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Ref: PM-

DS-11-01-

Rev- C  

07.19

28 [1.1]

1675±2.5 [65.94 ±0.1]

910 [35.8]

382.5 [15.05]

956 [37.64]

997±2.5 [39.25 ±0.1]

17 [0.7]

45 [1.5] 

1000 [39]

1200 [47]

Scale: 1:1.57

11±0.2

[0.43 ±0.8]

6.6±0.2 [0.26 ±0.08]

20.5±0.5

[0.78 ±0.08]

30 [1.18]

22.5 [0.9] 

600 ±1 [23.6 ±0.04] 

GR

GR

GR

GR

CERTIFICATE BBA 0148

MCS

14

REC Installation Manual - N-Peak - IEC 61215 /61730
Rev C - 07.19 

Ref: NE-06-22

tECHNiCal ProPErtiEs: rEC N-PEak blaCk sEriEs

Fig. 14: Panel dimensions: REC N-Peak Black Series

Specifications subject to change without notice.

WARRANTy

IEC 61215, IEC 61730 & UL 1703;  

IEC 62804, IEC 61701, IEC 62716, IEC 62782 

ISO 9001: 2015, ISO 14001: 2004, OHSaS 18001: 2007

20 year product warranty
25 year linear power output warranty, maximum 
degression in performance of 0.5% p.a., giving 
86% at end of year 25. 

See warranty conditions for further details.

GENERAL DATA

Cell type: 

120 half-cut mono c-Si n-type cells 

6 strings of 20 cells in series

Glass: 

3.2 mm solar glass with  

anti-reflection surface treatment

Backsheet: 

Highly reflective and resistant 

polymeric construction (black)

Frame: 

anodized aluminum (black)

Junction box:  

3-part, 3 bypass diodes, IP67 rated 

in accordance with IEC 62790

Cable: 

4 mm² solar cable, 1.0 m + 1.2 m 

in accordance with EN 50618

Connectors: Stäubli 

MC4 PV-KBT4/KST4 (4 mm²) 

in accordance with IEC 62852 

IP68 only when connected

Origin: 

Made in Singapore

LOW LIGhT BEhAvIOUR

TEMPERATURE RATINGS 

*

MAXIMUM RATINGS

MEChANICAL DATA

Dimensions: 

1675 x 997 x 30 mm

area: 

1.67 m²

Weight: 

18 kg

Operational temperature: 

-40 ... +85°C

Maximum system voltage: 

1000 V

Design load (+): snow  

4666 Pa (475 kg/m²)

+

 

Maximum test load (+): 

7000 Pa (713 kg/m²)

*

Design load (-): wind  

1600 Pa (163 kg/m²)

+

 

Maximum test load (-): 

2400 Pa (245 kg/m²)

*

Max series fuse rating: 

25 a

Max reverse current: 

25 a

+

 Calculated using a safety factor of 1.5 

* See installation manual for mounting instructions

CERTIFICATIONS

Measurements in mm [in]

Nominal Module Operating Temperature: 

44°C

 (±2°C)

Temperature coefficient of P

MPP

-0.35 %/°C

Temperature coefficient of V

OC

-0.27 %/°C

Temperature coefficient of I

SC

0.04 %/°C

* The temperature coefficients stated are linear values

rel. Efficiency (%)

take-e-way WEEE-compliant recycling scheme

100

200

300

400

500

600

700

800

900

1000

85

90

95

100

105

irradiance (W/m²)

Typical low irradiance performance of module at STC:

ELECTRICAL DATA @ STC

Product code

*

: RECxxxNP

Nominal Power - P

MPP

 (Wp) 

305

310

315

320

325

Watt Class Sorting - (W)

0/+5

0/+5

0/+5

0/+5

0/+5

Nominal Power Voltage - V

MPP

 (V) 

33.3

33.6

33.9

34.2

34.4

Nominal Power Current - I

MPP

 (a) 

9.17

9.24

9.31

9.37

9.46

Open Circuit Voltage - V

OC

 (V) 

39.3

39.7

40.0

40.3

40.7

Short Circuit Current - I

SC

 (a) 

10.06

10.12

10.17

10.22

10.28

Panel Efficiency (%) 

18.3

18.6

18.9

19.2

19.5

Values at standard test conditions (STC: air mass aM 1.5, irradiance 1000 W/m², temperature 25°C), based on a production spread with a 

tolerance of V

OC 

& I

SC

 ±3% within one watt class. * Where xxx indicates the nominal power class (P

MPP

) at STC above.

