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6.3.1 With transversal rails ......................19 BLACKSTAR B.108, B. B.60 and BLACKSTAR (SOLID Framed) B.60(40) and SOLID Bifacial Framed B.108, B.60 and SOLID Framed B.120 ............22 6.4.1 With transversal rails ......................23 6.4.2 Without transversal rails or rails are perpendicular to the long side frame....26 6.4.3 With insertion system ......................
The purpose of this document is to provide minimum requirements and recommendations for safe and successful installation of SoliTek PV modules. This document also contains requirements necessary to retain SoliTek PV module compliance with IEC 61215, IEC 61730, UL 61730 standards.
Doing so will void the warranty. 2 Handling SoliTek PV modules must be transported in the supplied packaging only and kept in the packaging until they are ready to be installed. Protect pallets against movement and exposure to damage during transportation. Secure pallets from falling over. Do not exceed the maximum height of pallets to be stacked, as indicated on the pallet packaging.
Artificially concentrated light must not be directed on SoliTek PV modules. 3.2 Recommendations SoliTek recommends that PV modules be mounted at a minimum tilt angle of 10 degrees to allow for proper self-cleaning from rain. Partial or complete shading of a PV module or modules can significantly reduce system performance.
Better module ventilation and shorter connection cables increase electrical energy production. For bifacial modules: It is recommended to increase PV panel height from the ground so that more light can travel beneath the module and then reflect The bifacial gain increases significantly if modules are installed above white (high albedo value), light reflecting surfaces.
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Do not touch or handle PV modules with broken glass unless the PV modules are first disconnected, and you are wearing proper PPE. Avoid handling PV modules when they are wet unless cleaning the PV modules as directed in this manual. Never touch electrical connections that are wet without protecting yourself with insulated gloves.
Contact with a DC voltage of 30 V or more is potentially hazardous. Exercise caution when wiring or handling modules exposed to sunlight. Only connect modules with the same rated output current in series. If modules are connected in series, the total voltage is equal to the sum of the individual module voltages.
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BSTC for SOLID Bifacial: 1097 W/m , AM 1.5, and 25°C/77°F cell temperature). The short- circuit current (I ) should be multiplied by a factor of 1.25 and the open-circuit voltage ) should be multiplied by a factor of up to 1.25 based on the lowest and highest ambient temperature recorded for the installation location when determining component voltage ratings, conductor current ratings, fuse sizes, and size of controls connected to the PV output.
Considering the values of I of SoliTek modules, the right value of the PV Fuses to be used at the installation is 20 A. SoliTek recommends using PV fuses in both the positive and negative conductors. 4.4 Cable & wiring SoliTek PV modules are provided with two standard, sunlight resistant output cables that are terminated with PV connectors ready for most installations.
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Minimum conductor cross-section – 4 mm² (12 AWG). SoliTek recommends installers use only sunlight resistant cables qualified for direct current (DC) wiring in PV systems. Cables should be fixed to the mounting structure in such a way that mechanical damage of the cable and/or the module is avoided. Do not apply stress to the cables.
4.5 Grounding Functional grounding is not foreseen for SOLID modules. If it is performed, local electric codes and regulations must be observed and used grounding means have to be isolated from live parts by reinforced insulation. Safety grounding must be performed accordingly.
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Grounding bolt has to go through all the connecting elements. Figure 1. Grounding Method Devices listed and identified for grounding metallic frames of PV modules are permitted to ground the exposed metallic frames of the module to grounded mounting structures.
4.5.2 SOLID Bifacial and AGRO series grounding Due to that SoliTek SOLID Bifacial and AGRO modules are frameless, no module grounding is required. Other PV plant equipment should be grounded according to the local and national electrical codes. 4.6 Connectors Connectors for SoliTek PV panels are MC4 compatible.
5 Fire class rating SoliTek SOLID Bifacial and Blackstar modules have been approved by the IEC fire test and achieved Flammability Class A. Fire test was performed at the inclination of 127 mm (5 inch) per 300 mm (11,81 inch), as prescribed in the point A.2.5 of IEC 61730-2.
The modules must be safely set onto the mounting rail. The whole rail supporting the photovoltaic system must be strong enough to resist potential mechanical pressures caused either by wind or snow, in accordance with local, regional and state safety (and other associated) standards.
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2. 150 mm CLICK black (5,91 inch) Laminate 1. 100 mm EN AW 6063/ T66; (3,94 inch) clamp EPDM; mill finish / 2. 150 mm CLICK black (5,91 inch) Figure 2. Recommended clamp dimensions for the SoliTek PV Glass-Glass modules...
6.3 SOLID Bifacial B.108, B.60 and SOLID AGRO B.72, B.40 mounting 6.3.1 With transversal rails Table 2 Frameless module mounting with 100 mm length clamps and transversal rails Position of rails SOLID Bifacial SOLID AGRO B.108 SOLID Bifacial B.60 SOLID Agro B.40 B.108 mounting position position Dimensions and...
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Table 3 Frameless module mounting with 150 mm length clamps and transversal rails Position of rails SOLID Bifacial SOLID AGRO B.108 SOLID Bifacial B.60 SOLID Agro B.40 B.108 mounting position position Dimensions and Dimensions and Dimensions and Dimensions and Load Values...
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A=1140 mm A=1140 mm A=1049 mm A=1049 mm B=1729 mm B=1729 mm B=1770 mm B=1770 mm C=185±50 mm C=185±50 mm C=190±50 mm C=190±50 mm C1=453±50 mm C1=453±50 mm C1=463±50 m C1=463±50 mm Snow=10500 Pa Snow=10500 Pa Snow=10500 Pa Snow=10500 Pa Wind=5400 Pa Wind=5400 Pa Wind=5400 Pa...
