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SOLECTRIA
Installation and Operation Guide
Models:
XGI 1500-250/250-600-DCG
XGI 1500-225-600-DCG
XGI 1500-200/200-480-DCG
XGI 1500-175-480-DCG
Note: These XGI 1500 inverter models require a DC negative ground
and will prevent Potential Induced Degradation (PID) in PV modules
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XGI 1500-DCG
that are susceptible to this effect.
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- Page 1 Utility Scale 1500VDC String Inverter ® SOLECTRIA XGI 1500-DCG Installation and Operation Guide Models: XGI 1500-250/250-600-DCG XGI 1500-225-600-DCG XGI 1500-200/200-480-DCG XGI 1500-175-480-DCG Note: These XGI 1500 inverter models require a DC negative ground and will prevent Potential Induced Degradation (PID) in PV modules that are susceptible to this effect.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Table of Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....................4 Hazard Symbols ..........................4 Symbols on Labels ..........................4 General Safety Messages ........................5 Status Panel ............................6 Overview ..............................7 Inverter Overview .......................... - Page 3 Voltage and Frequency Limits and Trip Times ................... 61 mperature and Altitude ........................63 P-Q Curves ............................65 Options ..............................71 Appendix ............................... 71 Warranty and RMA Instructions ......................71 Yaskawa Solectria Solar Contact Information ..................71 12.3 External Transformer Specification Guide…………………………………………………………………..72 DOCR-071081-B 3 of 74...
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Page 4: Important Safety Instructions
® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Hazard Symbols Table 1-1 Hazard Symbols DANGER indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in serious injury or death. WARNING indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death. -
Page 5: General Safety Messages
De-energize the unit, wait 5 minutes, and verify the absence of voltage before opening the equipment or removing any protective shields. General Damage to Equipment Attempting to service the inverter improperly may result in damage. Contact Yaskawa Solectria Solar Technical Support for maintenance. Read and Follow Instructions Failure to read and follow instructions may void the warranty. -
Page 6: Status Panel
® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Status Panel The status panel consists of five LEDs that provide useful information to the user regarding the function of the inverter. LEDs are shown in Figure 1-1 and defined in Table 1-3. Figure 1-1 Status Panel Table 1-3 Explanation of Symbols on Status Panel Ready (Yellow) -
Page 7: 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-DCG series are state-of-the-art inverters designed and made in the USA using global components and are compliant with the Buy American Act. - Page 8 ® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters 2.1.2 Inverter Protection Features Short-circuit protection • Anti-islanding protection • Input and output surge protection • Input over-current protection • Self-monitoring variables: • o AC output voltage and frequency o Leakage current to ground o DC injection in AC output o Internal ambient temperature...
- Page 9 ® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters 2.1.4 Inverter Features AC On/Off Switch WiFi Antenna (Load Break) DC Disconnect (Load Break) Mounting Status Panel Bracket DC Disconnect Cooling (Load Break) Power Fans Components User Wiring Mounting Section Bracket Conduit Entry...
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Page 10: Inverter Placement
® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Inverter Placement The SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG inverter is rated for outdoor use and will operate when the connected solar array provides sufficient voltage and power. To obtain the best performance and ensure longevity of the inverter, it is recommended to mount the inverter out of the direct sunlight. -
Page 11: Unpacking
® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Unpacking When storing the packaged inverters, keep them in an area where they will not get damaged or flooded. Storage temperatures should be maintained in the range -40°F to +167°F (-40°C to +75°C). Open the box carefully to avoid damaging the contents. -
Page 12: Inverter Dimensions, Spacing And Mounting
® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Inverter Dimensions, Spacing and Mounting The dimensions of the XGI 1500 DCG inverter are shown in Figure 3-1. 44.3 in 1125 mm 34.84 in 29.5 in 885 mm 750 mm Figure 3-1 Inverter Dimensions Mount the inverter to 1 inch strut channel as shown in Figure 3-4. - Page 13 ® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Use Figure 3-3 to space strut channels for mounting. The holes on the bottom bracket use the center of the slot as the reference point and the hook at the top bracket uses the top of the upper strut channel as its reference point.
- Page 14 ® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Attach the inverter, with its mounting brackets firmly secured and in place, to the strut channel as shown in Figure 3-4 and Figure 3-5. The top inverter brackets fit over the upper strut bar to hang the inverter while securing the upper and lower brackets to the strut channel.
