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title: "OutBack Power FM60-150VDC FLEXMax 60 Charge Controller"
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# 60A max output current 12-60 VDC battery compatibility Operates up to 104°F (40°C) OutBack Power FM60-150VDC FLEXMax 60 Charge Controller

**Brand:** outback
**Price:** ₪3086
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔆 Power Smarter, Live Greener — The Ultimate Solar Charge Controller

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** OutBack Power FM60-150VDC FLEXMax 60 Charge Controller by outback
- **How much does it cost?** ₪3086 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.il](https://www.desertcart.co.il/products/13607253-outback-power-fm60-150vdc-flexmax-60-charge-controller)

## Best For

- outback enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted outback brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **High-Temp Reliability:** Full power output maintained even in scorching 104°F (40°C) environments.
- • **Built-In 128-Day Data Logger:** Track and optimize system performance with long-term data at your fingertips.
- • **Boost Your Solar Yield by 30%:** Maximize your PV array output with advanced MPPT technology.
- • **Remote Monitoring & Programming:** Stay connected and in control via OutBack’s integrated network communications.
- • **Universal Battery Voltage Support:** Seamlessly charge 12 to 60 VDC battery banks with one versatile controller.

## Overview

The OutBack Power FM60-150VDC FLEXMax 60 is a cutting-edge MPPT solar charge controller designed to boost photovoltaic array output by up to 30%. It supports a wide range of battery voltages from 12 to 60 VDC, delivers a maximum output current of 60 amps, and operates efficiently in ambient temperatures up to 104°F (40°C). Featuring a built-in 128-day data logger and remote monitoring capabilities, this controller ensures optimal solar system performance and seamless integration for professional-grade renewable energy setups.

## Description

FLEXmax family of charge controllers is the latest innovation in Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) charge controllers from OutBack Power. The innovative FLEXmax MPPT software algorithm is both continuous and active, increasing your photovoltaic array power yield up to 30% compared to non-MPPT controllers. Thanks to active cooling and intelligent thermal management cooling, both FLEXmax charge controllers can operate at their full maximum current rating, 60 Amps or 80 Amps respectively, in ambient temperatures as high as 104°F (40°C). Included in all of the FLEXmax Charge Controllers are the revolutionary features first developed by OutBack Power, including support for a wide range of nominal battery voltages and the ability to step-down a higher voltage solar array to recharge a lower voltage battery bank. A built-in, backlit 80 character display shows the current status and logged system performance data for the last 128 days at the touch of a button. The integrated OutBack network communications allows FLEXmax series Charge Controllers to be remotely programmed and monitored via a MATE system display and provides unrivaled complete system integration. FLEXmax MPPT Charge Controllers are the only choice when you demand a high performance, efficient and versatile charge controller for your advanced power system. Capable of up to 140VDC solar open circuit voltage Max input and user adjustable for out put up to 60-amps at charging nominal batteries configured for 12, 24, 36, 48, 60 VDC battery banks efficiently. Specifications: Nominal Battery Voltages: 12, 24, 36, 48, or 60 VDC (Single model - selectable via field programming at start-up) Maximum Output Current: 60 amps @ 104� F (40�C) with adjustable current limit PV Open Circuit Voltage (VOC): 150 VDC absolute maximum coldest conditions / 145 VDC Standby Power Consumption: Less than 1 Watt typical Power Conversion Efficiency: 98.1% @ 60 Amps in at 48 VDC System voltage - Five Stage charging algorithm.

