1. Producte acabatview
The EPEVER Tracer5210BP is a 20A MPPT solar charge controller designed for 12V/24V battery systems. It features IP67 waterproofing, high tracking efficiency, and supports various battery types including lead-acid (sealed, gel, flooded) and lithium (LiFePO4, Li-NiCoMn), as well as user-defined settings. This kit includes the Tracer5210BP controller, an MT50 remote meter, and an RS485 communication cable for comprehensive system monitoring and control.
Figure 1: EPEVER Tracer5210BP MPPT Solar Charge Controller Kit, including the controller, MT50 remote meter, RS485 cable, and mounting hardware.
The controller is engineered for durability with a gel-potted design for improved heat dissipation and an IP67 waterproof rating, making it suitable for various outdoor and demanding environments such as solar RVs, camping setups, household systems, industrial monitoring, traffic signals, and marine applications.
Figure 2: The Tracer5210BP controller demonstrating its IP67 waterproof capability, submerged in water.
2. Safety Instructions and Protections
Respecteu les directrius de seguretat següents durant la instal·lació i el funcionament:
- Ensure all wiring is correctly polarized and securely connected to prevent damage to the controller or connected devices.
- Connecteu sempre primer la bateria, després el panell solar i finalment la càrrega. Desconnecteu-ho en ordre invers.
- Do not attempt to disassemble or repair the controller unless you are a qualified technician.
- Install the controller in a well-ventilated area, even with its gel-potted design, to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
- Comproveu el volum de la bateriatage and type settings match your battery bank to prevent overcharging or undercharging.
2.1 Electronic Protections
The Tracer5210BP controller incorporates multiple electronic protections to ensure safe and reliable operation:
- PV sobreintensitat
- Circuit curt de PV
- PV inversa polaritat
- Polaritat inversa de la bateria
- Battery Over Voltage
- Descàrrega excessiva de la bateria
- Sobreescalfament de la bateria
- Bateria de liti a baixa temperatura
- Càrrega de sobrecàrrega
- Carregar curtcircuit
- S'ha trencat el sensor de temperatura
Figure 3: List of electronic protections integrated into the Tracer BP series controllers.
3. Configuració i instal·lació
3.1 Contingut del paquet
- 1 x EPEVER Tracer5210BP MPPT Solar Charge Controller (20A)
- 1 x Remote Meter (MT50)
- 1 x Communication Cable (CC-RS485-RS485-150U-4LLT)
- Maquinari de muntatge (cargols, ancoratges)
- User Manuals (for controller and MT50)
3.2 Muntatge del controlador
The Tracer5210BP controller should be mounted vertically on a flat surface to allow for proper heat dissipation. Ensure there is adequate space around the controller for air circulation and cable connections. The mounting hole size is 3.5mm, and the mounting dimension is 120x94mm.
Figure 4: Dimensions of the EPEVER Tracer5210BP controller, showing its length, width, and height for mounting reference.
3.3 Connexions de cablejat
Follow the connection diagram carefully. The recommended wire size for the 20A model is 12AWG (4mm²). Ensure all connections are tight and secure.
- Connecteu la bateria: Connect the battery to the controller first. Ensure correct polarity (positive to positive, negative to negative).
- Connecteu el panell solar: Connect the solar panel array to the controller. Ensure correct polarity.
- Connecteu la càrrega de CC (opcional): Connect the DC load to the controller.
Seqüència de desconnexió: When disconnecting the system, follow the reverse order: disconnect the load, then the solar panel, and finally the battery.
Figure 5: Detailed connection diagram illustrating the proper wiring sequence for the solar panel, battery, and DC load to the Tracer5210BP controller, along with optional accessories like an inverter and communication modules.
3.4 Selecció del tipus de bateria
The controller supports various battery types. The default setting is Sealed lead-acid. For lithium batteries, the system voltage must be manually selected. Use the MT50 remote meter or the APP/PC software to configure the battery type and parameters.
- Lead-acid Batteries: Sealed (Default), Gel (AGM), Flooded
- Bateries de liti: LiFePO4, Li-NiCoMn
- Usuari definit: Allows custom parameter settings.
4. Instruccions de funcionament
4.1 Indicadors LED
The controller features LED indicators to display its operational status and any potential issues. Refer to the table below for detailed explanations.
Figure 6: Table detailing the meaning of the PV and BATT LED indicators based on their color and status (On Solid, OFF, Slowly Flashing, Fast Flashing).
Nota: When the battery type is Lithium Battery, the controller does not automatically recognize the system voltage.
4.2 Modes de treball de càrrega
The controller supports multiple load control working modes:
- Mode manual: Load is controlled manually.
- Light ON/OFF (Default): La càrrega s'encén al capvespre i s'apaga a l'alba.
- Light ON + Timer: Load turns on at dusk and stays on for a set duration.
- Real-time Control Mode: Allows setting load ON/OFF times via a real-time clock.
Nota: In Light ON/OFF and Light ON + Timer modes, the load is turned on after a 10-minute delay.
Figure 7: Diagrams illustrating the different load working modes: Manual, Light ON/OFF, Light ON + Timer, and Real-time Control.
4.3 MT50 Remote Meter
The MT50 remote meter provides real-time display of system status and data, and allows for convenient parameter adjustment. Connect the MT50 to the controller using the provided RS485 communication cable.
Figure 8: The EPEVER MT50 Remote Meter, used for monitoring and configuring the solar charge controller.
The MT50 allows you to:
- View charging and discharging parameters.
- Monitor real-time energy statistics.
- Set battery type and charging parameters.
- Configure load working modes.
