Product Description
Our hugely cherished String Monitoring Combiner Box 16 Strings are offered to make customers enjoy a great level of system performance monitoring while taking care of system safety. In this box, monitoring of up to 16 strings can be easily done. Our combiner box is an approved design for all safety and performance of both domestic and international standards. Our String Monitoring Combiner Box 16 Strings embraces our most advanced technology to make all the tasks of monitoring and handling of PV strings easy and fast.
| Type Designation | PVB-16 |
| Max. PV Array Voltage | 1000Vd |
| Max. PV Array Inputs | 16 |
| Rated Current for Each String | 10A/15A |
| Output Terminal Type | PG21 |
| Rated Output Current | 160A/240A |
| Protection Degree | IP65 |
| Environment Temperature | -25~+60oC |
| Environment Humidity | 0~99% |
| DC Circuit Breaker | Yes |
| SPD | Yes |
| Dimensions(WHD) | 740x540x250mm |
| Installation: indoors/outdoors (IP65 electronics) | Yes / yes |
| Optional Components* |
| Current Monitor for Each String | Option |
| LCD Display | Option |
| Data supervisory control | Option |
| Communication | RS485 |
Superior Solar Monitoring and SafetyThis combiner box integrates microcontroller-based monitoring for precise tracking of each strings performance. Fault indicators and real-time string status alerts safeguard your solar assets against overcurrent, short circuits, and surges. Designed for outdoor and indoor installations, it ensures system efficiency over 98%, enabling long-term operational reliability.
Adaptable Design for Diverse ApplicationsWith customizable cable lengths, mounting options, and enclosure materials, the box suits various solar PV projects. Its durability is bolstered by a weatherproof, UV-stabilized enclosure, making it ideal for Indias diverse climates. With user-friendly manual or automatic switch modes and remote monitoring compatibility, operation and maintenance are straightforward.
FAQs of String Monitoring Combiner Box 16 Strings:
Q: How does the String Monitoring Combiner Box enhance solar installation safety?
A: The combiner box incorporates Type II surge protection devices, overcurrent and short-circuit monitoring, and IP65/IP66-rated weatherproofing. These features collectively reduce risk by promptly identifying faults and protecting against electrical hazards in solar PV systems.
Q: What parameters can be monitored with this combiner box?
A: The unit provides real-time data on individual string current, voltage, operational status, fault indicators, and ambient conditions, helping operators assess system health and performance efficiently.
Q: When and where should the combiner box be installed?
A: This device is suitable for both indoor and outdoor solar PV installations, thanks to its robust enclosure. It should be mounted on a wall or pole, ideally near the PV array for easy access and optimal cable management.
Q: What installation process is involved?
A: Installation requires securing the box using wall or pole mounts and connecting cable entries through glands or plug-and-play connectors. Main output fuses and MCBs are included for each string, supporting up to 16 strings at a maximum system voltage of 1000V DC.
Q: How is data transmitted for remote monitoring?
A: Monitoring data is communicated via the RS485/Modbus RTU interface, making the box compatible with remote monitoring systems and supporting real-time alerts through either LED display or centralized monitoring platforms.
Q: What are the main benefits of using this combiner box?
A: Users gain reliable real-time monitoring, enhanced protection against surges and electrical faults, ease of maintenance, and proven longevity exceeding ten years. The efficient design helps optimize solar PV system output and minimizes downtime.