and-dump-load-part-2/): Having configured the Tristar charge controller for Diversion mode https://youtu. be/iMVMgwGOfg4 – we look at connecting the Tristar to the... - [Morningstar/Backwoods Solar Charge Controllers Webinar](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/morningstar-backwoods-solar-charge-controllers-webinar/): This webinar was co-hosted by Morningstar and Backwoods Solar. After a brief solar charge controller overview, viewers were provided with... - [Remote Off-grid Access to Morningstar Controllers Video #1](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/remote-off-grid-access-to-morningstar-controllers-video-1/): This video is an introduction to communications with Morningstar Controllers and inverters. It is the first of a series of... - [Morningstar String Calculator](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/morningstar-string-calculator/): This video provides an overview on How To access and use the Morningstar String Calculator to help determine series and... - [Web Monitoring For Morningstar solar controllers Tristar TS-45 60 MPPT-45 60 SunSaver SS-MPPT-15L](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/web-monitoring-for-morningstar-solar-controllers-tristar-ts-45-60-mppt-45-60-sunsaver-ss-mppt-15l/): Presentation Video Solar Web Monitor for Morningstar charge controllers TS MPPT 45 60 SS-MPPT-15L - [Morningstar Corporate Overview Video](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/morningstar-corporate-overview-video/): This corporate overview video informs viewers about the commitment to quality, reliability and consistency that has enabled Morningstar to provide... - [Morningstar TriStar MPPT 600V Charge Controller - 3 minute video](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/morningstar-tristar-mppt-600v-charge-controller-3-minute-video/): This 3 minute video provides information and specifications concerning Morningstar’s TriStar MPPT 600V Charge controller. This controller provides an ideal... - [Introduction to the New TriStar MPPT 600 Volt Charge Controller](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/introduction-to-the-new-tristar-mppt-600-volt-charge-controller/): This webinar will cover the features and benefits of the Morningstar 600V MPPT controller and Ground Fault Protection Device (GFPD).... - [Morningstar & Matrix Energy Present Solar Charge Controller Training](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/morningstar-matrix-energy-present-solar-charge-controller-training/): How to Choose the Right Charge Controller? Morningstar outlines & explains the basic differences between PWM & MPPT Controllers and... - [Using Morningstar Live Data and MSView with a Tristar MPPT 60A solar PV controller](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/using-morningstar-live-data-and-msview-with-a-tristar-mppt-60a-solar-pv-controller/): http://www. peplers. blogspot. co. uk/201... Morningstar provide some really neat free software to use with their solar PV charge controllers.... - [Webinar SunWize & Morningstar Off Grid Controller Overview b](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/video/webinar-sunwize-morningstar-off-grid-controller-overview-b/): Webinar: SunWize Industrial Power Group and Morningstar Present “Choosing The Right Charge Controller For Off-Grid Solar Electric Systems” --- ## X-White Papers - [Traditional PWM vs Morningstar’s TrakStar™ MPPT Technology](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/whitepapers/traditional-pwm-vs-morningstars-trakstar-mppt-technology/): Traditional PWM vs Morningstar’s TrakStar™ MPPT Technology - [Retrofitting Backup Power to a String Inverter System](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/whitepapers/retrofitting-backup-power-string-inverter-system-2/): The vast majority of grid tie PV systems are useless when grid failures occur. They shut down at the very... - [Morningstar’s TrakStar™ MPPT Technology & Maximum Input Power](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/whitepapers/morningstars-trakstar-mppt-technology-maximum-input-power/): Morningstar’s TrakStar™ MPPT Technology & Maximum Input Power - [Advantages of Morningstar’s 600VDC Direct Charge Controller Transfer System vs. AC coupling for Grid-Tied battery Backup](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/whitepapers/advantages-morningstars-600vdc-direct-charge-controller-transfer-system-vs-ac-coupling-grid-tied-battery-backup/): Advantages of Morningstar’s 600VDC Direct Charge Controller Transfer System vs. AC coupling for Grid-Tied battery Backup - [Retrofitting Backup Power to a String Inverter System](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/whitepapers/retrofitting-backup-power-string-inverter-system/): Retrofitting Backup Power to a String Inverter System - [Parallel Charging Using Multiple Controllers With Separate PV Arrays](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/whitepapers/parallel-charging-using-multiple-controllers-separate-pv-arrays/): Parallel Charging Using Multiple Controllers With Separate PV Arrays --- ## FAQs - [What Is An Off-Grid Inverter?](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/faq/what-is-an-off-grid-inverter/): An off-grid inverter is a device that converts direct current (DC) power generated by sources such as solar batteries, generators,... - [Are MPPT Controllers Worth It?](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/faq/are-mppt-controllers-worth-it/): MPPT