Product Description
Genasun GV-10 120W 10.5A Lithium MPPT Solar Charge Controller GV-10-Li-12.5V
Overview
A perfect match for your 140W panel. The ultra high-speed MPPT in the GV-10 is so effective it reduces your system cost per Watt.
- 10.5A 12.5V 120W
- 98.3% Peak Efficiency
- High-Speed MPPT
- Advanced electronic protections
- Tiny night consumption (0.9mA)
- 5-Year Warranty
A Perfect Match for your 140W Panel
The GV-10 was designed to maximize the usable energy from a 140W panel. With Continuous Maximum Power Point Tracking, and night consumption of only 0.9mA, the GV-10 delivers results. In fact, the GV-10 is so effective at increasing panel output, it lowers your system cost ($/W) compared to a PWM controller and larger panel.
Mission-Critical Reliability
Genasun controllers are deployed to the most remote locations on earth. They endure years at sea, harsh Antarctic winters, freezing conditions in the upper atmosphere on solar powered airplanes, and in a few off-the-map locations. Made in the USA, each controller is put through complete electrical testing to ensure reliability. If you need mission-critical power, this is your controller.
High-Speed MPPT: Always on Target
Not all Maximum Power Point Tracking controllers were created equally. Most use a sweep and sleep method that scans the entire voltage range every 30-60 seconds. That's okay for a clear day, but traditional controllers are constantly off target during changing cloud conditions – exactly when power is scarce and is needed the most. Genasun controllers adapt to changing light conditions 20 times every second. They are always on target, capturing every bit of available sunshine. Simply put, other controllers can't keep up.
Advanced Lithium Charging Algorithms
Our Lithium charging algorithms draw from nine years of experience building Lithium battery packs for harsh environments. We've worked with every chemistry, and have tailored charge profiles to help you get more capacity and cycle life from your battery pack.
Custom Voltages Available
Genasun stocks the GV-10 for lead-acid battery and for a variety of Lithium chemistries and cell configurations. A custom charge profile can be programmed at the factory to match the specs of your lead-acid or Li battery. To order a Custom Voltage controller, hit the "Customize" button in the SKU GV-10-Pb-CV or GV-10-Li-CV on the e-commerce page, and select the custom voltages from the drop-down menu. For further information drop us an email to techsupport @ sunforgellc.com.
Made in the USA
Features
Surviving the Storm with Low Power Burn
Every controller uses power. While a typical PWM controller burns 9mA, the Genasun GV-10 burns a scant 0.125mA. That slow burn is perfect for waiting out a snow-covered panel, or a few bad weeks of clouds.
Radio Silence
Most MPPT solar charge controllers broadcast Radio Frequency noise from the DC/DC conversion circuit. Unfiltered inputs and outputs waste energy and interfere with nearby or attached electronics. Genasun worked to eliminated RF emissions from our line of charge controllers. During third-party testing for FCC compliance, the test engineer asked us, “Is it on?”. Mission accomplished.
No Fans. No Relays.
Fans get clogged with dust and dirt. Relays eventually stop switching. Genasun controllers use advanced electrical design that obsoletes these parts. With fewer moving parts to wear out, Genasun controllers outlast the competition.
Fault Tolerance
Reverse polarity protection on battery and panel
Internal user-replaceable fuse
Warranty & Support
The GV-10 solar charge controllers carry a 5-year warranty on materials and workmanship. Genasun’s warranty does not cover damage due to abuse or operation beyond the rated specifications.
