Disconnecting A Solar Panel

Disconnect the wires connecting the solar panel to the solar power system by loosening the bolts or screws holding the solar power wires in place.

Disconnecting a solar panel.

Generies solar spanners wrench solar panel connector disconnecting tool for solar panel cable pv system wire and connectors assembly 1 pair black 4 9 out of 5 stars 40 6 99 6. Solar disconnects have an essential safety role for pv systems providing a way to isolate equipment for essential maintenance or in the case of catastrophic events. Can be installed on a new system or retrofitted on any exi. A dc disconnect shuts off the current from the panels to the inverter.

In a grid tied pv system the national electrical code nec 690 15 requires disconnects to be used on both the direct current dc and alternating current ac side of the inverter. An ac disconnect shuts off the current between the inverter and the ac power grid. The ac disconnect may be a breaker on a service panel or it may be a stand alone switch. The ac disconnect is used to separate the inverter from the electrical grid.

Utility companies may also utilize the solar disconnect when performing maintenance or other repairs to nearby power lines. A tested and approved safety device which removes all lethal dc volts from any solar installation.