TECHNAXX TX-212 Solar Balcony Power Plant User Manual
- June 9, 2024
- Technaxx
Table of Contents
TECHNAXX TX-212 Solar Balcony Power Plant
Solar Balcony Power Plant 300W TX-212
Solar Balcony Power Plant 600W TX-220 / TX-228
Before using the appliance for the first time, please read the instructions for use and safety information carefully.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capacities, or by persons lacking in experience or knowledge, unless they are supervised or instructed on the use of this device by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with this device.
Keep this user manual for future reference or product sharing carefully. Do the same with the original accessories for this product. In case of warranty, please contact the dealer or the store where you bought this product.
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Important notes at the start
ATTENTION!
According to the German Federal Network Agency, installations exceeding 600W
may only be carried out by electrical contractors. In addition, a
corresponding report must be made to the network operator! Therefore, contact
a specialist electrical company if your installation exceeds 600W!
Explanation of the pictograms used
Read the user manual.
Read the user manual
Warning
Caution, risk of electric shock.
Caution, hot surface
Specifications subject to change without notice – please make sure you are using the latest manual available on the manufacturer’s website.
Note
- In principle, the installation should only be carried out by qualified personnel. For installations of more than 600 W, the installation must be carried out by a specialist electrical company! Please also observe the requirements of your network operator and local legal regulations.
- Only use the product for purposes due to its intended function
- Do not damage the product. Following cases may damage the product: Incorrect voltage, accidents (including liquid or moisture), misuse or abuse of the product, faulty or improper installation, mains supply problems including power spikes or lightning damage, infestation by insects, tampering or modification of the product by persons other than authorized service personnel, exposure to abnormally corrosive materials, insertion of foreign objects into the unit, used with accessories not preapproved.
- Refer to and heed all warnings, precautions and safety instructions in the user manual.
Safety instructions
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Read the user manual carefully. They contain important information on the use, safety and maintenance of the device. Keep the user manual in a safe place and pass them on to subsequent users if necessary.
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Before installing or using the Solar Balcony Power Plant, please read all instructions and warnings in the technical documentation, on the microinverter and on the solar modules.
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The device may only be used for its intended purpose in accordance with this user manual.
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Observe the safety instructions during use.
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Before commissioning, check the device and its connecting cable as well as accessories for damage. Do not use the device if it shows visible damage.
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Operate the device only from household power sources. Check whether the mains voltage specified on the type plate corresponds to that of your mains supply.
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Perform all electrical installations in accordance with local regulations (including VDE).
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When installing and operating the plug-in photovoltaic system, observe the national legal regulations and the connection conditions of the grid operator.
In particular, DIN VDE V 0100-551-1 (VDE V 0100-551-1), VDE AR-N 4105:2018-11, DIN VDE 0100-712, DIN VDE 0100-410 and DIN VDE V 0628-1 (VDE V 0628-1). -
Note the information on determining the line reserve at the end of these operating instructions.
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Note that the housing of the micro inverter is a heat sink and can reach a temperature of 80 degrees Celsius. To reduce the risk of burns, do not touch the housing of the micro inverter.
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Do not squeeze the power cord, do not pull it over sharp edges or hot surfaces; do not use the power cord for carrying.
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If the power cord of this device is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its customer service or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid hazards.
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The appliance is intended for household or similar use only. It must not be used for commercial purposes!
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Make sure that the device is well secured during operation and cannot be tripped over by cables.
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Never use the device after a malfunction, e.g. if the device has been dropped into water or damaged in any other way.
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The manufacturer assumes no responsibility in the event of incorrect use resulting from failure to follow the instructions for use.
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Modification or alteration of the product will affect the product safety. Caution: Risk of injury!
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All modifications and repairs to the device or accessories may only be carried out by the manufacturer or persons expressly authorized by the manufacturer for this purpose.
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Make sure that the product is operated from a power source that is easily accessible so that you can quickly disconnect the device from the mains in case of an emergency.
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Never open the product without authorization. Never carry out repairs yourself!
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Handle the product with care. It can be damaged by shocks, impacts or falling from even a low height.
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Keep the product away from extreme heat.
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Never immerse the product in water or other liquids.
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Technical changes and errors excepted!
Warning!
- Do not install the device if the AC cable of the micro inverter is damaged or broken.
- Before installing or using the micro inverter, read carefully all the instructions and safety notes in the user manual and on the device and other solar equipment.
