Commercial Products

1500 VDC
Collection Systems

1500 VDC PV systems lead to

greater efficiency with a reduction
in material and labor costs, resulting
in lower total ownership costs.
1500 VDC Solar Combiner Boxes
1500 VDC Solar Combiner Boxes, available with or without Integral DC Disconnect Switches, are
built to minimize system costs by reducing wiring, resulting in less labor. They are available with
up to 36 input circuits and help save material costs, installation time and labor. ETL listed to
UL1741 standards, providing peace of mind and plenty of wiring room for ease of installation.

Application: Certifications and Compliances:

Eaton’s Crouse-Hinds series 1500VDC Solar combiner boxes are • cETLus 1741 Listed
designed and built to maximize performance in grid-tied 1500V PV • cETLus Listed to CSA Standard C22.2 No. 31
system applications. 1500V PV systems facilitate longer strings, less
wiring, less labor and ultimately lower total installed cost. These • NEMA 4X (fiberglass and stainless steel)
boxes are available in models up to 36 inputs and a 15A fuse size, • NEMA 4 (powder coated steel)
with durable (NEMA 4X, 4, & 3R) enclosures and flexible custom • NEMA 3R (painted steel - for vertical mounting applications only)
options to suit customer applications. The design is engineered and
manufactured for greater heat dissipation to perform in the harshest
of environmental conditions. These combiners are ETL Listed up Options:
UL1741 standards, providing peace of mind and plenty of wiring • Fuses (shipped uninstalled)
room for ease of installation.
• Surge protection
Features: • Solar cable whips (pre-assembled and installed)
• Rated up to 1500 VDC - continuous duty • Compression output lugs (mechanical standard)
• Optional integral disconnects available in 275A and 500A • Factory installed breather vent or drain
• Touch-safe fuse holders • Factory drilled entrance holes
• Lexan shield covers all live components
• Factory installed conduit fittings/cable glands
• 90ºC output terminals
• Dual output lugs
• Configured for positive and negative grounded arrays*
• Lockable enclosures
• Factory installed strut
Integral Disconnect Rating: • Custom options available - consult factory

To determine the rating of the integral disconnect, simply multiply

the number of input circuits by the max. current per string, and Standard Materials and Finishes:
then round to the next (higher) disconnect size. In NO case can the • NEMA 4X fiberglass (non-conductive, impact-resistant,
maximum current exceed the amperage rating. Disconnect switches UV-resistant, flame retardant) - natural
are rated for 100% continuous duty. Example: A 12-string combiner • NEMA 4X stainless steel - natural
box with solar modules rated to 9.6A has a maximum current of
• NEMA 4 steel - powder coated
12A; 12A per string x 12 strings = 144A, which results in a 275A
disconnect switch. • NEMA 3R steel (for vertical mounting applications only) - painted

Typical Savings Example:

Voltage 1000V Systems 1500V Systems

Project size 10 MWAC 10 MWAC
Panel wattage (DC) 325 WDC 325 WDC
Avg. # of panels 23100 23100
Avg panels in series 19 29
Strings 1216 797
# Strings per combiner 24 24
# of combiners required 51 33
Reduction in combiner box % Savings of approx. 34%

*Negative fused configurations available for positive grounded arrays. Replace F15 with NF15 in the catalog number.

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1500 VDC Solar Combiner Boxes Callouts
Enclosure Positive Output Lug
A Durable environmentally tested enclosures are available in NEMA B Lug sizes may vary based on output requirement. Custom lugs are
3R, 4, and 4X in a variety of materials including: fiberglass, stainless available upon request.
steel, NEMA 4 powder coat and painted steel (not shown).
Finger Safe Fuse Holder
C Finger safe compact design simplifies installation and removal,
also protects the installer from touch hazard.
D F
Direct Busbar
D Copper busbar busses input circuits into a common conductor
which is tin plated for corrosion resistance. Designed for improved
heat dissipation.

Surge Protection (Optional)

H E Used to limit voltage in the event of electrical surge, lighting
strike, etc. Wired to the combiner box common positive, negative,
ground.
C
B
Negative Assembly
F Tin plated copper negative assembly busses negative inputs into
a common negative output. Lug sizes may vary by combiner box
output requirement. Custom lugs available upon request.