ELECTRICAL DATA @ NMOT

Product code

*

: RECxxxNP

Nominal Power - P

MPP

 (Wp) 

214

217

221

224

228

Nominal Power Voltage - V

MPP

 (V) 

31.1

31.4

31.7

32.0

32.2

Nominal Power Current - I

MPP

 (a) 

6.86

6.91

6.97

7.01

7.08

Open Circuit Voltage - V

OC

 (V) 

36.7

37.1

37.4

37.7

38.0

Short Circuit Current - I

SC

 (a) 

7.53

7.57

7.61

7.65

7.69

Nominal module operating temperature (NMOT: air mass aM 1.5, irradiance 800 W/m², temperature 20°C, windspeed 1 m/s). 

* Where xxx indicates the nominal power class (P

MPP

) at STC above.

Summary of Contents for ALPHA BLACK Series

Page 1: ...rec N Peak Series for all REC N Peak solar panels certified according to IEC 61215 IEC 61730 Installation instructions ...

Page 2: ...S 13 Technical Properties REC N Peak Series 13 Technical Properties REC N Peak Black Series 14 ANNEX 1 INSTALLATIONS ON WATER PLATFORMS 15 ANNEX 2 INSTALLATIONS using Module level power electronics 16 EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 17 DOCUMENT HISTORY 18 List of figures Fig 1 Clamp specifications End and mid clamps 6 Fig 2 Clamping of panels with rails parallel to the short side 7 Fig 3 Clamping zon...

Page 3: ... and effective installation and operation of the photovoltaic system and for adhering to all applicable local and national standards and regulations Prior to installation check all current regulations and permits concerning solar installations and ensure all local directives are observed Furthermore installers are responsible for the following points Ensuring the REC panels are in a suitable condi...

Page 4: ...ic shocks Exercise extreme caution when wiring panels and look out for damaged or dirty cables etc Never insert metallic or other conductive objects into plugs or sockets Ensure that all electrical connections are completely dry before assembly Keep all materials tools and working conditions dry and tidy Use appropriate safety equipment e g non slip footwear insulated gloves and insulated tools So...

Page 5: ...ctrical Ratings ElectricalratingsarewithinaspecifictoleranceofmeasuredvaluesatStandardTestConditions STC asgiveninthetechnicalcharacteristicsforeach panel at the rear of this manual Allow for increased panel output as a result of conditions different to STC by multiplying the ISC and VOC values by a factor of 1 25 or according to local regulations when determining component voltage ratings conduct...

Page 6: ...tem Rails must be suitable for the intended installation and able to withstand anticipated snow and wind loads When using mounting rails ensure they run underneath the panel to provide support to the frame The positioning of the rail must ensure that the minimum clamp grip length and the central point of the fixation e g the bolt is fully within the required clamping zone as indicated on the follo...

Page 7: ...panelaspertheexamplesshowninfig 2 theclampingzonesshowninfig 3aretobefollowed Thepositioningofthe rails must ensure that the minimum grip length of the clamp and the central point of the fixation e g the bolt is fully within the required clamping zone as indicated in fig 3 Each panel must be clamped in a minimum of four separate zones with one clamping point in each quarter of the panel fig 3 Fig ...

Page 8: ...ad Site specific factors such as high winds or snow levels must be taken into consideration to ensure this limit is not exceeded These instructions must be followed for each clamping method used Clampsmustbepositionedsothatboththeminimumgriplengthandthecenterpointofeachclamparelocatedintherequiredclampingzone Follow the clamp manufacturer s instructions to install the clamps including the recommen...

