Multi-Contact AG (Allschwil, Switzerland) announced that it will present a wide range of high performance solar photovoltaic (PV) power connectors and junction boxes at this year's Ecobuild exhibition.

The company's MC3 and MC4 plug connectors for linking photovoltaic (PV) arrays snap together to form a highly reliable connection, using Multilam technology. They are suitable for cable cross-sections up to 10 mm².

The company will also display the MC4PLUS connector, which is pre-assembled with cables with cross-sections of 1.5, 2.5, 4 or 6 mm². It is rated for currents up to 30A and voltages up to 1000VDC.

PV junction box for thin film solar modules

Multi-Contact's TwinBox, a compact PV junction box, is designed for the automated production of thin film solar modules. Its small size is made possible by integrating the MC4 connection technology within the box, which also minimizes the amount of potting compound required.

Westlake junction box to be installed directly under the solar module frame

The company will also display Westlake junction box. Also available with a vertical connection geometry, Westlake's low profile allows it to be installed directly under the solar module frame, saving installation time by removing the need to bend the connecting ribbons, the company states. Additional protection is provided by the projecting cover, which prevents the cables from kinking where they exit the cable sleeves.

The Ecobuild sustainable design and construction exhibition will be held at the ExCeL London exhibition center from March 5th, 2013, through March 7th, 2013.

2013-02-12 | Courtesy: Multi-Contact AG | solarserver.com © Heindl Server GmbH

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