Xantrex C-Series Solar Charge Controller - 12 Amps

The C-Series Solar Charge Controller - 12 Amps is an essential device for marine and boating enthusiasts, ensuring efficient management of your solar power system. Whether you're powering your boat's lighting, charging batteries, or managing various electrical loads, the C12 provides reliable and sophisticated control tailored to the demands of the marine environment.

Product Overview

The C12 Solar Charge Controller excels in providing three-stage pulse width modulated (PWM) charging, ensuring optimal battery health and performance. With user-definable voltage parameters and automatic equalization, it adapts to various battery types and usage scenarios commonly found in marine settings.

Load Control Features

Designed with the unique needs of boating in mind, the C12 includes field-adjustable low voltage disconnect and reconnect points to protect your batteries from deep discharge. A five-minute low battery disconnect signal safeguards your electrical systems by preventing damage from prolonged low voltage conditions. Additionally, the controller integrates seamlessly as an automatic lighting controller for your vessel.

Lighting Control Capabilities

The C12 offers customizable lighting run times from two to eight hours or can be configured for dusk to dawn operation, providing flexibility for various lighting applications on your boat. Whether it's for deck lighting, navigation lights, or interior illumination, the C12 ensures reliable and energy-efficient operation. An optional battery temperature sensor enhances charging efficiency by adjusting to battery temperature variations.

Key Features

• Enhanced battery life with pulse width modulated (PWM) multi-stage temperature compensated charging
• Two-year standard warranty
• PV charge and load controller functionalities
• Automatic and adjustable lighting controller
• Electronic protection against short-circuits, overloads, over-temperature, and reverse polarity
• Durable design with conformal-coated boards and a powder-coated enclosure, ideal for harsh marine environments
• Field-adjustable voltage and battery set points for customized performance
• Automatic battery disconnect during low power conditions to preserve battery life
• Compatible with both negative ground and ungrounded electrical systems commonly found on boats

Specifications

Feature	Specification
Maximum Current	12 Amps
Charging Stages	Three-stage PWM
Adjustable Lighting Run Time	2 to 8 hours or dusk to dawn
Temperature Sensor	Optional for temperature-compensated charging
System Compatibility	Negative ground and ungrounded systems

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Diisononyl Phthalate (DINP) which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, and Di-isodecyl Phthalate (DIDP) which is known to the State of California to cause reproductive harm. For more information go to P65Warnings.ca.gov.

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