Overview; Inverter Overview - YASKAWA SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 Series Installation And Operation Manual

Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 (Rev A, April 2019)
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Overview

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Inverter Overview

A solar inverter converts DC power from solar modules to AC power, and exports it to the electrical grid as
shown in Figure 2-1. The SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 is a state-of-the-art inverter designed and made in the USA
using global components and is compliant with the Buy American Act.
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Inverter Features
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High conversion efficiency using 3-level conversion technology.
o Max efficiency: 99.0%
o CEC efficiency: 98.5%
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Grid adaptability
o Supports multiple grid standards
o Certified to UL1741SA for CA Rule 21 compliance
o Adjustable reactive power
o Adjustable power factor (PF) ±0.85
o Remote power curtailment
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Ethernet connectivity
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Wi-Fi accessible user interface
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Protective enclosure: NEMA 4X rated enclosure allows for outdoor use.
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Flexible design: The SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 series inverters provide a flexible solution for both
distributed and centralized "virtual central" system architecture. Two optional versions of combiners are
offered: the Attachable Combiner (CA-XGI1500 series) and the Remote Combiner (CR-XGI1500
series) with 16, 20, 24, 26, or 28 fuse positions.
Figure 2-1 Inverter Usage
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