6 Amp Solar Charge Controllers | Morningstar Corporation https://www.morningstarcorp.com/charge-rating/6-amp-solar-charge-controllers/ The world's leading solar controllers and inverters. Fri, 14 Mar 2025 20:27:04 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.1 https://www.morningstarcorp.com/wp-content/uploads/cropped-Morningstar-favicon-32x32.png 6 Amp Solar Charge Controllers | Morningstar Corporation https://www.morningstarcorp.com/charge-rating/6-amp-solar-charge-controllers/ 32 32 SK-6 https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/sunkeeper/sk-6/ Sat, 21 Dec 2013 23:35:03 +0000 https://www.morningstarcorp.com/?post_type=products&p=2647 The post SK-6 appeared first on Morningstar Corporation.

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]]> SHS https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/shs/ Mon, 04 Nov 2013 15:42:39 +0000 https://www.morningstarcorp.com/?page_id=1695 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.

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  • 6 amp model
  • 10 amp model
  • 6 amp NL model
  • 10 amp NL model

    • Morningstar’s well-known high quality and reliability is now available in a low cost solar controller. The SHS™ Controller is ideal for rural electrification systems with one to three solar panels. This controller was designed for markets outside the USA and Canada, and meets World Bank specifications and provides many features and benefits. The SHS Night Light version has automatic lighting control.




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    How to Buy

    Key features and benefits

    • Low Cost
      The SHS was specifically designed to meet the needs of the rural
      electrification market. The low cost resulted from using the latest
      electronic technology and high volume manufacturing.
    • Designed for High Quality and Reliability
      The SHS controller has no moving parts which greatly reduces
      failure rates.
    • Electronic Protections
      The SHS has built-in electronic fuses that do not require
      replacement. Any wiring mistakes during installation will not damage the
      controller.
    • Tropicalization
      The SHS electronics are protected with a moisture-tight coating,
      minimizing damage from humidity and from nesting insects.
    • Easy to Use
      The SHS controller is fully automatic and requires no adjustments
      or user selections.
    • Reduces Cost of Battery Replacements
      The low voltage disconnect will increase battery life. The loads are automatically disconnected when the battery is low and automatically reconnected after the battery is recharged. Complete charging will increase battery life and storage capacity. The controller will maximize the amount of solar energy into the battery and avoid drying out the battery.
    • Provides Useful Information
      LEDs display status information and battery level which helps the
      user to better operate the solar power system.

    Specifications and Certifications

    ModelSHS-6SHS-10SHS-NL-6SHS-NL-10
    Charge Rating 6 amps 10 amps 6 amps 10 amps
    Nominal Battery Voltage 12V 12V 12V 12V
    Self-Consumption 8mA max. 8mA max. 8mA max. 8mA max.
    Operating Temperature Range -25 C to +50C -25 C to +50C -25 C to +50C -25 C to +50C
    Warranty 2 Years 2 Years 2 Years 2 Years
    CE compliant Yes Yes Yes Yes
    Manufactured in a Certified ISO 9001 Facility Yes Yes Yes Yes

    Datasheets

    Download the SHS Solar Charge Controller Datasheet.

    Operation Manuals

    Download the SHS Solar Charge Controller Manual.

    Applications

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    ]]>         SunKeeper https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/sunkeeper/ Mon, 04 Nov 2013 15:37:32 +0000 https://www.morningstarcorp.com/?page_id=1580 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.

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  • 6 amp version
  • 12 amp version

    • SunKeeper™ solar controller provides a low cost regulated output directly from the solar module to maximize battery life in small solar power applications. The SunKeeper is epoxy encapsulated and rated for outdoor use. By mounting directly to the module junction box and wiring through the junction box knockout, the connection is weather-proof. This eliminates the need for an additional housing for the controller.

    “This is a great little unit…an outstanding charge controller”




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    How to Buy

    Key features and benefits

    • High Temperature Rated
      Rated to 70°C to operate in high temperatures at the solar module.
      More reliable than controllers mounted inside the junction box. Uses
      very low on-resistance power MOSFET’s. No need to re-rate.
    • Outdoor Rated Rugged Design
      ETL approved for outdoor use without an additional enclosure. Rugged
      IP65, UV resistant case. Epoxy encapsulated printed circuit board and watertight connection to the module junction box.
    • Ideal for Oil/Gas Applications
      Specifically designed for solar power systems in the oil/gas industry.
      Approved for use in Class 1, Division 2, Groups A,B,C,D.
    • Extensive Electronic Protections
      Fully protected against reverse polarity, short circuit, overcurrent, lightning and transient surges, high temperature and reverse current at night.
    • Longer Battery Life
      Series PWM with 3 stage charging: bulk, PWM regulation and float.
      Includes temperature compensation at the controller or alternatively at
      the battery when using optional remote temperature sensor. Able to
      charge a zero voltage battery.
    • More Information
      Bi-color LED is easy to read from the ground when the solar module
      is pole-mounted. Indicates solar charging, regulation, normal nighttime operation and any controller or system faults.
    • Easy to Install
      Fits standard half inch conduit knockout (PG 13.5, M20) in module
      junction box. Quickly fastens with included locknut. Wires have fork
      connectors for easy connection to solar module terminals.

