Victron energy BlueSolar MPPT 150/35 User Manual

MPPT solar charger manual
BlueSolar MPPT 150/35 & 150/45
Rev 05 - 09/2023
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Victron energy BlueSolar MPPT 150/35 Specifications

General

Model	BlueSolar MPPT 150/35
Category	Controller
Maximum PV open circuit voltage	150 V
Maximum output current	35 A
Efficiency	98%
Protection category	IP22
Humidity	95%, non-condensing
Battery voltage	12/24/48V
Self consumption	10mA
Operating temperature	-30°C to +60°C
Bluetooth compatibility	Yes, via optional VE.Direct Bluetooth Smart dongle
Protection	Short circuit, reverse polarity

Summary

Safety precautions

General safety precautions

Read this manual carefully for installation, operation, and maintenance.

Wiring safety precautions

Use flexible multi-stranded copper cable for battery and PV connections.

Symbols used on the enclosure

Explanation of symbols found on the solar charger enclosure.

FCC and Industry Canada Compliance

Device compliance with FCC and Industry Canada regulations.

Introduction

Battery voltage, PV voltage and current rating

Details the charger's compatibility with different battery and PV voltages and currents.

Features

Automatic battery voltage detection

Automatic detection of system voltage (12V, 24V, 36V, 48V) on first power-up.

Outstanding MPPT algorithm

Ultra-fast MPPT tracking for maximum energy harvest, even in changing light.

Outstanding conversion efficiency

High efficiency exceeding 98%, allowing fanless operation up to 40°C.

Extensive electronic protection

Protection against over-temperature, PV reverse polarity, and reverse current.

VictronConnect app

App for monitoring, operation, configuration, and firmware updates.

Display

Options include VictronConnect app, GX device, VRM Portal, or MPPT Control.

VE.Direct port

Port for communication, monitoring, and external control.

Load output

Features a virtual load output for compensating missing physical load output.

Battery charging

Details the adaptive 3-stage charging process (Bulk, Absorption, Float).

Temperature sensing

Enables temperature compensated charging using internal or external sensors.

Voltage sensing

Measures battery voltage to compensate for voltage losses.

Remote on/off

Allows remote switching via an optional VE.Direct cable.

WireBox

Optional protective cover for terminals, enhancing safety.

Installation

Mounting

Vertical mounting on non-flammable substrate with terminals facing down.

Battery

Battery supply protection via fuse and correct cable selection.

PV array

Requirements for PV array configuration, voltage, and panel types.

Grounding

Guidelines for proper grounding to prevent system issues.

Connection overview

Diagram showing connection terminals and their identification.

Electrical connections

Correct order and procedure for connecting battery, PV, and VE.Direct.

Connect the MPPT Control display

Instructions for connecting the optional MPPT Control display.

Configuration and settings

How to change settings

Methods for changing settings: VictronConnect, rotary switch, MPPT Control.

Settings via the VictronConnect app

Comprehensive settings and firmware updates via the VictronConnect app.

Settings via the rotary switch

Select from eight pre-programmed battery charge algorithms.

Settings via MPPT Control display

Configure charger settings via the optional MPPT Control display.

All settings explained

Detailed explanation of all user-configurable charger settings.

Battery settings

Configure battery voltage, charge current, and battery presets.

Load output settings

Configures operation modes for the VE.Direct TX port.

Streetlight settings

Automatically controls night lighting based on sunset/sunrise.

TX port settings

Configures TX port for PWM signals, energy metering, or virtual load output.

RX port settings

Receives signals for remote control (e.g., BMS on/off).

Updating firmware

Procedure to check and update the charger's firmware.

VE.Smart Networking

Wireless network for sharing data between Victron devices.

Setting up the network

Steps to create or join a VE.Smart Network.

Check the network

Verifies active communication between networked devices.

Operation

Start up

Charger powers up on connection and communicates via VE.Direct.

Battery charging

Charging starts when PV voltage exceeds battery voltage by 5V.

