For off-grid homes and remote sites that want one controller with full networking, a load output and Morningstar’s fanless reliability. Hard to justify for a simple RV or cabin system.
Amazon $1,422 NAZ Solar Electric $1,348
For off-grid homes and remote sites that want one controller with full networking, a load output and Morningstar’s fanless reliability. Hard to justify for a simple RV or cabin system.
- 80 ACharge current
- 12/24/48 VBattery
- 200 V maxPV input
- 99%Efficiency
- 5 yearsWarranty
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- Handles about 6,400 W of panels on a 48 V bank, with room to oversize
- Bluetooth, Ethernet and a built-in screen with no extra modules
- A 30 A load output can run lights or other DC loads directly
- Fanless, with a five-year warranty
- Costs far more per amp than most MPPT controllers
- Shunt, BMS and relay features are paid add-on modules
- Heavy at over 14 lb
The Morningstar GenStar MPPT family
Every Morningstar GenStar MPPT model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own type.
| Model | Charge current | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morningstar GenStar MPPT 60 | 60 A | 3.8/5 | $992 |
| Morningstar GenStar MPPT 80 (this one) | 80 A | 3.8/5 | $1,172 |
| Morningstar GenStar MPPT 100 | 100 A | 3.8/5 | $1,348 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 4 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its type. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | GS-MPPT-80M-200V |
|---|---|
| Charging | |
| Type | MPPT solar charge controller |
| Charge current | 80 A |
| Battery voltage | 12/24/48 V |
| Lithium profile | Yes |
| Custom profile | Yes |
| Temperature sensor | Included |
| Peak efficiency | 99% |
| Standby draw | 200 mA |
| Inputs | |
| Max PV voltage (Voc) | 200 V |
| Max PV power (12 V) | 1,075 W |
| Max PV power (48 V) | 4,300 W |
| Monitoring and build | |
| Bluetooth | Built in |
| Display | Yes |
| Load output | Yes |
| Cooling | passive (fanless) |
| Water resistance | IP20 |
| Dimensions | 360.4 x 222 x 170.2 mm (14.2 x 8.75 x 6.70 in) |
| Weight | 15.6 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years |
| Released | 2023-06 |
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