Trace C12 Charge Controller

The C12 is a 12 Amp 3 Stage Solar Charge, DC Load and Auto Lighting Controller from Trace Engineering.   The most advanced small system controller available.   It brings Intelligent microprocessor control and unsurpassed reliability to even the smallest PV systems at an affordable price. The C 12's field configurability and feature packed design makes it the only small PV controller you'll need!

	Silent, solid state, series pulse width modulated (PWM) charge control with 3-stage (bulk absorb, & float).
	Field adjustable set-points with removable knobs to reduce tampering (bulk range: 13.0 to 17.0 VDC).
	Electronic short circuit overload, over-temperature and reverse polarity protection improves reliability
	Automatic reset of overload protection system - eliminates problems of tripped breakers and blown fuses.
	High efficiency "No diode" design without electronics in the negative conductors (as per NEC code).
	Optional plug-in/replaceable temperature compensation sensor - ideal for sealed batteries.
	Continuous rating of 12 amps @ 113oF/45oC and 8 amps @ 150oF/65oC for severe environments.
	Designed for 15 amps of short-circuit PV array current (typically about four 50 watt modules).
	Two stage lightning and surge suppression through both active and passive protection components.
	Equalize mode (@ bulk + 1 volt DC for2 hours) with automatic activation every 30 days or if LVD is reached (defeatable).

	Automatic low voltage disconnect (LVD) with adjustable set-point (LVD range 10.5 to 12.5 VDC).
	Automatic low voltage reconnect (LVR) with adjustable set-point (LVR range 12.0 to 140 VDC).
	Selectable automatic or manual reconnection of loads after low voltage disconnect occurs.
	Electronic short-circuit overload, over-temperature and reverse polarity protection improves reliability
	Continuous rating of 12 amps @ 113oF/45oC and 8amps @ 150oF/65oC for severe environments.
	Low voltage disconnect warning system - blinks loads on-off-on when the battery voltage is below the low voltage disconnect setting after a two minute delay Loads are then disconnected after 5 minute additional time delay unless loads have been reduced and voltage has risen above the low voltage disconnect set-point.
	Manual reset switch on bottom of enclosure allows one-time 10 minute grace period for operation of DC loads after reset has accurred Additional pushes have no effect until voltage reaches the low voltage reconnect setting.

	Automatic control of lighting systems with nighttime detection by using the PVarrayas a photocell.
	Adjustable run duration from 2 to 8 hours or "dusk to dawn"all night operation of lights, unless LVD is reached.
	Electronic short-circuit overload, over-temperature and reverse polarity protection improves reliability
	Continuous rating of 12 amps @ 113oF/450C and 8 amps @ 150oF/65oC for severe environments.
	Manual reset switch on bottom of enclosure allows testing of lights during daytime or after LVD has occurred

	Village Power
	Cabin / Vacation Homes
	Outdoor Area Lighting
	Sign Lighting
	Bus Shelters
	Telecommunication

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C 12 - Solar Charge and Load Controller

P/N 33722   $110.00 Qty.

BTS- 15 - Battery Temperature Sensor Recommended option with 15 foot cable.

P/N 53037   $29.00 Qty.

BTS-35 - Battery Temperature Sensor Same as above with 35 foot cable.

P/N 53063 $32.00 Qty.

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