- Page 15 ® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters When positioned on the strut, the inverter and strut channels should appear as in Figure 3-5. To secure the inverter in place, use two 8mm ( in) stainless bolts (not provided) through the holes provided in the top face of the upper brackets, and two more through the front face of the lower brackets.
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Page 16: Wiring
® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Wiring Turn the AC Switch to OFF before wiring. The AC switch actuates two load-break-rated AC contactors to open. The AC switch is located on the right side of the inverter (Figure 2-3.) Turn AC Switch on the inverter to OFF Verify the absence of AC voltage Wiring terminals are rated for both 75°C and 90°C rated conductors. - Page 17 ® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters When opening the inverter cover, both cover support arms must be fully engaged to secure the cover in the open position. An unsecured cover could swing down and injure nearby personnel.
- Page 18 ® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters 3.3.2 Bottom Conduit Entry All conduit connections must be made in the designated area on the bottom side of the inverter. Be sure to remove all metal shavings from the inverter after drilling a hole in order to prevent metal chips and other debris from damaging the inverter.
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Page 19: Transformer Configuration
Yaskawa Solectria Solar’s XGI 1500 DCG inverters require AC output connection to a wye-configured service with a floating neutral (see Figure 3-10), or an ungrounded delta. The XGI inverter uses Neutral for AC voltage sensing, when a Neutral is available. - Page 20 ® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Improper Transformer Configuration Inverter will not run and may have hazardous current. Connect transformer in specified configurations only. Incorrect transformer configuration may cause damage to the inverter. Figure 3-11. No more than 8 XGI 1500-DCG inverters in parallel connected to a single transformer, to ensure proper functioning of the GFDI functionality.
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Page 21: Equipment Grounding
® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Equipment Grounding The XGI 1500 DCG models must be bonded using equipment grounding provisions. Note that the negative DC pole is connected to equipment ground in the factory. The XGI 1500 DCG models include provisions for terminating equipment grounding conductors and other conductors used for bonding. -
Page 22: Ac Connections
® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters AC Connections The AC connections consist of the 3 AC Phases (L1, L2, and L3) and Ground. AC wires must be rated for at least 600 VAC. Use wires within the ranges shown in Table 3-2, and sized as required to comply with the National Electrical Code and local codes. - Page 23 ® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Figure 3-12 Installation of Single or Parallel Conductor Sets Although a Neutral terminal is available, a neutral conductor is not required for inverter operation. See Figure 3- 13. The neutral terminal is isolated from the chassis and only used for voltage sensing. If a Neutral conductor is installed, torque the neutral terminal, based on the conductor size, according to Table 3-3 using either a 3/16 Allen hex key or a slot torque driver.
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Page 24: Ac Breaker Specifications
® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters AC NEUTRAL AC PHASE CONNECTIONS Figure 3-13 AC Connections – Neutral and Ground (Left) and AC Phases (Right) For aluminum connections, follow these steps to prepare the wires, one wire at a time. a) Remove the appropriate amount of insulation from the wire. -
Page 25: Dc Connections
® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters DC Connections The PV source circuits must be combined external to the inverter using an appropriate model of the XGI 1500 Remote Combiner boxes. See, for example, models CR1500-xxP-yy(S)-400 and CR1500-xxP-yyF-400S (with output fuse). -
Page 26: Dc Connection Using An Xgi 1500 Remote Combiner
® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters DC Connection Using an XGI 1500 Remote Combiner (CR1500-xxP-yyS-400, or CR1500-xxP-yyF-400S) Wire the DC Connections as shown in Figure 3-14 using the wire sizes shown in Table 3-6. Figure 3-14 DC Connections from a Solectria CR1500 Remote Combiner Table 3-6 DC Input Wire Size XGI 1500-250/250-600-DCG, XGI 1500-225-600-DCG Models... -
Page 27: Conduit Sealing
® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Conduit Sealing All conduit entrances must be sealed with conduit foam. Ensure to use a product that is listed for use in electrical applications. Polywater ® ATF Spray Foam Sealant is an excellent option. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations when sealing conduit entrances. -
Page 28: Antenna Mounting
® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Antenna Mounting Mount the antenna as shown in Figure 3-8. The antenna works best when oriented vertically. Figure 3-18 Mounting the Antenna Replace Wiring Box Cover Release the cover supports and gently lower the cover into place. Use a flat-head screwdriver to secure the 5 cover latches by rotating them each 90 degrees. -
Page 29: Startup And Verification Test
® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Startup and Verification Test Electrical Shock Hazard Installer may come into contact with components that have hazardous voltage and energy. Use proper safety equipment when energizing the inverter. Startup Checklist Mechanical Installation ... -
Page 30: Commissioning Test
® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Verify that the Status Panel illuminates READY and that neither MAINTENANCE nor POWER FAULT LED is illuminated. If the LEDs are not in this state, see Section 9 Maintenance and Troubleshooting. ... -
Page 31: Communication Installation And User Interface
Ethernet using a PC. The SOLECTRIA XGI inverters are compatible with Solectria’s SolrenView with no additional hardware required. Yaskawa Solectria Solar also supports integration with other third-party monitoring platforms. This section includes important information regarding communication design requirements, wiring requirements, and installation instructions. - Page 32 ® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters XGI Inverters can be clustered using Ethernet daisy chains (Figure 5-1), mixed networks using Ethernet switches (Figure 5-2), or any combination to form a multi-cluster configuration (Figure 5-3). The maximum number of inverters in any single daisy chain is 50 inverters. •...
