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YASKAWA Solectria PVI 25TL-208 Installation And Operation Manual

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Solectria® PVI 25TL-208
Solectria® PVI 50TL-480
Solectria® PVI 60TL-480
Installation and Operation Guide
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PVI 25TL-208
PVI 50TL-480
PVI 60TL-480

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  • Page 1 Commercial 1000VDC String Inverters Solectria® PVI 25TL-208 Solectria® PVI 50TL-480 Solectria® PVI 60TL-480 Installation and Operation Guide Models: PVI 25TL-208 PVI 50TL-480 PVI 60TL-480...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Before You Start ................................5 Important Safety Instructions ..........................6 Hazard Symbols ............................. 6 Symbols on Labels ............................7 General Safety Messages ..........................7 Overview ................................10 Intended Use ............................... 10 Inverter Features ............................
  • Page 3 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Operation State ............................66 Interface Types ............................66 Commissioning ..............................68 Commissioning Checklist ..........................68 Commissioning Steps ..........................69 Menu Functions ..............................72 Fault Shutdown and Troubleshooting ......................101 LED Status Panel Testing ...........................
  • Page 4 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 IMPORTANT REGISTRATION AND WARRANTY INFORMATION For warranty to become active, this inverter must be registered. To activate warranty and register inverter, please visit the link below. https://solectria.com/support/inverter-registration DOCR-071030-A (10/7/2022) Page 4 of 131...

  • Page 5: Before You Start

    Be sure to read this manual carefully before using the inverter. Thank you for choosing a Yaskawa Solectria Solar grid-tied PV inverter. This PV inverter is a high performance and highly reliable product specifically designed for the North American Solar market.

  • Page 6: Important Safety Instructions

    PVI 50TL-480 PVI 60TL-480 Please read this user manual carefully before installation of the inverter. Yaskawa Solectria Solar reserves the right to refuse warranty claims for equipment damage if the user fails to install the product according to the instructions in this manual. Failure to follow these instructions and other relevant safety procedures may result in voiding of the product warranty and/or damage to the inverter or other property.

  • Page 7: Symbols On Labels

    Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Symbols on Labels Table 1-1 Explanation of Symbols on Labels SYMBOL DESCRIPTION DC Signal AC Signal Equipment Ground Phase Refer to Operating Instructions Caution: Risk of Electric Shock Do not remove cover until 5 minutes after disconnecting all supply sources Caution: Risk of Electric Shock Timed Discharge...
  • Page 8 CAUTION Heavy Lifting Hazard: Solectria PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480, and PVI 60TL-480 inverters weigh 56 kg (123.5 lbs). The wiring box weighs 15 kg (33 lbs). Ensure the mounting bracket is properly installed prior to hanging the inverter and wiring box on the bracket. A team of more than two is recommended to lift and place the inverter and wiring box into position.
  • Page 9 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 interconnection agreement. Placing the inverter into operation before the overall system complies with the national codes, rules and safety regulations of the application is not permitted. If there is a fault; and it is safe to access the inverter: 1.

  • Page 10: Overview

    The SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480, and PVI 60TL-480 inverters are not intended for use in a micro-grid or off-grid application. Although successful integration into AC-coupled storage systems is possible, Yaskawa Solectria Solar does not support or provide guidance for use in this type of application.

  • Page 11: Inverter Features

    *positive-fused per 2017 National RSD wiring boxes: 15 positive-fused Electric Code allowance string input positions BIFACIAL MODULES Compatible with Bifacial Modules. Please see Yaskawa Solectria Solar Bifacial Module Application Note. DOCR-071030-A (10/7/2022) Page 11 of 131...

  • Page 12: Inverter Protections

    Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Inverter Protections OUTPUT MONITORING AC output voltage and frequency monitoring ANTI-ISLANDING Bidirectional frequency perturbation based on Sandia Frequency Shift Detection OVER VOLTAGE PROTECTION Integrated input and output over-voltage protection OVER CURRENT PROTECTION Input and output over-current protection GROUND MONITORING...

  • Page 13: Inverter Diagrams

    Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Inverter Diagrams Figure 2-2 SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480, and PVI 60TL-480 Inverter Main Items of the Inverter: ① Main inverter enclosure ② Inverter wiring box ③ Inverter mounting bracket ④...
  • Page 14 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 19.29in(490mm) 17.83in(453mm) 16.34in(415mm) 12.05in(306mm) 8.97in(228mm) 5.90in(150.00mm) 0.32in(8mm) DC INPUT COMM. PORT 4.29in(109mm) 4.29in(109mm) AC OUTPUT 2.87in(73mm) 2.87in(73mm) Figure 2-4 Wire-box Conduit Knockout Locations ① Knockouts for DC input, (1) 1-1/2 inch Trade Size ②...

  • Page 15: Schematic Diagram And Circuit Design

    Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 ⑥ DC SPD (Surge Protective Device) ⑦ Internal ground terminal ⑧ AC output terminal block ⑨ Negative DC input busbar ⑩ Rapid Shutdown transmitter Schematic Diagram and Circuit Design The basic electrical schematic diagram of the PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 inverters with a standard wire box is shown in Figure 2-3;...
  • Page 16 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 the loss of AC voltage by way of opening the PV system disconnect switch, inverter circuit breaker or under loss of grid events, the transmitter stops transmitting the “stay alive” signal sending the MLPE devices into rapid shutdown.

