Specialty Concepts ASC-Plus - Manual (Page 3)

ASC-Plus
G E N E R A L D E S C R I P T I O N
The ASC-Plus is a very rugged and reliable battery charge controller and battery monitor for
use in photovoltaic energy systems. This water resistant model is especially well suited in
remote istallations with harsh environmental conditions.
This controller optimizes charging performance from the solar panels while providing over-
charge protection to the system batteries, prolonging battery life and reducing maintenance
requirements. These units also feature low-voltage load disconnect (LVD) that can be used
to protect the batteries from deep discharge damage.
A battery fuse is included to provide over-current and reverse polarity protection. The
controller also features lightning protection and reverse leakage protection to prevent any
battery discharge through the solar panels at night. Remote temperature compensation is
available as an option (Option-A).
The ASC-Plus is a negative-ground switching shunt controller housed in an anodized
aluminum chassis and encapsulated in a hard epoxy resin. The terminal block accepts 10
gauge wire (stranded), two 12 gauge wires or a spade connector, providing simple
installation.
FEATURES
CHARGE REGULATION
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15 amp charge current, 12 volt
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Switching shunt, pulse charging
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Remote temperature compensation
(option)
LOW-VOLTAGE LOAD DISCONNECT
(LVD)
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10 amp LVD Relay
MONITORING & MOUNTING
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Red, yellow and green battery
condition lights
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Flashing red lights for high and low
voltage warning
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“CHARGING” light
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“LOADS DISCONNECTED” light
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Suitable for outdoor mounting
DESIGN FEATURES
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Encapsulated for protection
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100% solid state charge controller
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Reverse leakage protection -blocking
diode
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Battery fuse
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Lightning protection
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Input noise suppression
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Low power consumption
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Simple, rugged circuitry