Standoffs
G Standoffs support the Lexan Shield which covers live components
and protects against risk of shock.

Grounding Bar
I Grounding bar allows for termination of copper or aluminum
E ground inputs. Tin plated for corrosion resistance. Ground output
accepts a maximum of 250 MCM output. Custom ground lugs
available upon request.
A G
I DC Disconnnect Switch
H Rotary DC disconnect switch comes equipped with an external
handle, which allows for lock-out tag out. The disconnect switch is
intended to be used to manually make/break electrical connections
and disconnect modules from downstream components. Available
in 275A and 500A.

Catalog Number Matrix

Part number example

CCBF12 F15 DS275 SP 1500V

Combiner box, fiberglass NEMA 4X enclosure, 12 string, 15A fused, 275A integral disconnect switch, surge protection, 1500V rating

CCBF 12 F15 DS275 SP 1500V

Enclosure Type
CCBF = Fiberglass N4X Breather Vent or Drain
CCBS = Painted Steel N3R BV = Breather Vertical
Integral Disconnect Rating
CCBSS = Stainless Steel N4X Fuse Amperage* BH = Breather Horizontal
DS = Disconnect switch for use with
CCB4S = Powder Coated Steel N4 F15 = 15A fuse 2-36 input circuits DV = Drain Vertical
BLANK = fuses not provided DS275 = 275A - Standard on DH = Drain Horizontal
Number of Input Circuits by factory combiners from 2 to 18 circuits
Surge Protection BLANK- No Vent or Drain
02 = 2 input circuits DS500 = 500A - Available on
SP = Surge protection Orientation refers to position of
03 = 3 input circuits combiners greater than 17 circuits. the combiner, not the breather
Standard on combiners from 18 30kA/1500 VDC Interrupting rating or drain
04 = 4 input circuits circuits to 36. or 30kA/1000 VDC
05 = 5 input circuits BLANK = No integral disconnect IP20 Finger-safe construction
06 = 6 input circuits Small size takes up minimal space Voltage
(Offered up to 36 circuits) in enclosure 1500V = 1500V
BLANK = No surge protection
*Negative fused configurations available for positive grounded arrays. Replace F15 with NF15 in the catalog number.

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1500V Sunnector™ Solar Whip, Jumper & Home Run Harnesses
Eaton’s Crouse-Hinds Division has a long legacy of providing high reliability connectivity
solutions in extremely harsh environments. Sunnector™ solar products were developed to
deliver outstanding value and reliability that we are known for in the solar industry.
• Manufactured in controlled conditions utilizing high efficiency equipment, reducing job site risk and potential warranty claims
• Custom manufactured assemblies reduce costs and make solar systems easier to install by eliminating on-site crimping, cutting
and testing
• Whip and jumper assemblies are available in a variety of cable options, configurations and styles
• Harness assemblies are available in customized configurations to meet specific application requirements

1500V Sunnector™ Solar Whip & Jumper Assemblies

Reduce installation time with pre-fabricated assemblies
Sunnector™ Assemblies are the preferred choice for installers and contractors looking to reduce the
overall installed cost by 10% to 35%.*
Superior components means high quality performance
Specially constructed to last years in the field and reduce overall installation times. Pre-marked
assemblies allow easy site layout.
Applications: Material Characteristics:
• Whips and jumpers are ideal for OEM applications, including • FoHS compliant
combiner boxes, mini-inverters, modules and adapters • Cross linked polyethylene wire (XLPE or XLP)
• Designed for exposed or concealed wet or dry locations • Flammability meets UL 94 requirements; V0 rated

Features: Certifications and Compliances:

• Sunnector™ pre-fabricated jumpers and whips save time and •  C4, H4 and UTX Connectors UL certified to UL6703 & UL1703,
M
money by providing various configurations that allow quick TUV certified, IP67 or IP68 rated
connections for a wide variety of solar applications • Wire/cable UL certified to UL4703/UL854
• Both whips and jumpers are manufactured under controlled • #10 AWG wire – 35A current capacity†
conditions utilizing the highest quality materials. They are designed
• #12 AWG wire – 25A current capacity†
to work with rigid & flexible thin-film, monocrystalline and
multicrystalline PV modules. • #14 AWG wire – 20A current capacity†

• All whips and jumpers are 100% continuity tested to ensure

dependable service and are available in many standard lengths
• IP67 or IP68 waterproof rated dependent on connector type
• UV- and ozone-resistant
• Optional ID labeling available to communicate point-to-point
connections in the field
• Rated for direct burial
• Rodent proof jacket
• Temperature range: -40°C to +90°C

†Recommended (not to exceed). Each system is unique and the design should consider all factors including current de-rating.
*Based on labor and material savings versus traditional wiring.

