Combiner Box - Revision history

Marcin: /* Wire */

2023-06-29T21:52:43Z

Wire

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	=Wire=		=Wire=
	*PV wire - [https://www.amazon.com/Shirbly-Solar-Panel-Wire-Automotive/dp/B09XMLCLBR/ref=psdc_13638744011_t3_B0BWHRHCD7?th=1]		*PV wire - [https://www.amazon.com/Shirbly-Solar-Panel-Wire-Automotive/dp/B09XMLCLBR/ref=psdc_13638744011_t3_B0BWHRHCD7?th=1]

			=Fuses=
			*Not cheap at $4 each [https://www.amazon.com/ZOOKOTO-10x38mm-1000V-Solar-Photovoltaic/dp/B0B2L4Z8DS/ref=sr_1_4?crid=27F7KRAHR4DNL&keywords=PV%2Bfuse%2B15A&qid=1688075508&s=hi&sprefix=pv%2Bfuse%2B15a%2Ctools%2C82&sr=1-4&th=1]

	=DIY=		=DIY=

	*Article from 2000 in Homepower Magazine - [http://waterheatertimer.org/pdf/Building-a-Combiner-Box.pdf]		*Article from 2000 in Homepower Magazine - [http://waterheatertimer.org/pdf/Building-a-Combiner-Box.pdf]

Marcin: /* Voltages */

2023-06-29T21:07:46Z

Voltages

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	*{{check}}With 600VDC YRSP-D2 [https://www.aliexpress.com/i/3256802939811681.html?gatewayAdapt=4itemAdapt] circuit breaker - [https://www.amazon.com/DEEKOOL-Upgraded-Combiner-Circuit-Waterproof/dp/B0BWHRHCD7/ref=psdc_13638744011_t3_B0BZV8ZMY2#customerReviews]. Combined wire is fatter, at least 10 ga. Circuit breaker appears to be 600Vdc rated [https://www.google.com/search?sxsrf=ALeKk026QG9BbsZl0rNsBS9KmerMgczY_w%3A1602863734253&source=hp&ei=dsKJX6q8DJDYsAXHkpG4Cw&q=YRL7-63DC+breaker&btnK=Google+Search&oq=how+to+configure+nvidia+geforce+gtx+1650+super+on+linux+mint&gs_lcp=CgZwc3ktYWIQAzIFCCEQoAEyBQghEKsCMgUIIRCrAjoOCAAQ6gIQtAIQmgEQ5QI6DgguELEDEMcBEKMCEJMCOggILhDHARCvAToLCC4QsQMQxwEQowI6CAgAELEDEIMBOggILhCxAxCDAToFCAAQsQM6AggAOgQIABAKOgYIABAWEB46CAghEBYQHRAeOgcIIRAKEKABUMsQWOmzAWD8tAFoBnAAeACAAeQGiAGhS5IBDTExLjQ3LjMuMi42LTGYAQCgAQGqAQdnd3Mtd2l6sAEG&sclient=psy-ab&ved=0ahUKEwiqz4DcvLnsAhUQLKwKHUdJBLcQ4dUDCAk&uact=5#imgrc=AHYzGeVEsQJmKM&btnK=Google%20Search&ip=1].		*{{check}}With 600VDC YRSP-D2 [https://www.aliexpress.com/i/3256802939811681.html?gatewayAdapt=4itemAdapt] circuit breaker - [https://www.amazon.com/DEEKOOL-Upgraded-Combiner-Circuit-Waterproof/dp/B0BWHRHCD7/ref=psdc_13638744011_t3_B0BZV8ZMY2#customerReviews]. Combined wire is fatter, at least 10 ga. Circuit breaker appears to be 600Vdc rated [https://www.google.com/search?sxsrf=ALeKk026QG9BbsZl0rNsBS9KmerMgczY_w%3A1602863734253&source=hp&ei=dsKJX6q8DJDYsAXHkpG4Cw&q=YRL7-63DC+breaker&btnK=Google+Search&oq=how+to+configure+nvidia+geforce+gtx+1650+super+on+linux+mint&gs_lcp=CgZwc3ktYWIQAzIFCCEQoAEyBQghEKsCMgUIIRCrAjoOCAAQ6gIQtAIQmgEQ5QI6DgguELEDEMcBEKMCEJMCOggILhDHARCvAToLCC4QsQMQxwEQowI6CAgAELEDEIMBOggILhCxAxCDAToFCAAQsQM6AggAOgQIABAKOgYIABAWEB46CAghEBYQHRAeOgcIIRAKEKABUMsQWOmzAWD8tAFoBnAAeACAAeQGiAGhS5IBDTExLjQ3LjMuMi42LTGYAQCgAQGqAQdnd3Mtd2l6sAEG&sclient=psy-ab&ved=0ahUKEwiqz4DcvLnsAhUQLKwKHUdJBLcQ4dUDCAk&uact=5#imgrc=AHYzGeVEsQJmKM&btnK=Google%20Search&ip=1].
	*{{check}}500VDC - [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09ZXV3GNF?pd_rd_i=B09ZXV3GNF&pf_rd_p=781503ef-fc4a-4a05-82e1-c6ce0583b45e&pf_rd_r=P9WZ9NFCEBC5CZZZ6YPR&pd_rd_wg=6kEcd&pd_rd_w=hAkvS&pd_rd_r=c71dd655-e788-4ba1-99bf-2cb49bd1624c&th=1]. Combined output appears to have 12 ga wire, or 20A max. Would need 10 ga for 30A combined output, so this is really only good for 20A.		*{{check}}500VDC - [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09ZXV3GNF?pd_rd_i=B09ZXV3GNF&pf_rd_p=781503ef-fc4a-4a05-82e1-c6ce0583b45e&pf_rd_r=P9WZ9NFCEBC5CZZZ6YPR&pd_rd_wg=6kEcd&pd_rd_w=hAkvS&pd_rd_r=c71dd655-e788-4ba1-99bf-2cb49bd1624c&th=1]. Combined output appears to have 12 ga wire, or 20A max. Would need 10 ga for 30A combined output, so this is really only good for 20A.

