Do you have a question about the Astro N5s Series and is the answer not in the manual?
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Paul
July 6, 2025
Are bypass diodes required when simply connecting the panels in a basic parallel configuration. The drawing indicates this and mentions additional diodes when connecting in a combination of series and parallel.
Astronergy. Astronergy shall not be liable for any properly kept for further reference. The installer must form of loss, including but not limited to loss, damage, inform the end customer (or consumer) accordingly.
Astronergy’s modules are designed to meet the higher. requirements of IEC61215 and IEC61730, and they It is forbidden to install the module on land < 50m have been qualified for Application Class A away from the sea (please contact the technical (equivalent to Safety Class II requirements).
It is forbidden to expose PV modules to the factory). and confirm whether there is dust and following substances: grease or organic ester dusty areas in the installation environment (metal compounds (e.g. DOP, plasticizers), aromatics, dust factory roof exhaust windows, chemical plants, phenols, ketones, halogenated substances, mineral etc.), to effectively avoid them, which will cause oil, alkanes (e.g.
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module, otherwise the reliability and safety of the ventilation between the PV modules and the PV module will be affected; standing or walking on installation surface. In order to ensure the fire the PV module is prohibited; at the same time, in rating on the roof, the minimum distance between order to avoid glass damage, it is forbidden to the frame of the PV module and the roof surface is...
PV modules, unless you are wearing project site, they must be packed in the packaging box electric shock protection equipment that meets the provided by Astronergy, and they should be stored in requirements. the original packaging box before installation. Please protect the packaging from damage.
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wind over class 6, rain and snow. the pallet at least 3/4 of the pallet depth during unloading(the forks length L ≥ 3/4 of pallet 3. For vertical portrait packages, do not lift up more length),the backrest height should be not less than than 2 pallets of modules at once.
pressure ≥ 1.5 ton). When the entire module package leans on the backrest, the backrest shall not be deformed due to the pressure. the package must be fixed using a safety rope with tensile strength of ≥ 2000kgf, and place safety guardrail on both sides of the forklift.
modules under the weather conditions of wind speed 6)push the module gently to tilt towards the stand greater than Level 6, heavy rain or heavy snow. supporter. Please follow the recommended unpacking steps to 7) Cut the remaining packing belts. unpack the modules.
Mechanical installation objects on the surface of the PV module. 5.1 Environment Astronergy PV modules adopt high and low current bins, and the handlers need to place them separately Recommended ambient temperature: -20° C to 50° C; and mark them according to the markings on the...
PV modules connected in series should be installed in marine and floating environments and farms, the the same orientation and angle. Different orientations purchaser or user needs to inform Astronergy in and angles may result in different amounts of solar advance. The types of PV modules, BOM, and...
16~18mm, but for 210 wafer inappropriate fixtures or incorrect installation size modules, the outer diameter is 18~20mm, then methods are used, the warranty of Astronergy will screw on the top of a stainless-steel spring washer be invalid.
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M8 nut. The mounting steps are as follows: ① Place the module on the two supporting rails (not provided by Astronergy) which should be made Fig. 4 Rails vertical to the long-side frame with stainless material and treated with an anti-corrosion process (e.g.
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⑧ For the mounting shown in Figure 3, the overlap between the C surface of the assembly and the rail Fig. 8 Cross section diagram of fringe clamp should be ≥ 25mm. Astronergy’s limited warranty will be void if improper clamps or improper installation is used .
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Table 2 Bolt installation diagram and corresponding mechanical load value Module size Load Module type Installation diagram L*W*H (mm) value +5400Pa -2400Pa CHSM54N(DGT)(BLH)/F-BH Long side frame with 4 bolts mounting (990mm holes), CHSM54M(DG)/F-BH CHSM54N(DG)/F-BH guide rails vertical long side frame CHSM54M(DGT)/F-BH 1722*1134*30 CHSM54N(DGT)/F-BH...
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+5400Pa -2400Pa CHSM60M(DG)/F-BH Long side frame with 4 bolts mounting (990mm holes), CHSM60N(DG)/F-BH CHSM60M(DGT)/F-BH guide rails vertical long side frame 1755*1038*30 CHSM60N(DGT)/F-BH CHSM60M(DG)/F-HC CHSM60N(DG)/F-HC +3600Pa -2400Pa Long side frame with 4 bolts mounting (990mm holes), guide rail coincides long side frame...
