OutBack Power FLEXmax 100 User Manual

900-0209-01-00 Rev A 7
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a FLEXmax 100 Series Charge Controller. These charge controllers offer an
efficient, safe, multi-stage recharging process that prolongs battery life and assures peak performance
from a PV array of up to 300 open-circuit volts (V
oc
).
Audience
This manual provides instructions for installation, setup, and operation of the product. These instructions
are for use by qualified personnel who meet all local and governmental code requirements for licensing
and training for the installation of electrical power systems with AC and DC voltage up to 600 volts.
Failure to install or use this equipment as instructed in the literature can result in damage to the
equipment that may not be covered under the limited warranty. This product is only serviceable by
qualified personnel.
IMPORTANT:
This manual provides safety guidelines and installation information for the FLEXmax 100
charge controller. It does not provide information about specific brands of PV modules and it
supplies limited information on batteries. Contact the supplier of the PV modules or batteries
for additional information.
Features
The FLEXmax 100 charge controller uses continuous Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT). This
function continuously seeks out the maximum power available from a PV array and harvests it. This
power is used to recharge the batteries. See page 66 for a description of MPPT.
The FLEXmax 100 has the following features:

Designed for operation as part of an OutBack Grid/Hybrid™ system
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Supports 24, 36, and 48 Vdc battery voltages
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Wide input voltage range allows the use of a PV array configuration up to 300 V
oc

Controls an equalization cycle manually or automatically
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Rain-proof enclosure
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Logs up to 128 days of operational data
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Field-upgradeable firmware

Can be remotely monitored and configured (up to 300 feet or 100 meters away) using MATE3s system display
~ MATE3s must use firmware revision 001.002.000 or higher
~ This product is not intended for use with the previous MATE, MATE2, or MATE3 products

Supports the OPTICS RE™ online tool
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for a cloud-based remote monitoring and control application
~ Requires the MATE3s or the AXS Port
~ Visit www.outbackpower.com to download the software
Firmware
This manual covers FLEXmax 100 firmware revision 001.001.000 or higher.
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OutBack Power FLEXmax 100 Specifications

General

Brand	OutBack Power
Model	FLEXmax 100
Category	Controller
Language	English