			=Wire=
			*PV wire - [https://www.amazon.com/Shirbly-Solar-Panel-Wire-Automotive/dp/B09XMLCLBR/ref=psdc_13638744011_t3_B0BWHRHCD7?th=1]

	=DIY=		=DIY=

	*Article from 2000 in Homepower Magazine - [http://waterheatertimer.org/pdf/Building-a-Combiner-Box.pdf]		*Article from 2000 in Homepower Magazine - [http://waterheatertimer.org/pdf/Building-a-Combiner-Box.pdf]

Marcin: /* Voltages */

2023-06-29T21:02:49Z

Voltages

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	*Go to Midnite for higher V combiners? [https://diysolarforum.com/threads/combiner-box-questions.26831/]		*Go to Midnite for higher V combiners? [https://diysolarforum.com/threads/combiner-box-questions.26831/]
	*Most fuse holders are rated for 600-1000V, while DC breakers are 150V [https://solarpowercombinerbox.com/pages/what-is-a-solar-combiner-box]		*Most fuse holders are rated for 600-1000V, while DC breakers are 150V [https://solarpowercombinerbox.com/pages/what-is-a-solar-combiner-box]
	*{{check}}With 600VDC YRSP-D2 [https://www.aliexpress.com/i/3256802939811681.html?gatewayAdapt=4itemAdapt] circuit breaker - [https://www.amazon.com/DEEKOOL-Upgraded-Combiner-Circuit-Waterproof/dp/B0BWHRHCD7/ref=psdc_13638744011_t3_B0BZV8ZMY2#customerReviews]		*{{check}}With 600VDC YRSP-D2 [https://www.aliexpress.com/i/3256802939811681.html?gatewayAdapt=4itemAdapt] circuit breaker - [https://www.amazon.com/DEEKOOL-Upgraded-Combiner-Circuit-Waterproof/dp/B0BWHRHCD7/ref=psdc_13638744011_t3_B0BZV8ZMY2#customerReviews]. Combined wire is fatter, at least 10 ga. Circuit breaker appears to be 600Vdc rated [https://www.google.com/search?sxsrf=ALeKk026QG9BbsZl0rNsBS9KmerMgczY_w%3A1602863734253&source=hp&ei=dsKJX6q8DJDYsAXHkpG4Cw&q=YRL7-63DC+breaker&btnK=Google+Search&oq=how+to+configure+nvidia+geforce+gtx+1650+super+on+linux+mint&gs_lcp=CgZwc3ktYWIQAzIFCCEQoAEyBQghEKsCMgUIIRCrAjoOCAAQ6gIQtAIQmgEQ5QI6DgguELEDEMcBEKMCEJMCOggILhDHARCvAToLCC4QsQMQxwEQowI6CAgAELEDEIMBOggILhCxAxCDAToFCAAQsQM6AggAOgQIABAKOgYIABAWEB46CAghEBYQHRAeOgcIIRAKEKABUMsQWOmzAWD8tAFoBnAAeACAAeQGiAGhS5IBDTExLjQ3LjMuMi42LTGYAQCgAQGqAQdnd3Mtd2l6sAEG&sclient=psy-ab&ved=0ahUKEwiqz4DcvLnsAhUQLKwKHUdJBLcQ4dUDCAk&uact=5#imgrc=AHYzGeVEsQJmKM&btnK=Google%20Search&ip=1].
	*{{check}}500VDC - [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09ZXV3GNF?pd_rd_i=B09ZXV3GNF&pf_rd_p=781503ef-fc4a-4a05-82e1-c6ce0583b45e&pf_rd_r=P9WZ9NFCEBC5CZZZ6YPR&pd_rd_wg=6kEcd&pd_rd_w=hAkvS&pd_rd_r=c71dd655-e788-4ba1-99bf-2cb49bd1624c&th=1]. Combined output appears to have 12 ga wire, or 20A max. Would need 10 ga for 30A combined output, so this is really only good for 20A.		*{{check}}500VDC - [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09ZXV3GNF?pd_rd_i=B09ZXV3GNF&pf_rd_p=781503ef-fc4a-4a05-82e1-c6ce0583b45e&pf_rd_r=P9WZ9NFCEBC5CZZZ6YPR&pd_rd_wg=6kEcd&pd_rd_w=hAkvS&pd_rd_r=c71dd655-e788-4ba1-99bf-2cb49bd1624c&th=1]. Combined output appears to have 12 ga wire, or 20A max. Would need 10 ga for 30A combined output, so this is really only good for 20A.