- Do not connect the micro inverter to the operator grid until you have fully implemented the installation process and received confirmation / approval from the grid operator.
- Do not tamper with or manipulate the micro inverter or other parts of the equipment under any circumstances.
- Risk of damage due to improper modifications!
- Keep all contacts dry and clean!
Caution Risk of electric shock!
- When operating this device, certain parts of the device are under dangerous voltage, which can lead to serious physical injuries or death. Therefore, follow the following instructions to minimize the risk of injury.
- Disconnect the plug connection only in a de-energized state!
- Before carrying out visual inspections and maintenance work, check that the power supply is switched off and secured against being switched on again.
Caution, hot surface!
- The surface of the micro inverter can become very hot. Touching the surface can cause burns.
- Mount the micro inverter in such a way that accidental contact is not possible.
- Do not touch hot surfaces. When working on the micro inverter, wait until the surface has cooled down sufficiently.
Intended use
The micro inverter may only be operated with a fixed connection to the public
power supply. The micro inverter is not intended for mobile use. Modifications
to the micro inverter are generally prohibited. For changes in the
environment, you must always consult a qualified electrician. Assembly,
installation and electrical connection.
Assembly, installation and electrical connection
Warning!
- All work including transport, installation, commissioning and maintenance must be carried out by qualified and trained personnel.
- The electrical connection to the central building services may only be carried out by a licensed electrician.
- Do not connect the micro inverter to the operator grid until you have fully implemented the installation process and have received confirmation / approval from the electricity network operator.
- If you mount the micro inverters at a great height, avoid possible fall risks.
- Do not insert electrically conductive parts into the plugs and sockets! Tools must be dry.
Caution measures during installation
- Installation must be performed with the unit disconnected from the grid and with the solar panels shaded and/or insulated.
- Refer to the technical data to ensure that the environmental conditions meet the requirements of the micro inverter (degree of protection, temperature, humidity, altitude, etc.).
- Install the micro inverter and all DC connections in a suitable location, for example under the solar panel, to avoid direct UV/sunlight exposure, rain exposure, snow accumulation, etc. In any case, sufficient air circulation for cooling must be ensured.
- Install the micro inverter in such a way that at least 2cm distance to the nearest surface is maintained. Otherwise, the micro inverter may overheat.
- Do not install in locations where gases or flammable materials may be present.
Qualified personnel
An adequately informed person or a person supervised by a person with electrical engineering skills and knowledge so that he or she recognizes the risks and avoids the hazards caused by electricity. For safety reasons, in this manual ‘Qualified
Personnel’ means that this person is familiar with safety requirements, cooling systems and EMC and that this person is authorized to power, ground and attach equipment, systems and circuits according to existing safety procedures. The micro inverter, accessories and connected systems may only be commissioned and operated by qualified personnel.
Disclaimer
- In no event shall Technaxx Deutschland be liable/responsible for any direct, indirect punitive, incidental, special consequential danger, to property or life, improper storage, whatsoever arising out of or connected with the use or misuse of their products.
- Error messages may appear depending on the environment it is used in.
Features
- Attach to flat roof, terrace, balcony, fence and much more possibilities.
- Easy installation: connect, start, save power
- Lightweight and compact microinverter
- Suitable for feeding electricity into the 230V household grid
- Maximum feed-in power of the inverter 300W (600W)
- Ideal for covering the base load during the day in your home
- MPP tracking for optimal power feeding
- VDE compliant
Product details
Package content:| | Product variants:
- TX-212: 300 Watt
- TX-220, TX-228: 600 Watt
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- 1x PV microinverter
- 1x (2x) solar module for 300W (600W)
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- 1x Bettery socket adapter
- 1x AC input end cap
- 1x connection cable
- 1x user manual
Product overview
PV Micro Inverter 300W TX-203
1| Betteri socket (input 230V AC)| 4| Betteri plug (output 230V AC)
2| Mounting hole| 5| Input solar panel (MC4 connector)
3| Ground connection| 6| Indicator LED
PV Micro Inverter 600W TX-204
1| Betteri socket (input 230V AC)| 4| Betteri plug (output 230V AC)
2| Mounting holes| 5| Input solar panel (MC4 connector)
3| Ground connection| 6| Indicator LED
Preparation
Requirements for the operation of a photovoltaic system
- Permission from the owner or owners’ association if you are not the owner yourself
- Wieland socket (recommendation), permanent connection or Schuko socket
- RCD in the fuse box (standard nowadays)
- Socket, better protected outdoors
- Electricity meter with backstop or bidirectional meter
ATTENTION!