  • Page 17: Anti-Islanding Detection

    Figure 2-5 PVI 25TL-208 Inverter Schematic, Module-Level Rapid Shutdown Wire Box Anti-islanding Detection The SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480, and PVI 60TL-480 3-Phase String Inverters include unintentional islanding detection as required by UL 1741/IEEE 1547. The inverter will continuously make bi-directional perturbations to the frequency of the output current by injecting a small amount of reactive power to detect a possible islanding condition.

  • Page 18: Dc Arc-Fault Protection

    Communication Overview The SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480, and PVI 60TL-480 inverters support industry standard Modbus RS-485 communications for monitoring purposes. In addition to SolrenView and/or third party monitoring, these inverters are also able to send data to an online portal which is used for remote diagnostic purposes. This capability can provide remote firmware upgrades and remote troubleshooting and is an accessory that is available for individual purchase.

  • Page 19: Labels

    Figure 2-6 Communications Overview Labels The SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480, AND PVI 60TL-480 has labels on the Power Head. Do not deface these labels as they contain important information required for warranty service. The labels on the Power Head show the inverter specifications and FCC compliance.

  • Page 20: Unpacking

    Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Unpacking The SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480, and PVI 60TL-480 inverters ship in two separate packages, consisting of A) the main inverter enclosure and B) the wirebox, mounting bracket, user manual, and accessory kit. Prior to installation, be sure to store the packaged inverter(s) out of the elements.
  • Page 21 WARNING Read These Instructions: Failure to follow these installation instructions may result in personal injury or death. Read this section in its entirety before attempting to install a SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480, or PVI 60TL- 480 inverter. NOTICE! Improper Installation Will Void Warranty: This section includes important information regarding the proper installation environment and mechanical and electrical requirements.
  • Page 22 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 NOTICE! Maintain NEMA 4X Rating: Water ingress could result in unsafe conditions. Please take note of the following recommendations in order to maintain the NEMA rating and prevent water from entering into the system. Do not add weep holes or any other holes to the inverter or wire box.

  • Page 23: Installation Sequence Overview

    Without inspection, customers run the risk of having electronic circuit damage when power is applied to the inverter during startup. It is advised that customers contact the Yaskawa Solectria Solar service department at +1 (978) 683-9700 x2 for further advice and to schedule an inspection of the inverters on- site.

  • Page 24: Mechanical Installation

    Mechanical Installation Inverter Environment The SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480, AND PVI 60TL-480 inverters are equipped with a NEMA Type 4X rated, Polyester Powder-Coated Aluminum enclosure suitable for outdoor installation in many different climates. Select the mounting location appropriately taking into consideration snow, wind, rain, direct sun, pests, vegetation growth, and any other local environmental conditions.
  • Page 25 113°F (45°C), it is best to keep the inverter out of direct sunlight to minimize temperature de-rating and extend product life. Inverter Dimensions The dimensions of the SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480, AND PVI 60TL-480 inverters are shown in Figure 3-1. Figure 3-1 Inverter Dimensions Inverter Mounting Angle and Orientation The SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480, AND PVI 60TL-480 inverters are designed to accommodate mounting angles between vertical and 75°...
  • Page 26 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 6. The bottom edge of the Wiring Box must remain horizontal (perpendicular to a plumb line). No side-to-side tilting is permitted. Figure 3-2 Inverter Mounting Options Inverter Spacing It is important to allow ample spacing for ventilation, wire management, and service.
  • Page 27 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Figure 3-3 Inverter Minimum Spacing and Clearance Area NOTICE! The installation clearance between two inverters must be increased to 30 in. when the ambient temperature is higher than 45°C. DOCR-071030-A (10/7/2022) Page 27 of 131...
  • Page 28 ≥13.8in (350mm) provided a baffle is installed. Installing an aluminum or galvanized steel baffle (Not supplied by Yaskawa Solectria Solar) with the dimensions detailed above is intended to divert or deflect warm exhaust air from entering the adjacent inverter. Elevated ambient air temperature ≥...
  • Page 29 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Figure 3-5 Inverter Pillar or Column Mounting Dimensions INFO ✔ If the inverter is installed on a pillar or column (instead of solid wall), the space from the bottom of one inverter to the top of the inverter below may be as small as 11.8in (300mm).
  • Page 30 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Figure 3-6 Inverter Pillar Mounting Specifications DOCR-071030-A (10/7/2022) Page 30 of 131...
  • Page 31 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Mounting A mounting bracket, shown in Figure 3-9, is provided with each SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480, and PVI 60TL-480 inverter. The mounting bracket must be securely attached to a structurally sound, flat surface. Acceptable surfaces include U-channel metal racking (such as Unistrut), concrete, and other non-flammable surfaces.
  • Page 32 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Figure 3-7 Mounting Bracket - Hole Locations DOCR-071030-A (10/7/2022) Page 32 of 131...
  • Page 33 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Referring to Figure 3-9, drill holes at the marked positions with a 10mm (0.4in.) drill and put the M8 expansion tubes, labeled as ①, into the holes; assemble and fasten the mounting brackets, labeled as ②, with the M8x25 assembling bolts, labeled as ③, supplied with the accessory kit.
  • Page 34 Lifting Heavy Object Hazard: Proper lifting technique must be used in order to avoid injuries. The Power Head of the Solectria PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480, AND PVI 60TL-480 weighs 123.5 lbs (56kg). Hang the inverter on the mounting bracket as shown in Figure 3-10.
  • Page 35 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 CAUTION Heavy Object: The main PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480, and PVI 60TL-480 inverter section is 123.5 lbs (56 kg). Please ensure the mounting bracket is properly installed before hanging the inverter on the bracket. It is recommended to have at least 2 people mount the inverter due to the weight of the equipment.
  • Page 36 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Figure 3-12 Main Enclosure Cover Plate Remove screws securing the bulkhead cover at the top of the wiring box. Figure 3-13 Wiring Bulkhead Cover INFO ✔ The covers shown above do not have waterproof function. THEY ARE NOT WATER TIGHT. Save the bulkhead connector cover and screws and attach the cover to the left side of the wiring box after the wiring box is attached to the inverter enclosure.
  • Page 37 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Secure the Power Head to the Wiring Box Secure the wiring box to the main enclosure by using the M6x18 screws (4pcs) to fasten the wiring box (see Figure 3-14 ).
  • Page 38 Figure 3-16 Attach Bulkhead Cover to Wiring Box Anti-Theft Padlock (Optional) The Yaskawa Solectria Solar PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480, and PVI 60TL-480 inverters provide the option to install an anti-theft padlock (not included) when the installation is complete. The anti-theft padlock is used to prevent the inverter from being stolen when the equipment is installed outdoors.

