One of the main components of solar PV cells is the cables and wires. They act as a medium through which electricity travels. Once the sun’s radiation falls on the panels, it is converted to AC through an inverter. When converted to AC, it travels to various electric sources through wires and cables. The Solar Industry Company India ensures that the network of cables is appropriately installed for the ideal performance of the PV network.
Below mentioned are three main types of wires used on solar farms:
PV wire
It is one of the most popular and durable solar cables used by the experts of Solar Industry Company India. The cables come with XLPE insulation and bare or tinned copper conductors. This feature makes the cable UV-protected, moisture safe and ozone protected. It is a highly efficient solar cable that can withstand weather variations. With voltage ratings of 600V, 1000V, or 2000V, it can withstand a temperature of +90 degrees Celsius in a wet environment and +150 degrees Celsius in dry conditions. Suitable for both underground and mounted PV networks, PV wire comes tagged with UL Standard 4703. Its ability to withstand harsh temperatures suits it best for underground PV arrays.
USE-2 cables
USE-2 cables offer a voltage rating of 600V and a temperature rating of 90-degree Celsius in both wet and dry conditions. According to a leading Solar Industry Company in India, USE-2 is an underground service wire suitable for a grounded PV network. Similar to the previous one, it comes with XLPE insulation, bare copper, tinned copper, or aluminum conductor. Being resistant to crush, oil, and gas, USE-2 cables offer greater temperature resistance on both wet and dry days. These reasons also make USE-2 cable a perfect choice for industries.
THHN wire
The top-rated Solar PV Energy Solution in India recommends THHN for networks that are not subjected to harsh weather. These cables have a voltage rating of 600V and a maximum temperature resistance of +90 degree Celsius in dry regions (a max of +75 degree Celsius in wet areas). Not to mention regions that are more suitable for USE-2 or PV cables, it is not recommended to use THHN wire. Though their purpose is similar, their built-up features do not account for the same weather conditions.
Contact the leading Solar Industry Company in India, Acerenewtech to know the right solar cables for your weather and requirements.
Ref
https://www.awcwire.com/allied-university/informatic/solar-power-cables#:~:text=There%20are%20three%20main%20types,them%20suitable%20for%20different%20uses.
https://www.greentechrenewables.com/article/solar-wire-types-solar-pv-installations
https://www.zw-cable.com/news/Everything_You_Need_to_Know_About_Solar_Wires_and_Cables.html
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