Renogy REGO 12V 60A MPPT Solar Charge Controller

User Manual

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REGO 12V 60A MPPT Solar Charge Controller User Manual © 2022 Renogy. All rights reserved. All information in the User Manual is subject to copyright and other intellectual property rights of Renogy and its licensors. The User Manual may not be modified, reproduced, or copied, in whole or in part, without the prior written permissions of Renogy and its licensors.

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Date and Revision

January 2022, Revision A0

Important Safety Information

The User Manual provides important installation, operation, and maintenance instructions for REGO 12V 60A MPPT Solar Charge Controller. Please read the User Manual carefully before installation and operation and save it for future reference. Failure to observe the instructions or precautions in the User Manual can result in electrical shock, serious injury, or death, or can damage the Charge Controller, potentially rendering it inoperable. The installation and service of the Charge Controller might require knowledge of high voltage electricity and is recommended to be carried out by qualified personnel.

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General Safety Information

Introduction

The REGO series is the culmination of RENOGY's ten years of industry experience by modeling "Lego" energy building blocks for power solutions. The REGO 12V 60A MPPT Solar Charge Controller has achieved several firsts as a key member of the entire REGO Collection. Focusing on rapid plug and play and safety, the REGO 60A MPPT reduces installation time and integrates a high BPU (Battery Protect Unit) technology achieving the highest protection against battery cells damage and battery failure, especially Lithium. The compact and robust nature of the controller not only has a sense of technology and fashion, but also saves on installation space relative to the competition. The REGO 12V 60A MPPT Solar Charge Controller is easily one of the most reliable controllers on the market yet.

Key Features

MPPT技术

In many cases, the MPPT charge controller will "boost" up the current in the solar system. The current does not come out of thin air. Instead, the power generated in the solar panels is the same power that is transmitted into the battery bank. Power is the product of Voltage (V) x Amperage (A). Therefore, assuming 100% efficiency:

Power In = Power Out

Volts In * Amps In = Volts out * Amps out

Although MPPT controllers are not 100% efficient, they are very close at about 92-95% efficient. Therefore, when the user has a solar system whose Vmp is greater than the battery bank voltage, then that potential difference is proportional to the current boost. The voltage generated at the solar module needs to be stepped down to a rate that could charge the battery in a stable fashion by which the amperage is boosted accordingly to the drop. It is entirely possible to have a solar module generate 8 amps going into the charge controller and likewise have the charge controller send 10 amps to the battery bank. This is the essence of the MPPT charge controllers and their advantage over traditional charge controllers. In traditional charge controllers, that stepped down voltage amount is wasted because the controller algorithm can only dissipate it as heat. The following demonstrates a graphical point regarding the output of MPPT technology.

Current vs. Voltage(12V System)

Output Power(12V System)

Limiting Effectiveness

Temperature is a huge enemy of solar modules. As the environmental temperature increases, the operating voltage (Vmp) is reduced and limits the power generation of the solar module. Despite the effectiveness of MPPT technology, the charging algorithm will possibly not have much to work with and therefore there is an inevitable decrease in performance. In this scenario, it would be preferred to have modules with higher nominal voltage, so that despite the drop in performance of the panel, the battery is still receiving a current boost because of the proportional drop in module voltage.

Four Charging Stages

REGO 12V 60A MPPT Solar Charge Controller has a 4-stage battery charging algorithm for a rapid, efficient, and safe battery charging. They include: Bulk Charge, Boost Charge, Float Charge, and Equalization.

Battery Voltage

CHARGING CURRENT

Bulk Charge: This algorithm is used for day to day charging. It uses 100% of available solar power to recharge the battery and is equivalent to constant current. In this stage the battery voltage has not yet reached constant voltage (Equalize or Boost), the controller operates in constant current mode, delivering its maximum current to the batteries (MPPT Charging).

Constant Charging: When the battery reaches the constant voltage set point, the controller will start to operate in constant charging mode, where it is no longer MPPT charging. The current will drop gradually. This has two stages, equalize and boost and they are not carried out constantly in a full charge process to avoid too much gas precipitation or overheating of the battery.

Boost Charge: Boost stage maintains a charge for 2 hours by default. The user can adjust the constant time and preset value of boost per their demand.

Float Charge: After the constant voltage stage, the controller will reduce the battery voltage to a float voltage set point. Once the battery is fully charged, there will be no more chemical reactions and all the charge current would turn into heat or gas. Because of this, the charge controller will reduce the voltage charge to smaller quantity, while lightly charging the battery. The purpose for this is to offset the power consumption while maintaining a full battery storage capacity. In the event that a load drawn from the battery exceeds the charge current, the controller will no longer be able to maintain the battery to a Float set point and the controller will end the float charge stage and refer back to bulk charging.

