{"product_id":"morningstar-tristar-45a-pwm-solar-wind-controller-for-caravans-motorhomes-boats-and-yachts-ts-45","title":"Morningstar TriStar 45A PWM solar \/ wind controller for caravans, motorhomes, boats and yachts","description":"\u003c!-- \n  ***********************************************************\n  EBAY LISTING DATA\n  ***********************************************************\n  OPTIMIZED EBAY TITLE (80 Chars): Morningstar TriStar TS-45 PWM Solar Charge Controller 45A 12V 24V 48V Off-Grid\n  SEO NOTES: Grounded in SKU research for Morningstar TS-45. 45 Amp capacity. \n  Compatible with 12V\/24V\/48V systems. Includes three-function versatility.\n--\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.6; color: #333333; max-width: 900px; margin: 0 auto;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n  {\n    \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\",\n    \"@type\": \"Product\",\n    \"name\": \"Morningstar TriStar TS-45 PWM Solar Charge Controller\",\n    \"description\": \"High-reliability 45 Amp PWM solar charge controller with three-function versatility: solar charging, load control, or diversion regulation. Supports 12V, 24V, and 48V systems.\",\n    \"brand\": { \"@type\": \"Brand\", \"name\": \"Solarika\" },\n    \"sku\": \"TS-45\",\n    \"mpn\": \"TS-45\",\n    \"offers\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Offer\",\n      \"url\": \"https:\/\/Solarika.co.uk\/products\/{{ product.handle }}\",\n      \"priceCurrency\": \"GBP\",\n      \"price\": \"{{ product.price | money_without_currency }}\",\n      \"availability\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/InStock\"\n    }\n  }\n  \u003c\/script\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2c3e50; color: #ffffff; padding: 40px 20px; text-align: center; border-radius: 6px 6px 0 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch1 style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 28px; letter-spacing: 1px; text-transform: uppercase; color: #ffffff;\"\u003eTriStar TS-45 Solar Controller\u003c\/h1\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 0; font-size: 18px; color: #ecf0f1;\"\u003e45 Amp | 12-48V | Professional PWM Regulation\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-top: none; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-top: 0;\"\u003eThe Morningstar TriStar TS-45 is a sophisticated three-function controller that provides reliable solar battery charging, load control, or diversion regulation. Designed for both residential and professional off-grid applications, it features a robust, fan-less thermal design that ensures long-term reliability even in harsh environments. With its ability to auto-detect system voltage (12V, 24V, or 48V), it is one of the most versatile PWM controllers on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f8f9fa; border-left: 5px solid #27ae60; padding: 15px; margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong style=\"color: #27ae60;\"\u003eRELIABILITY:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built with a large heat sink and conservative electronic design for full-power operation up to 60°C without de-rating.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; margin-top: 20px; gap: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 300px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius: 6px; padding: 20px; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"color: #2c3e50; border-bottom: 2px solid #3498db; padding-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cul style=\"list-style-type: none; padding: 0; margin: 0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cli style=\"padding: 10px 0; border-bottom: 1px dashed #eee;\"\u003e✔ 3-in-1: Charge, Load, or Diversion modes\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli style=\"padding: 10px 0; border-bottom: 1px dashed #eee;\"\u003e✔ Multi-Voltage (12V, 24V, 48V)\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli style=\"padding: 10px 0; border-bottom: 1px dashed #eee;\"\u003e✔ RS-232 Communication Port\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli style=\"padding: 10px 0; border-bottom: 1px dashed #eee;\"\u003e✔ Fully Adjustable via DIP switches\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli style=\"padding: 10px 0; border-bottom: 1px dashed #eee;\"\u003e✔ Passive Convection Cooling (No Fans)\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 300px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius: 6px; padding: 20px; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"color: #2c3e50; border-bottom: 2px solid #3498db; padding-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eTechnical Specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRated Current:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e45 Amps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSystem Voltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e12V, 24V, 48V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax Solar Voc:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e125V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e26.0 x 12.7 x 7.1 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e1.6 kg (3.5 lbs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWire Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003eUp to 35mm² (#2 AWG)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 30px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"background-color: #34495e; color: #fff; padding: 12px 15px; margin: 0; border-radius: 6px 6px 0 0; text-align: center;\"\u003eCompatibility \/ Fitment Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n        \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #ecf0f1;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003eBattery Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003eSystem Application\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n        \u003ctbody\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eLead-Acid (Flooded)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSolar\/Wind\/Hydro\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eOptimized 4-stage charging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSealed\/AGM\/Gel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eOff-Grid Systems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAdjustable setpoints via DIP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDC Load Management\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTelecom\/SCADA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eLVD current compensated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 30px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"background-color: #34495e; color: #fff; padding: 12px 15px; margin: 0; border-radius: 6px 6px 0 0; text-align: center;\"\u003eOEM Cross Reference\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold; background-color: #f9f9f9; width: 30%;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMorningstar Corporation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold; background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003ePart Number (MPN)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTS-45\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold; background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003eSecondary SKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMS-TS-45, SLR-520-0045\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 30px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"background-color: #34495e; color: #fff; padding: 12px 15px; margin: 0; border-radius: 6px 6px 0 0; text-align: center;\"\u003eInstallation Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 20px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-top: none; background-color: #ffffff; color: #444; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eMount the controller vertically for optimal convection cooling. Ensure sufficient clearance (15cm) above and below the unit. Connect the battery first, then the solar array. For 48V systems, ensure the maximum input voltage (Voc) does not exceed 125V. Use the RS-232 port for advanced PC-based configuration if custom charging profiles are required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- QUESTIONS \u0026 ANSWERS SECTION --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 30px; background-color: #fcfcfc; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius: 6px; padding: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"color: #2c3e50; border-bottom: 2px solid #3498db; padding-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eQuestions \u0026amp; Answers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 5px 0; font-weight: bold; color: #333;\"\u003eIs this a genuine original part?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; color: #666; font-size: 15px;\"\u003eYes, this is a genuine Morningstar TriStar product, known globally for its extreme durability and precision engineering in professional solar installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 5px 0; font-weight: bold; color: #333;\"\u003eHow do I know if it is compatible?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; color: #666; font-size: 15px;\"\u003eWe recommend checking the SKU\/MPN (TS-45). This unit is compatible with 12V, 24V, or 48V battery banks and handles up to 45 Amps of current. It can be used for solar charging, load control, or diversion (e.g., wind\/hydro).\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 5px 0; font-weight: bold; color: #333;\"\u003eCan I use two TS-45 units together?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; color: #666; font-size: 15px;\"\u003eYes. Two or more controllers can be used in parallel for larger solar arrays (up to 300A or more) or to provide multiple functions (e.g., one for charging and one for load control).\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 30px; text-align: center; font-size: 14px; color: #7f8c8d; border-top: 1px solid #eee; padding-top: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Please verify your system voltage and solar array open-circuit voltage (Voc) against the references above before purchasing. 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