Midnite Solar MPPT Charge Controllers


The Midnite Solar Classic 150 MPPT Charge Controller is their most popular model. Some of the key features are: Arc Fault, Ground Fault, free web monitoring, a graphics panel and Solar, Hydro and Wind Modes. The maximum output current of the Classic 150 is 96 amps, an operating voltage of 150 volts and works with 12 to 72 volt battery systems. The MidNite Solar Local Application is free and enables you to monitor your Classics over your local network or the Internet. The Classic 150 has MidNite’s exclusive HyperVOC which extends VOC limits when needed, as with the whole Classic Line.

    Nominal Battery Voltage- 12V - 72V on Classic's

    Maximum Output Current-

    • 150- 96A on 12V, 94A on 24V, and 86A on 48V Battery
    • 200- 79A on 12V, 78A on 24V and 48V, 65A on 72V Battery
    • 250- 61A on 12V, 62A on 24V, 55A on 48V, and 43A on 72V Battery

    PV Open Circuit Voltage VOC-

    • 150- 150V + HyperVOC (Battery voltage up to 48V)
    • 200- 200V + HyperVOC (Battery voltage up to 48V)
    • 250- 250V + HyperVOC (Battery voltage up to 48V)

    Power Conversion Efficiency- 98% (Typical system)

    Maximum Stand-By Self-Consumption- 2.8W - 4W

    Reverse Current At Night- Zero - Internal relay for reverse current

    Low Battery Voltage- Low battery voltage disconnect and re-connect of loads fully programmable with 2 Auxiliary outputs to control external load disconnect / re-connect switches

    HyperVOC- Standard all models - Extended VOC range for cold climates

    Arc Fault Protection- Standard on Classic, 0.25 second detect and trip speed

    Ground Fault Protection- Standard all models - resettable, no fuse to blow

    Charging Regulation- Bulk, Absorb, Float as well as Equalization

    Battery Voltage Regulation Set Points- 10 - 100VDC

    Equalization Charging- Adjustable Voltage and Duration, Manual or Auto

    PV Reverse Polarity- Protected to Max VOC (Classic MPPT Charge Controllers are fully protected from reverse current on both input and output)

    Battery Reverse Polarity- Fully protected (Classic MPPT Charger Controllers are fully protected from reverse current on both input and output)

    Battery Over Voltage- Fully protected (Classic MPPT Charger Controllers are fully protected from over current on both input and output)

    Battery Short Circuit- Fully protected

    Battery Temp Compensation- Automatic when BTS is installed, Adjustable mV per degree C per 2V cell

    Programmable Auxiliary Control Output- 2 Auxiliary outputs, Aux1 can be 12V out or dry contact, Aux2 is 12V out or Logic IN

    Graphical Display- Graphical display

    Networking Cable- Standard 4 conductor phone cable, no hub needed

    Communications- ModBus openly published over Ethernet and RS232

    Remote Display- Display (MNGP) can be relocated and a second display can be added

    Remote Monitoring And Control- Local Application software included allows viewing and control from the network or over the internet. MyMidNite.com - online status monitoring

    Terminal Rating- 75C

    Internet Ready- All models

    Data Logging- 380 days of daily history, 24 hours of data at 5 minute intervals

    Wind And Hydro Applications- Standard on all models

    Positive Ground Applications- Requires 2 pole input and output breakers

    Operating Temperature- Minimum of -40°C - 50°C - Controller will auto derate as temperatures rise above 25°C

    Environmental Rating- Indoor type IP30 (The classic is IP22 rated to 60529 when used with Classic Drip Shield)

    Conduit Knock Outs- Single 1" conduit (35.05mm) on left and right sides. Two 1" conduit (35.05mm) on bottom. Two 3/4" conduit (27.76mm)on back

    Warranty- 5 Year

    Weight- 12lbs

    Dimensions (HxWxD)- 14.9" x 6" x 4" 

    Shipping Dimensions- 19" x 8.5" x 5.7"

    Options- MNGP graphical display, 3ft networking cable

    Certifications- Listed by ETL for US & Canada, CE certified, FCC Class B

    Input Voltage- Up to 60VDC

    Nominal Battery Voltage- 12V or 24V - Selectable

    Maximum Charge Currant- 30A as charger only, reduced to 20A if the load controller is used

    Charging Regulation- Bulk, Absorb, Float as well as Equalization

    Equalization Charging- Automatic, 15/30V, two hours every 30 days or no EQ

    Battery Temp Compensation- Automatic - ambient temperature detected through built-in sensor