Equalization: Equalization is carried out every 28 days of the month. It is intentional overcharging of the battery for a controlled period of time. Certain types of batteries benefit from periodic equalizing charge, which can stir the electrolyte, balance battery voltage and complete chemical reaction. Equalizing charge increases the battery voltage, higher than the standard complement voltage, which gasifies the battery electrolyte.

Package Contents

REGO 12V 60A MPPT Solar Charge Controller × 1

Quick Guide × 1

Renogy Temperature Sensor × 1 (Model: RTSCC)

Solar Adapter Cable (Anderson PP75 to MC4 Adapter Cable)

Mounting Screws × 4

ST6.3x1.8x13mm

Optional Accessories

Product Overview

No. | Part

1 | CAN Communication Ports

2 | Positive Solar Terminal

3 | Negative Solar Terminal

4 | Battery Status Indicator

5 | Solar Status Indicator

6 | Battery Type Setting Knob

7 | Positive Battery Terminal

8 | Negative Battery Terminal

9 | Battery Temperature Sensor Port

10 | Battery Voltage Sensor Port

11 | Mounting Holes

Wiring Diagram

Solar Panel

Battery

Positive

Negative

Installation Preparation

CAUTION

The adapters used in this manual can be made by yourself or purchased from the website under the name Recommended Components.

Recommended Components

Battery Scenario A: REGO Battery Kit

Renogy REGO Lithium Battery

Renogy REGO System Combiner Box or Positive/Negative Busbars

Battery Adapter Cable (Anderson PP75 to Anderson 120 Adapter Cable) or Battery Adapter Cables (Anderson PP75 to Ring Terminal Adapter Cable)

Battery Scenario B: Normal Battery Kit

Normal Battery with +/- Bolts

Battery Adapter Cables (Anderson PP75 to Ring Terminal Adapter Cable)

Solar Panel Kit

Solar Panel

Solar Panel Extension Cables

Required Tools

Wrench (10mm)

Wrench (14mm)

Insulation Tape

Measuring Tape

Checking the Controller

  1. Check the controller for any visible damage, including cracks, dents, distortions, and other visible anomalies. All connector contacts shall be clean, free of dirt and corrosion, and dry.
  2. Confirm the installation location.

! WARNING

  1. Measure the length of the cables connecting to the battery and solar panel so they can be connected to the charge controller.

! CAUTION

If the adapter cable is not long enough, you can use an extension cable or reselect the position where the battery charger needs to be secured.

! WARNING

Please refer to the "Recommendations of Wire Diameters and Fuses" in this manual, and select the satisfied cables according to the usage.

Cable Check

! CAUTION

  1. Please inspect the auxiliary battery for any visible damage including cracks, dents, deformation, and other visible abnormalities. All connector contacts shall be clean, free of dirt and corrosion, and dry.

! WARNING

System voltage

Battery / Battery pack system voltage = System voltage U

Batterys in Series Batterys in Parallel
System voltage U: U1+U2+U3 System voltage U: U1=U2=U3

! CAUTION

In the formula, U represents the battery voltage, and 1, 2 or 3 represents the battery number, respectively.

! WARNING

Do not use the battery charger if the battery/battery pack system voltage exceeds 12V. Doing so will cause damage to the battery charger.

Solar Panel Check (Optional)

  1. Please inspect the solar panel for any visible damage including cracks, dents, deformation, and other visible abnormalities. All connector contacts shall be clean, free of dirt and corrosion, and dry.

! CAUTION

! WARNING

Working voltage

Working voltage of solar module / solar module array = working voltage U

Solar Panels in Series Solar Panels in Parallel
working voltage U: U1+U2+U3 working voltage U: U1=U2=U3

! CAUTION

In the formula, U represents the working voltage of the solar panel, and 1, 2 or 3 represents the solar panel number, respectively.

! WARNING

Charge Controller Wiring

! WARNING

Ensure the Anderson connectors are securely connected.

Battery Adapter Cables

  1. For the Battery terminal, align the Battery Adapter Cable's Anderson PP75 connectors to the correct orientation and polarity.
  2. Bind the Anderson connectors by sliding the side grooves.
  3. Insert the Anderson connectors into the Battery terminal.
  4. Remove the protective cover of the Solar Adapter Cable by sliding it downwards.

Solar Adapter Cable

  1. For the Solar terminal, align the Solar Adapter Cable's Anderson PP75 connectors to the correct orientation and polarity.
  2. Bind the Anderson connectors by sliding the side grooves.
  3. Push the protective cover upwards.
  4. Insert the Anderson connectors into the Solar terminal.