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1500V Sunnector™ Solar Whip & Jumper Assemblies
Solar Whip Assemblies
An assembly with a connector terminated on one end only. The other end of the assembly can be prepared blunt cut or
partially stripped. Whips that are bundled together can also be referred to as a homerun assembly. Typically, one end is
terminated in a combiner box and the connectorized end attaches to the solar panel string.

Choose from different wire All whips and jumpers are

sizes capable of delivering 100% tested to ensure
20A, 25A or 35A performance in the field

Ends provided with your

choice of hardware, NEMA 4X cord grip provides
including: ring terminals, water-tight seal
fork terminals, fast-ons or
as wire only, blunt cut or Choose from the highest
partially stripped quality connector types; MC4,
H4 and UTX

Solar Jumper Assemblies

An assembly with a connector terminated on both ends. These are available in various configurations but most commonly,
male to female, female to female and male to male. Additional options include a crimp terminal for screw mounting in a
combiner box or string inverter.

Choose from a variety of

Eaton’s Crouse-Hinds Division standard wire types, including
maintains excellent production double insulated or halogen free
standards including those
meeting IPC-620A

Jumper configuration options

include male to male, male to
female, female to female and
interseries connectivity

Typical Whip Connector Configuration Typical Jumper Connector Configuration

Male End Blunt Cut End
Male End Female End
SPECIFIED LENGTH
(Feet) SPECIFIED LENGTH
(Feet)

Male MC4 Whip Assembly, Blunt Cut End

Female End Partial Stripped End Male MC4 to Female MC4 Jumper Assembly
SPECIFIED LENGTH
(Feet)

~1/2 in.

Female MC4 Whip Assembly, Partial Stripped End

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1500V Sunnector™ Home Run Harness Assemblies
Sophisticated solar construction requires sophisticated solutions
An efficient solar field layout nets optimum performance and generates returns for many years.
Sunnector ™ custom assemblies simplify your project and eliminate on-site waste.
Engineered solutions designed specifically for each individual job
Intelligent cabling solutions provide the best overall value and design flexibility to get the job done right.

Applications: Features:
• Home run harnesses are used to connect DC strings from • Custom-made Sunnector™ home run (sub-array) harnesses
a combiner or string inverter to the solar panels. Various provide flexibility while delivering cost savings to any large solar
configurations are available to support transferring power to a installation
collection system. Primary consideration are made for power loss, • Sunnector™ home run harnesses are designed for high voltage
current handling, string lengths, conduit fill and overall reliability in connection and power delivery to combiner boxes, sub-combiners
the system. or inverters used with monocrystalline and polycrystalline modules
• Designed for exposed or concealed wet or dry locations • Fully tested Sunnector™ home run harnesses arrive terminated,
bundled and spooled, replacing on-site long wire runs, bundling,
Material Characteristics: attachment and connector termination
• FoHS compliant • Home run harnesses can also be manufactured with easy-to-
read identification on each leg and on spools; spools can also be
• Cross linked polyethylene wire (XLPE or XLP)
labeled for proper job site placement
• Flammability meets UL 94 requirements; V0 rated • Fully tested for continuity for dependable field performance
• Improved durability and strain relief over traditional wiring
Certifications and Compliances:
• Available with #12, #10 or #8 AWG wires
• MC4, H4 and UTX Connectors UL certified to UL6703 & UL1703, • IP67 or IP68 waterproof rated dependent on connector type
TUV certified, IP67 or IP68 rated
• UV- and ozone-resistant
• Wire/cable UL certified to UL4703/UL854
• ID labeling available to communicate point-to-point connections in
• #10 AWG wire – 35A current capacity†
the field
• #12 AWG wire – 25A current capacity† • Rated for direct burial
• #14 AWG wire – 20A current capacity† • Rodent proof jacket
• Temperature range: -40°C to +90°C
Solar Home Run Harness Assemblies
Bundled harness assemblies are used to take multiple positive and/or negative wires from the end of a string of modules
back to either a combiner or string inverter (also known as a sub-array harness). Typically consists of 2 to 24 strings using
#10 or #8 AWG PV rated wire and solar certified connectors. Common options include custom string ID labeling, spool or coil
packaging, polarity colored wires, and specialized testing.