Marcin: /* Voltages */

2023-06-29T20:55:27Z

Voltages

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	*Most fuse holders are rated for 600-1000V, while DC breakers are 150V [https://solarpowercombinerbox.com/pages/what-is-a-solar-combiner-box]		*Most fuse holders are rated for 600-1000V, while DC breakers are 150V [https://solarpowercombinerbox.com/pages/what-is-a-solar-combiner-box]
	*{{check}}With 600VDC YRSP-D2 [https://www.aliexpress.com/i/3256802939811681.html?gatewayAdapt=4itemAdapt] circuit breaker - [https://www.amazon.com/DEEKOOL-Upgraded-Combiner-Circuit-Waterproof/dp/B0BWHRHCD7/ref=psdc_13638744011_t3_B0BZV8ZMY2#customerReviews]		*{{check}}With 600VDC YRSP-D2 [https://www.aliexpress.com/i/3256802939811681.html?gatewayAdapt=4itemAdapt] circuit breaker - [https://www.amazon.com/DEEKOOL-Upgraded-Combiner-Circuit-Waterproof/dp/B0BWHRHCD7/ref=psdc_13638744011_t3_B0BZV8ZMY2#customerReviews]
	*{{check}}500VDC - [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09ZXV3GNF?pd_rd_i=B09ZXV3GNF&pf_rd_p=781503ef-fc4a-4a05-82e1-c6ce0583b45e&pf_rd_r=P9WZ9NFCEBC5CZZZ6YPR&pd_rd_wg=6kEcd&pd_rd_w=hAkvS&pd_rd_r=c71dd655-e788-4ba1-99bf-2cb49bd1624c&th=1]		*{{check}}500VDC - [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09ZXV3GNF?pd_rd_i=B09ZXV3GNF&pf_rd_p=781503ef-fc4a-4a05-82e1-c6ce0583b45e&pf_rd_r=P9WZ9NFCEBC5CZZZ6YPR&pd_rd_wg=6kEcd&pd_rd_w=hAkvS&pd_rd_r=c71dd655-e788-4ba1-99bf-2cb49bd1624c&th=1]. Combined output appears to have 12 ga wire, or 20A max. Would need 10 ga for 30A combined output, so this is really only good for 20A.

	=DIY=		=DIY=

	*Article from 2000 in Homepower Magazine - [http://waterheatertimer.org/pdf/Building-a-Combiner-Box.pdf]		*Article from 2000 in Homepower Magazine - [http://waterheatertimer.org/pdf/Building-a-Combiner-Box.pdf]