The following requirements must be met in order to operate a photovoltaic
system.
- You must register your photovoltaic system with your responsible grid operator.
- In addition, a report must be submitted to the responsible authority (Market Master Data Register (MaStR)).
- You must have ensured that an appropriate and sufficiently dimensioned feed-in socket is already available.
- Be sure to contact a licensed electrical contractor to check the suitability of your house installation and the associated technical requirements.
- Meter replacement required: A bi-directional meter must be present or depending on what your electricity provider specifies. Simple electricity meters are often not sufficient.
- If necessary, the consent of the landlord is required.
- If you are unsure, please have the local conditions checked, if necessary, or contact your network operator for information.
ATTENTION!
If you use more than one micro inverter or if the power exceeds 600VA (600W),
commissioning and reporting is only permitted by a specialized electrical
company and grid operator! Also observe the requirements of your network
operator and local legal regulations.
Connecting the micro inverter
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CAUTION!
Check that the voltage and current specifications of your solar panel match those of the micro inverter. -
CAUTION!
The DC operating voltage range of the solar panel must match the allowed input voltage range of the micro inverter. -
CAUTION!
The maximum open circuit voltage of the solar panel must not exceed the listed maximum input voltage of the inverter. -
CAUTION!
Only qualified personnel may install and/or replace micro inverters! -
CAUTION!
Observe all local regulations and restrictions during installation. -
CAUTION!
Before installing and using the micro inverter, carefully read all operating instructions and safety instructions (micro inverter, solar panel, etc.). Make sure that you have understood everything. Consult a suitable specialist if you are unsure. -
CAUTION!
There is a risk of electric shock when installing this device. -
CAUTION!
Do not touch live parts, including the connected solar panels, when the system is connected to the electrical mains. -
CAUTION!
Note that the housing of the micro inverter is the heat sink and can reach a temperature of 80 °C. To reduce the risk of burns, do not touch the micro inverter housing. -
CAUTION!
The external protective grounding conductor is connected to the protective grounding conductor terminal of the micro inverter via AC connection. When connecting, connect the AC terminal first to ensure grounding of the micro inverter. Then connect the DC terminals. When disconnecting, disconnect the AC first by opening the branch circuit breaker but keeping the protective grounding conductor in the branch circuit breaker connected to the micro inverter. Then disconnect the DC inputs. -
CAUTION!
Do not, under any circumstances, connect the DC input if the AC connection is not connected. -
CAUTION!
Install disconnect devices on the AC side of the micro inverter. -
CAUTION!
It is strongly recommended to install surge protectors in the appropriate meter box. -
CAUTION!
You should not use an AC residual current device to protect the corresponding circuit to the micro inverter, even if it is an outdoor circuit. None of the small residual current devices (5~30 mA) are designed for regeneration and will be damaged if regeneration occurs. The same is true for AC arc fault circuit breakers. They are not evaluated for regenerative power and could be damaged if regenerated with the output of a solar micro inverter.
The micro inverter is already pre-installed on a solar module in this set It may only be necessary to connect the solar modules (DC) to the micro inverter. On the AC side, only the connection with the enclosed connection cable must be made. A Wieland plug connection is recommended here according to VDE. A Schuko plug connection with a Schuko socket is also possible.
Mounting
Observe the following instructions for the corresponding installation.
General hints
- Before you start mounting, check the solar module, the inverter and all cables for visual damage.
- Do not stand on the module or the module frame. To prevent grease stains on the module, avoid contact with your hands on the glass surface and ideally wear work gloves.
- Place the solar module face down on a clean, flat, soft surface.
- Write down the model and serial number of the components [inverter, solar module(s)] and keep the numbers. In the event of a defect, we will need the numbers for unique identification.
Balcony
- The solar module is only suitable for installation up to a height of 4m (upper edge of the module), provided that there is also no public traffic below the module.
- *The balcony bracket is available as an accessory:
- Balcony bracket TX-227 for TX-212
- Balcony bracket TX-230 for TX-220 & TX-228
Flat roof (bitumen roof)
- The statics of the roof for the photovoltaic system must be checked by the customer. The photovoltaic system can be installed up to a roof height of 9m, a sea level of max. 350 m and a roof pitch of 45°.