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Table 2 (Renewal) Module type Module size L*W*H (mm) Installation diagram Load value +5400Pa -2400Pa Long side frame with 4 bolts mounting (1100mm holes), guide rails vertical long side frame 1903*1134*30 1908*1134*30 +3600Pa -2400Pa CHSM60M(DG)/F-BH Long side frame with 4 bolts mounting (1100mm holes), CHSM60N(DG)/F-BH guide rail coincides long side frame CHSM60M(DGT)/F-BH...
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Table 2 (Renewal) Module size L*W*H Load Module type Installation diagram (mm) value +5400Pa -2400Pa Long side frame with 4 bolts mounting (1400mm holes), guide rails vertical long side frame CHSM66M(DG)/F-BH 2384*1303*35 +3600Pa -2400Pa Long side frame with 4 bolts mounting (1400mm holes), guide rail coincides long side frame +5400Pa -2400Pa...
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CHSM78N(DG)/F-BH 2465*1134*35 +3600Pa -2400Pa Long side frame with 4 bolts mounting (1500mm holes), guide rail coincides long side frame (Note: For other installation methods and load capacity not listed in the table, please contact Astronergy for confirmation.)
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Table 3 Range of clamp mounting and corresponding mechanical load value Refer to Refer to Refer to Figure Figure 6 Refer to Figure 4 for Figure 5 for Module size Module type 3for installation installation method installation L*W*H (mm) method installation method method...
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430~530mm +5400Pa +3600Pa/-2400Pa CHSM72RN(DG)/F-BH -2400Pa 2382*1134*30 Installation scope CHSM66RN(DG)/F-BH Installation scope 470~560mm 470~560mm +5400Pa CHSM78M(DG)/F-BH 2465*1134*35 -2400Pa CHSM78N(DG)/F-BH 2465*1134*30 Installation scope 480~530mm (Note: For other installation methods and load capacity not listed in the table, please contact Astronergy for confirmation.)
5.3.3 Tracking bracket Astronergy’s components can be matched and installed with the industry's mainstream bracket systems, and the matching test load is shown in Table 4. Table 4 Installation diagram of the tracking bracket and corresponding mechanical load values Load...
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(Note: When the tracking bracket 1P is installed with 400 holes of the fixed assembly, the corresponding test load value is the transparent backglass component. For other installation methods and load capacity not listed in the table, please contact Astronergy for confirmation.)
-16 ~ -20 1.18 Electrical Installation -21 ~ -25 1.20 Electrical characteristics -26 ~ -30 1.21 Module electrical ratings are measured under Standard -31 ~ -35 1.23 Test Conditions(STC: 1000W/m irradiance, AM1.5 -36 ~ -40 1.25 spectrum and a cell temperature of 25° C). Please refer to the datasheet or the product nameplate for the main Alternatively, a more accurate correction factor for the electrical characteristics, maximum system voltage and...
for circuit protection purposes. Electrical calculations and design must be performed by a competent engineer or consultant. 6.2 Electrical connection To ensure the normal operation of the system, make sure the polarity of cables is correct when connecting modules or loads, such as inverters and batteries. If the Fig.
The cable must be 4mm2 (i.e. 12 When a diode failure is suspected or found, please AWG) and withstand the maximum possible contact Astronergy and do not attempt to open the open-circuit voltage of the PV system. junction box cover.
washer, and one M5 bolt and the copper wire. All figure out problems in time and ensure the safe and nuts, bolts, and washers shall be of type M5 and effective operation of the PV system. made of stainless steel (Fig. 18). 7.1 Routine Inspection ...
Rev 1.1, released in January 2023. · Rev 1.2, released in June 2023. · Rev 1.3, released in December 2023. GLOBAL SERVICE CENTERS Chint New Energy Technology Co., Ltd. Add: No. 1 Jisheng Road, Jianshan New Zone Haining 314415 Zhejiang P.R. China www.astronergy.com...
(PV) module products manufactured manual is complied with is beyond the control of by Astronergy. Astronergy. Astronergy shall not be liable for any Please read all instructions and the electrical and form of loss, including but not limited to loss, damage,...
UL61730 standards and meets Class C fire rating (please contact the technical team of Astronergy to (IEC61730), type 4 fire rating (UL61730). confirm the specific protective measures). The modules must be connected immediately after !WARNING removing the dust plug. Read and understand all safety instructions before ...
windy days. installation, or adopt other measures to avoid sand and dust entering the connector, otherwise it may Avoid focusing sunlight on PV modules. cause plugging problems or electrical safety hazards. It is forbidden to place PV Modules where flammable gas may be generated.