controllers provide more power, especially in colder temperatures. They can also be used with less expensive 60-cell modules which... - [What is an Off-Grid Solar System?](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/faq/what-is-off-grid-solar/): The solar electric systems associated with the term “solar” are usually simple grid-tied types, with PV modules and an inverter... - [What is a Solar Charge Controller?](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/faq/what-is-solar-charge-controller/): A solar charge controller is a solar-powered voltage and current regulator. They are used in off-grid and hybrid off-grid applications... - [How Does a Solar Charge Controller Work?](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/faq/how-does-solar-charge-controller-work/): What is a solar charge controller? A solar charge controller is an electronic device used in off-grid and hybrid off-grid... - [What are the Solar Battery Charging Stages?](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/faq/what-are-the-solar-controller-battery-charging-stages/): Solar charge controllers put batteries through 4 charging stages: Bulk Absorption Float Equalize What are the 4 Solar Battery Charging... - [What are the Different Types of Solar Charge Controllers? PWM vs MPPT](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/faq/what-are-the-different-types-of-solar-charge-controllers/): MPPT vs PWM | The two major types of solar charge controllers are: Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) controllers Maximum Power... - [Will Oversized PV Arrays Damage Solar Charge Controllers?](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/faq/will-oversized-pv-arrays-damage-solar-charge-controllers/): Morningstar’s MPPT solar charge controllers support oversized photovoltaic (PV) arrays. For example, a 240-watt module won’t damage a SunSaver MPPT... - [What is Different About Morningstar Solar Charge Controllers?](https://www.morningstarcorp.com/faq/what-is-different-about-morningstar-solar-charge-controllers/): Morningstar solar charge controllers are different from other brands, as you can see in this five-minute video. The high-frequency design... --- # # Detailed Content ## Pages --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ## Posts --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- It is recommended that you connect components in the following order: - Battery to solar charge controller - PV array to solar charge controller - Electrical load to solar charge controller --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- Operational stability and reliability of a solar power system is of paramount importance, especially for those located in remote areas. When equipment runs near minimum or maximum operational limits, system stability and reliability are compromised. --- Does Morningstar recommend deploying fuses or circuit breakers in off-grid systems, and if so how are these sized? --- Are there portable arrays for RV caravans that I can deploy in the sun and quickly and easily connect to my RV that I park in the shade? --- Solar charge controllers offer a variety of input voltage windows. Let’s explore several examples of where making the right choices can not only prevent system problems but give you an advantage in your system’s performance and solve a few unique challenges! --- Each month we host a live webinar featuring the latest in charge controller and inverter technologies. Attendees have the opportunity to engage directly with our engineers to learn about the latest innovations in off-grid solar, and have their questions answered directly by our team. This month we talked about battery to battery charging with Morningstar controllers. --- Understanding the difference between a chassis ground and an electrical ground allows you to maintain an efficient and long-lasting system. While understanding exactly how much current voltage is required in an electrical ground to offset the natural earth voltage is complex, when done correctly, it can prevent corrosion before it becomes visible. --- This month we answered your questions about how to quickly determine the charge rating, battery voltage specs, and load control capabilities of our SunSaver PWM controllers. This information is located in your controller’s datasheet or operation manual, but you can also find it by reading your controller’s SKU number. --- Each month, Morningstar hosts a live webinar featuring the latest in charge controller and inverter technologies. Whether you are new to Morningstar and off-grid solar, or an experienced professional who is looking for a refresher, this webinar is a chance to learn what is new in off-grid solar and have your pressing questions answered by one of our engineers. Attendees also receive One NABCEP CE credit. --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ## Glossary --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ## Projects --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- Morningstar has shipped over 20,000 SureSine inverters to Brazil for the " Light for All " program which was launched in 2003. Eleven million Brazilians now have access to electricity. --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ## Products --- --- --- --- --- --- By converting to EIA-485, the RSC-1 allows up to 128 Morningstar products to communicate on the same communication bus