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Aug 6, 2014 · The PV-output circuit overcurrent devices shall be rated at least 156% of the short-circuit PV currents [690-8]. Time-delay fuses or circuit breakers would minimize nuisance
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The conductor resistances are taken from Table 8 in Chapter 9 of the NEC and are given for conductors at 75°C. The PV conductors are protected with a 45-amp (1.25 x 36) single-pole circuit breaker on this grounded system. The circuit breaker should be rated to accept 2 AWG conductors rated at 75°C.
The source-circuit circuit breakers are rated at 25 amps (requirement is 125% of 17 amps = 21.25). The PV array short-circuit current is 68 amps (5 x 13.6). 110-amp circuit breaker is used for the main PV disconnect after the five source circuits are combined.
Underwriters Laboratories also establishes the standards for the internal construction of panelboards and enclosures. In general, NEC Articles 480 and 690-71, 72, 73 should be followed for installations having storage batteries. Battery storage in PV systems poses several safety hazards:
The design requirements for the balance of systems components in a PV system are addressed, including conductor selection and sizing, overcurrent protection ratings and location, and disconnect ratings and location.
Application of this information and results obtained are the responsibility of the user. In most locations, all electrical wiring including photovoltaic power systems must be accomplished by a licensed electrician and then inspected by a designated local authority. Some municipalities have additional codes that supplement or replace the NEC.
comply with NEC standards that apply to both ac and dc power systems. In a system where one conductor is grounded, the insulation on all grounded conductors must be white or natural gray or be any color except green if marked with white plastic tape or paint at each termination (marking allowed only on conductors larger than 6 AWG).
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