SmartSolar MPPT VE.Can 150/100

VE.Can technology is a communication interface integrated into Victron Energy SmartSolar MPPT solar charge controllers. Its primary role is to enable a robust and synchronized multi-controller architecture, essential for large-scale solar systems. It facilitates wired connection to other Victron Energy GX devices, such as the Color Control GX, for centralized monitoring and control.

Ultra-fast MPPT technology significantly improves energy harvesting, especially in cloudy conditions where light intensity changes continuously. It can increase energy output by up to 30 % compared to PWM charge controllers and up to 10 % compared to slower MPPT controllers. This ensures constant optimization of captured solar energy.

In case of partial shading, multiple maximum power points (MPP) can appear on the power-voltage curve. Conventional MPPTs tend to lock onto a local MPP, which is not always the most optimal. The innovative SmartSolar algorithm always maximizes energy harvest by locking onto the optimal MPP, thus ensuring maximum performance even under difficult conditions.

This charge controller delivers exceptional conversion efficiency, exceeding 98%. This high efficiency is achieved without the use of a cooling fan, which contributes to its reliability and durability.

The controller integrates comprehensive electronic protections to ensure the safety and longevity of your installation. These include:

Protection against overheating and power reduction when temperature is high.Protection against PV short circuits and PV polarity reversal.Protection against reverse PV current.

Yes, the controller is equipped with a fully discharged battery recovery function. It can initiate charging even if the battery has been discharged to zero volts. It can also reconnect to a fully discharged Li-ion battery with an integrated disconnect function.

The controller stores trend data for a period of 46 days. Recorded information includes battery voltage, current, and temperature, as well as charge output current, PV voltage, and PV current. This data is useful for monitoring and analyzing system performance.

The controller can operate within an extended temperature range, from -30 °C to +60 °C. It can deliver its full nominal power up to an ambient temperature of 40 °C.

The charge controller's self-consumption is very low, minimizing energy loss. It is below 35 mA for a 12 V system and below 20 mA for a 48 V system.

The controller can accept a maximum absolute open-circuit voltage of solar panels of 150 V under the coldest conditions. For startup and normal operation, the maximum voltage is 145 V.

This charge controller is compatible with a wide range of batteries, including lead-acid batteries (gel, AGM, flooded) and lithium-ion batteries. It features a fully programmable charging algorithm and eight selectable presets to adapt to different battery types and charging requirements.

The VE.Can interface enables wired connection to other Victron Energy GX devices, such as the Color Control GX or other GX products. This allows centralized monitoring and in-depth control of your entire power system.

Yes, the controller is compatible with external sensors for battery voltage and temperature. Via the integrated Bluetooth Smart connectivity, it can communicate with devices such as a Smart Battery Sense, a BMV-712 Smart Battery Monitor, or a SmartShunt to obtain accurate battery data (voltage, temperature, and current for BMV-712 and SmartShunt).

Thanks to the VE.Can interface, it is possible to synchronize up to 25 SmartSolar MPPT charge controllers in parallel. This feature is ideal for large-scale solar systems requiring coordinated charge management.

The controller integrates Bluetooth Smart technology, which allows up to 10 units to be synchronized. While fewer than with VE.Can, this offers flexibility for medium-sized systems and enables wireless configuration, monitoring, and updates.

This charge controller is designed to work with 12 V, 24 V and 48 V battery systems. It features automatic voltage selection (Auto Select) for these voltages and can be manually configured for 36 V systems.

The maximum nominal PV power ratings that the controller can handle vary depending on the model (150/70, 150/85, 150/100 VE.Can) and the battery voltage. For example:

For a 12 V system: from 1000 W (model 150/70) to 1450 W (model 150/100). For a 24 V system: from 2000 W (model 150/70) to 2900 W (model 150/100). For a 48 V system: from 4000 W (model 150/70) to 5800 W (model 150/100). If a higher PV power is connected, the controller will limit the input power to prevent overload.

For PV panels, the controller is available in two model types:

MC4 models: equipped with two or three pairs of MC4 connectors (depending on the model). The maximum current per MC4 connector is 30 A.Tr models: equipped with screw terminals for 35 mm² / AWG2 cables.For battery connection, all models use screw terminals for 35 mm² / AWG2 cables.

Yes, it is possible to connect an optional SmartSolar plug-in LCD display directly to the charge controller. Simply remove the rubber gasket protecting the front port of the controller and plug in the screen to view operating data.

Yes, the regulator is equipped with a remote on/off function. It features a dedicated 2-pole connector for this purpose, allowing it to be connected, for example, to a VE.BUS BMS for centralized system control.