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Rover Lite 12V/ 24V/ 36V/ 48V 60A MPPT Solar Charge Controller

SKU: RCC60RVRE-US
$249.99
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Key Features
  • 150V max. solar input offers greater flexibility for DIY projects
  • Reliable performance from -31℉ to 149℉ with low-temp protection
  • Versatile compatibility for 12V to 48V systems and various battery types
  • User-friendly design for intuitive operation and smart control
  • Certified with a 2-year warranty for added peace of mind
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Rover Lite 12V/ 24V/ 36V/ 48V 60A MPPT Solar Charge Controller

Robust 150V solar input guarded by low-temp protection.

Superior Heat Dissipation

With the internal potting, this MPPT solar charge controller enhances heat transfer to the external metal heat sinks, preventing overheating and ensuring efficient charging. This advanced design in our MPPT charge controller kit guarantees reliable performance, making it an ideal solar controller for optimal energy management.

Maximize Efficiency with Exceptional Value

This 60A charge controller delivers 99% MPPT tracking efficiency and 97% conversion efficiency, maximizing your solar power output. With high-performance features at an affordable price, it offers exceptional value for budget-conscious users.

85% Lower Self-Consumption

With an ultra-low self-consumption of just 0.18W in 12V systems — significantly lower than the 0.7W of other charge controllers — this MPPT solar charge controller ensures that more of your solar power goes directly to charging your batteries, maximizing solar usage.

Store Up to 2 Years of Data

Connect this Rover Lite 60A MPPT charge controller to the BT-2 Bluetooth module to monitor and store up to two years of data, giving you easy access to historical records and system adiustments!

Simple Controls and Clear Info

Featuring intuitive built-in buttons and a clear LCD screen, this solar controller lets you quickly access and monitor real-time charging information at a glance.

Stable Performance in Changing Temperatures

This MPPT solar charge controller maintains full-load operation up to 149℉ and features low-temperature protection below 32℉, helping to prevent damage to your lithium battery during cold weather charging. As a dependable solar controller, it is a reliable companion on every journey, ensuring optimal performance regardless of temperature fluctuations.

Dimensional Reference Guide

Before installing your MPPT solar charge controller, please find a cool, dry, and weather-safe location. Ensure there is enough ventilation space for proper heat dissipation to maintain the efficiency of your charge controller.

Package Includes

This package contains a MPPT solar charge controller, a temperature sensor, and a user manual.

Package Includes

Solar Charge Controller

x 1

Manual Book

x 1

Battery Temperature Sensor

x 1

Mounting Screws

x 4

Rover Lite 12V/ 24V/ 36V/ 48V 60A MPPT Solar Charge Controller

General Data

Grounding
Common Negative
Communication
RS485
Operating Temperature
-31℉~113℉ /-35 ℃ ~65℃
Storage Temperature
-40℉~176℉ /-40 ℃~ 80℃
Humidity
0%~95% RH
Cooling
Heat Sink
Enclosure Rating
IP32
Dimensions (LxWxH)
305 x 205 x 99 mm / 12.01 x 8.07 x 3.90 inch
Weight
3.5 kg /7.71 lb
Regulatory and Safety Specifications
FCC Path 15, Class B,CE,RoHS

Charger Data

System Voltage
Non-Lithium: 12VDC / 24 VDC / 36 VDC /48 VDC (Auto Recognition)
Battery Input Voltage Range
9VDC~64VDC
Rated Charge Current
60A
Maximum Solar Input Power
900 W (12V Battery);1800W (24V Battery);2000 W (36V Battery);3200W (48V Battery)
Maximum Solar Input Voltage (Voc)
150VDC
Power Consumption
<15 ma (12V Battery)
<11 ma(24V Battery)
<8 ma (36V Battery)
<7 ma(48V Battery)
MPPT Tracking Efficiency
>99%
Conversion Efficiency
>97%
Temperature Compensation
-3mV / ℃ / 2V (Non-Lithium)
0mV / ℃ / 2V; no compensation (Lithium)
Charger Algorithm
3-stage Lead Acid, Bulk, Boost, Float, Equalize*
2-Stage Lithium, Bulk, Boost
Charger Preset
AGM, Gel, Flooded, Lithium-iron Phosphate, User Custom

Warranty Information

Material and workmanship warranty
2-year

Frequently Asked Questions

How should I wire my panels with Rover Lite MPPT solar charge controller?

The Renogy Rover Lite 60A MPPT solar charge controller supports series, parallel, or a series-parallel combination for solar panel connections. With its 150V maximum solar input, you can connect up to six 100W Renogy solar panels in series or eleven 100W Renogy solar panels in parallel.

What are the advantages of Renogy charge controller?