  • Page 39: Electrical Installation

    Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Figure 3-17 Location of Anti-Theft Padlock Hole The anti-theft padlock shackle should meet the requirements of the dimensions shown in Figure 3-18. Recommended lock size: A: Shackle diameter 3~6mm B: Shackle width 20~50mm C: Shackle height 20~50mm Figure 3-18 Acceptable Dimensions for Anti-Theft Padlock...
  • Page 40 Open Fuse Holders: Verify the absence of DC voltage and current. INFO ✔ The SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480, and PVI 60TL-480 3-phase inverters must be installed in accordance with the National Electric Code, NFPA 70, and any State Codes or local jurisdictions. An online based Solar PV string sizing tool is available https://solectria.com/support/string-sizing-tool/.
  • Page 41 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Figure 3-20 Removing the Wiring Box Cover To reinstall the cover, replace cover and align the screws. Use a No. 3 Philips head screwdriver to secure the 4 screws on the cover.
  • Page 42 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 ④ External ground connection point (M6) The internal connection points for the different wiring boxes configurations are shown in Figure 3-22, Figure 3-23, and Figure 3-24. Their different connection points are labeled as follows: ⑤...
  • Page 43 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Figure 3-24 Internal Connection Points within the RSD Wiring Box (PVI 25TL-208) Figure 3-25 shows the PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 standard wiring box with the fuse bypass option. This option is used with external combiner boxes.
  • Page 44 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Electrical Installation DC The SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50/60TL-480 inverters provide design flexibility for the installer and designer. The following section provides important information regarding the DC input specifications, wiring requirements, and installation instructions.
  • Page 45 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Figure 3-26 Independent MPPT Zones Only WARNING Unequal String Lengths and Module Mismatch: Opening fuses under load can cause a hazardous condition. It is strongly recommended to avoid unequal string lengths within a zone and module mismatch. Figure 3-27 Matched (Left) and Mismatched (Right) String Sizes within a Zone or Inverter DC Connection Specifications The voltage rating of the DC conductors must meet or exceed 1000VDC and be rated at no less than 90°C (194°F).
  • Page 46 20 A fuses as factory standard. Ensure that the appropriate fuse values are used for the conductors in the PV source circuit and in accord with NEC 690.9. Yaskawa Solectria does not supply fuses. (1) Each DC input conductor for the PV string requires fuse protection. (2014 NEC and earlier editions only) (2) The voltage rating of the fuse must be at least 1000VDC.
  • Page 47 The larger rated fuses may be required for combined input strings; for example, when Y branch connectors are used with DC field wiring to reduce PV source circuit home runs. Yaskawa Solectria Solar allows replacement of the factory installed 20A fuses with appropriate ampere ratings, however Yaskawa Solectria Solar does not provide nor stock these fuses.
  • Page 48 DC input conductor (i.e. NEC 2014 or earlier), additional fusing shall be installed for the conductors connected to the negative (-) DC input terminal of the Solectria PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480, and PVI 60TL-480 inverters. The voltage rating of the fuse must be at least 1000V .
  • Page 49 The use of the wire ferrules is not mandatory and shall not void the product warranty if not used. Ferrules are not provided by Yaskawa Solectria Solar. DC Fuseholder Torque Specification The inverter wiring box may be assembled using fuse holders supplied by either Sinofuse or Mersen (Ferraz Shamut).
  • Page 50 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Using the 1-1/2 inch openings Remove the factory installed liquid-tight plugs from the DC knockout holes in the Wire Box and install 1-1/2 inch Trade Size conduit and conduit fittings. If the use of smaller conduit is desired, use proper weather-tight reducing bushings to ensure the Wire Box maintains its NEMA 4X rating.
  • Page 51 This section includes important information regarding the AC grid connection, wiring requirements, and installation instructions. INFO ✔ String Sizing Tool: Yaskawa Solectria Solar offers a String Sizing Tool to help customers design their PV string sizing at https://www.solectria.com/support/string-sizing-tool/...
  • Page 52 Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70 and with all local rules and safety regulations before the inverter can be operated. Yaskawa Solectria Solar PVI line three-phase transformerless inverters prefer a wye configured service with solidly grounded neutral. When needed, a floating WYE or floating delta service is permissible. Please note that when pairing these inverters with a floating WYE or floating delta service, the inverter can only provide DC ground fault detection.
