Connecting Can Communication Cable - SMA SUNNY TRIPOWER 5.0 SMART ENERGY Operating Manual

7 Electrical Connection
11. Tighten the swivel nut.
12. Remove the protective cap from the CAN & DIG-I/
O socket.
13. Insert the connector for battery communication
connection into the CAN & DIG-I/O socket. The
connector must snap audibly into place on both
sides.
7.5.3

Connecting CAN communication cable

Communication between inverter and battery
• Communication between the inverter and the battery takes place via the battery
communication cable via CAN bus.
Additionally required material (not included in the scope of delivery):
☐ 1 battery communication cable for the communication between inverter and battery
☐ Bootlace ferrules (only for multi-core stranded wire, usable length of the ferrule at least
12 mm)
Network cable (SBS to switch, battery to switch) requirements:
☐ Twisted pair conductors
☐ Cable category: minimum CAT5e
☐ Cable with shielding: Yes
☐ Conductor cross-section: 0.2 mm² to 1.5 mm²
☐ External diameter: 5.3 mm to 7 mm
☐ Maximum cable length: 10 m
☐ UV-resistant for outdoor use.
☐ Recommendation: Use a network installation cable with 1-core rigid wire
☐ Comply with the requirements of the battery manufacturer.
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