Specifications
For Lead-acid Batteries
| GV-10-Pb-12V | ||
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Recommended Panel Power: | 140 W | |
| Maximum Input Voltage: | 34 V | |
| Recommended Max Panel Voc at STC: | 27 V | |
| Maximum Input Short Circuit Current1: | 10.5 A | |
| Maximum Input Current2: | 19 A | |
| Nominal Battery Voltage: | 12 V | |
| Minimum Battery Voltage for Operation: | 8.5 V | |
| Rated Charging Current: | 10.5 A | |
| Input Voltage Range: | 0-34 V | |
| Operating Temperature: | -40°C - 85°C | |
| Maximum Full Power Operating Ambient3: | 70°C | |
| Charge Profile: | Multistage with Temperature Compensation | |
| Battery Type: | Lead-Acid FLOODED (jumper in place) | Lead-Acid SEALED (no jumper) |
| Equalization Voltage: | 15.0 V | - |
| Equalization Time: | 2 Hours | - |
| Equalization Interval: | 30 Days | - |
| Bulk Voltage: | 14.6 V | 14.3 V |
| Absorption Voltage: | 14.4 V | 14.1 V |
| Absorption Time: | 2.5 Hours | |
| Float Voltage: | 13.5 V | 13.7 V |
| Re-Absorb (Re-Bulk)4: | 12.5 V | |
| Battery Temperature Compensation: | -28 mV/°C (referred to 25 °C) | |
| Electrical Efficiency: | 96%-98% typical | |
| Standby Consumption: | 0.9 mA (900 uA) | |
| MPPT Tracking Speed: | 15 Hz | |
| Connection: | 4-position terminal block for 10 - 30 AWG wire | |
| Weight: | 6.5 oz (185 g) | |
| Dimensions: | 5.5" x 2.5" x 1.2" (14 cm x 6.5 cm x 3.1 cm) | |
| Environmental Protection: | IP40 (Nickel-Plated Brass & Stainless Hardware) | |
| Certifications: | cETLus Safety, Recognized Component cETLus HazLoc (C1D2), CE, FCC, RoHS | |
| Warranty: | 5 Years | |
For Lithium Batteries
| GV-10-Li-12.5V | GV-10-Li-14.2V | GV-10-Li-16.7V | GV-10-Li-CV | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum Recommended Panel Power | 120 W | 140 W | 160 W | (See specs for closest CC/CV voltage.) |
| Maximum Input Voltage: | 34 V | |||
| Recommended Max Panel Voc at STC: | 27 V | |||
| Maximum Input Short Circuit Current1: | 10.5 A | |||
| Maximum Input Current2: | 19 A | |||
| Nominal Battery Voltage: | 12 V | |||
| Minimum Battery Voltage for Operation: | 8.5 V | |||
| Rated Charging Current: | 10.5 A | |||
| Input Voltage Range: | 0-34 V | |||
| Operating Temperature: | -40°C - 85°C | |||
| Maximum Full Power Operating Ambient3: | 70°C | |||
| Charge Profile: | CC/CV | CC/CV or Multi-Stage | ||
| Battery Type | 3S Li-ion | 4S LiFePO4 | 4S Li-ion | Lithium |
| CV Voltage | 12.5 V | 14.2 V | 16.7 V | Custom Voltage |
| Battery Temperature Compensation | Disabled | |||
| Electrical Efficiency: | 96% - 98% typical | |||
| Standby Consumption: | 0.9 mA (900 uA) | |||
| MPPT Tracking Speed: | 15 Hz | |||
| Connection: | 4-position terminal block for 10-30 AWG wire | |||
| Weight: | 6.5 oz (185 g) | |||
| Dimensions: | 5.5" x 2.5" x 1.2" (14 cm x 6.5 cm x 3.1 cm) | |||
| Environmental Protection: | IP40 (Nickel-Plated Brass & Stainless Hardware) | |||
| Certifications: | cETLus Safety, Recognized Component cETLus HazLoc (C1D2), CE, FCC, RoHS | |||
| Warranty: | 5 Years | |||
(2) Max current that the controller could draw from an unlimited source. This specification is not intended for determining PV input.
(3) Max ambient temperature for full operating power.
(4) If the battery voltage drops below this point, the controller will attempt to run an absorption cycle. Otherwise, it will charge to the float voltage.
