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REGO 500A Combiner Box ROA500CB-98 VERSION A0 USER MANUAL...
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Key Features ........................1 SKU ............................1 What’s In the Box?......................2 Required Tools & Accessories ..................2 Get to Know REGO 500A Combiner Box ................ 3 Wiring Diagram ........................ 4 Use MRBF Fuse .......................... 4 Use ANL Fuse ..........................5 Dimensions ........................5 How to Size Cables? ......................
NOTE: Indicates an important step or tip for optimal performance. Introduction The REGO 500A Combiner Box is equipped with two busbars (a negative and a positive) that offer four connections for batteries, loads, or battery chargers, along with a ground connection. It also allows for easy expansion of the system by connecting the box to other combiner boxes through the extend terminals.
What’s In the Box? REGO 500A Combiner Box ROA500CB-98 VERSION A0 USER MANUAL REGO 500A Combiner Box × 1 User Manual × 1 Make sure the combiner box is free of any signs of damage. Required Tools & Accessories ST6.3 Insulating Gloves...
Wiring Diagram The continuous current flowing through the combiner box shall not exceed 500A. The voltage is within the range of 9V to 60V. The wiring diagram only shows the key components in a typical DC-coupled residential energy storage system for the illustrative purpose. The wiring might be different depending on the system configuration.
How to Size Cables? Size wires specific to the operating current of relevant devices. Refer to the table below for copper cable ampacities with different gauge sizes. Cable Gauge Size Ampacity Cable Gauge Size Ampacity 14 AWG (2.08 mm²) 2 AWG (33.6 mm²) 190A 12 AWG (3.31 mm²) 1 AWG (42.4 mm²)
How to Connect Energy Devices to the Busbars Safely? Positive Keep a safe distance Avoid contact between between the positive the positive terminal terminal and the and the negative negative busbar. busbar. Negative Ensure that the positive busbar terminal does not come into contact with the negative busbar terminal.
Step 1. Plan a Mounting Site Install the combiner box in a clean, cool, and dry place. Keep water, oil, and dirt away from the combiner box, and protect it from direct sunlight. Vent KEEP DRY INDOOR VENTILATION -4°F–140°F / -20°C–60°C cross-flow Enclosed space Vent...
Step 4. Mount the Combiner Box 30.98 in·lbs (3.5 N·m) 0.27 in (7 mm) 0.27 in (7 mm) Make sure that the combiner box is installed firmly to prevent it from falling off. Inspect the combiner box for any visible damage including cracks, dents, deformation, and other visible abnormalities.
Step 6. Connect Energy Devices to the Combiner Box Install wires on energy devices (charge controller, battery, inverter, and more) prior to connecting them to the combiner box. For details on how to install wires on the devices, see the user manual of the specific device. Always install the negative terminals before positive ones.
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REGO 500A Combiner Box STEP-1 Install the negative 70.8 in·lbs (8 N·m) Terminal Bolt Through the grommet of the Cables Port Bare Wires STEP-2 Install the MRBF fuse and positive 70.8 in·lbs (8 N·m) Long Terminal Bolt Spring Washer Flat Washer...
Recommended Components ANL Fuse Choose proper ANL fuses (not included) to meet specifications of the relevant devices. For details, see the user manuals of the relevant devices. REGO 500A Combiner Box STEP-1 Install the negative 70.8 in·lbs Terminal Bolt (8 N·m)
Step 7. Install the Cover 14.16 in·lbs (1.6 N·m) Interconnecting Combiner Boxs Step 1: Remove the dust covers and extend positive/negative terminals from the first combiner box. Similarly, remove the dust covers from the positive and negative busbars from the second combiner box. First Combiner Box Second Combiner Box —...
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Step 2: Align the busbar ports. First Combiner Box Second Combiner Box Step 3: Install the terminal bolts, spring washers, and flat washers on the busbar ports. 70.8 in·lbs (8 N·m) — 14 —...
Specifications Voltage Range 9V to 60V DC Rated Current 500A Connector M8 Busbar Enclosure Material Sheet Metal 10.35 x 6.30 x 3.94 in Enclosure Dimensions 263 x 160 x 100 mm Weight 5.73 lbs. / 2.6 kg Busbar Material Tinned Copper 0.31 x 1.18 in Busbar Dimensions 8 x 30 mm...
Maintenance Inspection Please perform regular inspections following the steps below: z Examine the external appearance of the combiner box. The casing and terminals of the combiner box shall be clean, dry, and free of corrosion. z Check the continuity of the fuses. Replace any blown fuses. z Check the cables and connections.
Important Safety Instructions General z Wear proper protective equipment and use insulated tools during installation and operation. Do not wear jewelry or other metal objects when working on or around the combiner box. z Keep the combiner box out of the reach of children. z Do not dispose of the combiner box as household waste.
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