  • Page 53 GridMaxVolt trip point settings. A complete and most up to date guide for transformer requirements can be found in the Application Note: Interconnection Guidelines for Yaskawa Solectria Solar PVI Transformerless Inverters found at: DOCR-071030-A (10/7/2022)
  • Page 54 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 https://www.solectria.com/support/documentation/. The application note interconnection requirements take precedence over the requirements stated in this manual. Neutral Requirements The physical neutral conductor from the inverter to the point of interconnection is optional, but not recommended. It is used by the inverter for voltage sensing only and does not carry current.
  • Page 55 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Use the 1-1/2 inch knockouts Remove the liquid-tight hole-plug from the right side or bottom of the AC input portion of the wiring box to install 1-1/2 inch Trade Size conduit and conduit fittings. Then route the cables through the conduit and into the wiring box.
  • Page 56 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Figure 3-34 AC Output and Ground Cable Connection Table 3-11 Torque and Conductor Specifications CONNECTION POINT CONDUCTOR RANGE TORQUE VALUE L1/L2/L3: AC OUTPUT TERMINAL BLOCK 14.25 N-m (126 in-lbs） -3/0AWG(75/90°C 6 - 3/0AWG (90°C...
  • Page 57 (See the 1st diagram in Figure 3-35) Set up the conductors referring to Figure 3-35. End ferrules and OT type terminals are not provided by Yaskawa Solectria Solar. Figure 3-36 AC Output and Ground Cable Setup...
  • Page 58 Use of Aluminum Conductors The AC terminals in the SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480, and PVI 60TL-480 are dual rated by UL for use with copper and aluminum conductors. When using aluminum conductors it is important to prepare the conductors properly to prevent oxidation and overheating.
  • Page 59 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 b) Remove the oxidation from the connection area of the aluminum conductor using a wire brush or other abrasive means. Figure 3-38 Preparing Aluminum Wires Prior to Connecting c) Immediately apply a UL listed oxide-inhibiting compound, such as Noalox.

  • Page 60: Communication Installation

    Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Communication Installation The SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480, and PVI 60TL-480 inverters support industry standard Modbus RS-485 communications. The inverters are compatible with the Solectria’s web-based monitoring platform (SolrenView) through the optional Ethernet Network Card.
  • Page 61 A maximum of 32 devices can be connected to this card. When provided with an internet connection, it can send data to an online portal that Yaskawa Solectria Solar can use for troubleshooting and remote diagnostic purposes. As well, customers can opt to purchase access to this portal for easy O&M of their system. It is also used for allowing the connection of a third-party monitoring system.
  • Page 62 90 degree angle. Monitoring Compatibility The SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480, and PVI 60TL-480 is compatible with SolrenView and third-party Data Acquisition Systems (DAS). When using SolrenView monitoring the Ethernet Network Card is necessary. If connecting with third party monitoring providers, RS-485 connections must be used.

  • Page 63: Communication Wiring

    Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Use shielded twisted pair as described in 3.4.3. • It is recommended to limit the maximum length of the RS-485 daisy chain to a maximum length of 3000 •...

  • Page 64: User Interface

    Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 termination. Ensure the switch is in the OFF position for all other inverters in the daisy chain, including the one where the Ethernet Network Card is installed. 5. The shield of the individual cables must be open (not connected to ground) on one end – the other end of the shield must be grounded.
  • Page 65 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Interpretation for the indicator lights is shown in Table 4-1 and function of the keys is shown in Table 4-2. Table 4-1 LED Indication Meaning LED LIGHT DESCRIPTION Working Power Indicator Light POWER DC Power is available (control panel works)

  • Page 66: Operation State

    The LCD screen will display different interfaces based on the operation modes of the inverter. There are four operation modes: Logo/Start-up interface, Normal operation, Standby, and Fault mode. (1) Logo/Start-up mode displays the Yaskawa Solectria Solar logo when the inverter is checking if conditions are met for connection after a manual start-up of the inverter.
  • Page 67 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 E-total: E-Today: 24 h Running Status Cycle Display Status Addr:000 2015-10-22 10：00:00 Figure 4-3 Default Display Interface for Normal Operation History Time&Date Error Code W0130 2015/10/22 12:20:08 P0020 2015/10/22 12:30:11 F0140 2015/10/22 13:20:08...