- We recommend a distance of 1.25 m to fire walls of adjacent buildings (e.g. row houses). For more detailed requirements for your federal state, please refer to your state building code (LBO).
- Make sure that national and site-specific building regulations, occupational safety and accident prevention regulations, standards and environmental protection regulations are observed.
Weight the module mount evenly
- The solar module (up to 19kg) should be positioned at ground level or centered on a flat roof.
- Suitable is a bracket for mounting on bitumen, concrete, in the garden on the lawn or terrace.
- The weighting is calculated according to the terrain IV (urban area), where at least 15% of the area is covered with buildings, the average height of which exceeds 15m, and may differ for other heights or terrain structures.
- In case of installation on a flat roof, the top edge of the building should be lower than 15m and the photovoltaic system should be at least 1.25m away from the neighbor’s roof surface. The maximum slope of the ground may be 5°.
- One concrete slab should weigh 9kg.
Check whether the statics of the installation site are suitable for the photovoltaic system. Technaxx Germany does not assume any liability for the suitability of your installation site.
Facade
- For the mounting you need your own dowels and screws. Since every wall is different.
- Up to a height (upper edge of the module) of 4m the glass-foil module can be used, as long as you cannot step directly under the module.
Connect the solar panels (DC connection)
Connect the solar panels DC cables to the DC input side of the micro inverter
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The 300W is connected to the solar panels via MC4 connectors. The 600W micro inverter provides two pairs of MC4 connectors for two solar panels. Simply connect the DC connection cables of the micro inverter to the matching counterpart of the solar panel. When doing so, plug the pair of connectors together until you hear a “click” sound. The connectors of some solar panels have the polarity (+, -) printed on them, which is valid for the panels. The DC cable of the micro inverter with the plus marking (+) is connected to the – pole of the panel, the negative marked cable (-) to the + pole. Make sure that the polarity is correct.
The connected solar panel must not exceed the maximum permissible DC input voltage/solar panel voltage of the micro inverter (see type plate) under any circumstances!
Note: When plugging in the DC cables, if the AC cable is already plugged in, the micro inverter LED should immediately flash green and start synchronizing with the grid within 2 minutes. If the AC cable is not plugged in, the red LED will flash continuously and repeat this until the AC cable is plugged in (see chapter LED Status).
Connecting the micro inverter to the AC grid (AC connection)
A maximum of 2x 300W or 1x 600W may be connected to an EU / 50Hz / 230V
installation with 16A automatic circuit breaker.
The connection to the mains is made with a suitable power cable. Only use
3-core cables that are also approved for outdoor installation and have a
conductor cross section adapted to the amperage (preferably 1.5mm² or 4mm²).
Fasten the connection cables to the mounting rail using UV-stable cable ties
in such a way that the cables are protected from rain and sun and, in
particular, the plug connections cannot lie in a puddle of water. To connect
the micro inverter and the connection cable, the pre-assembled AC plug-in
system in combination with an AC cable and assembled Betteri IP68 connection
socket or the AC string input/output can be used, depending on the delivery
variant. To mount a Wieland connector, the pre-assembled Betteri IP68
connector system must be removed.
Note: Other plug connections / systems may be possible, provided they are
suitable for outdoor use and the current levels involved.
First commissioning
After mechanical and electrical installation of the solar power system, you can put the system into operation. There should be enough sunshine for this. The solar panels need to produce at least a start voltage of 22V.
Initial state:
- The micro inverter is connected to the solar panels
- The microinverter is connected to the house mains via Wieland plug(recommended) or Schuko plug.
- The cables are fixed protected from rain and sunlight
- The feed line is connected to the mains via a circuit breaker
Proceed as follows:
- Turn on the circuit breaker and any other switches that may be present.
- Switch on the main AC switch.
- The unit LED should begin flashing green after you turn on the AC circuit breaker. See chapter LED status for more information.
- The micro inverter starts feeding (grid synchronization) within 2 minutes if there is sufficient solar radiation. The status LED indicates the basic function. You can check the feed-in power with a suitable power socket energy meter (needs to be water proof for outside use!).
- If you have installed a feed-in meter, you can also use it to check the current feed-in power or energy.
Note: When AC power is applied but the micro inverter is not started, approximately 0.2W of power can be measured for each micro inverter using a power meter. This power is reactive power, not consumption from the utility grid.
LED status
The LED of each micro inverter provides information about the current status.
All micro inverters draw their supply voltage from the DC connector/solar
panels.
