Charge Controllers
The FLEXmax family of charge controllers is the latest innovation in Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) charge controllers from OutBack Power Systems. The innovative FLEXmax MPPT software algorithm is both continuous and active, increasing your photovoltaic array power yield up to 30% compared to non-MPPT controllers. Thanks to active cooling and intelligent thermal management cooling, FLEXmax charge controllers can operate at their full maximum current rating, 60 Amps or 80 Amps, in ambient temperatures as high as 104°F (40°C).
Included in all of the FLEXmax Charge Controllers are the revolutionary features first developed by OutBack Power, including support for a wide range of nominal battery voltages and the ability to step-down a higher voltage solar array to recharge a lower voltage battery bank. A built-in, backlit 80-character display shows the current status and logged system performance data for the last 128 days at the touch of a button. The integrated OutBack network communications allows FLEXmax series Charge Controllers to be remotely programmed and monitored via a MATE system display and provides unrivalled complete system integration.
Monitoring Devices
The OutBack Power Systems FLEXnet DC is the ultimate in DC System monitoring devices. Integrated networked communications make valuable, usable data available from your system, viewable on an OutBack MATE communications device (screens seen below), providing you with the answers you need concerning your system's health, performance and efficiency. The FLEXnet DC provides real state-of-charge (S.O.C.) information about the life and state of your battery bank.
Inverters / Chargers
OutBack inverter/chargers are the next generation in advanced power management. Each is a DC to AC sinewave inverter, battery charger and AC transfer switch housed within a tough die-cast aluminium chassis. Just like the local utility grid, the inverter produces true sinewave AC electricity for your stand-alone or back-up power needs.
OutBack develops power systems that are fully customisable to address your specific needs. They created the world’s first group of inverter/chargers that use a truly modular architecture, using the “stacking” technique to enable you to tailor your system for higher output power, increased charging capabilities and/or three-phase power configuration. Whether stacked in parallel, classic series, series/parallel or three-phase, there is always an inverter/charger which performs the task of Master.
Sealed Inverter/Chargers are designed to survive in environments that would normally destroy other inverter/chargers. Protection for internal components is provided by a die-cast aluminium chassis with a powder coated finish to prevent corrosion. Internal and external cooling fins allow for heat transfer, enabling peak operating efficiencies as high as 93%. Water and small particles are kept out through the use of gaskets and O-ring seals on all seams and openings. A protective conformal coating on all circuit boards provides the final line of defence against corrosion. The externally mounted “TURBO” cooling system improves performance in hot conditions.
Vented Inverter/Chargers are designed for more protected installations. By utilizing an efficient active cooling design, the VFX models are available with AC output up to 3.6 kilowatts. The tough die-cast aluminium chassis physically protects the internal components while the air intake includes an easily cleaned filter, which allows for ventilation while also keeping bugs and other debris out. All circuit boards are conformal coated to prevent corrosion from airborne moisture In humid conditions. The DC wiring cover (DCC) protects the DC terminals and battery cables from damage.
Use of OutBack products for telecommunication sites
Ideally suited for telecom power supplies, any of the components of the OutBack suite can provide a reliable, stable and affordable solution for these sites.
The Flexmax charge controllers with their intelligent MPPT optimise the gain from the solar resource. The ability to step-down a higher solar array voltage to a lower battery voltage means that it is possible to use smaller cable sizes and reduce cable losses. Also the comprehensive and adjustable charging functions mean that a wide range of different battery types and models can be incorporated to provide clean base or backup power to the most sensitive equipment.
If the FX or VFX inverters/battery chargers are integrated into the system, these can provide either a means of providing a UPS facility with an ultra-fast transfer time of less than 16mS, or a means of incorporating additional AC sources to charge batteries such as a generator.
The integrated OutBack network communications allows OutBack equipment to be remotely programmed and monitored via a MATE system display and provides unrivaled system integration. It is a complete management tool for your OutBack Power system. Through the use of a single MATE you can remotely manage and monitor multiple inverter/chargers, Flexmax and any future OutBack power conversion and control products. A built-in clock and calendar function enables timer-based programming of inverter and charger operation. This allows you to set the system to work with time-of-day power rates or to limit a generator's run time to a specific time period of the day or week.
All of your settings are stored in permanent memory to eliminate the need to re-programme in the event of a system shutdown or battery replacement. The MATE includes a RS232 port with DB9 jack for connection to the serial port of a PC computer or modem. Through the use of optional WinVerter software you can perform such operations as data logging and graphical display of the system's operation and performance.
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