Purpose of this guide This guide contains information regarding the installation and safe handling of Wuxi Suntech Power Co., Ltd (hereinafter referred to as “Suntech”) photovoltaic modules (hereinafter referred to as “PV modules” or “modules”). Installers must read and understand this guide prior to installation. For any questions, please contact Suntech's Global Quality &...
this PV module to UL 2703. A module with exposed conductive parts is considered to be in compliance with this standard only when it is either electrically grounded in accordance with the manufacturer’ s instructions and the requirements of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 (2014-2017), or when the bonding means has been evaluated with this PV module to UL 2703.
Fire Safety Consult your local authority for guidelines and requirements for building or structural fire safety. Roof constructions and installations may affect the fire safety of a building; improper installation may create hazards in the event of a fire. Use components such as ground fault circuit breakers and fuses as required by local authority. Do not use modules near equipment or in places where flammable gases may be generated.
This installation manual is applicable for any PV system that is 500m way or more from the coastline. If you need to install your system less than 500m from the coast line please refer to Near-coast installation manual (www.suntech-power.com) or contact Suntech Customer Global Service Department or our regional representatives.
Select a proper installation method based on the required load (See below for more detailed information). All installation methods herein are only for reference, and Suntech will not provide related mounting components. The system installer or trained professional personnel must be responsible for the PV system's design, installation, and mechanical load calculation and security of the system.
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Suntech Standard Module Type Module Dimension (using 156.75 - 157.4 mm solar cell) Length × Width × Thickness 16/T Series (Full cell solar module) 1324mm × 992mm × 35mm 1640mm × 992mm × 35mm 20/W Series (Full cell solar module) 1650mm ×...
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A60/W Series negative 2400Pa underneath B60/W Series Safety factor: 1.5 C54/U Series (35mm & 30mm) Test load: Four bolts mounting positive 5400Pa 16/T Series with beams negative 3800Pa 24/V Series underneath Safety factor: 1.5 72/V Series 72/P Series A72/V Series...
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3800Pa 24/V Series beams underneath Safety factor: 1.5 A16/T Series 16/T series L = 180 mm 20/W series L = 180 mm 24/V series L = 280 mm A16/T series L = 180 mm Clamping zone: A = 300 mm...
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60/W Series 72/V Series 72/P Series Test load: A20/W Series positive 5400Pa Four clamps A60/W Series B60/W Series mounting with negative 3800Pa A72/V Series beams underneath Safety factor: 1.5 60/W series L = 200 mm A72/P Series 72/V series L = 300 mm B72/V Series A20/W series L = 200 mm B72/P Series (35mm)
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Customized mounting method Note: The installation methods below are based on the internal evaluation results in Suntech Mounting Mechanical load Installation location Module type method* Four clamps short Test load: end mounting with positive 5400Pa B60/W Series beams parallel with negative 2400Pa C54/U Series (30mm &...
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Four clamps short Test load: end mounting with positive 1600Pa B72/V Series beams underneath negative 1000Pa the short frame Safety factor: 1.5 A0 = 1/4 short frame length±50mm Test load: Four clamps mixed A72/V Series positive 2400Pa mounting with B60/W Series negative 2400Pa beams underneath C54/U Series (30mm &...
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Four bolts tracker positive 1600Pa B72/P Series (35mm & 30mm) C72/V Series mounting*** negative1600Pa C72/P Series (35mm & 30mm) Safety factor: 1.5 16/T Series Test load: 20/W Series Short frame positive 2400Pa A60/W Series insertion / Slide-in negative 2400Pa B60/W Series Safety factor: 1.5...
16/T Series 20/W Series 24/V Series Test load: 60/W Series Six clamps positive 5400Pa 72/V Series mounting with negative 3800Pa A16/T Series beams underneath A60/W Series Safety factor: 1.5 B60/W Series C54/U Series (30mm & 35mm) C72/V Series Clamping zone: A = 1/4 short frame length ±50 mm...
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Suntech modules come with connectors used for system electrical connections. The recommended connectors are STP-XC4, TL-CABLE01S, MC4, and Amphenol H4. Suntech strongly recommends using the genuine connector type specified by Suntech's product data sheet. Choosing a different connector type other than specified may cause the warranty invalid.
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Voltages are additive when modules are connected in series, and modules currents are additive when Modules are connected in parallel, as illustrated in Figure 1. Modules with different electrical characteristics must not be connected directly in series. Series Wiring and Parallel Wiring Series wiring Parallel wiring The maximum number of Modules that can be connected in series within a string must be calculated in...
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For grounding, this guide refers to module frame grounding. If grounding is required, make sure module frames (metal exposed to touch) are always grounded. Suntech recommends always refer to local state and national code requirements for PV module grounding. Suntech highly recommends negative grounding if it's allowed by local authorities.
Recommend fastening torque is 20.5N-m/15 ft-lb. For more information, please contact supplier: Schletter, http://www.solar.schletter.eu Maintenance To ensure optimum module performance, Suntech recommends the following maintenance measures: Clean the module minimum once a year or more often when required depending of the pollution. Remove...
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Wuxi Suntech Power Co., Ltd. Address: No.9 Xinhua Road, Xinwu District Wuxi, China 214028 Customer Service Hot Line: +86 400 8888 009 Fax: +86 510 8534 3321 E-mail: services@suntech-power.com, service.America@suntech-power.com Or please contact our local representatives, details at www.suntech-power.com...
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