and over much greater distances. --- --- --- The NEW EcoBoost MPPT™ is a Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) solar charge controller within Morningstar's Essential Series™. This controller is not sold in the USA or Canada. --- --- Morningstar's ProStar™ Gen 3 is the world's leading mid-range solar controller for both professional and consumer applications. --- --- --- --- --- --- --- Morningstar’s SunSaver MPPT™ solar controller with TrakStar™ Technology is an advanced maximum power point tracking (MPPT) battery charger for off-grid PV systems. --- Morningstar's TriStar™ is a three-function controller that provides reliable solar battery charging, load control or diversion regulation. It is rated at 45 or 60 amps, both at 12-48 volts, and has an optional meter, remote meter and remote temperature sensor. --- --- Morningstar's SunSaver™ is the world's leading small solar controller for both professional and consumer applications including standard features and capabilities not found in any other small PV controller. --- Morningstar SunSaver Duo ™ is an advanced PWM two battery controller for RVs, caravans, boats and cottages. Designed for 25 amps at 12 volts DC, at the same time calculate this product of two separate batteries and isolated as a "house" and an engine battery, based on user selectable priorities. This controller also includes a backlit remote meter which may be mounted in or on a wall, and displays digital image and status information about the solar power system. --- Morningstar's SunKeeper™ solar controller provides a low cost regulated output directly from the solar module to maximize battery life in small solar power applications. --- Morningstar's SunLight™ solar lighting controller combines the SunSaver design with an advanced microcontroller for automatic lighting control functions. --- Morningstar's SunGuard™ is the world's leading single module controller. We have combined all the advantages of our SunSaver charging circuit with less expensive packaging to provide an economical controller for small PV systems. --- Morningstar's SHS™ controller was specifically designed to meet the needs of rural solar home systems in developing countries. This controller is not sold in the USA or Canada. --- Morningstar’s Ground Fault Protection Device products are built to provide a superior solution to ground fault protection for both off-grid and on-grid PV systems. The GFPD products’ are available in two model versions (GFPD-150V and GFPD-600V) to support 150V and 600V PV system breaker stacks. --- --- By converting to EIA-485, the RSC-1 allows up to 128 Morningstar products to communicate on the same communication bus and over much greater distances. --- --- The MeterHub allows up to 15 Morningstar products on a single MeterBus network. The product electrically isolates devices that supply power to the network, preventing damage to the network in the event of grounding problems. --- Morningstar’s Remote Meter (RM-1) is a universal, four digit display with custom icons that is compatible with several Morningstar controllers and inverters. This meter provides comprehensive system information for easy monitoring including voltage, current and temperature. --- Morningstar’s Relay Driver is a logic module which provides high level system control functions such as high/low voltage alarms, load control and generator start. --- --- --- --- Morningstar’s TriStar MPPT 600V charge controller (TS-MPPT-600V) is a brand new addition to our world-leading TriStar MPPT solar controller family, which was first introduced in 2009 and has become the MPPT controller of choice for many large, global, off-grid PV applications. --- --- ## News --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- Newtown, PA, USA, July 20th, 2021 - Morningstar Corporation announced today its signature SunSaver™ and higher-powered ProStar™ solar charge controller lines have achieved certifications for HazLoc use in North America (with UL/CSA ratings) and Internationally/Europe (with IECEx/ATEX ratings). --- Morningstar is pleased to welcome back Adam Kehlenbeck as Senior Staff Engineer. Adam rejoins Morningstar bringing 12+ years of product development experience and 8+ years of management experience. --- Morningstar is pleased to welcome Ivan Jadric as Director of Engineering. His work on power electronics applications in HVAC&R chiller industry has earned Ivan 37 US patents, and Morningstar is excited to benefit from Ivan's skills and experience. --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ## Firmware --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ## Software --- --- --- --- --- --- ## Videos --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ## X-White Papers Traditional PWM vs Morningstar’s TrakStar™ MPPT Technology --- The vast majority of grid tie PV systems are useless when grid failures occur. They shut down at the very time that the electricity generated on site is most needed. This does not need to be the case. --- Morningstar’s TrakStar™ MPPT Technology & Maximum Input Power --- Advantages of Morningstar’s 600VDC Direct Charge Controller Transfer System vs. AC coupling for Grid-Tied battery Backup --- Retrofitting Backup Power to a String Inverter System --- Parallel Charging Using Multiple Controllers With Separate PV Arrays --- --- ## FAQs --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
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