Marcin: /* Voltages */

2023-06-29T20:49:49Z

Voltages

← Older revision		Revision as of 20:49, 29 June 2023
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	*Go to Midnite for higher V combiners? [https://diysolarforum.com/threads/combiner-box-questions.26831/]		*Go to Midnite for higher V combiners? [https://diysolarforum.com/threads/combiner-box-questions.26831/]
	*Most fuse holders are rated for 600-1000V, while DC breakers are 150V [https://solarpowercombinerbox.com/pages/what-is-a-solar-combiner-box]		*Most fuse holders are rated for 600-1000V, while DC breakers are 150V [https://solarpowercombinerbox.com/pages/what-is-a-solar-combiner-box]
	*{{check}}With 600VDC circuit breaker - [https://www.amazon.com/DEEKOOL-Upgraded-Combiner-Circuit-Waterproof/dp/B0BWHRHCD7/ref=psdc_13638744011_t3_B0BZV8ZMY2#customerReviews]		*{{check}}With 600VDC YRSP-D2 [https://www.aliexpress.com/i/3256802939811681.html?gatewayAdapt=4itemAdapt] circuit breaker - [https://www.amazon.com/DEEKOOL-Upgraded-Combiner-Circuit-Waterproof/dp/B0BWHRHCD7/ref=psdc_13638744011_t3_B0BZV8ZMY2#customerReviews]
	*{{check}}500VDC - [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09ZXV3GNF?pd_rd_i=B09ZXV3GNF&pf_rd_p=781503ef-fc4a-4a05-82e1-c6ce0583b45e&pf_rd_r=P9WZ9NFCEBC5CZZZ6YPR&pd_rd_wg=6kEcd&pd_rd_w=hAkvS&pd_rd_r=c71dd655-e788-4ba1-99bf-2cb49bd1624c&th=1]		*{{check}}500VDC - [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09ZXV3GNF?pd_rd_i=B09ZXV3GNF&pf_rd_p=781503ef-fc4a-4a05-82e1-c6ce0583b45e&pf_rd_r=P9WZ9NFCEBC5CZZZ6YPR&pd_rd_wg=6kEcd&pd_rd_w=hAkvS&pd_rd_r=c71dd655-e788-4ba1-99bf-2cb49bd1624c&th=1]

Marcin: /* Voltages */

2023-06-29T20:46:58Z

Voltages

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	*Most fuse holders are rated for 600-1000V, while DC breakers are 150V [https://solarpowercombinerbox.com/pages/what-is-a-solar-combiner-box]		*Most fuse holders are rated for 600-1000V, while DC breakers are 150V [https://solarpowercombinerbox.com/pages/what-is-a-solar-combiner-box]
	*{{check}}With 600VDC circuit breaker - [https://www.amazon.com/DEEKOOL-Upgraded-Combiner-Circuit-Waterproof/dp/B0BWHRHCD7/ref=psdc_13638744011_t3_B0BZV8ZMY2#customerReviews]		*{{check}}With 600VDC circuit breaker - [https://www.amazon.com/DEEKOOL-Upgraded-Combiner-Circuit-Waterproof/dp/B0BWHRHCD7/ref=psdc_13638744011_t3_B0BZV8ZMY2#customerReviews]
			*{{check}}500VDC - [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09ZXV3GNF?pd_rd_i=B09ZXV3GNF&pf_rd_p=781503ef-fc4a-4a05-82e1-c6ce0583b45e&pf_rd_r=P9WZ9NFCEBC5CZZZ6YPR&pd_rd_wg=6kEcd&pd_rd_w=hAkvS&pd_rd_r=c71dd655-e788-4ba1-99bf-2cb49bd1624c&th=1]

	=DIY=		=DIY=

	*Article from 2000 in Homepower Magazine - [http://waterheatertimer.org/pdf/Building-a-Combiner-Box.pdf]		*Article from 2000 in Homepower Magazine - [http://waterheatertimer.org/pdf/Building-a-Combiner-Box.pdf]

Marcin: /* Voltages */

2023-06-29T20:31:34Z

Voltages

← Older revision		Revision as of 20:31, 29 June 2023
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	*Go to Midnite for higher V combiners? [https://diysolarforum.com/threads/combiner-box-questions.26831/]		*Go to Midnite for higher V combiners? [https://diysolarforum.com/threads/combiner-box-questions.26831/]
	*Most fuse holders are rated for 600-1000V, while DC breakers are 150V [https://solarpowercombinerbox.com/pages/what-is-a-solar-combiner-box]		*Most fuse holders are rated for 600-1000V, while DC breakers are 150V [https://solarpowercombinerbox.com/pages/what-is-a-solar-combiner-box]
	*With 600VDC circuit breaker - [https://www.amazon.com/DEEKOOL-Upgraded-Combiner-Circuit-Waterproof/dp/B0BWHRHCD7/ref=psdc_13638744011_t3_B0BZV8ZMY2#customerReviews]		*{{check}}With 600VDC circuit breaker - [https://www.amazon.com/DEEKOOL-Upgraded-Combiner-Circuit-Waterproof/dp/B0BWHRHCD7/ref=psdc_13638744011_t3_B0BZV8ZMY2#customerReviews]

