Xantrex C-Series Solar Charge Controller - C12

The C12 charge, lighting, or load controller is uniquely sophisticated. As a charge controller, it features three-stage charging, user definable voltage parameters, and automatic equalization. Standard in the C12's load control circuitry are field adjustable low voltage disconnect and reconnect points, along with a five-minute low battery disconnect signal. The C12 also functions as a lighting controller. Lighting run time is adjustable from two to eight hours or can be set from dusk to dawn operation. It is used worldwide in a variety of applications, including remote village lighting systems and automatic outdoor lighting. An optional battery temperature sensor manages battery charging based on battery temperature.

Features:

• PV charge and load controller
• Automatic lighting controller
• Electronic detection of short-circuit, overload, over-temperature and reverse polarity conditions
• Tolerance to hostile environments with conformal-coated boards and powder-coated enclosure
• Field adjustable voltage and battery set point
• Automatically disconnects from the battery at night
• Compatible with negative ground and ungrounded systems

Electrical Specifications:

• Rated PV current: 12A at 12V only
• Max. DC load: 12A with auto reset
• Min. operating voltage: 6V
• Max. PV open circuit array voltage: 25V
• Max. voltage drop (PV to battery): 0.3V
• Max. voltage drop (battery to DC load): 0.5V
• Regulation setting: 13 to 15V
• Equalize setting: Bulk plus 1V for two hours
• Max. stranded wire size: #10 AWG stranded (5.2 mm2)
• Typical consumption while charging: 0.007A
• Typical consumption with load disconnected: 0.003A

General Specifications:

• Power Consumption (Night Time): 0.003A
• Enclosure material: Powder coated steel with strain relief for wiring and knockouts for up to 3.5 in conduits
• Product weight: 0.9 kg (2.0 lbs)
• Shipping weight: 1.1 kg (2.5 lbs)
• Product dimensions (H x W x D): 16.5 x 11.0 x 4.0 cm (6.5" x 4.3" x 1.6")
• Shipping dimensions (H x W x D): 20.3 x 11.7 x 4.0 cm (8.0" x 4.6" x 1.6")
• Device mounting: Vertical wall mount – indoor only
• Ambient air temperature for operation: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)