{"product_id":"midnite-solar-classic-250-charge-controller-12-72v-battery-charger-wind-solar-hydro-american-made","title":"Midnite Solar Classic 250 MPPT Charge Controller | American Made | Wind Solar Hydro","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"cpd-p-8764657991833\" style=\"margin:-32px -32px 0;font-family:'Nunito Sans',sans-serif;font-size:16px;color:#1d1d1d\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:48px 32px 20px 32px\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family:'Montserrat',sans-serif;font-size:15px;color:#191970;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:1px\"\u003e⚠ Before You Buy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAccessory component — part of a larger off-grid system, not a standalone purchase. Confirm compatibility with your inverter and battery bank before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n@media (max-width: 749px) {\n  #cpd-p-8764657991833 { margin: 0 !important; padding: 0 16px !important; }\n  #cpd-p-8764657991833 \u003e p:first-child { margin: 24px 0 20px 0 !important; }\n  #cpd-p-8764657991833 .cpd-inner { margin: 0 !important; }\n}\n#cpd-p-8764657991833 .cpd-acc-item{border:1px solid #e0e0e0!important;border-radius:8px!important;margin-bottom:10px!important;overflow:hidden!important}\n#cpd-p-8764657991833 .cpd-acc-trigger{display:flex!important;justify-content:space-between!important;align-items:center!important;width:100%!important;background:#f7f8fc!important;border:none!important;padding:16px 20px!important;cursor:pointer!important;font-family:'Montserrat',sans-serif!important;font-weight:800!important;font-size:14px!important;color:#191970!important;text-transform:uppercase!important;letter-spacing:1px!important;text-align:left!important}\n#cpd-p-8764657991833 .cpd-acc-trigger:hover{background:#eef0f8!important}\n#cpd-p-8764657991833 .cpd-acc-icon{font-size:18px!important;color:#7DF9FF!important;transition:transform 0.25s!important}\n#cpd-p-8764657991833 .cpd-acc-body{display:none!important;padding:20px 22px!important;background:#fff!important;line-height:1.7!important}\n#cpd-p-8764657991833 .cpd-acc-body.open{display:block!important}\n#cpd-p-8764657991833 .cpd-acc-trigger.open .cpd-acc-icon{transform:rotate(45deg)!important}\n#cpd-p-8764657991833 table.cpd-specs{width:100%!important;border-collapse:collapse!important;font-size:14px!important}\n#cpd-p-8764657991833 table.cpd-specs tr:nth-child(even){background:#f7f8fc!important}\n#cpd-p-8764657991833 table.cpd-specs td{padding:10px 14px!important;border-bottom:1px solid #eee!important}\n#cpd-p-8764657991833 table.cpd-specs td:first-child{font-weight:700!important;color:#191970!important;width:45%!important}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"cpd-inner\" style=\"margin:0 32px\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cpd-acc-item\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"cpd-acc-trigger\" onclick=\"cpdT('cpd-p-8764657991833',this)\"\u003eOverview \u003cspan class=\"cpd-acc-icon\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"cpd-acc-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Classic 250 is the step up when your PV array exceeds what the Classic 150 can handle. The key difference is input voltage: 250V VOC versus 150V. That higher ceiling allows longer string runs and higher-voltage panel configurations — particularly relevant when cold-weather Voc calculations push 4-panel strings of modern 40V+ panels over 150V. If your string Voc at minimum temperature exceeds 150V, the Classic 250 is the correct controller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tradeoff is output current: the Classic 250 delivers 63A versus the Classic 150's 96A. At 48V, that's approximately 3kW of charging power versus 4.6kW. For larger arrays at higher voltage, two Classic 250s in parallel is a common configuration to recover that charging current. Same Canbus integration with the MidNite Rosie, same ETL listing, same US engineering and support as the Classic 150 — just sized for higher-voltage arrays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/build-your-system\" style=\"color:#191970;font-weight:700\"\u003eBuild Your System guide\u003c\/a\u003e to confirm which Classic is right for your array configuration before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cpd-acc-item\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"cpd-acc-trigger\" onclick=\"cpdT('cpd-p-8764657991833',this)\"\u003eSpecifications \u003cspan class=\"cpd-acc-icon\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"cpd-acc-body\"\u003e\u003ctable class=\"cpd-specs\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax PV Input Voltage (VOC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBattery Voltage Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12–72V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Output Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e63A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Sources\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolar, wind, micro-hydro\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBattery Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLithium, flooded, AGM, and virtually all chemistries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCanbus (native MidNite integration)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCertifications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eETL listed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMidNite Solar — Arlington, WA USA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cpd-acc-item\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"cpd-acc-trigger\" onclick=\"cpdT('cpd-p-8764657991833',this)\"\u003eWhat's Included \u0026amp; What You'll Need \u003cspan