  • Page 68: Commissioning

    Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 (4) If the inverter experiences a Fault it will enter Fault mode and display the current or most recent faults. History Record Current Error Running Record Fault Record Figure 4-6 History Record Interface The inverter will disconnect from the power grid and turn into fault mode when the inverter or power grid fails.

  • Page 69: Commissioning Steps

     You may change the grid standard. The default setting is IEEE 1547. When the inverter completes “sys checking”, the LCD shows the screen as Figure 5-1 below. Press ENTER to the standard selection interface, as shown in Figure 5-1. Yaskawa Solectria Solar Initialization Figure 5-1 System Initialization Logo Setting Language.
  • Page 70 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 The default grid standard is IEEE 1547. If a different standard is needed please go to “Menu Functions” section for further instructions on how to change it. Available grid standards are shown in Figure 5-2.
  • Page 71 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Neutral Line Setting Figure 5-3 Setting the Neutral Line  Choosing the communication data. From the previous menu, press ESC to return to the System Parameters menu. Scroll to Communication Setting and press ENT. Select Baud rate and press ENT. The default setting is 9600.

  • Page 72: Menu Functions

    Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Figure 5-5 Normal Operation Status INFO ✔ The Running status cycle display include: NoErr (Error information), Pdc(kW), Udc(V), Idc(A), Pac(kW) and Q(kvar).  If the inverter fails to operate normally, the “FAULT” light will illuminate and the fault menu will be displayed.
  • Page 73 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 The main operation interface of LCD screen has 5 menus, i.e. ON/OFF, EASUREMENT ETTINGS OWER , and then press ENT to , and . The users may select options with ISTORY ECORD EVICE...
  • Page 74 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Move the cursor to in the main interface. Press ENT, you will be asked for a password. Enter the ETTINGS password: “1111”as shown Figure 6-3. Change the password digits by pressing .
  • Page 75 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Figure 6-5 G ONNECTION INFO ✔ Please check with your local electricity supply company before selecting the grid standard. If the inverter is operated with a wrong grid standard, the electricity supply company may cancel the operation license. Putting the inverter into operation before the overall system complies with the national rules and safety regulation of the application is not permitted.
  • Page 76 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Control Command Control Command Force Restart Time Factory Defaults Vmppt(V) ARC Detect ARC Clear Pmppt(kW) Udc(V) Idc(A) MPPT Scan P2/2 P1/2 Figure 6-6 Control Command Setting INFO ✔ is effective only when the faults “IntFault0010~0150”...
  • Page 77 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Once this MPPT scan function is activated thru the LCD, it will search the maximum power point at a voltage step of 5V in the MPPT range for full load, and get the maximum power point. Protect Parameters In this interface you can change the Protect parameters of grid voltage, frequency and recovery, etc., as shown in Figure 6-7.
  • Page 78 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 IEEE 1547 RULE 21 PARAMETER NAME DESCRIPTION DEFAULT DEFAULT GRIDVOLTMAX1(%) Level 1 Max. 100.00 110.00 135.00 100.00 110.00 135.00 grid voltage VOLTMAXTRIPTIME1(S) Level 1 Max. 0.00 1.00 655.00 0.00 12.50 655.00...
  • Page 79 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 PARAMETER NAME DESCRIPTION DEFAULT DEFAULT GRIDFRQMAX1(HZ) 60.50 60.50 Protection 60.00 65.00 60.00 65.00 threshold value of Level 1 Max. grid frequency FRQMAXTRIPT1(S) Trip time of 0.00 2.00 655.00 0.00 299.50 655.00...
  • Page 80 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Table 6-3 Grid Recovery GRID RECOVERY SETTING RANGE IEEE1547 RULE 21 PARAMETER DESCRIPTION DEFAULT DEFAULT NAME 108.00 108.00 Recovery Max 80.00 135.00 80.00 135.00 threshold of grid VOLTMAX(%) voltage protection Recovery Min...
  • Page 81 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 moving average filter The trip time of 0.00 600.00 655.00 0.00 600.00 655.00 the upper limit MAXTRIPT(S) grid voltage of moving average filter The lower limit 80.00 88.00 100.00 80.00 87.99...
  • Page 82 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 LVRT/HVRT LVRT/HVRT menus are used to set the LVRT and HVRT parameters. Move the cursor to this item and press the ENT key to set the parameters. There are 7 pages of LVRT/HVRT parameter settings. These can be changed in the menu tree or by the LVRT (Figure 6-9) and HVRT (Figure 6-10) graphs.
  • Page 83 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 1.25 Through * r a 1.15 5，6,7,8 Trip 1.05 Time/S 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 Figure 6-10 HVRT Curve Table 6-6 LVRT Parameter List with Setup Lower Limit, Default, and Upper Limit SETUP RANGE IEEE 1547 RULE 21...
