Stäubli Electrical Connectors has introduced a new product family of large format PV cable connectors. The new BosCon connectors are fully cULus certified to UL 6703 and CSA C22.2 182.5, “Connectors for use in photovoltaic systems.” They are designed for carrying high current in harsh and outdoor environments in the PV power and EV industries. BosCon connectors are specifically designed for electrical balancing systems (eBOS), trunk cables, battery energy storage systems (BESS) and EV charging systems.
“We designed the BosCon line to meet the need within the North American PV market to create large format cable connections, both as pre-made cables by harness suppliers and by field installers,” said Brian Mills, Head of Renewable Energy at Stäubli. . “As a result, the new connectors ensure safety and reliability and simplify installation and maintenance.”
The entire BosCon line is designed for reliable sealing, strain relief and termination of both low (Class B) and high, flexible copper PV cables. It features a unique coding system that allows for seven different mechanically coded and color-coded rings on both the plug and plug ends, which can be determined during installation. This helps avoid the risks inherent in crossing poles and/or phases. The company notes that mixing connectors from different manufacturers, including those claiming to be “Stäubli compatible,” could also be potentially catastrophic.
The new connectors are fully cULus certified for both factory and field installation with 3/0 AWG through 500 MCM copper cables with a maximum current rating of 620 A at 1,500 V AC/DC. The BosCon OPC16 can also be used to effectively design and install EV storage/charging systems, thanks to its both AC and DC power of 1,500 V.
Stäubli will present the BosCon at the RE+ trade fair this year.
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