Photovoltaic (Solar Panel) Connectors

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
1795336

1795336

Phoenix Contact

CONN MALE COUPLER MINUS

0

1394462-7

1394462-7

TE Connectivity AMP Connectors

CONN FMALE COUPLER PLUS 10AWG

0

H4CFN2DCS

H4CFN2DCS

Amphenol Industrial

CONN FMALE COUPLER PLUS 14AWG

0

2152131-1

2152131-1

TE Connectivity AMP Connectors

CONN MODULE BOX ASSY MINUS/PLUS

0

H4CFN4DI

H4CFN4DI

Amphenol Industrial

CONN FMALE COUPLER PLUS 12AWG

0

H4CMN6DI

H4CMN6DI

Amphenol Industrial

CONN MALE COUPLER MINUS 10AWG

0

2270154-3

2270154-3

TE Connectivity AMP Connectors

PV BAR 4 JUNCTION BOX TUV/UL1500

0

H4CFM8DC

H4CFM8DC

Amphenol Industrial

CONN FMALE COUPLER PLUS 8AWG

0

1971861-4

1971861-4

TE Connectivity AMP Connectors

CONN MALE COUPLER MINUS 10-12AWG

0

H4CFN2DM

H4CFN2DM

Amphenol Industrial

CONN FMALE COUPLER PLUS 14AWG

0

1740210-4

1740210-4

TE Connectivity AMP Connectors

CONN CONVERTER RCPT MINUS 12AWG

0

H4CMC8DM

H4CMC8DM

Amphenol Industrial

CONN MALE COUPLER MINUS 8AWG

0

H4CFN2DC

H4CFN2DC

Amphenol Industrial

CONN FMALE COUPLER PLUS 14AWG

0

H4CFN2DI

H4CFN2DI

Amphenol Industrial

CONN FMALE COUPLER PLUS 14AWG

0

H4CMC8DI

H4CMC8DI

Amphenol Industrial

CONN MALE COUPLER MINUS 8AWG

0

1740940-3

1740940-3

TE Connectivity AMP Connectors

PHOTOV CONN PREASSEMBLED

0

H4CMN2DCS

H4CMN2DCS

Amphenol Industrial

CONN MALE COUPLER MINUS 14AWG

0

1-1394462-3

1-1394462-3

TE Connectivity AMP Connectors

CONN FMALE COUPLER PLUS

0

1394738-1

1394738-1

TE Connectivity AMP Connectors

CONN CONVERTER RCPT PLUS 14AWG

0

H4CFN0DM

H4CFN0DM

Amphenol Industrial

CONN FMALE COUPLR HSG PLUS

0

Photovoltaic (Solar Panel) Connectors

1. Overview

Photovoltaic (PV) connectors are specialized electrical components designed to safely and efficiently interconnect solar panels and associated power systems. These connectors enable rapid, reliable connections in photovoltaic arrays while meeting stringent requirements for environmental resistance, electrical performance, and mechanical durability. As critical elements in solar energy systems, PV connectors ensure optimal power transmission and system longevity in residential, commercial, and utility-scale installations.

2. Main Types & Functional Classification

TypeFunctional FeaturesApplication Examples
MC3 Connector3-pin design, IP65 rating, 1500V DC compatibilityLegacy residential systems
MC4 ConnectorSingle-contact design, IP67 rating, anti-arcing technologyModern rooftop/grid-tied systems
T4 ConnectorTool-free locking mechanism, 30A ratingLarge-scale solar farms
Hybrid ConnectorsIntegrated monitoring sensors, smart grid compatibilitySmart energy systems

3. Structure & Components

Typical PV connector assemblies consist of: - Contact Elements: Electrolytic copper with silver-plated surface for low resistance - Insulation: High-temperature resistant thermoplastic elastomers (TPE) - Housing: UV-stabilized polycarbonate with IP67+ protection - Cable Gland: Strain relief mechanism with 50N pull-out resistance - Locking System: Push-pull or screw-type mechanical interlock

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterValue RangeImportance
Rated Current10-40A DCDetermines power throughput capacity
Voltage Range600-1500V DCAffects system design voltage
Contact Resistance<0.3m Impacts energy efficiency
Operating Temp-40 C to +120 CEnsures environmental reliability
Insertion Loss<0.5dBMeasures connection quality
Cycle Life5000+ mating cyclesDetermines maintenance intervals

5. Application Fields

  • Utility-scale solar power plants
  • Residential rooftop systems
  • Commercial building-integrated PV
  • Off-grid solar charging stations
  • Agricultural solar pumping systems
  • Electric vehicle charging infrastructure

6. Leading Manufacturers & Products

ManufacturerRepresentative ProductKey Feature
St ubli (Multi-Contact)MC4-Evo 20.1m contact resistance
Amphenol SolarHelios H4Fire-resistant housing
TE ConnectivitySolarlokDouble-locking mechanism
YazakiY4 Connectors1500V system compatibility

7. Selection Recommendations

Key considerations:

  1. Match current/voltage ratings with system specifications
  2. Evaluate environmental conditions (temperature, UV exposure)
  3. Verify compliance with IEC 62852/UL 6703 standards
  4. Assess cable compatibility (cross-section, insulation type)
  5. Consider maintenance requirements and tooling needs
  6. Check for arc-fault protection features

Application Case Studies

Case 1: 200MW desert solar farm using MC4 connectors with integrated temperature sensors reduced maintenance costs by 30%.
Case 2: Urban rooftop installation with space constraints utilized hybrid T4 connectors achieving 25% faster deployment.

Industry Trends

Emerging trends include:

  • Development of 2000V DC connectors for high-voltage systems
  • Integration of IoT-enabled monitoring capabilities
  • Adoption of recyclable polymer materials
  • Standardization under IEC 62852 Ed.2
  • Miniaturization while maintaining 30A+ capacity
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