Battery Wiring

Please read the user manual of the battery (12V) carefully before installation.

Battery Scenario A: REGO Battery Kit

Please read the user manual of System Combiner Box carefully before wiring.

Insert the Anderson 120 connector of the Battery Adapter Cable to the System Combiner Box.

Battery Scenario B: Ordinary Battery Kit

Attach the ring terminal of the negative Battery Adapter Cable to the negative battery bolt and tighten with a wrench.

Attach the ring terminal of the positive Battery Adapter Cable to the positive battery bolt and tighten with a wrench.

For your safety, it is recommended to use a battery fuse.

Please refer to the user manual of the charge controller at renogy.com for the recommended fuse.

Connect the positive Battery Adapter Cable to one end of the battery fuse, and then connect the other end to the positive bolt of the battery.

Battery Indicator

Once the battery wiring is completed correctly and the battery is turned on, the charger controller's Battery indicator lights up green.

If the Battery indicator does not light up, please refer to the user manual of the charge controller at renogy.com for troubleshooting instructions.

Solar Panel Wiring

Please read the user manual of the solar panel carefully before installation.

Connect the negative Solar Adapter Cable to the Solar Panel Extension Cable, and then connect the Extension Cable to the negative terminal of the solar panel.

Connect the positive Solar Adapter Cable to the Solar Panel Extension Cable, and then connect the Extension Cable to the positive terminal of the solar panel.

Once the solar panel wiring is completed correctly, the charger controller's Solar indicator lights up green.

If the Solar indicator does not light up, please refer to the user manual of the charge controller at renogy.com for troubleshooting instructions.

For your safety, it is recommended to use a solar panel in-line fuse.

Please refer to the user manual of the charge controller at renogy.com for the recommended fuse.

Insert the Solar Panel In-line Fuse between the Solar Adapter Cable and the solar panel's positive cable.

Mounting

! WARNING

Please make sure that the charge controller is installed firmly to prevent it from falling off.

Place the charge controller against a flat surface and secure it with included screws.

Temperature Sensor

! WARNING

  1. Insert the temperature sensor terminal block into the BTS port of the charge controller.
  2. Adhere the sensor on the top or side of the battery with insulation tape.

Voltage Sensor (Optional)

The Battery Voltage Sensor is the perfect solution by providing an accurate battery voltage to the charge controller and allowing it to adjust the charging stage precisely resulting in overall extension of your battery life.

Optional Accessories

! WARNING

  1. Insert the voltage sensor terminal block to the BVS port.
  2. Connect the voltage sensor ring terminal to the positive/negative pole of the battery system.

Communication

The communication connection is optional. The communication between REGO products allows safe operation, smart control, and close monitoring.

Depending on the installation condition, the communication connection needs to be established with backbone or daisy chain topology.

Backbone Topology

If an RV-C bus is pre-installed in the RV, please follow the backbone topology for the communication connection.

Recommended Accessories

LP16 Plug (7-Pin) to Bare Wires Drop Cable

Drop Plug

!

Insert the bare wires of the Drop Cable (sold separately) all the way into the wire ports of the Drop Plug (not included) following the Drop Plug pinout. The red PS+ wire goes to pin 1, the white CAN_H wire goes to pin 2, the blue CAN_L wire goes to pin 3, and the black PS- wire goes to pin 4.

Squeeze the crimp area of the Drop Plug with a pair of split joint pliers.

Locate the drop tap (not included) on the RV-C bus (not included) that is the closest to the charge controller installation location. The drop taps are usually located above the entry door, in the bathroom, or under the bed in the RV.

Connect either of the CAN Communication Ports of the charge controller to the drop socket on the drop tap with the Drop Cable.

Daisy Chain Topology

If the RV-C bus is not available, please follow the daisy chain topology for the communication connection.

Recommended Accessories

LP16 Plug (7-Pin) Communication Cable

LP16 Terminator Plug (7-Pin)

Connect REGO devices in series through either of the CAN Communication Ports with the Communication Cables (sold separately).

Plug the Terminator Plug (sold separately) into the free CAN Communication Ports on the first and last REGO devices.

System Monitoring

According to the actual situation, you can monitor the charge controller or even the whole system through DC Home app or Renogy Super Panel.

Please scan the QR Code on the last page of the Quick Guide to download the DC Home app.

Bluetooth

The charge controller supports Bluetooth connection. You can check its status and data on the DC Home app once connected.

  1. After the charger controller is installed and powered on, open the DC Home app, and click "+" to search and add the charge controller into the app.

FCC STATEMENT

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

  1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
  2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

  1. Orient or relocate the receiving antenna.
  2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
  3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
  4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC RADIATION EXPOSURE STATEMENT

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.

