Victron SmartSolar MPPT 100/30 Solar Charge Controller 100V 30A

The Victron Energy SmartSolar MPPT 100/30 is a high-performance solar charge controller designed to efficiently harvest maximum energy from solar panels and safely charge 12V or 24V battery systems at up to 30 amps. With a maximum PV input voltage of 100V, it is well-suited for marine, RV, off-grid, and residential solar applications where reliability and intelligent charging are essential.

Equipped with ultra-fast Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) technology, the SmartSolar 100/30 continuously locks onto the optimal power point of the solar array, delivering up to 30% more energy compared to PWM charge controllers and up to 10% more than slower MPPT controllers. Its advanced partial shading detection ensures maximum harvest even when panels are partially shaded, overcoming the limitations of conventional MPPT controllers.

The SmartSolar 100/30 features built-in Bluetooth connectivity, enabling seamless pairing with the VictronConnect app on smartphones and tablets. Through the app, users can configure charging profiles, monitor real-time performance data, view 46-day historical trends, and update firmware wirelessly — all without additional hardware or dongles.

Featuring an outstanding conversion efficiency exceeding 98%, the SmartSolar 100/30 operates without a cooling fan and delivers its full rated output current up to 40°C. The fully programmable multi-stage adaptive charge algorithm supports a wide range of battery chemistries, with eight pre-programmed presets selectable via a rotary switch, making it straightforward to configure for AGM, GEL, flooded lead-acid, and lithium battery types.

Built with comprehensive electronic protection including over-temperature, PV reverse polarity, PV short circuit, and PV reverse current safeguards, the SmartSolar 100/30 is engineered for long-term reliability in demanding environments. Its VE.Direct port enables wired integration with GX devices, MPPT Control displays, and other Victron system components for centralised monitoring and control.

Features

Ultra-Fast MPPT Technology

The SmartSolar MPPT 100/30 uses ultra-fast Maximum Power Point Tracking to continuously optimise solar energy harvest, improving output by up to 30% over PWM controllers and up to 10% over slower MPPT controllers, even in rapidly changing light conditions.

Built-In Bluetooth Connectivity

With Bluetooth Smart built-in, no dongle is required. The controller pairs directly with the VictronConnect app on iOS and Android devices for wireless configuration, real-time monitoring, firmware updates, and historical data review.

Advanced Partial Shading Detection

The innovative BlueSolar algorithm identifies the true global Maximum Power Point on the power-voltage curve, ensuring maximum energy harvest even when partial shading creates multiple local power peaks that would mislead conventional MPPT controllers.

High Conversion Efficiency

With a maximum efficiency exceeding 98% and no cooling fan required, the SmartSolar 100/30 minimises energy loss and operates silently at full rated output current up to an ambient temperature of 40°C (104°F).

Flexible and Programmable Charge Algorithm

The multi-stage adaptive charge algorithm is fully programmable via VictronConnect, with eight pre-programmed battery presets selectable using a rotary switch. It supports a wide range of battery types including AGM, GEL, flooded lead-acid, and lithium chemistries.

Automatic Battery Voltage Detection

The SmartSolar MPPT 100/30 automatically detects and adjusts to 12V or 24V battery systems, simplifying installation and eliminating the need for manual voltage configuration in most setups.

Comprehensive Electronic Protection

Built-in safeguards include over-temperature protection with automatic power derating, PV reverse polarity protection, PV short circuit protection, PV reverse current protection, and a fully discharged battery recovery function capable of recharging batteries depleted to zero volts.

VE.Direct Data Communication

The VE.Direct port enables wired integration with Victron GX devices, MPPT Control displays, and PC interfaces, supporting centralised system monitoring, VRM remote management, and advanced data logging of battery voltage, current, temperature, PV voltage, and PV current over 46 days.

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