Alencon BOX -V2
User Manual
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4 BOX Features
The BOX is an integrated racking system used to put multiple SPOT or BOSS units in parallel
within an outdoor rated container. The features of the BOX include:
4.1 Parallel SPOT/BOSS (Up to 4)
The power rating of a single BOSS or SPOT device may not be sufficient for the source or load
of a system, depending on how it is configured.
For example, a single SPOT device can be used to perform string level optimization as input to
a combiner box, a set of parallel SPOT devices would be needed to perform array level
optimization on the output of a combiner box.
The BOX system allows the parallel operation of multiple SPOT or BOSS units, increasing the
power capacity to 4X while maintaining a single point of primary and secondary connection.
4.2 JBOX – Single Point of Input & Output
Alencon’s JBOX (junction box) is a customizable combiner where electrical connections in and
out of the BOX system land. Speak to your Alencon representative for more information on the
JBOX.
4.3 Integrated Communications Device
The PODD, Alencon’s communications device can be installed on the outside of or within the
BOX cabinet. In all applications employing parallel operation of SPOT or BOSS units, a PODD
is necessary for coordinating that operation.
4.4 Electrical Enclosure – Conduit Entry & Cable Management
The BOX has ample room for cables within, on both sides of the rack as well as in front of and
behind the installed power converters. 4 conduit entry knockouts on the bottom of the cabinet
and a built-in riser allow for simpler install and cable routing to/from the enclosed system.
4.5 Weather Rated Cabinet
The BOX cabinet has an Nema 3R rating which allows for outdoor installation of the entire
system.