  • Page 84 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 LVRTVOLT Threshold value of 0.00 65.00 100.00 0.00 65.00 100.00 (5,6) (%) 65.00 65.00 Low voltage ride 0.00 100.00 0.00 100.00 through (5th & 6th point) LVRTTIME Time of Level Low 0.00 10.50 655.00...
  • Page 85 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Table 6-7 HVRT Parameters with Setup Range of Lower Limit, Default, and Upper Limit HVRT Parameter DESCRIPTION IEEE1547 RULE21 name DEFAULT DEFAULT Threshold value 100.00 125.00 135.00 100.00 125.00 135.00 HVRTVOLT...
  • Page 86 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Table 6-8 LVRT and HVRT Parameters (IEEE1547 and Rule 21) LVRT/HVRT SETTING RANGE SETTINGS IEEE1547 RULE 21 PARAMETER DESCRIPTION DEFAULT DEFAULT NAME 0: Disable 1: Enable, no reactive power LVRTMODESETTING output 2: Enable,...
  • Page 87 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Power vs Grid Voltage 106.00% VwCurveV1 100.00% VwCurveP1 Disable VwCurveV2 110.00% VwCurveP2 0.0% 10.0% OPenLoopRespT(s) P1/3 Power vs Grid Frequency Setting 60.40 System Parameters OvrFrqMin(Hz) Control Command OvrFrqMax(Hz) 61.50 Protection Parameters OvrFrqSlop(P/s)
  • Page 88 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 derating end power P2 Open loop 10.0 90.0 10.0 90.0 OPENLOOPRESPT response time 60.50 60.10 The trigger 54.00 72.00 54.00 66.00 frequency of OVRFRQMIN (HZ) OverFrequency derating The end 60.00 61.40 72.00...
  • Page 89 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 ReactivePowerDerating submenu is used to set the Grid reactive power derating parameters including PF EACTIVE OWER ERATING parameters and Q parameters, etc. The parameters are shown in Table 6-10. Press ENT to start the modes after the parameters are set.
  • Page 90 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 (PFCurveP1,PFCurvePF1) Inductive (P%) Capacitive (PFCurveP2,PFCurvePF2) Figure 6-14 PF(P) Curve Mode Curve Table 6-10 Reactive Power Derating Grid Parameters SETTING RANGE PARAMETER NAME DESCRIPTION IEEE 1547 RULE 21 DEFAULT DEFAULT MAX Power of PFPCURVEP1 (%)
  • Page 91 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 The end 90.00 90.00 100.00 90.00 90.00 100.00 PFPCURVEUNDOVOLT voltage of PF(P)Curve (5) Q(U) Curve: Use this mode to follow the default or user-specified Q(U) curve. NOTE: The reactive compensation changes according to the grid voltage, as shown in Figure 6-15. Q(%) (QuCurveU2i,QuCurveQ2i) Inductive...
  • Page 92 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Reactive -66.0 66.0 -66.0 66.0 power of QUCURVEQ1 (%) Q(U)Curve point 1 110.00 107.00 Voltage of 100.00 110.00 100.00 110.00 QUCURVEU2 (V) Q(U)Curve point 2 -50.0 -30.0 Reactive -66.0 55.0 -66.0...
  • Page 93 Arc Parameters ARC P submenu is used to enable/disable the ARC function and set the ARC parameters. These ARAMETERS settings are only to be changed by Yaskawa Solectria Solar personnel with approval from the AHJ. Setting ARC Bandwith Setting System Parameters...
  • Page 94 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Others Others PVSlowStartStep PowerOnDelay(s) 10.00% Disable ReactivePowerstep 25.00% PVSlowStartPwDeita 5.00% ErrSoftStartP 0.16% FaultPowerT(C) 95.0 Enable NormSoftStopP 6.00% FaultEnvT(C) 83.0 Setting NormSoftStartP 4.00% Others Parameters 6.00% NormalDeratingStep P1/7 P2/7 Others Others GFCIStaticValue(mA)
  • Page 95 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 The output power 0.01 5.00 10.00 0.01 5.00 10.00 should be slow PVSLOWSTARTPWDEL increased due to the TA (%) change of PV illumination at the Rule21 standard. The trigger 95.0 95.0 95.0...
  • Page 96 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 OTHER PARAMETERS SETTING RANGE PARAMETER DESCRIPTION IEEE 1547 RULE 21 NAME DEFAULT DEFAULT Operating 100.00 120.00 135.00 100.00 120.00 135.00 OPERATIONOV overvoltage ERVOL protection value The parameter 0.000 0.000 5.000 0.000...
  • Page 97 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 the cursor to “ON” and press ENT to start the inverter. The inverter will start up and operate normally if the start- up conditions are met. Otherwise, the inverter will go to stand-by mode. Normally, it is not necessary to Turn OFF the inverter, but it can be shut down manually if regulation setting or maintenance is required.
  • Page 98 Figure 6-19 Device Information This menu provides the information to identify the version of boards in the inverter, model number, serial number and data logger information. This information may be required when contacting Yaskawa Solectria Solar service. WARNING Please follow the guidelines below before on-grid operation to eliminate possible dangers and to ensure safety.
  • Page 99 “FAT32” as default. If not, make this selection and click “start.” 2. Obtain a copy of the LCD firmware file and the DSP firmware file from Yaskawa Solectria Solar’s technical support team and copy them into the USB flash drive. The upgrade files need to be placed in the root directory.
  • Page 100 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 485_GND RS485_B- RS485_A+ 485_GND 12VGND +12V RS485_B- RS485_A+ 12VGND +12V USB Port Figure 6-20 USB Port for Firmware Upgrades 4. Using the same password to enter the menu and select “Firmware Update”. Choose the firmware to ETTING be updated (LCD or DSP) and follow the prompts on the screen.