6.4 BLACKSTAR B.108, B. B.60 and BLACKSTAR (SOLID Framed) B.60(40) and SOLID Bifacial Framed B.108, B.60 and SOLID Framed B.120 When choosing this type of clamp-mounting method, use at least four clamps on each module, two clamps should be attached on each side of the module. Modules clamps should not come into contact with the front glass and must not deform the frame.
6.4.1 With transversal rails Table 4 Framed module mounting with clamps and transversal rails Position of rails BLACKSTAR B.108 SOLID Bifacial SOLID Bifacial SOLID Framed mounting Framed B.108 35 Framed B.108 B.120 40mm Dimensions and Dimensions and Dimensions and Dimensions and Load Values Load Values Load Values...
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A=1134 mm A=1134 mm A=1134 mm A=1134 mm B=1722 mm B=1722 mm B=1722 mm B=1996 mm C=250±50 mm C=250±50 mm C=250±50 mm C=290±50 mm C1=611±50 mm C1=611±50 mm C1=611±50 mm C1=708±50 mm Snow=8100 Pa Snow=9000 Pa Snow=9400 Pa Snow=7200 Pa Wind=3600 Pa Wind=4000 Pa Wind=4200 Pa...
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Table 5 Framed module mounting with clamps and transversal rails Position of rails BLACKSTAR B.60 SOLID Framed B.60 SOLID Bifacial SOLID Bifacial mounting (40) mounting Framed B.60 35 Framed B.60 40 Dimensions and Dimensions and Dimensions and Dimensions and Load Values Load Values Load Values Load Values...
6.4.2 Without transversal rails or rails are perpendicular to the long side frame Table 6 Framed module mounting with clamps and without transversal rails Without transversal rails or BLACKSTAR B.108 SOLID Bifacial SOLID Bifacial SOLID Framed rails are perpendicular to mounting Framed B.108 35 Framed B.108 40...
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A=1134 mm A=1134 mm A=1134 mm A=1134 mm B=1722 mm B=1722 mm B=1722 mm B=1996 mm C=20~200 mm C=20~200 mm C=20~200 mm C=20~200 mm C1=861±50 mm C1=861±50 mm C1=861±50 mm C1=998±50 mm Snow=3600 Pa Snow=4200 Pa Snow=4400 Pa Snow=3600 Pa Wind=2400 Pa Wind=2600 Pa Wind=2800 Pa...
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Table 7 Framed module mounting with clamps and without transversal rails Without transversal rails or BLACKSTAR B.60 SOLID Framed B.60 SOLID Bifacial SOLID Bifacial rails are perpendicular to mounting (40) mounting Framed B.60 35 Framed B.60 40 the long side frame Dimensions and Dimensions and Dimensions and...
6.4.3 With insertion system Table 8 Framed module mounting with insertion system With insertion system SOLID Bifacial SOLID Bifacial SOLID Bifacial SOLID Bifacial Framed B.108 35 Framed B.108 40 Framed B.60 35 Framed B.60 40 Dimensions and Dimensions and Dimensions and Dimensions and Load Values Load Values...
6.4.4 Mounting with bolts The module must be attached and supported by four M8 stainless steel bolts through the indicated mounting holes on the transversal bars. Torque on the clamp bolt has to be in range of 8÷10 Nm (5,9÷7,38 ft-lb). Transversal bars positioning is shown in Figure 3. If additional mounting points are required depending on the local wind and snow loads, then mounting solution with clamping hardware has to be chosen.
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Figure 4. Position of mounting holes of SOLID Bifacial Framed B.60 35 mm, SOLID Bifacial Framed B.60 40 mm, Blackstar B.60(40) modules in millimeters...
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Figure 5. Position of mounting holes of Blackstar B.108, SOLID Bifacial Framed B.108 35(40) mm, SOLID Framed B.120 modules in millimeters...
For the distance between junction box and edge of the module or other dimensions of junction box position and areas please refer to figures shown below. Figure 6. Position of the junction box in SOLID Bifacial B.60 (40) Series module Figure 7. Position of the junction box in Blackstar B.60(40) (SOLID Framed) Series module...
Figure 10. Position of the junction box in SOLID Bifacial Framed B.60 35(40) mm 7 Maintenance In order to ensure optimum module performance, SoliTek recommends the following: If necessary, the glass front of the module can be cleaned with water and a soft sponge or cloth.
8 Specifications Table 9. SOLID Bifacial B.60, BLACKSTAR (SOLID Framed) B.60 parameters table. BLACKSTAR SOLID AGRO SOLID Bifacial SOLID Bifacial Parameter \ Model (SOLID Framed) B.40 Famed B.60 B.60 B.60 35(40) mm Test conditions Nominal power 370 W 370 W...
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Table 10. SOLID Bifacial B.108, BLACKSTAR (SOLID Framed) B.108, SOLID AGRO B.70, SOLID Framed B.120 parameters table. SOLID Bifacial BLACKSTAR SOLID AGRO SOLID Framed Parameter \ Model B.108 (SOLID Framed) B.70 B.120 B.108 Test conditions Nominal power 435 W 435 W 290 W 505 W Electrical Data @STC...
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Table 11. SOLID Bifacial Framed B.60 and B.108 parameters table. SOLID Bifacial SOLID Bifacial SOLID Bifacial SOLID Bifacial Parameter \ Model Famed B.60 Famed B.60 Framed B.108 Framed B.108 35 mm 40 mm 35 mm 40 mm Test conditions Nominal power 370 W 370 W 435 W...
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