Specialty Concepts ASC™ 8 Amp 12V Charge Controller w/ Maximum Current Flow & Protection (ASC-12/8)

This Specialty Concepts (ASC-12/8) ASC™ 8 Amp, 12V solar battery charge controller is a popular solution for solar panel arrays consisting of up to four solar panels. When it comes to protecting your batteries from over-charging, this durable ASC-series controller has remained unmatched in performance reliability in the field for over 40 years. Certified both in the U.S. and Canada for use in remote and hazardous locations, this PWM charge controller has long been the go-to solution in the oil and gas industry for maintaining optimal battery performance and longevity with a proven track record of reliability that is sure to continue long into the future.

Features of the ASC-12/8 ASC™ 8 Amp, 12V PWM Charge Controller include the following:

ASC SERIES CHARGE REGULATION

• 12 volt units available in 4,8,12, 16 and 20 amp models
• 24 volt units: 8 and 16 amps
• 6, 36 and 48 volt units available (contact sales@mrsolar.com for more details)
• Switching shunt, pulse charging
• Low switching frequency and quiet performance
• No minimum operating voltage (capable of charging a dead battery)
• Remote temperature compensation (optional)

LOW VOLTAGE LOAD DISCONNECT (LVD) (optional)

• 10 amp LVD Relay
• Contacts for generator start or alarm

DESIGN FEATURES

• Completely encapsulated for environmental protection (suitable for outdoor mounting)
• 100% solid state charge control circuitry
• Reverse leakage protection blocking diode
• Lightning protection
• Input noise suppression
• Low power consumption
• Simple (low component count) with rugged circuitry
• 12 AWG terminal block (10 AWG stranded OK)

MONITORING

• Charging light
• LVD activated light (with LVD)

MOUNTING DIAGRAM