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When installing or repairing the PV system, do not Avoid directly exposing cables and connectors to wear any metal accessories to avoid the risk of sunlight. Please use anti-UV cables. electric shock; if it is installed far above the ground, ...
6, rain and snow. provided by Astronergy, and they should be stored in the original packaging box before installation. Please 3. For vertical portrait packages, do not lift up more protect the packaging from damage.
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backwards during the forklifting, and arrange for Hoisting equipment special supervision and command to prevent bumping into people or items causing personal injury or damage to the modules. Vertical portrait package unloading with crane Vertical portrait package unloading with forklift Vertical landscape package unloading with crane Matters needing attention for forklift unloading: 1.
!Special instructions Due to the limitation of the height of the container, when the photovoltaic modules are removed from the container, the distance between the upper surface of the forklift tines and the ground should be less than 50mm, otherwise collisions may easily occur, which Forklift operation may damage the photovoltaic modules.
stored after unpacking, they should be neatly and stably stacked on two pallets of appropriate size, the number of stacked modules should not exceed 14. 1. Prepare the following tools before unpacking: art Vertical portrait package unpacking steps knife (scissors), safety hat, stand supporter, safety shoes and anti-cutting gloves.
Mechanical installation objects on the surface of the PV module. 5.1 Environment Astronergy PV modules adopt high and low current bins, and the handlers need to place them separately Recommended ambient temperature: -20° C to 50° C; and mark them according to the markings on the...
10cm, which is guidelines or the recommendations of an experienced necessary for air circulation to prevent wiring installer. Astronergy recommends an installation tilt damage of the PV module. angle of no less than 10° , so that when it rains, the dust ...
For specific installation methods, please refer to the following installation specifications, inappropriate fixtures or incorrect installation methods are used, the warranty of Astronergy will be invalid. 5.3.1 Bolted mounting Fig. 5 Outer four-hole bolt installation for 72cell All modules must be securely fastened with at least 4 bolts (As shown in Fig.
Fig. 9 72cell PV module 400mm spacing bolt installation 9~12Nm for M6 bolts and 17~23Nm for M8 bolts. Due to the possible difference of bolt material, the !ATTENTION specific torque value is subject to the information confirmed by the bolt supplier. In order to achieve maximum safety precautions against wind and snow loads, it is recommended that ⑤...
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17~23Nm for Class 8.8 screw and bolts. ① Place the module on the two supporting rails (not provided by Astronergy) which should be made with stainless material and treated with an anti-corrosion process (e.g. hot dipped galvanizing).
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Figure 16 Installation schematic diagram of fringe clamp ⑧ For the mounting shown in Figure 12, the overlap between the C surface of the module and the rail should be ≥25mm. Astronergy’s limited warranty will be void if improper clamps or improper installation is used...
-11 ~ -15 1.16 Electrical Installation -16 ~ -20 1.18 Electrical characteristics -21 ~ -25 1.20 Module electrical ratings are measured under Standard -26 ~ -30 1.21 Test Conditions(STC: 1000W/m irradiance, AM1.5 -31 ~ -35 1.23 spectrum and a cell temperature of 25° C). Please refer -36 ~ -40 1.25 to the datasheet or the product nameplate for the main...
to be equipped with suitable fuses or preventive diodes for circuit protection purposes. Electrical calculations and design must be performed by a competent engineer or consultant. 6.2 Electrical connection To ensure the normal operation of the system, make sure the polarity of cables is correct when connecting Fig.
(i.e. 12 When a diode failure is suspected or found, please AWG) and withstand the maximum possible contact Astronergy and do not attempt to open the open-circuit voltage of the PV system. junction box cover. When fixing the cable to the rack, it is necessary to 6.3 Grounding...
washer, and one M5 bolt and the copper wire. All figure out problems in time and ensure the safe and nuts, bolts, and washers shall be of type M5 and effective operation of the PV system. made of stainless steel (Fig. 18). 7.1 Routine Inspection ...
. Rev 1.1, released in January 2023. . Rev 1.2, released in June 2023. . Rev 1.3, released in December 2023. GLOBAL SERVICE CENTERS Chint New Energy Technology Co., Ltd. Add: No. 1 Jisheng Road, Jianshan New Zone Haining 314415 Zhejiang P.R. China www.astronergy.com...
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Do you have a question about the Astro N5s Series and is the answer not in the manual?
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Are bypass diodes required when simply connecting the panels in a basic parallel configuration. The drawing indicates this and mentions additional diodes when connecting in a combination of series and parallel.