- Page 33 ® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Figure 5-2 Mixed network DOCR-071081-B 33 of 74...
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Page 34: Xgi Gateway Inverters Firewall
® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Cluster A INV A1, Gateway INV An Inverter Firewall Switch Optional, Long Haul Fiber Modem or Cluster B Internet Gateway Switch or Internet INV B1, Gateway INV Bn Rou ter Inverter Firewall Cluster C... -
Page 35: Monitoring Compatibility
® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Cluster LAN - All other Ethernet devices - - XGI Inverters Only - Modem or INV 1, Gateway INV 50 INV 49 INV 2 Internet Inverter Gateway Internet Firewall Other Device Other... -
Page 36: Static Ip Configuration, Gateway Inverter
® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Static IP Configuration, Gateway Inverter Gateway inverters can be manually configured using a static IP. It is important to identify which Ethernet Port is configured with the static IP and ensure this is connected to the LAN. Once a static IP is configured the port will no longer function as a Cluster connection. - Page 37 ® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters By default the Gateway Inverter will detect and recommend an IP/Subnet from which external devices are allowed through the Inverter Gateway Firewall. For security purposes the user is encouraged to enter the most restrictive value, with preference given to the specific IP address of the external device (DAS).
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Page 38: Static Routing
® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Figure 5-7 Port Forwarding 5.9.3 Port Forwarding, DAS Configuration The External Access IP and respective Port settings must be configured on the third-party monitoring platform or DAS. This will allow the DAS to query the desired inverter properly. Static Routing To implement Static Routing the XGI Gateway Inverter(s) will need to be configured and a static routing rule will need to be added to the LAN. -
Page 39: Manage Cluster Ip Address
® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Figure 5-8 Enabling external Modbus access, static routing 5.10.2 Static Routing, Entering Static Routing Rule on LAN A static routing rule can be implemented on any permanently installed device on the LAN. Most commonly this is configured on the Internet Gateway Modem/Router or the third-party DAS (if feature is provided). -
Page 40: Communication And I/O Ports
® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Figure 5-9 Manage IP Configuration Communication and I/O Ports The SOLECTRIA XGI has two interchangeable Ethernet Ports. These connections are located in the right hand compartment within the Wire Box. 5.12.1 Weather Station Connection (Optional) Only use weather stations that connect using Ethernet. -
Page 41: Graphical User Interface
® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Graphical User Interface The XGI series of inverters operate on an advanced communication platform that provides the operator with an unparalleled level of access and control. The user interface is designed to be intuitive and easy to use, however, it is important to understand the supported network topologies and some XGI specific terminology that is used within this document. - Page 42 ® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters INFO ✔ No Built in Keypad: To provide a more robust GUI and remove a common failure point, the XGI does not contain a built in keypad. The XGI has an LED Status Panel that provides a visual indication of the inverter status but does not allow the user to control the inverter.
- Page 43 ® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters 6.2.2 Connecting to the Inverter, WiFi To access the inverter using WiFi, connect the smart device or laptop to the WiFi network (see Error! Reference source not found. for default SSID). Wait 15 seconds for the laptop to obtain an IP address from the XGI Inverter.
- Page 44 ® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Figure 6-1 Inverter List Example Table 6-3 Explanation of Symbols in User Interface Symbol Explanation Inverter OK: This indicates that the inverter is on the Reference List and functioning normally. Inverter Missing: This indicates that the inverter is on the Reference List but is undetected.