Review: Great product - Outback is an amazing company. I ordered components for my solar build before I really had a system designed. I didn't really understand what I needed to. This outback is perfect for small installations. Automatically detects battery and system voltage. I love the way the outback works in my system. It is worth every penny. After I built my system and installed it, I realized there was a better way to maximize wattage from the panels. I still use the outback, but this outback can only handle 150vdc. Do a lot of research. Design your system well. Take your time. Go for the outback if you can afford it. It is plug and play. Super easy. It's amazing I didn't burn it up with all of the creative ways I found to screw up! I called Outback for help after my install. The tech expert made me so mad! How dare he impugn my honor and tell me the problem was in my wiring! Turns out he was right! I found the short and fixed it. No issues since.
Review: Works great!!! - If you need a MPPT charge controller don’t look for any other. This 60 amp charge controller can produce all the power you need. Just make sure you use cable #2 AWG from the combiner box to the terminals and the units works like a well oiled machine. If you have questions about sizing or panels don’t call Outback. I had some newby questions that I know is not on how to use the charge controller, but they were very rude by phone, so I decide not to call them ever again. In the other hand, the seller was great to work with. Pretty fast and help me along the way. My setup 6 290 watts panels (2 strings of 3) 10 kw battery bank 24 v. Two phase 6kw pure sine inverter 1 midnight combiner box 2 15 amps DC breakers 1 80 amp outback dc breaker For the test part I connect 3 panels in series in a 12v 5k battery bank and a 2000 watts inverter. That photo was at 9:00 am. Battery almost full from 50% discharge from the night before. As you see this baby charge that bank in just 3 hours. Rest of the day... FLOATING! So bad I can’t give it 10 stars!

## Features

- Increases PV Solar Array Output to battery bank by up to 30%.
- Designed for charging from your solar array to battery banks with nominal design voltages from 12 to 60 VDC
- Fully Programmable and Built-in 128 Days of Data Logging.
- Ready for Summer temps with Full Power Output in Ambient Temperature up to 104°F (40°C)
- Highest quality MPPT controller for maximizing your solar system performance.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00IVC7BYC |
| Best Sellers Rank | #367,313 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ( See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ) #465 in Renewable Energy Controllers |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (180) |
| Date First Available | March 25, 2011 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 11.65 pounds |
| Item model number | FM-60 |
| Manufacturer | OutBack Power |
| Manufacturer Part Number | FM60 |
| Product Dimensions | 5.75 x 13.5 x 4 inches |
| UPC | 847932002050 733556560024 025283006068 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Outback
- **Color:** Black
- **Display Type:** LCD
- **Item Weight:** 11.7 Pounds
- **Operating Temperature:** 104 Degrees Fahrenheit

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Will this support lifepo4 batteries?**
A: Yes, I am using 8 12v LifePo4 batteries for a 48-volt system and you just need to program the controller per the battery manufacturer recommendations.

**Q: Does this unit operate at 12, 24 & 48 Volts or only 12 volts?**
A: Yes this can operate at 12, 24 or 48 volts.  The amount of solar panels you can connect will depend on which battery voltage you pick   ML SOLAR

**Q: Can I use this on a 220volt system? ie solar charge my battery banks then power is sent through my inverter to my 220 volt household supply.**
A: The Outback FM 60 is capable of a maximum 150 open circuit DC voltage input from a solar array to charge a battery bank of 12, 24, 36,48 or 60 VDC nominal. Additional information and full owner and installation/operation manuals may be downloaded at the manufacturer Outback Power site. All electrical wiring should only be performed by a qualified electrician and meet NEC code and local code requirements.

**Q: Can this be used to charge a 12v battery bank from a 24v solar panel bank (ie, will it "downconvert" from 24v to 12v)?**
A: Yes, the Outback Flexmax series charge controllers can have solar PV input of open circuit voltages up to 150VDC and charge battery banks from 12 to 60 VDC nominal. The Outback Power FM60 is user programmable for battery charging in various type storage systems from 12 to 60 VDC. The programming of all charge parameters are user adjustable to meet the requirements of various types of cells as recommended by a battery manufacturer. Complete user manuals and specification may be downloaded from the manufacturer's Outback Power website.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great product
*by T***E on March 7, 2021*

