Amphenol Industrial Global Operations has announced that its Helios H4 is now UL certified to 1000V.
This UL rating means the connector has ben approved for use in existing systems as well as in new ones that require more voltage without having to increase cable size. The increase in voltage rating enables higher voltage systems to be created with a lower percentage of voltage drop and decreases the use of copper and the GBP per watt through electrical efficiency.
The dual-rated (UL/TUV) PV Connector features the company’s RADSOK technology, which offers higher current ratings and lower contact resistance giving lower power losses. The device is compatible with industry standard connectors.
The connector is designed for applications that use solar inverters, combiner boxes and installers to help feed power from a solar panel into an inverter or combiner box. It features quick snap lock mating for easy panel mount installation and termination to either box.
The connector meets NEC 2008 requirements without the need for extra locking collars or locking sleeves. Its increased rating makes the connectors an ideal choice for use in ever-expanding solar farms.
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