- Page 45 ® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Figure 6-2 Inverter Home Page (Observer Mode) Selecting the inverter status icons will give their current state, as shown in Error! Reference source not found.. Figure 6-3 Current Status with Network and Communication Working and Maintenance with an Event The menu button is located in the upper left corner, represented by three horizontal lines (≡).
- Page 46 ® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters 6.2.5 Logging In Before logging in, the user interface is in observer mode. Logging in is necessary to view and access the Inverter Configurations options in the menu in administrator mode. Everything that is accessible in observer mode is also accessible in administrator mode.
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Page 47: Menu Structure
® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Menu Structure This menu structure is subject to change as firmware updates are released. Inverter List Jump to Other Select Inverter Inverters in to View Cluster Home Live Measurements Inverter Status Inverter Info Charts... -
Page 48: Firmware Updates
Firmware Updates SOLECTRIA XGI inverters support local and remote firmware updates. Remote updates are performed automatically from the Yaskawa Solectria Solar server or manually via the Remote Access Portal (with subscription). Local firmware updates can be performed with a laptop and an Ethernet cable. - Page 49 ® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Figure 7-1 Firmware Update DOCR-071081-B 49 of 74...
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Page 50: Communication Commissioning
® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Communication Commissioning Once all inverters are installed and energized, the XGI communications can be commissioned. Before proceeding ensure that the following conditions are met: All inverters energized, (DC voltage) ... -
Page 51: Maintenance And Troubleshooting
® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Maintenance and Troubleshooting If an inverter is not running correctly, the Status Panel will show that there is an issue. When the inverter is working normally, the three leftmost LEDs are lit (Ready, Network and Communications, and Power) and the two on the right will be off (Maintenance and Ground Fault). - Page 52 ® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Check to ensure external fans are clear of debris and are operating. Critical Over Internal hardware temperature -If external fans are not operating. Temperature has exceeded the allowable limits. Contact Technical Support, fans may need to be replaced.
- Page 53 ® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters 9.1.2 Warning Events Warning events will always result in the inverter ceasing AC power production, but the inverter can self-recover if conditions causing the event cease. A warning event is indicated by the inverter illuminating the Maintenance LED (wrench).
- Page 54 ® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Using a CAT III multi-meter verify the AC frequency. If there is a discrepancy AC Very High of greater than 2% between the AC high frequency region 2 Frequency 2 measured results and the frequency detected.
- Page 55 ® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Power cycle the inverter. If the inverter Communication Communication processor doesn’t clear the error, contact 3 Fault hardware fault. Technical Support. Check to make sure the Ethernet connections are firmly seated. Check Network Fault A network connection has failed.
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Page 56: Regular Preventative Maintenance
® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Regular Preventative Maintenance Solectria’s warranty terms require regular preventative maintenance. It is recommended to perform this service annually, adjusting the service interval as needed depending on site conditions. It may be necessary to perform the preventative maintenance more frequently during the first year to determine the appropriate service interval. - Page 57 ® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Figure 9-1 Inverter Wiring Compartment 5. While the cover is off, perform a visual inspection of the wiring box compartment, looking for water, excessive debris, discoloration of components, and quality of workmanship, pests, or anything else that may interfere with proper inverter operation.
- Page 58 ® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Figure 9-2 Inverter Fan Gaurds Debris may also collect in the cooling plenum, on the heatsinks, and inductors located in this section of the inverter. A removable panel located at the rear of the inverter provides access for cleaning. Figure 9-3 Rear Access Panel DOCR-071081-B 58 of 74...
- Page 59 ® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Do not use any metallic tools within the cooling plenum as this could damage the insulation on the inductors. To clean the cooling plenum: 1. Turn off the inverter, first by moving the DC Switch on the inverter to the “OFF” position, then by turning the AC Switch on the inverter to the “OFF”...
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Page 60: Specifications
® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Specifications General Specifications Table 10-1 General Specifications XGI 1500- XGI 1500- XGI 1500- XGI 1500- 250/250-600-DCG 225-600-DCG 200/200-480-DCG 175-480-DCG Max Input Voltage 1500 VDC Full Power Input 860 to 1250 VDC 860 to 1250 VDC 750 to 1250 VDC 750 to 1250 VDC... -
Page 61: Measurement Accuracy
® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Measurement Accuracy Table 10-2 Accuracy Specifications Enclosure Table 10-3 Enclosure Information Enclosure Finish, Rating Polyester Powder-Coated Aluminum, NEMA 4X, IEC IP66, Type 3R Height: 29.5 in. (750 mm) Dimensions Width: 44.3 in. - Page 62 ® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Table 10-4 Response to Abnormal Voltages, Category III Shall Trip – Category III Default Settings Range of Allowable Settings Shall Trip Voltage Clearing Time Voltage Clearing Time Function (p.u. of nominal voltage) (p.u.