    Specifications and Certifications

    ModelSK-6SK-12

    Charge Rating 6 amps 12 amps
    Max. PV Open Circuit Voltage (Voc) 30 volts 30 volts
    Nominal Battery Voltage 12V 12V
    Self-Consumption 2-7 mA 2-7 mA
    Minimum Battery Voltage 0V 0V
    Voltage Accuracy +/- 150mV +/- 150mV
    Operating Temperature Range -40 C to +70C -40 C to +70C
    Warranty 5 Years 5 Years
    CE and RoHS compliant Yes Yes
    Approved for use in Hazardous Locations: Class 1, Division
    2, Groups A-D    		 Yes Yes
    Manufactured in a Certified ISO 9001 Facility Yes Yes

    Datasheets

    Download the SunKeeper Solar Charge Controller Datasheet.

    Operation Manuals

    Download the SunKeeper Solar Charge Controller Manual.

    Applications

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    Accessories

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    ]]>         SunSaver https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/sunsaver/ Mon, 04 Nov 2013 15:27:15 +0000 https://www.morningstarcorp.com/?page_id=1451 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.

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  • straight view

    • Since the introduction in 1996, more than 1.5 million SunSaver Controllers have set the standard for reliability and performance in demanding oilfield and mining installations in nearly 90 countries around the globe. Today, SunSaver is the world’s leading small solar controller for industrial and consumer markets, proven in mission critical applications where failure is simply not an option.

    This third generation SunSaver brings over two decades of advances in software and electronics to the same rugged, hardened design that made the original famous. Own both a legend and the latest in a single product.

    “This is the only one I’d use…it’s the one I wish I bought first”




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    How to Buy

    Key features and benefits

    • Extremely High Reliability
      • Failure rate of less than 1 per 1,000 shipped (<0.1%)
      • 100% solid state. Power MOSFET design
      • Manufactured in an ISO 9001 factory
      • 100% pre-shipment functional testing
    • Easy to Install and Use
      • Factory pre-sets result in no required install settings
      • Electronic protections prevent damage from wiring mistakes
      • Fully automatic operation and fault recovery
      • Additional features include full electronic protections, 3-state
      battery LED indicators, terminal cover, dead battery recovery,
      high voltage load protection for sensitive loads
      • Wire terminal cover included with every SunSaver
    • Longer Battery Life
      • Series design (not shunt) for cool operation
      • Longer battery life through PWM 4-stage charging and
      temperature compensation
      • Sealed or flooded battery select
      • Low voltage load disconnect on several versions
    • Designed for Harsh Environments
      • Temperature rating of -40°C to +60°C
      • Ideal for Oil/Gas applications. Approved for use in hazardous
      locations: Class 1, Division 2, Groups A-D
      • Tropicalization—hardened for field use with anodized aluminum
      enclosure, epoxy encapsulation, marine-rated terminals

    Specifications and Certifications

    ModelSS-6-12VSS-6L-12VSS-10-12VSS-10L-12VSS-10L-24VSS-20L-12VSS-20L-24V

    *In periods following excessive battery drain, provided the controller is not power cycled, the controller can self-recover from a battery voltage of 1V and provide intermittent charging operation up to 6V at which normal operation will resume.
    Charge Rating 6 amps 6 amps 10 amps 10 amps 10 amps 20 amps 20 amps
    Max. PV Open Circuit Voltage (Voc) 30 volts 30 volts 30 volts 30 volts 60 volts 30 volts 60 volts
    Nominal Battery Voltage 12V 12V 12V 12V 24V 12V 24V
    Minimum Battery Voltage 6V* 6V* 6V* 6V* 6V* 6V* 6V*
    Load Control No Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes
    Voltage Accuracy +/- 25mV +/- 25mV +/- 25mV +/- 25mV +/- 48mV +/- 25mV +/- 48mV
    Operating Temperature Range -40 C to +60C -40 C to +60C -40 C to +60C -40 C to +60C -40 C to +60C -40 C to +60C -40 C to +60C
    Warranty 5 Years 5 Years 5 Years 5 Years 5 Years 5 Years 5 Years
    CE and RoHS compliant Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
    TAA compliant Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
    Approved for use in Hazardous Locations: Class 1, Division 2, Groups A-D Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
    ETL Listed [UL-1741 and Canadian CSA C22.2 No.107.1.01] Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
    FCC Class B Part 15 Compliant Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
    Manufactured in a Certified ISO 9001 Facility Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

    Datasheets

    Download the SunSaver Solar Charge Controller Datasheet.

    Operation Manuals

    Download the SunSaver Solar Charge Controller Manual.

    Applications

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    Accessories

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