The CML series is a sophisticated solar charge controller family for low cost applications. The electronic circuit is equipped with a microcontroller that provides high- efficiency charging technology together with a number of outstanding status display, warning and safety functions. The temperature-compensated three-stage PWM charging method (boost-equalization-float) is now adjustable tosealed and vented lead-acid batteries. The new version also allows an either SOC or voltage controlled low voltage disconnect function. The battery status is clearly indicated by three LEDs. .
As the first controller on the market in this price range it comes with an acoustic low voltage load disconnect pre- warning feature.
| Type | CML 05/CML 08/CML 10/CML 15/CML 20 |
|---|---|
| System voltage | 12/24 V auto recognition |
| Max. charge/load current | 5A/8A/10A/15A/20A |
| Float charge | 13.7/27.4 V (25 °C) |
| Boost charge | 14.4 /28.8 V (25 °C), 2 Std. activation: battery voltage <12.3/24.6 V |
| Equalization | 14.8/29.6 V (25 °C), 2 Std. activation: battery voltage <12.1/24.2 V |
| Deep discharge protection: State of charge dependent Voltage dependent Reconnect level |
11.4 – 11.9 V / 22.8 – 23.8 V 11.0/22.0 V 12.8/25.6 V |
| Overvoltage protection | 15.5/31.0 V |
| Undervoltage protection | 10.5/21.0 V |
| Max. panel voltage (Overvoltage protection by varistor) | 30 V in 12 V system 50 V in 24 V system |
| Temperature compensation (Charge voltage) | −25 mV/K at 12V −50 mV/K at 24V |
| Max. self consumption | < 4 mA |
| Grounding | Positive grounding |
| Ambient temperature | −40 to +50 °C |
| Max. height | 4,000 m above sea level |
| Battery type | Lead acid (GEL, AGM, flooded) |
| Wire cross section | < 16 mm2 |
| Weight | 160 g |
| Dimensions (W xH x D) | 80 x 100 x 32 mm |
| Type of protection | IP22 |