Outback is an amazing company. I ordered components for my solar build before I really had a system designed. I didn't really understand what I needed to. This outback is perfect for small installations. Automatically detects battery and system voltage. I love the way the outback works in my system. It is worth every penny. After I built my system and installed it, I realized there was a better way to maximize wattage from the panels. I still use the outback, but this outback can only handle 150vdc. Do a lot of research. Design your system well. Take your time. Go for the outback if you can afford it. It is plug and play. Super easy. It's amazing I didn't burn it up with all of the creative ways I found to screw up! I called Outback for help after my install. The tech expert made me so mad! How dare he impugn my honor and tell me the problem was in my wiring! Turns out he was right! I found the short and fixed it. No issues since.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works great!!!
*by J***. on May 22, 2018*

If you need a MPPT charge controller don’t look for any other. This 60 amp charge controller can produce all the power you need. Just make sure you use cable #2 AWG from the combiner box to the terminals and the units works like a well oiled machine. If you have questions about sizing or panels don’t call Outback. I had some newby questions that I know is not on how to use the charge controller, but they were very rude by phone, so I decide not to call them ever again. In the other hand, the seller was great to work with. Pretty fast and help me along the way. My setup 6 290 watts panels (2 strings of 3) 10 kw battery bank 24 v. Two phase 6kw pure sine inverter 1 midnight combiner box 2 15 amps DC breakers 1 80 amp outback dc breaker For the test part I connect 3 panels in series in a 12v 5k battery bank and a 2000 watts inverter. That photo was at 9:00 am. Battery almost full from 50% discharge from the night before. As you see this baby charge that bank in just 3 hours. Rest of the day... FLOATING! So bad I can’t give it 10 stars!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Mostly perfect
*by P***R on October 26, 2020*

Update 07/23: Remote monitoring can be done with the Outback Mate2 but they’re hard to find and they cost ~$300. That puts the Outback controller on equal footing price-wise with the Victron which costs more for the controller but it includes the communications package (note that Victron does not support end-users at all). I’ve added a Victron SmartShunt plus my own display for remote status and am happy enough with it. Update 11/22: Both units are experiencing the hung Charged state problem but one is remote and I didn’t notice it was doing it too. It happens a couple of times a month, the controllers hit their absorb set point and after then hitting the end-amps setup or on absorb timer expiration they go into Charged state which just waits for the voltage to drop to the float set point when it’s supposed to enter float mode. Sometimes it just doesn’t come out, it stays in Charged and the batteries begin to deplete. This problem is well known and there are several forum posts about it dating back years. Outback pretends they don’t know of any such chronic issue but that would require willful ignorance, there are just too many reports of it. I suppose the fact that the firmware cannot be updated in the field means Outback is avoiding admitting to it so they don’t have to update everyone’s controllers at a repair facility. Note: This stuck Charged state may sometimes be cured by turning on a heavy load. My baseline amp draw is 2.5a @ 12v. I have read that applying say a 10a load may kick it out of Charged. I know of one instance where it stayed in Charged for a couple of hours and spontaneously went to float on it’s own. Update 4/22: these are very good assuming you don’t want remote status or history displays. They made a Mate3 remote display but reviews were terrible and it cost more than this controller plus their interface protocol is proprietary so no rolling your own. There’s just no way to monitor these or aggregate statistics say for charting of seasonal performance. A simple serial data port with a dozen or so ascii values on it would make this controller among if not the very best. Both of my units are still chugging along. I still occasionally have the issue with the one going into charged mode and never coming out but it’s pretty rare, maybe once or twice a year. They were purchased at least a year apart and I believe they have different firmware versions but I haven’t specifically checked. Another complaint is that there is no menu item to see when or even if the automatic equalization mode is scheduled. You can hit the Auto equalize selection at any time but does that cancel a previous one? Probably but the only way to tell is watch the unit for a month. Also if equalization happens on a cloudy day and the unit cannot get up to the equalization voltage does it declare success or schedule it for the next day? Who knows. I’ve seen behaviors at different times that suggest both. Original: I’ve got two of these in different locations and am very happy with them. You cannot update the firmware except at a factory repair center and the price is extreme for the separate mate controller that supports a web interface. That said they just work. A couple of times one of mine has finished absorb mode and stuck in charged and I’ve had to force it through the menus to go to float mode. I’ve not investigated why that happened.

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