Victron SmartSolar MPPT 100/ 30 - 30A and 98% Efficiency
Published on 09/22/2026 at 23:54 | Editorial responsibility: Rafael Müller, Editor-in-Chief AD HOC NEWS
Victron Energy SmartSolar MPPT 100/30 is a compact solar charge controller for 12V and 24V battery systems. Its blue enclosure brings a 30A charging stage, Bluetooth connectivity, and a maximum PV open-circuit voltage of 100V to small off-grid installations.
Core Electrical Specifications
The controller automatically selects 12V or 24V battery voltage and delivers a rated charge current of 30A. Nominal PV power is 440W on a 12V system and 880W on a 24V system.
Solar array voltage must stay within the controller's 100V maximum open-circuit limit, while maximum PV short-circuit current is 35A. Victron lists maximum efficiency at 98%, with a multi-stage adaptive charging algorithm and eight pre-programmed algorithms.
Installation And Monitoring
The SmartSolar MPPT 100/30 measures 130 x 186 x 70 mm and weighs 1.3 kg. Its power terminals accept conductors up to 16 mm2 or AWG6, and the enclosure carries IP43 protection for electronic components and IP22 protection in the connection area.
An integrated VE.Direct communication port supports compatible accessories, while built-in Bluetooth enables configuration and monitoring through Victron's ecosystem. The operating temperature range is -30 to +60 degrees C, with full rated output specified up to 40 degrees C.
How It Compares
The closest same-series alternative is the SmartSolar MPPT 100/50. It raises rated charging current from 30A to 50A and increases nominal PV power from 440W to 700W on 12V systems, or from 880W to 1,400W on 24V systems.
That comparison places the 100/30 in the lower-capacity position of the pair. It suits systems designed around the documented 12V or 24V limits, while larger arrays or higher charging currents call for the 100/50 or a different controller class.
Best Fit For Small Solar Systems
The Victron SmartSolar MPPT 100/30 is a focused choice for 12V and 24V off-grid systems that stay within 100V PV input, 35A short-circuit current, and 440W or 880W nominal array limits. Its 98% maximum efficiency, Bluetooth monitoring, and compact 1.3 kg enclosure define its practical role.
SmartSolar MPPT 100/30 Specifications
Victron Energy provides the product specifications, manuals, and technical documentation.
Victron SmartSolar MPPT 100/30 At A Glance
- Product: SmartSolar MPPT 100/30, SCC110030210
- Manufacturer: Victron Energy B.V.
- Category: MPPT solar charge controller
- Battery voltage: 12V or 24V auto select
- Rated charge current: 30A
- Nominal PV power: 440W at 12V; 880W at 24V
- Maximum PV open-circuit voltage: 100V
- Maximum efficiency: 98%
- Dimensions: 130 x 186 x 70 mm
- Weight: 1.3 kg