class=\"cpd-acc-icon\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"cpd-acc-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#191970\"\u003eWhat's Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:8px 0 16px 20px\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMidNite Solar Classic 250 MPPT charge controller\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstallation manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#191970\"\u003eWhat You'll Need:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:8px 0 16px 20px\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery bank (12–72V)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolar panels (max 250V VOC string)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDC wiring, fusing, and disconnect hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible inverter (Canbus integration with MidNite Rosie; works with others independently)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cpd-acc-item\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"cpd-acc-trigger\" onclick=\"cpdT('cpd-p-8764657991833',this)\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Returns \u003cspan class=\"cpd-acc-icon\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"cpd-acc-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Free standard shipping to all 48 continental U.S. states. Typical transit 3–7 business days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReturns:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30-day return window. Must be unused and in original packaging. Contact \u003ca href=\"mailto:support@chargeprodirect.com\" style=\"color:#191970;font-weight:700\"\u003esupport@chargeprodirect.com\u003c\/a\u003e to initiate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e MidNite Solar manufacturer warranty. CPD facilitates warranty claims.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cpd-acc-item\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"cpd-acc-trigger\" onclick=\"cpdT('cpd-p-8764657991833',this)\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions \u003cspan class=\"cpd-acc-icon\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"cpd-acc-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassic 150 vs Classic 250 — which do I need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf your string Voc (adjusted for minimum installation temperature) stays under 150V, the Classic 150 is the better choice — it delivers more output current (96A vs 63A). If your strings exceed 150V, the Classic 250 is required. Standard 60-cell panels at ~40V Voc can typically string 3 in series (120V) within the Classic 150 limit. 4-panel strings of modern wattages often exceed 150V and require the Classic 250.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan two Classic 250s be used in parallel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — multiple Classic controllers can be stacked in parallel via Canbus to increase total charging current. Each additional Classic 250 adds 63A of charging capacity at 48V.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the maximum charging power at 48V?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e63A × 48V = approximately 3,024W per controller. Two in parallel delivers approximately 6kW of charging power into a 48V battery bank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the Classic 250 compare to the Hawke's Bay?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Hawke's Bay is a higher-capacity charge controller (120A, 600V VOC) for even larger arrays. The Classic 250 is the mid-range option between the Classic 150 (150V, 96A) and the Hawke's Bay (600V, 120A). Choose based on your array's string voltage and desired charging current.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:linear-gradient(135deg,#191970,#0d0d4a)!important;border-radius:10px!important;padding:28px!important;margin:28px 0 0!important;text-align:center!important\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:'Montserrat',sans-serif!important;font-weight:800!important;font-size:16px!important;color:#fff!important;margin:0 0 6px!important\"\u003eBuilding or expanding a backup system?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:14px!important;color:rgba(255,255,255,0.8)!important;margin:0 0 18px!important\"\u003eUse our Build Your System guide to confirm your charge controller, inverter, and battery bank before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/build-your-system\" style=\"display:inline-block!important;background:#7DF9FF!important;color:#191970!important;font-family:'Montserrat',sans-serif!important;font-weight:800!important;font-size:14px!important;text-transform:uppercase!important;letter-spacing:1px!important;padding:14px 32px!important;border-radius:6px!important;text-decoration:none!important\"\u003eBuild Your System →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cscript\u003efunction cpdT(id,btn){var b=btn.nextElementSibling;var o=b.classList.contains('open');var w=document.getElementById(id);w.querySelectorAll('.cpd-acc-body').forEach(function(x){x.classList.remove('open')});w.querySelectorAll('.cpd-acc-trigger').forEach(function(x){x.classList.remove('open')});if(!o){b.classList.add('open');btn.classList.add('open')}}\u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"MidNite Solar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47851477368985,"sku":"sku-50303111102739","price":702.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/4944\/1433\/files\/classic_front-hiRes_4b9c7e0c-2e72-4d2a-837e-e6e8e8fb4ed3.webp?v=1779715007","url":"https:\/\/chargeprodirect.com\/products\/midnite-solar-classic-250-charge-controller-12-72v-battery-charger-wind-solar-hydro-american-made","provider":"Charge Pro Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}