Status during power up
The green LED will flash fast a few times. Then switch-on process usually
takes up to 2 minutes. Following LED status can occur:
Flashing fast red (1s): | No AC connection | → no grid feed |
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Flashing slow green (3s): | AC connection & | |
DC connection voltage lower 22V | → no grid feed | |
Flashing fast green (1s): | AC connection & | |
DC connection voltage over 22V | → grid feed | |
No LED Flashing/LED off: | No DC connection/solar panels connected | → no |
grid feed
Status after the switch-on process
A fast green flashing LED indicates normal status and an active feed into the
grid. If the LED remains flashing red after 3minutes, this indicates an error
with solar panel voltage that is too low (below 22V) or a missing AC voltage.
The micro inverter can only start feeding (again) after the cause of the error
has been eliminated. The reason for this error could be a faulty solar panel
connection / AC connection or the connected grid exceeds / falls below the
voltage / frequency range of the micro inverter. If the LED shows no function
or remains OFF, the most common cause is that there is no connection to the
solar panel or the solar panel voltage is far below the start voltage.
Troubleshooting
Maintenance work and troubleshooting on the micro inverter may only be carried out by qualified personnel. Modifications to the micro inverter are generally prohibited. The micro inverter is potted, the electronics cannot be repaired. The TX-203/TX-204 micro inverter draws its supply voltage from the DC side. To restart the micro inverter, the solar panels must be disconnected from the micro inverter. The start-up process usually takes place within 2 minutes. For troubleshooting purposes, perform the following steps in the order listed:
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Check that all AC fuses are turned ON.
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Check all connection cables for external damage.
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Check all AC side connections for damage or connection errors.
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Measure at the connection points. The applied mains voltage must not exceed or fall below the AC voltage range of 180-275V.
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Restart the micro inverter by disconnecting and reconnecting the DC power / solar panels. A normal start-up process should be indicated by a green LED (see LED status).
CAUTION!
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Measure the voltage of the solar panel to the micro inverter with a suitable multi-meter. The required starting voltage of the micro inverter is above DC22V.
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Check the MC4 connectors of the micro inverter and solar panel(s). Damaged DC connections must be replaced.
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If necessary, check with your grid operator whether the grid frequency matches the frequency range of the micro inverter.
CAUTION!
Do not attempt to repair the micro inverter.
If the above steps do not solve the problem, contact our support or an
electrician.
The AC connection on the micro inverter cannot be replaced/repaired. If the
cable has been damaged, the device should be disposed of.
Unless otherwise specified, maintenance work must be carried out with the
equipment disconnected from the mains (mains switch open) and the solar panels
covered, or insulated.
Do not use rags or corrosive products for cleaning that could corrode parts of
the equipment or cause electrostatic charges.
Avoid temporary repairs. All repairs should be made only with original spare
parts.
Each micro inverter should be protected by a circuit breaker, but central
disconnect protection is not required unless specified by national standards,
or by the responsible network operator.
Technical specifications
- Verify that the voltage and current specifications of the solar panels match those of the micro inverter.
- The maximum open circuit voltage of the solar panel must be within the operating voltage range of the micro inverter.
- It is recommended that the maximum rated current in the MPP be equal to or less than the maximum input DC current. However, the maximum short circuit current must be equal to or less than the maximum DC input short circuit current.
- It is NOT recommended to oversize the output DC power of the solar panels by more than 1.35 times (based on the AC output power of the micro inverter).
For the technical specifications of the solar module, please refer to the enclosed data sheet.