    Status Display- Four LED's for Bulk, Float, Load On and Low Battery / Low-Voltage-Disconnect

    Load Circuit Rating- 10A max

    Main Charger Settings (8 position switch)-

    • Supports four battery profiles: GEL, AGM and two Flooded profiles
    • Selectable 12V or 24V
    • Selectable 11 or 11.7V Low Voltage Disconnect (doubles on a 24V system)
    • Low-EMI mode for sensitive loads
    • Load Control/Charge Control selection switch
    • Auto- Equalize ON/OFF Control
    • Solar Clock Mode: User selectable mode in which lighting run-time automatically adjusts for seasonal daylight. Example: A two hour setting in summer will automatically extend in the winter

    Lighting/Load Control (16 position rotary switch)-

    • Nine Modes for lighting starting at dusk (1-9 hours), selectable in one hour increments
    • Three modes for combination early-night and early-morning lighting.
    1. Lights on for 3 hours after dusk, OFF then ON again for 1 hour before dawn
    2. Lights ON for 4 hours after dusk, OFF then ON again for 2 hours before dawn
    3. Lights ON for 6 hours after dusk OFF then ON again for 2 hours before dawn
    • Dawn-To-Dusk Mode (Load ON only during daylight hours)
    • Dusk-To-Dawn Mode (Load ON only at night)
    • 24 Hour Mode (Load ON always) except for LVD event

    Operating Temperature- -40°C - 60°C (controller will auto derate as temperatures rise above 25°C)

    Environmental Rating- Outdoor - weather proof, Type 3R/IP65

    Weight- 1lb

    Dimensions (LxWxD)- 6.75" x 6" x 2.357"

    Shipping Dimensions (LxWxD)- 7" x 7" x 3"

    Shipping Weight- 2lbs

    Warranty- 2 years

    Model- MNMPPT60DIY Charge Controller

    Battery Type- Flooded or sealed lead acid, Lithium Ion and others

    Battery Voltage- 12V, 24V, 36V, or 48V, nominal

    Maximum Input Voltage- 150VDC

    Maximum Output Current- 60A

    Environmental Rating- Indoor use only

    Interface- LCD display and buttons standard, Bluetooth module is optional

    Operating Temperature- -35°C - 45°C

    Dimensions- 285mm x 205mm x 93mm

    Idle Consumption- 0.7 - 1W

    Warranty- 2 Years

    Operating Input Voltage- 150VDC

    Nominal Battery Voltage- 12V - 48V

    Maximum Output Current- 30A

    Auto Gen-Start- YES

    Open Circuit Voltage VOC- 150VDC + HyperVOC

    HyperVOC- Extended VOC range for cold climates

    Charging Regulation- Bulk, Absorb, Float, as well as Equalization

    Battery Voltage Range- 9V - 64V

    Equalization Charging- Adjustable Voltage and Duration

    Battery Temp Compensation- Automatic when BTS is installed, Adjustable mV per °C

    Optional (standard on Marine version)- Per 2V Cell

    Programmable Auxiliary Control Output- 1 - I/O communication port

    Whizbang Jr. Communication Port- YES

    Status Display- LCD plus status LED's

    Networking Cabling- Standard 4 conductor phone cable, no hub needed

    Communications- RS232 openly published protocols and USB

    Load Terminal- 30A configurable as battery load

    Operating Temperature- Min of -40°C - 50°C - Controller will auto derate as temperatures rise above 25°C

    Environmental Rating- Indoor IP52 type 1, Conformal coated for harsh environments

    Conduit Knock Outs- 2

    Warranty- 5 Years

    Lighting Controller- Highly customizable via keypad (dusk + hours, daylight and night-light)

    True Paralleling- Inputs and Outputs between 2 units with smart active current sharing

    Weight- 6lbs

    Dimensions (LxHxD)- 9 1/4" x 5" x 3 5/16"

    Shipping Dimensions- 12" x 8" x 6"

    Options- 3ft network cable, external load, boat mount bracket

    Certifications- ETL for US & Canada, CE Certified, FCC Class B, CSA C22 #107

    Battery Types- Flooded, AGM, Gel, Calcium SMF, Lithium BMS, Custom

    UL1741 & UL458 (Marine Supplement- With the UL458 marine supplement, THE KID meets very strict vibration, environment, and thermal requirements