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Page 63: Mperature And Altitude
® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Figure 10-1 Derating with AC Voltage Figure 10-2 Derating with DC Voltage Temperature and Altitude XGI 1500- XGI 1500- XGI 1500- XGI 1500- 250/250-600-DCG 225-600-DCG 200/200-480-DCG 175-480-DCG Ambient Temperature -40°F to +140°F (-40°C to +60°C) Range Derating Temperature... - Page 64 ® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Table 10-6 Normal Temperature Ranges % of Power vs Ambient Temp Thermally derated power measured at nominal DC input voltage Ambient Temp (C) 250kW / 200kW 175kW 225kW Figure 10-3 Derating with Temperature (Thermally derated power measured at nominal DC input voltage) % of Rated Full Power vs Altitude Altitude (km)
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Page 65: P-Q Curves
® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters P-Q Curves XGI 1500-250/250-600-DCG Reactive Capability Data -100 -150 -200 -250 -300 Nameplate Operating Reactive Capability Inverter Limit S Limit 250 kVA P Limit 250 KW Over-Excitation p.f. limit 0.80 Under-Excitation p.f. - Page 66 ® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters XGI 1500-225/250-600-DCG Reactive Capability Data -100 -150 -200 -250 -300 Nameplate Operating Reactive Capability Inverter Limit S Limit 225 kVA P Limit 250 KW Over-Excitation p.f. limit 0.80 Under-Excitation p.f. limit 0.80 DOCR-071081-B 66 of 74...
- Page 67 ® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters XGI 1500-225//225-480-DCG Reactive Capability Data -100 -150 -200 -250 Nameplate Operating Reactive Capability Inverter Limit S Limit 225 kVA P Limit 225 KW Over-Excitation p.f. limit 0.80 Under-Excitation p.f. limit 0.80 DOCR-071081-B 67 of 74...
- Page 68 ® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters XGI 1500-200/200-480-DCG Reactive Capability Data -100 -150 -200 -250 Nameplate Operating Reactive Capability Inverter Limit S Limit 200 kVA P Limit 200 KW Over-Excitation p.f. limit 0.80 Under-Excitation p.f. limit 0.80 DOCR-071081-B 68 of 74...
- Page 69 ® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters XGI 1500-175/200-480-DCG Reactive Capability Data -100 -150 -200 -250 Nameplate Operating Reactive Capability Inverter Limit S Limit 175 kVA P Limit 200 KW Over-Excitation p.f. limit 0.80 Under-Excitation p.f. limit 0.80 DOCR-071081-B 69 of 74...
- Page 70 ® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters XGI 1500-175/175-480-DCG Reactive Capability Data -100 -150 -200 Nameplate Operating Reactive Capability Inverter Limit S Limit 175 kVA P Limit 175 KW Over-Excitation p.f. limit 0.80 Under-Excitation p.f. limit 0.80 DOCR-071081-B 70 of 74...
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Page 71: Options
XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Options Yaskawa Solectria Solar offers 1500V combiner products, designed exclusively to pair with SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 inverters. The Remote Combiners (CR1500-xxP-yyS-400 series) are designed for a centralized or clustered deployment of multiple XGI 1500 inverters with the Remote Combiners distributed throughout the PV array field. -
Page 72: External Transformer Specification Guide
® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Transformer Details External Transformer Specification Guide for XGI 1500-DCG INVERTERS 1. Information about this Specification Guide 1.1 Intended Audience This specification shall guide the solar system designer in choosing the correct medium-voltage transformer. 1.2 Applicable XGI 1500 Inverter Models •... - Page 73 This document establishes the general guidelines to selecting the correct external transformer to work in conjunction with Yaskawa’s XGI 1500-DCG inverters. Many more transformer parameters are project specific (i.e. transformer efficiency, protection, KVA level, medium voltage level...) and very from case to case.
- Page 74 ® Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 DCG Series Inverters Construction The core and coil shall be vacuum processed to ensure maximum • penetration of insulating fluid into the coil insulation system. While under vacuum, the windings will be energized to heat the coils and drive out moisture, and the transformer will be filled with preheated filtered de-gassed insulating fluid.