Re: [RE-wrenches] Location of DC disconnect vis-a-vis rapid shutdown exemption

2018-04-16 Thread Ray
For GT using Solar edge or Enphase, its not so hard to comply, but If you are looking at off grid systems, it's not just someone's opinion, its $1,000s of dollars extra to comply with 690.12. It also results in a system that is less reliable, which is less safe off grid where lives depend on

Re: [RE-wrenches] Location of DC disconnect vis-a-vis rapid shutdown exemption

2018-04-16 Thread Glenn Burt
Mark, Darryl might be alluding to the 690.13A requirements for a DC disconnect – typically located outside the structure before conductors enter the building, and readily accessible. -Glenn From: RE-wrenches On Behalf Of Mark Frye Sent:

Re: [RE-wrenches] Location of DC disconnect vis-a-vis rapid shutdown exemption

2018-04-16 Thread Brian Mehalic
Hey y'all, I'm going to disagree about the NEC getting "worse and worse when it comes to PV," (see disconnect and grounding requirements, for instance!), but as with previous posters, that's just an opinion. Regarding location - the 2014 version had very little to say about the location of any