  • Page 101: Fault Shutdown And Troubleshooting

    If a fault occurs within the system, the inverter will recognize and report via the LED or LCD panel. If this occurs, reference the following section and serial number of the inverter prior to contacting Yaskawa Solectria Solar for support. This will ensure the quickest time to resolution possible. If the fault is regarding a voltage issue, please...
  • Page 102 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 temperature or internal malfunction of the machine. The fault information will be displayed on the LCD screen. Please refer to 6.1.4 History Record for detailed operation. The causes of a fault can be identified based on the faults listed in Table 7-2. Proper analysis is recommended before contacting customer service.
  • Page 103 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Definition: Communication inside inverter failed Possible causes: Terminal block connecters of internal communication wires have poor contact. COMMERR Recommended solutions: 4. Observe for 5 minutes and see whether the alarm will stop automatically.
  • Page 104 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 1. Observe for 5 minutes and see whether the alarm will stop automatically. 2. Contact after-sales technical support team. WARNING Definition: WARN0030 (EEPROMERR) Internal alarm Possible causes: Internal memory has a problem. Recommended solutions: 1.
  • Page 105 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 2. If alarm still occurs after adjustment, replace inverter. Recommended solutions: PROTECT0030 1. Restart inverter by turning both AC and DC switches OFF. Wait for (INVERTER OVER 1 minute for all energy to discharge and turn both switches ON. CURRENT) 2.
  • Page 106 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 (THE SAMPLING 2. If the inverter consistently reports this alarm and cannot start up, OFFSET OF DCI) then replace inverter. Recommended solutions: 1. Raise limit of DCImax (for example, 400mA) to allow inverter more PROTECT0170 room to adjust in transient condition to cope with imbalance of (DCI HIGH)
  • Page 107 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Continue until you find the string that triggers the alarm. Trace back the faulted string to find any leakage to Earth Ground. Recommended solutions: PROTECT0150 1. Restart inverter by turning both AC and DC switches OFF. Wait for (MINI MCU 1 minute for all energy to discharge and turn both switches ON.
  • Page 108 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 (PVX OVER VOLT 1. Measure voltage at DC terminals in wiring box and compare with X=1,2,3) reading in menu. PV voltage must be less EASUREMENT than 1000V in open circuit condition. 2.
  • Page 109 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Recommended solutions: FAULT0060 1. Restart inverter by turning both AC and DC switches OFF. Wait for 1 (CPLD FAULT) minute for all energy to discharge and turn both switches ON. 2.

  • Page 110: Maintenance And Decommissioning Of Inverters

    Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Recommended solutions: FAULT0130 1. Restart inverter by turning both AC and DC switches OFF. Wait for 1 minute for all energy to discharge between OFF and turn both (BUS OVER TOTAL switches ON.
  • Page 111 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Check the air vent grate regularly to make sure it is not blocked. Clean the grate with a soft brush or vacuum cleaner attachment if necessary. The frequency of this cleaning depends on the installation environment. Replace the Cooling Fans If the internal temperature of the inverter is too high or abnormal noise is heard, assuming the air vent is not blocked and is clean, it may be necessary to replace the external fans.
  • Page 112 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 50 ~60mm Figure 8-1 Replacing Cooling Fans Figure 8-2 Disconnect the Main Housing from the Wiring Box DANGER Electric Shock Hazard: Please disconnect the electrical connection in strict accordance with the following steps in order to avoid inverter failure or possible electrical shock that could result in death.
  • Page 113 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Figure 8-4 Remove the Screws on Both Sides  Use a No. 10 Hex wrench to remove the 4 screws between the inverter and the wiring box. Lift the inverter enclosure and disconnect from the wiring box.

  • Page 114: Uninstall The Inverter

    Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 o Torque value: 1.6N.m (14.2in-lbs) Figure 8-6 Install the cover on the connector of the Wiring Box INFO ✔ The cover connector does not provide a watertight seal – if inverter replacement is not immediately available, additional methods of waterproofing the wire box shall be provided by the installer.