Wires are processed to

meet tight manufacturing
tolerances

Pre-marked identification labels In-line circuit protection is

make job site installation easy available with PV rated fuses Home run harnesses can also be manufactured
and reduce the chance of errors and fuse holders with easy-to-read identification on each leg
in connections and on spools; spools can also be labeled for
proper job site placement and improved job
site efficiency
Assemblies are 100%
fully factory tested
and offer superior
weatherproof sealing Custom Harness Assembly Ordering Information
Whether you need to create complex or simple systems, contact your local Eaton’s
Crouse-Hinds Division Sales Representative and we will help you develop the most
efficient system possible. Order Sunnector™ solar harnesses by sending the following
two items to EngineeringSunnector@[Link]:
1. A completed copy of our Solar Installation Questionnaire
that can be downloaded from this web page: http://
[Link]/solarassemblies
2. A system diagram with electrical parameters and
module locations

†Recommended (not to exceed). Each system is unique and the design should consider all factors including current de-rating.

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Technical Information for Combiners
Solar Combiner CCB 1500V Technical Information

Standard Design: Tech Spec Mech Spec* •

Max Current
Max Max PV
Max for Greatest Input Conductors Output Conductors NEMA
CCB Series Description Voltage Fuse Module Short
Ambient Number of (Cu Only) (Cu/Al) Rating
Size Circuit Current
Strings

Wire Torque Wire Torque

(VDC) (°C) (A) (A) (A) Type
Gauge (in-lbs) Gauge (in-lbs)

CCB_06 6 String Combiner Box (02-06 Strings) 600/1000/1500 50 15 72 9.6 #14 - #8 25 250 MCM or 350 MCM 325 4X/4/3R

CCB_12 12 String Combiner Box (07-12 Strings) 600/1000/1500 50 15 144 9.6 #14 - #8 25 250 MCM or 350 MCM 325 4X/4/3R

CCB_18 18 String Combiner Box (13-18 Strings) 600/1000/1500 50 15 216 9.6 #14 - #8 25 350 MCM 325 4X/4/3R

CCB_24 24 String Combiner Box (19-24 Strings) 600/1000/1500 50 15 288 9.6 #14 - #8 25 500 MCM 375 4X/4/3R

CCB_36 36 String Combiner Box (25-36 Strings) 600/1000/1500 50 15 433 9.6 #14 - #8 25 500 MCM 375 4X/4/3R

6 String Combiner Box w/ Integral Disconnect

CCB_06 DS 600/1000/1500 50 15 72 9.6 #14 - #8 25 250 MCM or 350 MCM 325 4X/4/3R
Switch (02-06 Strings)
12 String Combiner Box w/ Integral Disconnect
CCB_12 DS 600/1000/1500 50 15 144 9.6 #14 - #8 25 250 MCM or 350 MCM 325 4X/4/3R
Switch (07-12 Strings)
18 String Combiner Box w/ Integral Disconnect
CCB_18 DS 600/1000/1500 50 15 216 9.6 #14 - #8 25 350 MCM 325 4X/4/3R
Switch (13-18 Strings)
24 String Combiner Box w/ Integral Disconnect
CCB_24 DS 600/1000/1500 50 15 288 9.6 #14 - #8 25 500 MCM 375 4X/4/3R
Switch (19-24 Strings)
36 String Combiner Box w/ Integral Disconnect
CCB_36 DS 600/1000/1500 50 15 433 9.6 #14 - #8 25 500 MCM 375 4X/4/3R
Switch (25-36 Strings)

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