5. Manteniment
The EPEVER Tracer5210BP is designed for low maintenance due to its IP67 rating and robust construction. However, regular checks are recommended to ensure optimal performance and longevity of your solar system.
- Inspeccionar connexions: Periodically check all wiring connections for tightness and corrosion. Loose connections can cause voltaggotes de líquids i sobreescalfament.
- Netegeu el controlador: Although waterproof, ensure the controller's exterior is free from excessive dust or debris that could hinder heat dissipation. Use a soft, dry cloth for cleaning.
- Inspecció de la bateria: For lead-acid batteries, check electrolyte levels (if applicable) and terminal cleanliness. For all battery types, monitor battery voltage and health via the MT50 or monitoring software.
- Neteja de panells solars: Keep solar panels clean to maximize energy harvest.
6. Solució De Problemes
This section provides guidance for common issues. For more complex problems, contact technical support.
| Culpa | Motius possibles | Resolució de problemes |
|---|---|---|
| LED Charging indicator OFF during daytime when sunshine falls on PV modules properly | Desconnexió de la matriu fotovoltaica | Confirmeu que les connexions del cable fotovoltaic i de la bateria siguin correctes i estancades. |
| Sense indicador LED | Bateria voltagi potser menys de 8.5 V | Mesura el volum de la bateriatage with a multi-meter. Minimum 8.5V is required to start the controller. |
| Battery LED indicator green fast flashing | Bateria sobre voltage | Comproveu si la bateria voltage is higher than OVD (Over Voltage Disconnect) and disconnect the PV. |
| Indicador LED de bateria vermell | Bateria excessivament descarregada | Quan la bateria voltage is restored to or above LVR point (Low Voltage Reconnectar voltage), la càrrega es recuperarà. |
| Indicador LED de bateria vermell intermitent | Sobreescalfament de la bateria | The controller will automatically turn the system off. When the temperature declines to below 50°C, the controller will resume. |
| La càrrega no surt | Càrrega de sobrecàrrega | 1. Reduce the number of electric equipment. 2. Restart the controller. 3. Wait for one night-day cycle (night time > 3 hours). |
| La càrrega no surt | Carregar curtcircuit | 1. Check carefully load connections, clear the fault. 2. Restart the controller. 3. Wait for one night-day cycle (night time > 3 hours). |
Note: When there is an overload or short circuit, the load has 5 times auto-recovery function, each time delay respectively 5s, 10s, 15s, 20s, 25s.
7. Especificacions tècniques
Below are the detailed technical specifications for the Tracer5210BP model.
Figure 9: Detailed technical specifications for the Tracer BP series, including the Tracer5210BP model.
| Element / Model | Tracer5210BP |
|---|---|
| Sistema nominal voltage | 12V/24VDC Auto (Lithium battery do not automatic identification system voltage) |
| Vol d'entrada de bateriatage gamma | 8.5~32VDC |
| Corrent nominal de càrrega/descàrrega | 20 Amp |
| Màx. Potència d'entrada fotovoltaica | 260W (12V system) / 520W (24V system) |
| Màx. Circuit obert fotovoltaic voltage | 100V (at minimum operating environment temperature); 92V (at 25℃ environment temperature) |
| MPP voltage gamma | V(BAT+2V)~72V |
| Tipus de bateria | Lead-acid: Sealed (Default), Gel, Flooded; Lithium battery: LiFePO4, Li-NiCoMn; User |
| Equalize Charging Voltage (Lead-acid) | Sealed: 14.6V/Gel: No/Flooded: 14.8V (User: 9-17V (X2/24V)) |
| Augmentar la càrrega Voltage (Lead-acid) | Sealed: 14.4V/Gel: 14.2V/Flooded: 14.6V (User: 9-17V (X2/24V)) |
| Float Charging Voltage (Lead-acid) | Sealed/Gel/Flooded: 13.8V (User: 9-17V (X2/24V)) |
| Volum baixtage Reconnect Voltage (Lead-acid) | Sealed/Gel/Flooded: 12.6V (User: 9-17V (X2/24V)) |
| Volum baixtage Desconnectar Voltage (Lead-acid) | Sealed/Gel/Flooded: 11.1V (User: 9-17V (X2/24V)) |
| Augmentar la càrrega Voltage (liti) | LiFePO4: 14.5V/Li-NiCoMn: 12.5V (User: 9-17V (X2/24V)) |
| Volum baixtage Reconnect Voltage (liti) | LiFePO4: 12.8V/Li-NiCoMn: 10.5V (User: 9-17V (X2/24V)) |
| Volum baixtage Desconnectar Voltage (liti) | LiFePO4: 11.1V/Li-NiCoMn: 9.3V (User: 9-17V (X2/24V)) |
| Autoconsum | ≤13mA (12V); ≤11.5mA (24V) |
| Coeficient de compensació de temperatura | -3mV/℃/2V (Lithium battery don’t have temperature compensation coefficient) |
| Comunicació | RS485 |
| Temperatura ambient de treball | -40 ℃ ~ + 60 ℃ |
| Tancament | IP67 |
| Dimensió global | 153.3 x 105 x 52.1 mm |
| Mida del forat de muntatge | 3.5 mm |
| Dimensió de muntatge | 120 x 94 mm |
| Cable d'alimentació | 12 AWG (4 mm²) |
| Pes net | 1.20 KG |
8. Suport
For technical assistance or further inquiries, please contact EPEVER's authorized service centers. GolandCentury, an authorized sales agent for EPEVER, provides free technical support through their service centers located in Chicago (USA), Munich (Germany), Toronto (Canada), and Melbourne (Australia).
For the latest information and software updates, please visit the official EPEVER weblloc web o poseu-vos en contacte amb el vostre distribuïdor local.