  • Page 115: Accessories

    Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 9. Accessories The Yaskawa Solectria Solar PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480, AND PVI 60TL-480 inverters have several optional accessories that allow the inverter to support a wide range of real-world applications.
  • Page 116 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Figure 9-1 Remove Wirebox Cover Figure 9-2 Remove Plastic Touchsafe Finger Guards Figure 9-4 Bypass Terminals Installed on NEG Bus Figure 9-3 Bypass Terminals Installed on POS Input DOCR-071030-A (10/7/2022) Page 116 of 131...

  • Page 117: Shade Cover Kit (Mtlsr-070551)

    Shade covers provide added protection for inverters against harsh environmental conditions like direct sunlight, snow, sleet, ice, hail, and reduce soiling from dust and birds. If the Yaskawa Solectria Solar PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480, and PVI 60TL-480 are to be mounted at any angle lower than 75° from horizontal, a shade cover is required.
  • Page 118 Shade Cover Installation NOTICE! Inverters at 75° or lower: If the Yaskawa Solectria Solar PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480, and PVI 60TL-480 is to be mounted at any angle lower than 75° from horizontal, a shade cover is required. Figure 9-7 Shade Cover Installation; Steps 1 and 2...
  • Page 119 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Install top bracket as shown. Nuts M10- 2 pcs. Torque to 50 in-lbs (5.6 N.m). Install bottom bracket as shown. Screws M6x16- 4 pcs. Torque to 25 in-lbs (2.8 N.m).

  • Page 120: Technical Data

    Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Technical Data Datasheet MODEL NAME PVI 25TL-208 PVI 50TL-480 PVI 60TL-480 DC INPUT MAX. PV POWER 45kW (17kW per MPPT) 90kW (33kW per MPPT) 90kW (33kW per MPPT) MAX.
  • Page 121 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 MODEL NAME PVI 25TL-208 PVI 50TL-480 PVI 60TL-480 SYSTEM TOPOLOGY Transformerless MAX. EFFICIENCY 97.0% 98.8% CEC EFFICIENCY 96.5% 98.5% STAND-BY / NIGHT <3W CONSUMPTION ENVIRONMENT ENCLOSURE PROTECTION NEMA Type 4X DEGREE COOLING METHOD Variable speed cooling fans...

  • Page 122: Measurement Tolerances

    • • ±3% for real-time measurements with output power above 20% nominal power • ±4% for all statistical data Yaskawa Solectria Solar PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480, AND PVI 60TL-480inverter tolerances are specified below: • Voltage tolerances: ±1% Current tolerances: ±2% •...

  • Page 123: Production Graphs

    DC Voltage Derating Graph While the Solectria PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480, and PVI 60TL-480 inverter has the ability to operate from 200-950 (Operating Voltage Range), it will only be able to output full rated power for its model from a limited Maximum Power Voltage Range for each model (see graphs).
  • Page 124 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 PVI 50TL-480 PVI 50TL-480 Figure 10-2 PVI 50TL-480 Derating with respect to DC Voltage DOCR-071030-A (10/7/2022) Page 124 of 131...
  • Page 125 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 PVI 60TL-480 PVI 60TL-480 Figure 10-3 PVI 60TL-480 Derating with respect to DC Voltage High Temperature Derating Graph When the ambient temperature is higher than 113°F (45°C), the inverter output power (Pn) will begin to de-rate, as shown in Figure 10-4.
  • Page 126 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Pin/Pn 100% -3%/℃ Tamb(℃) Figure 10-4 PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480, AND PVI 60TL-480 Derating Curve with High Temperature DOCR-071030-A (10/7/2022) Page 126 of 131...
  • Page 127 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Altitude Derating Graph When the altitude is higher than 9842.5ft (3000m), the rated output power (Pn) of the inverter will decrease, as shown in Figure 10-5. Pin/Pn 100% -30%/km 3000 4000...
  • Page 128 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Grid Voltage Derating Graph When the volt-watt function is disabled and the grid voltage is within 100% to ~110% (V to ~1.1*V ) of the Rated Output Voltage, the inverter output power (Pn) may reach 100%. When the grid voltage is lower than the Rated Output Voltage, the inverter will limit the AC Output Current and the output power (Pn) will begin to de- rate, as shown in Figure 10-6.
  • Page 129 The Reactive Power Overload function is available for the PVI 50/60TL-480 and is disabled by factory default (Max. AC Apparent Power is 25/50/60kVA and Max. AC Output Current is 69.5/60.2A/72.2A). For the PVI 25TL-208, only refer to the blue curve. Contact Yaskawa Solectria Solar Customer Service if you want to enable the Reactive Power Overload function.
  • Page 130 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Figure 10-8 Reactive Power Capability DOCR-071030-A (10/7/2022) Page 130 of 131...

  • Page 131: Appendix

    Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA® PVI 25TL-208, PVI 50TL-480 and PVI 60TL-480 Appendix Warranty and RMA Instructions For all warranty information, please visit: http://solectria.com/support/documentation/warranty-information/grid-tied-inverter-warranty-letter/ Datasheet For the most up to date official datasheet, please visit www.solectria.com. Contact Information Telephone 978.683.9700 978.683.9702 Sales Support inverters@solectria.com...

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