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Phoenix Contact is expanding its proven Sunclix solar connector program by adding a DC plug-in connector with crimp connection for machine installation.
The new generation of SCB Compact string combiner boxes with in-line fuses from Phoenix Contact is even smaller, more flexible, and more powerful.
Its optimised thermal behaviour prevents premature failure due to age. The fuse adapter meets all applicable international requirements, including the latest TÜV test specifications.
SMA Solar Technology AG launches the Sunny Boy 1.5/2.5*. The new Sunny Boy is the perfect inverter for customers who want to take full advantage of their small photovoltaic systems.
It is intended that the majority of new buildings in Great Britain should be carbon neutral by 2016. One way of improving a building’s carbon footprint is to install a photovoltaic system.
The VAL-MS…DC-PV surge arresters from Phoenix Contact are now short-circuit-proof up to 1000 A DC. Thanks to optimisations in the manufacturing process, the values for short-circuit current rating ISCPV could be increased from 300 A to 1000 A.
Eaton’s Bussmann business, the leader in critical circuit protection, power management and electrical safety, has been awarded TUV Rheinland certification for its combiner box range.
aleo solar GmbH will be unveiling its new 300 watt high-power module boasting improved weak light behaviour at the Solar Energy UK exhibition, taking place in Birmingham from 14th to 16th October 2014.
The new SUNCLIX Micon AC connection system from Phoenix Contact reliably connects photovoltaic modules. The system, which consists of Y-connectors and the matching mains connectors, is so compact that it can be easily installed behind the module frame.
The function block libraries for the PC Worx programming software from Phoenix Contact now offer more opportunities for solar engineering.