Renogy Rover Lite MPPT solar charge controllers use Power Catcher MPPT algorithm to maximize energy conversion by locking to the most optimal maximum power point. Designed for various off-grid applications, this solar charge controller is compatible with Lithium, AGM, and Gel batteries, making it ideal for home, RV, marine, and workshop power systems.

What is a Solar Charge Controller and what is MPPT?

The Charge Controller takes the power made by the solar panels and transform the ‘solar panel power’ into a form of power that the batteries can use. MPPT stands for Maximum Power Point Tracking, and it relates to the solar cell itself. Each solar cell has a point at which the current (I) and voltage (V) output from the cell result in the maximum power output of the cell. MPPT ensures that you get the most power possible from your solar panels at any point in time. It is particularly effective during low light level conditions.

What would the connections for "Load(optional)" be used for? Also what would it rated for(amps/watts). The way I read the wiring diagram the batteries should get connected to inverter, would these get connected to inverter under certain conditions?

The Load terminal on the Rover Lite solar charge controller allows you to connect 12V DC appliances, as long as they do not exceed 20A. For AC power usage, an inverter is required. The Renogy charge controller must always be connected to a battery bank, and the inverter should be connected directly to the battery rather than the load terminals. The load terminals are typically used for low-power DC devices rather than high-power inverters.

If I connect a 300W 24V solar panel to the Renogy Rover Lite MPPT solar charge controller, will it convert the 24V?

Yes, the Rover Lite 60A MPPT solar charge controller is designed to handle up to 900W with a 12V battery bank. This Renogy charge controller will regulate the excess voltage from your 300W 24V solar panel, converting it into usable amperage to charge your battery efficiently. As for your inverter, as long as you do not exceed the max rated voltage of your Inverter (12 volts) , it will be fine.

Reviews

  • 5 stars: 7 (50%)
  • 4 stars: 4 (29%)
  • 3 stars: 3 (21%)
  • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 1 star: 0 (0%)
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Matthew White

I originally planned to use two 40A charge controllers for my 800W solar array, but after finding the Rover Lite 60A, it made much more sense. Being capable of handling up to 900W, it simplified my wiring, reduced costs, and made the entire installation much cleaner.

After seeing how well the first one performed, I purchased a second Rover Lite 60A for my other 800W array consisting of four 200W ShadowFlux panels. Installation was straightforward, setup was simple, and both controllers have been working great.

If you're looking for an easy-to-install, reliable charge controller that can handle a larger solar array without the complexity of multiple controllers, the Rover Lite 60A is an excellent choice.

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Anonymous

Well, I was first told to get a 30 amp once I got that find out that’s too small then they told me to get a 60 amp one and they find out that is the right size amperage but the voltage is too low only 150 V can’t take the four solar panels I bought to their fullest capacity. I gotta cut the values in half now so I’m not really advice I’ve been getting on doing this set up so now I have two extra controllers and I have to purchase a larger one now so I can get the best use out. It is four panels I bought.

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Ralph Guynn

Just starting to put together a system for power for a shop. Lots of questions. How many solar panels. How many batteries. What size inverter & so forth..

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Anonymous

Looks like it will handle my solar needs for years to come!!

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Donald Legasse

Great packaging,shipping time,as showed in display,👍 great job,great all the way!!!!!

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Rolf Kleinhans

Easy to setup. Bluetooth app is very useful.

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David Dauria

Easy setup up, wish the instructions were more detailed, haven't been able to get the battery over 80% and haven't used any DC power off the battery. Don't know if I have the lithium battery set up correctly.

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Ronald Baillargeon

Haven’t installed yet Planning for end of may at my camp

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Anonymous

Love it

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Colin Lennon

Another excellent component from Renogy.

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Bruce Sanderson

The battery wires supplied are copper clad aluminum. Poor choice when building a system.

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Ronald

It needs more panels the 2 200 watts are not enough

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Gordon

We have a small 12V system, 460amp Lithium, 800watts Shadow Flex Solar, 2000w inverter all Renogy equipment. The controller install and program are straight forward. Impressed with the 60watts input we are still getting 6 or 7 amps of charging very early and late in the day. Not happy that the voltage on the 20 amp feed can not be regulated by the program. When in bulk charge that means the bulk voltage in our case is 14.1v is supplied directly to are 12v equipment and lights. The 20 amps is also to low to run our 2000watt inverter thus the inverter is wired directly to the 12v battery which does not report the amp usage to the program so the amps shown by the program do not reflect the correct amp usage. I do like the system, we have had it in use since January, more than meets are needs the few short falls of the amp usage can be over come with an additional external monitor.

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Robert

Has worked fine. Like that it came with Bluetooth module and temperature probe. Manual included with controller should be more detail manual Renogy Customer Service emailed me. Does generate decent amount of heat so plan for that in your install.