October 7, 2009 -- Belden has introduced a family of solar cables designed to support renewable energy initiatives. The cables are UL Type PV approved (UL 4703 USE-2 Rated) for use as the interconnection wiring of grounded and ungrounded photovoltaic power systems (Section 630.31).
The solar cables are designed link together the solar panels found on solar farms, key to the transmission of electric energy from the panels to the transformers at the local energy storage substation, and ultimately to the power grid and its commercial and residential electricity users.
Key features of the Belden solar cable family include: 18 to 8 AWG, single soft annealed tinned stranded copper conductors XLPE insulation and sunlight-resistant black PVC jackets; temperature rating from -40 degrees C to 90 degrees C; maximum Operating Voltage; 600 or 1000 VRMS (UL PV) or 1000 VRMS (CSA RW 90). Optional construction available for 2000 VRMS RHW-2; standard lengths of 1000 ft (304.8 m) and 5000 ft (609.6 m).
The solar cables are rated UL Type PV (photovoltaic) UL 4703 and USE-2 and meet VW-1 flame test, are CE approved and RoHS compliant.
"Belden fully supports today's clean and 'green' technology goals, including the goal to expand the proliferation of solar energy, wherever feasible," comments Frank Koditek, Belden's industrial cable product manager. "Our new line of solar cables is just the beginning, signaling an ongoing plan to develop and bring to market additional green technology products over the coming months. All of our alternative energy solutions will, of course, reflect Belden's long-standing commitment to quality and consistency in product design and manufacturing."
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