Morningstar TriStar TS-60: The Professional Choice for High-Amperage Systems

The Morningstar TriStar TS-60 is the highest-capacity PWM controller in the legendary TriStar series, delivering a massive 60 amps of continuous charging or load current. Designed for large-scale residential and industrial off-grid applications, the TS-60 offers unparalleled 3-in-1 versatility. A single unit can be field-configured to serve as a high-power solar charge controller, a robust DC load controller with LVD, or a precision diversion regulator for wind and hydro-power systems.

Supporting 12V, 24V, and 48V battery banks, the TS-60 is the ideal solution for growing energy systems. Its 100% solid-state design and oversized passive heatsink allow it to operate at full 60A rated current even in ambient temperatures up to 45°C without the need for unreliable cooling fans. With an RS-232 communication port for custom programming and data logging, it provides the technical depth required for modern power infrastructure.

Key Professional Advantages:

• Maximum PWM Power: Manages up to 3,200 Watts of solar at 48V, providing a cost-effective, high-reliability alternative to MPPT controllers for appropriately matched arrays.
• Industrial 3-in-1 Functionality: One controller can be dedicated to Solar Charging, DC Load Control (with LVD), or Diversion Regulation (to protect batteries from overcharging in wind/hydro systems).
• Superior Thermal Management: Large heatsink area and fanless design ensure long-term reliability by eliminating mechanical failure points.
• Advanced Communications: Features an RS-232 port for PC connectivity, custom setpoint programming, and long-term data logging for system analysis.
• High-Current Terminals: Robust terminals accept up to #2 AWG (35 mm²) wire to minimize voltage drop in high-amperage 12V to 48V systems.
• Full Electronic Protection: Automatic recovery for short-circuit, over-current, high temperature, and reverse polarity conditions.

Technical Specifications:

Technical Tip: For high-current 60A systems, utilizing the "Battery Sense" terminals is non-negotiable for accuracy. This ensures the TS-60 compensates for the voltage drop in the #2 AWG power cables, providing your battery bank with the exact charging voltage required.