Operation

Battery Type

The charge controller is simple and easy to use. The plug & play design makes the installation easier, and the knob with 5 gears makes the selection of battery type more convenient.

User Mode

User Mode requires the addition of the Renogy DC Home app to customize charge parameters. Please scan the QR Code on the last page of the Quick Guide to download the app.

Equalization Voltage (1) For lead-acid batteries, please consult the battery manufacturer to obtain the voltage value, and then set the balance voltage according to the provided value.
(2) Please consult the battery manufacturer and check whether the equalization voltage needs to be set.
(3) If equalization charging is not required, please set the voltage to boost voltage.
Boost Voltage Please consult the battery manufacturer and check if this voltage value needs to be set.
Float Voltage
Undervoltage alarm voltage
Equalization Interval Please consult the battery manufacturer if it is necessary to set this parameter value.
Equalization Duration

Parameters

Parameter Value
Model RCC60REGO
System Voltage 12V
Rated Battery Current 60A
Solar Input Power 800W
Self-consumption ≤0.5W
Battery Voltage Range 8-16V
Battery Type SLD/AGM;FLD;GEL;USER;LI
Operating Temperature Range -20°C - 60°C / -4 °F - 140°F
Storage Temperature Range -25°C - 65°C / -13°F - 149°F
Charging Efficiency Up to 97%
Humidity Range 0%-95% (NC)
Temp. Compensation Coefficient -3mV/°C/2V
Communication Modbus/RV-C
Dimensions 239.41 x 108.80 x 187mm

WARNING

Before modifying battery parameters, please check the table below first. Incorrect parameter setting will damage the device and void the warranty.

Battery Type AGM/SLD GEL FLOODED LI (LFP) USER User setting Range
OverVolts Shutdown 16.0V 16.0V 16.0V 16.0V [16.0V]
OverVolts Limit 15.5V 15.5V 15.5V 14.8V [15.5V]
Equalization Voltage 14.8V 14.6V 9.0-17.0V
Boost Voltage 14.6V 14.2V 14.6V 14.4V 14.2V 9.0-17.0V
Float Voltage 13.8V 13.8V 13.8V 13.8V 9.0-17.0V
Boost Return Voltage 13.2V 13.2V 13.2V 13.6V 13.2V 9.0-17.0V
LowVolts Reconnect 12.6V 12.6V 12.6V 12.8V [12.6V]
UnderVolts Recover 12.2V 12.2V 12.2V 12.2V [12.2V]
UnderVolts Warning 12.0V 12.0V 12.0V 12V 12.0V 9.0-17.0V
LowVolts Shutdown 11.1V 11.1V 11.1V 11.4V [11.1V]
Boost Duration 120 min 120 min 120 min 120 min 120 min 0-600 min
Equalization Duration 120 min 120 min 0-600 min
Equalization Interval 0 days** 0 days** 30 days 30 days 0-250 days
Temperature Compensation -3 mV/°C/2V -3 mV/°C/2V -3 mV/°C/2V -3 mV/°C/2V -3 mV/°C/2V

! CAUTION

Maintenance

Inspection

For optimum performance, it is recommended to perform these tasks regularly.

i NOTE

! WARNING

Risk of electric shock! Make sure that all power is turned off before touching the terminals on the battery charger.

Cleaning

Please follow the steps below to clean the charger regularly.

Storage

Please follow the tips below to ensure that the battery charger is stored well.

Emergency Responses

In the event of any threat to health or safety, always begin with the steps below before addressing other suggestions.

! WARNING

ONLY perform the suggested actions below if it is safe to do so.

Fire

  1. Disconnect all cables connected to the charger.
  2. Put out the fire with a fire extinguisher. Acceptable fire extinguishers include water, CO2, and ABC.

! WARNING

Do not use type D (flammable metal) fire extinguishers.

Flooding

  1. If the charger is submerged in water, stay away from the water.
  2. Disconnect all cables connected to the charger.

Usual Smell

  1. Disconnect all cables connected to the charger.
  2. Make sure nothing is in contact with the battery charger.
  3. Ventilate the room.

Usual Noise

  1. Disconnect all cables connected to the battery charger.
  2. Make sure no foreign objects are stuck in the controller Anderson connector.

! CAUTION

The normal noise value is ≤60dB when the battery charger is working.

Technical Support

For additional support, contact the Renogy technical support team through renogy.com/contact-us. Have the following information available when contacting Renogy.

Models: RCC60REGO, 2ANPB-RCC60REGO, 2ANPBRCC60REGO, REGO MPPT Solar Charge Controller, REGO, MPPT Solar Charge Controller

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