PV connector meets highest certification standards
Meeting IEC50521 TUV 1500V- Class A (All Access), UL6703 1000V (Americas) and JET 1500V (Japan), the H4 UTX PV connector can be used globally. Introduced by Amphenol, the connectors are suitable for use by all PV module manufacturers, installers, developers, electrical distributors as well as inspectors, combiner box companies and engineering procurement construction firms worldwide.
Fully matable with existing H4 PV connectors and typical PV industry standard connectors, the H4 UTX is available in 8-14AWG. The H4 UTX-XL, a larger version, is capable of accommodating 8AWG PV wire, up to 2kV. The larger version can also mate with all existing H4 connectors (including the H4 UTX) in all AWGs.
Utilising Amphenol’s proven RADSOK technology, the company has claimed that the H4 UTX achieves higher current ratings and lower contact resistance, resulting in lower power losses.
“The connector’s efficient design keeps costs low and improves flexibility, since it can mate with all PV wire sizes. The added benefit of meeting three of the highest global certifications in the solar market truly makes the H4 UTX a single, cost-effective device for use worldwide,” comments Martin Booker, General Manager, Amphenol Industrial Products Group.