Atkinson Electronics Lighting Charge Controller - PVLC-15 |
Atkinson Electronics, Lighting Charge Controller, 15A, 12-24V, PVLC-15 The PVLC-15 Charge controller monitors both the battery and PV panel voltage to determine: 12V or 24V DC mode of operation, if PV panels have sufficient voltage for charge, and if the battery bank requires charging. When charging the PVLC-15 cycles the charge relay every 4 minutes to re-verify open circuit PV charge voltage to avoid discharging the batteries through the PV panels when low light conditions occur. The charge re-connection time is varied by the microprocessor to optimally reduce the charge rate for nearly or fully charged batteries. The PVLC-15 internal temperature compensation adjusts the charge threshold voltages for optimum charge of the battery bank based on temperatures between 0°C to 45°C. For a complete chart PVLC-15 Temperature Thresholds section next page. The PVLC-15 Lighting controller monitors PV panel voltage and initiates the “light-on” cycle when a dusk voltage threshold has been reached and energizes the lighting relay. It remains energized until either the time selection is reached, the PV voltage indicates dawn, or the battery voltage drops below 11.0V (or 22.0V) DC for 5 continuous minutes. If the lighting relay drops out on low battery voltage or is below 12V (24V) at dusk, it will not re-energize until the If the timing switch selection is “zero” (0) the PVLC-15 will operate as a PV charge controller with low voltage disconnect. The lighting relay will immediately turn on and will turn off when battery voltage falls below 11.0V or 22.0V DC. The dusk to dawn lighting functions are bypassed in the Low Voltage Disconnect mode. |
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General Information | |
Manufacturer: | Atkinson Electronics |
Product Line: |
Atkison Accessory |
Model ID: |
PVLC-15 |
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Mechanical Data |
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Technology: | Lighting Charge Controller |
Dimensions: |
2.00 x 3.30 x 1.25 inches |
Weight: | 0.50 lbs |
Enclosure: | Epoxy Potted in PVC Plastic |
Mounting: | Two 1/2" #8 Screws |
Temperature Compensation: | 0.040 V/°C for 12V Systems |
LED Indication: | Red: Charging Mode; Yellow: Lighting Cycle 'On' |
Temperature: | -30°C to +75°C |
Electrical Data |
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Power: | 8 to 30 VDC from Storage Battery |
Load Capacity: | 15 Amps @ 28 VDC (No Contact) |
Fuse Required: | BUSS 20 Amps AGC or AGX Series |
Flooded Battery PV Charge: | On @ 12.7 VDC, Off @14.2 VDC |
Sealed Battery PV Charge: | On @ 12.7 VDC, Off @14.2 VDC |
Sealed Battery PV Charge: | On @ 12.4 VDC, Off @ 13.9 VDC @ Room Temperature 15-30°C |
Timing Range Switches: | 6 After Dusk Settings (2 Hrs to All Night); 3 Signs Settings (2 Hrs Before Dawn); 1 Low Voltage Disconnect Option |
Current Draw: | Continuous - < 7mA; During Charge or Lighting - < 20mA; During Charge and L.V.D. - < 35mA |
Minimums: | 8V DC Battery for PV Charge; 11V DC Battery for Lighting Relay; PV Charge Current: 80 mA; Open PV: 16V (12V System) |
Relay Life: | 100 Million Mechanical Operations |
Datasheets |
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Document | Type |
Atkinson Electronics PVLC-15 Specs | Specifications |
Atkinson Electronics PVLC-15 Diagram | Diagram |
Warranty | 2 Year Limited Warranty (See Specifications Sheet) |
Terms & Conditions |
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Shipping: | Shipping Policy |
Returns: | Returns Policy |
Payments: | We accept: Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express. We also accept checks, direct deposit and wire transfers for large orders. |
Warranty: 2 Year Limited Warranty (See Specifications Sheet)