Victron MPPT 250/60 – SmartSolar Charge Controller – MC4
Victron MPPT 250/60 – SmartSolar Charge Controller – MC4
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Victron MPPT 250/60 SmartSolar Charge Controller – MC4: Professional 60A Power Management
Elevate your solar installation to a professional standard with the Victron SmartSolar MPPT 250/60-MC4. Designed for serious off-grid applications, extensive campervans, high-end marine systems, and large remote power setups, this charge controller combines powerful specifications with Victron's renowned intelligent technology. It is built to maximise your energy harvest and meticulously maintain your 12V, 24V, or 48V battery banks.
At the core of its performance is the market-leading Ultra-Fast Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) algorithm. This advanced technology constantly sweeps your solar array's power curve, ensuring it instantly locks onto the optimal Maximum Power Point (MPP). This action is absolutely crucial for the unpredictable British weather; even when skies are partially clouded or light intensity changes quickly, the controller can deliver up to 30% more energy harvest compared to older PWM technology. Coupled with an exceptional conversion efficiency of over 98% and a silent, fanless design, you capture more usable power with minimal waste.
The 'SmartSolar' designation means this controller arrives with integrated Bluetooth Smart. Use the free VictronConnect App on your smartphone or tablet to manage and monitor your entire system wirelessly. From checking real-time performance data and historical records to configuring bespoke charging profiles, the app makes system oversight simple. For larger, complex setups, the VE.Direct port provides essential wired communication for integrating with Victron's GX devices, enabling remote management via the Victron Remote Management (VRM) portal.
Built for high-voltage capacity, the unit supports an impressive 250V maximum PV open circuit voltage. This allows you to run longer, more efficient strings of solar panels, reducing cabling costs and power loss. The robust 60 Amp rated charge current ensures fast, effective charging across all compatible battery voltages (12V, 24V, and 48V auto-selected). The convenience of MC4 connectors provides a quick, secure, and weatherproof plug-and-play connection to your solar panels, removing the need for complex internal wiring.
The flexible, multi-stage adaptive charge algorithm automatically optimises the charging process for all major battery types, including Lithium, Gel, AGM, and Flooded, ensuring peak health and extended lifespan for your valuable energy storage. Furthermore, robust electronic protection safeguards against common issues like over-temperature and PV reverse polarity, giving you total peace of mind.
Product Specifications
Product Specifications
Electrical Specifications
- Battery Voltage: 12 / 24 / 48 V Auto Select (36V requires software tool)
- Rated Charge Current: 60 A
- Nominal PV Power (12V): 860 W
- Nominal PV Power (24V): 1720 W
- Nominal PV Power (36V): 2580 W
- Nominal PV Power (48V): 3440 W
- Maximum PV Open Circuit Voltage: 250 V absolute maximum coldest conditions / 245 V start-up and operating maximum
- Maximum PV Short Circuit Current: 35 A (Maximum 30 A per MC4 connection)
- Maximum Efficiency: 99%
- Self-Consumption: Less than 35 mA @ 12 V / 20 mA @ 48 V
Charging & Algorithms
- Charge Algorithm: Multi-stage adaptive (eight pre-programmed algorithms) or user-defined
- Charge Voltage 'Absorption' (Default): 14.4 / 28.8 / 43.2 / 57.6 V (Adjustable)
- Charge Voltage 'Float' (Default): 13.8 / 27.6 / 41.4 / 55.2 V (Adjustable)
- Charge Voltage 'Equalization' (Default): 16.2 / 32.4 / 48.6 / 64.8 V (Adjustable)
- Temperature Compensation: -16 / -32 / -64 mV/°C
- Sensing: Internal temperature sensor included; optional external battery sensing via Bluetooth (Smart Battery Sense, BMV-712, or SmartShunt)
Protection & Environmental
- Integrated Protections: PV reverse polarity, output short circuit, and over-temperature (with power derating).
- Operating Temperature Range: -30°C to +60°C (Full rated output up to 40°C)
- Humidity: 95%, non-condensing
- Maximum Altitude: 5000 m (Full rated output up to 2000 m)
- Environmental Condition: Indoor, unconditioned (Pollution degree PD3)
Features & Connectivity
- Bluetooth Smart: Built-in for wireless setup, monitoring, and synchronized parallel charging (up to 10 units).
- VE.Direct Port: For wired data connection to GX products, PC, or other devices.
- Remote On-Off: Yes (2-pole connector)
- Programmable Relay: DPST; AC rating: 240 VAC / 4 A; DC rating: 4 A up to 35 VDC, 1 A up to 60 VDC.
- Fully Discharged Recovery: Initiates charging even if the battery is at zero volts.
Mechanical Specifications
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 215 x 250 x 95 mm
- Weight: 3 kg
- Enclosure Colour: Blue (RAL 5012)
- PV Terminals: Two pairs of MC4 connectors
- Battery Terminals: 35 mm² / AWG2
- Protection Category: IP43 (electronic components), IP22 (connection area)
Standards & Data Logging
- Safety: EN/IEC 62109-1, UL 1741, CSA C22.2
- Stored Trends: 46 days of data storage including battery voltage, current, temperature, load output current, PV voltage, and PV current.
Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications
| MPPT Amps | 60 |
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