Automatic equalization

Configurable automatic equalization to balance battery cells.

Lithium batteries

Default and recommended settings for LiFePO4 batteries.

Shutdown and restart procedure

Safe procedure to shut down and restart the solar charger.

Monitoring

LED indications

LEDs indicate operational status, charge stages, and fault conditions.

Error codes

Overview of error codes displayed via LEDs, app, or GX device.

Monitoring via the VictronConnect app

Monitor charger status, historical data, and operational warnings.

Monitoring via a GX device and VRM

Access charger data via GX device and monitor remotely via VRM.

Troubleshooting

Solar charger is damaged

Inspect for mechanical damage, burnt terminals, or water damage.

Solar charger is unresponsive

Troubleshoot when no LEDs are active and communication fails.

Solar charger is off

Identify reasons for the charger being off, like low PV power.

Settings being edited on an external display

Charging is temporarily disabled during external display configuration.

Disabled in the settings

Ensure the charger is enabled in the VictronConnect app settings.

Disabled by remote or BMS

Check VE.Direct RX port for remote/BMS control.

Low lithium battery temperature

Charging suspended if battery temperature is too low to prevent damage.

Solar charger is externally controlled

External systems govern charging permissions and settings.

Batteries are not charged

Scenarios where charger is active but batteries are not charging.

Battery is full

Charger stops or reduces current when battery is full; this is normal.

Battery not connected

Proper battery connection is crucial for charging.

Reverse battery polarity

Check for swapped battery cables, which can damage the charger.

Battery settings too low

Inadequate charging due to low voltage or current settings.

PV voltage too high

Charger ceases charging and errors if PV voltage exceeds limit.

Reverse PV polarity

Internal protection guards PV input against reverse polarity.

Batteries are undercharged

Explores reasons for inadequate battery charging.

Insufficient solar supply

Check if charger reaches float stage; analyze history for charge stage durations.

DC load too high

Battery charging occurs only when PV power exceeds system DC loads.

Battery cable voltage drop

Voltage drop in cables leads to undercharging.

Temperature compensation setting incorrect

Improper configuration leads to undercharged or overcharged batteries.

Temperature difference between solar charger and battery

Equal ambient temperatures are crucial for optimal charging.

Batteries are overcharged

WARNING: Overcharging can be dangerous; risks include explosion, fire, acid leakage.

Battery old, faulty or undersized

Old, faulty, or undersized batteries may be susceptible to overcharging.

Solar charger not achieving full output

Reasons why the solar charger might not be reaching its full-rated output.

PV yield lower than expected

Check charger history for Pmax and compare with array power.

Maximum output power relates to battery voltage

Output power depends on battery voltage and rated current.

Temperature above 40°C

Output derates above 40°C; consider mounting for heat dissipation.

PV connections burned or melted

Burned or melted connections are not covered under warranty.

Communication Issues

Problems connecting to VictronConnect app or other devices.

VE.Direct port

Common issues with the VE.Direct port or cable.

VE.Smart Networking

Troubleshooting wireless communication network issues.

Miscellaneous Issues

Issues not covered in previous troubleshooting chapters.

Error code overview

Overview of error codes displayed via LEDs, app, or GX device.

Error 28 - Power stage issue

Error related to the power stage of the charger.

Error 33 - PV over voltage

Error resets automatically when PV voltage drops to a safe limit.

Error 38, 39 - PV Input shutdown

PV Input internally shorted to protect battery from overcharging.

Error 80 to 88 - PV Input shutdown

PV Input internally shorted to protect battery from overcharging.

Error 116 - Calibration data lost

Error 116 indicates faulty unit or data lost during factory init.

Error 117 - Incompatible firmware

Indicates an incomplete firmware update.

Error 119 - Settings data lost

Charger cannot read configuration; requires reset to factory defaults.

Technical specifications

Specifications 150/35 and 150/45

Detailed technical specifications for the MPPT 150/35 and 150/45 models.

Dimension drawings

Provides dimension drawings for the 100/35 and 150/45 models.