	=DIY=		=DIY=

	*Article from 2000 in Homepower Magazine - [http://waterheatertimer.org/pdf/Building-a-Combiner-Box.pdf]		*Article from 2000 in Homepower Magazine - [http://waterheatertimer.org/pdf/Building-a-Combiner-Box.pdf]

Marcin: /* Voltages */

2023-06-29T20:31:23Z

Voltages

← Older revision		Revision as of 20:31, 29 June 2023
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	*Go to Midnite for higher V combiners? [https://diysolarforum.com/threads/combiner-box-questions.26831/]		*Go to Midnite for higher V combiners? [https://diysolarforum.com/threads/combiner-box-questions.26831/]
	*Most fuse holders are rated for 600-1000V, while DC breakers are 150V [https://solarpowercombinerbox.com/pages/what-is-a-solar-combiner-box]		*Most fuse holders are rated for 600-1000V, while DC breakers are 150V [https://solarpowercombinerbox.com/pages/what-is-a-solar-combiner-box]
			*With 600VDC circuit breaker - [https://www.amazon.com/DEEKOOL-Upgraded-Combiner-Circuit-Waterproof/dp/B0BWHRHCD7/ref=psdc_13638744011_t3_B0BZV8ZMY2#customerReviews]

	=DIY=		=DIY=

	*Article from 2000 in Homepower Magazine - [http://waterheatertimer.org/pdf/Building-a-Combiner-Box.pdf]		*Article from 2000 in Homepower Magazine - [http://waterheatertimer.org/pdf/Building-a-Combiner-Box.pdf]

Marcin: /* Voltages */

2023-06-29T20:22:54Z

Voltages

← Older revision		Revision as of 20:22, 29 June 2023
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	=Voltages=		=Voltages=
	*1000V for this one - [https://usfull.com/pv-combiner-box-efficiently-combines-the-power-of-multiple-panels/#:~:text=The%20maximum%20rated%20voltage%20in,solar%20panels%20with%20different%20voltages.]		*1000V for this one - [https://usfull.com/pv-combiner-box-efficiently-combines-the-power-of-multiple-panels/#:~:text=The%20maximum%20rated%20voltage%20in,solar%20panels%20with%20different%20voltages.]
	*Why are others limited to 250V? Because the circuit breaker is 250V - [https://www.yoycart.com/Product/4770298929/]		*Why are others limited to 250V? '''Because the circuit breaker is 250V''' - [https://www.yoycart.com/Product/4770298929/]
	*Go to Midnite for higher V combiners? [https://diysolarforum.com/threads/combiner-box-questions.26831/]		*Go to Midnite for higher V combiners? [https://diysolarforum.com/threads/combiner-box-questions.26831/]
	*Most fuse holders are rated for 600-1000V, while DC breakers are 150V [https://solarpowercombinerbox.com/pages/what-is-a-solar-combiner-box]		*Most fuse holders are rated for 600-1000V, while DC breakers are 150V [https://solarpowercombinerbox.com/pages/what-is-a-solar-combiner-box]

Marcin: /* Voltages */

2023-06-29T20:22:28Z

Voltages

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	=Voltages=		=Voltages=
	*1000V for this one - [https://usfull.com/pv-combiner-box-efficiently-combines-the-power-of-multiple-panels/#:~:text=The%20maximum%20rated%20voltage%20in,solar%20panels%20with%20different%20voltages.]		*1000V for this one - [https://usfull.com/pv-combiner-box-efficiently-combines-the-power-of-multiple-panels/#:~:text=The%20maximum%20rated%20voltage%20in,solar%20panels%20with%20different%20voltages.]
	*Why are others limited to 250V?		*Why are others limited to 250V? Because the circuit breaker is 250V - [https://www.yoycart.com/Product/4770298929/]
	*Go to Midnite for higher V combiners? [https://diysolarforum.com/threads/combiner-box-questions.26831/]		*Go to Midnite for higher V combiners? [https://diysolarforum.com/threads/combiner-box-questions.26831/]
	*Most fuse holders are rated for 600-1000V, while DC breakers are 150V [https://solarpowercombinerbox.com/pages/what-is-a-solar-combiner-box]		*Most fuse holders are rated for 600-1000V, while DC breakers are 150V [https://solarpowercombinerbox.com/pages/what-is-a-solar-combiner-box]