Page 9: ...esign load upwards pressure stated design loads DL apply a safety factor of 1 5 to the test load e g 5400 Pa 1 5 3600 Pa Part Name Material Rail 6105 T5 aluminum extrusion Bolt M6 x 25 drop inT stud kit Nut M6 flanged hex locking nut Fig 6 Mounting holes REC N Peak Fig 7 Mounting hole specifications REC N Peak Fig 8 Mountingholeinstallationexample RECN Peak 1000 39 1200 47 Scale 1 1 57 11 mm 0 2 0...

Page 10: ...e panel on both the long side and the short side asshowninfig 9 to aid in grounding Thesecanbefurther identified by the grounding symbol stamped in the frame next to it on the long side The support bars across the rear of REC N Peak solar panels are connected to the frame via specially designed grounding clips and do not need to be individually grounded Check all applicable requirements before beg...

Page 11: ...d Any other connector Some countries and or regions have specific regulations regarding the mating of connectors Installers are responsible for ensuring the compliancy of the system with such local regulations The cutting of cables is only permitted in order to replace a factory installed connector with another brand of connector to ensure like for like mating when connected to a non REC external ...

Page 12: ...rmationSheetwhichisavailabletodownloadfromtheonlineREC Download Center www recgroup com downloads If in doubt at any time when cleaning the panels stop and obtain professional advice System inspection The system should be inspected regularly to ensure that Fasteners are secure tight and free from corrosion Electrical connections are secure tight clean and free of corrosion The mechanical integrity...

Page 13: ...713 kg m Design load wind 1600 Pa 163 kg m Maximum test load 2400 Pa 245 kg m Max series fuse rating 25 A Max reverse current 25 A Calculated using a safety factor of 1 5 See installation manual for mounting instructions certifications Measurements in mm in Nominal Module Operating Temperature 44 C 2 C Temperature coefficient of PMPP 0 35 C Temperature coefficient of VOC 0 27 C Temperature coeffic...

Page 14: ...ximum test load 7000 Pa 713 kg m Design load wind 1600 Pa 163 kg m Maximum test load 2400 Pa 245 kg m Max series fuse rating 25 A Max reverse current 25 A Calculated using a safety factor of 1 5 See installation manual for mounting instructions certifications Measurements in mm in Nominal Module Operating Temperature 44 C 2 C Temperature coefficient of PMPP 0 35 C Temperature coefficient of VOC 0 ...

Page 15: ...el during normal operation This will help to shield the panel from direct water spray Installation Instructions i System installation All cables used for the installation must have sufficient length and slack to prevent damage due to water level changes and wave motions Negative system grounding is required for REC solar panels installed on a floating platform ii Mounting panels Installation of RE...

Page 16: ...he conformity of the product with the requirements of the above mentioned EC Directive and its conformity with the safety requirements of the EC Low Voltage Directive 2014 35 EU DIN EN 61215 VDE 0126 31 2006 02 EN 61215 2005 DIN EN 61730 1 VDE 0126 Teil 30 1 2007 10 EN 61730 1 2007 05 DIN EN 61730 1 A1 VDE 0126 30 1 A1 2012 09 EN 61730 1 2007 A1 2012 DIN EN 61730 1 A2 VDE 0126 30 1 A2 2014 01 EN 6...

Page 17: ...nual N Peak IEC 61215 61730 Rev C 07 19 Ref NE 06 22 17 DOCUMENTHISTORY Date Revision Reason 07 2018 A First release 01 2019 B Update to warranty conditions addition of REC N Peak Black Series 08 2019 C Updated Datasheets ...

Page 18: ...RECSolarPte Ltd 20TuasSouthAvenue14 Singapore637312 Singapore Tel 6564959228 Mail post recgroup com www recgroup com 18 REC Installation Manual N Peak IEC 61215 61730 Rev C 07 19 Ref NE 06 22 ...

Page 19: ...e panel frame Follow MLPE manufacturer instructions to ensure optimum mounting of MLPE device and prevent any slippage during operation MLPE devices may also be attached to the mounting construction In such cases refer to the instructions provided by the manufacturer Wherever possible the installation of the MLPE device should not cover the product label on the rear of the panel MLPE devices may o...

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