Inverter
Modell | TX-212 | TX-220/228 |
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DC-input
Recommended panel power (W)| 240-380 (per panel)
Panel compatibility| 60-cell or 72-cell panels
Max. number of panels| 1| 2
Panel connection| MC4
MPPT voltage range (V)| 29-48
Starting voltage (V)| 22
Operating voltage range (V)| 16-60
Max. input voltage (V)| 60
Max. input current (A)| 11.5| 2x 11.5
Max. input short-circuit current (A)| 15| 2×15
AC-output
Rated output power (VA)| 300| 600
Rated output current (A)| 1.36 at 220V
1.30 at 230V
1.25 at 240V| 2.73 at 220V
2.61 at 230V
2.50 at 240V
Rated output voltage/range (V)| 220/180-275
230/180-275
240/180-275
Rated frequency/rated frequency range (Hz)| 45-55 (under 50Hz @ 220 V & 230 V)
55-65 (under 60Hz @ 220 V & 230 V)
Power factor| >0.99 standard
0.8 leading….. 0.8 delayed
Output current harmonic distortion| ≤3%
Maximum number of devices in series| 12| 6
Efficiency, safety and protection
Peak efficiency| 96.70%
CEC weighted efficiency| 96.50%
MPPT rated efficiency| 99.80%
Nightly power consumption (mW)| <50
Mechanical data
Ambient temperature range (°C)| -40~+65
Storage temperature range (°C)| -40~+85
Dimensions (WxHxD) mm| 182x164x29.5| 250×170×28
Weight (kg)| 1.98| 3.00
Protection class| NEMA outdoor (IP67)
Cooling| Natural circulating air – no fans
AC output cable length (cm)| 98| 188
AC input cable length (cm)| 10| 8.5
Characteristics
Compliance| VDE-AR-N 4105:2018, EN50549-1:2019, VFR2019, IEC/EN 62109-1/-2,
IEC/EN 61000-3-2/-3, IEC/EN-61000-6-1/-2/-3/-4
Appendix
Determining the line reserve
The PI Photovoltaic Institute Berlin in cooperation with the German Society
for Solar Energy (DGS), the University of Applied Sciences (HTW) Berlin have
worked out in a study that it is possible to feed in up to 2.6 amps (approx.
630 W, equivalent to 2 solar modules) with plug-in solar devices in every
household with circuit breakers without any safety concerns, without having to
make any changes to the house electrics. However, there may be a deviation
from the applicable standard for line loading. We have described how to comply
with the requirements of the standard and how to test the line in this
appendix. If mini solar systems feed into the existing final circuit, the
current load on individual cable sections may exceed the designed standard
size. To prevent overloading of the cables in the household, they are
protected by a line circuit breaker (LSS). This switches off automatically as
soon as an overload occurs. As a rule, several sockets and consumers are
protected by a common line protection. Due to the additional power of the mini
solar system, the currents from the utility grid and the mini solar system can
now add up. However, the currents are not detected by the line circuit
breaker, so theoretically an overload can occur. You can use the following
formula to determine whether the existing line with your circuit breaker is
sufficiently dimensioned:
Iz indicates the current carrying capacity of the line, which should be greater than the sum of the rated current of the protective device (circuit breaker in amperes) and the generating equipment (power in amperes). Both Iz and Ig can be found in the following table for the example application below.
- Iz = In + Ig
- Iz Permissible current carrying capacity of the line
- In Rated current of the protective device (circuit breaker)
- Ig rated current of the power generation system
Load capacity of copper lines
Load capacity of copper cables and lines for fixed installation in
buildings 1.5mm2 nominal cross-section; at ambient temperature 25°C, with 2
loaded cores*.
Load capacity of copper cables and lines for fixed installation in buildings 1.5mm2 nominal cross-section; at ambient temperature 25°C, with 2 loaded cores*.
Installation method| On thermally insulated walls| In electrical installation
pipes| On walls| In the air
Current carrying capacity Iz of the conductors of the final circuit in
amperes| 16,5| 17,5| 21| 23
Maximum rated current Ig of the power generation system with 16A circuit
breaker| 0,5| 1,5| 5| 7
Maximum rated current Ig of the power generation system with 13A circuit
breaker| 3,5| 4,5| 8| 10
Photovoltaic system| one solar module| two solar modules| up to 3 × 115W| from
4 × 115W
max. current load in amperes| 1.3| 2.6| 1.3| 2.6
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The example from the table is based on two loaded copper lines with a nominal cross-section of 1.5mm2, which reflects the line in a typical German household. In the case of a larger cross-section or a different cable type, the permissible current-carrying capacity is different, so that this must be considered separately, in accordance with DIN VDE 0298-4.
- Circuit breaker
- electrical consumer
- Mini solar system 600W
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max. permissible line load is 16.5A
Determination of the line reserve
If the cable is a copper cable with a core cross-section of 3×1.5mm2, then the
cable is designed for a continuous load of 16.5A (in thermally insulated walls
at 25°C). The free capacity is the difference of the line with 16.5A, minus
the circuit breaker with 16A. The free capacity is therefore 0.5A in thermally
insulated walls. If the solar power exceeds the current of 0.5A, then the
circuit breaker should be replaced with a smaller one in order to comply with
the requirements of the DIN VDE 2948-4 standard. By exchanging the fuse for a
smaller 13A fuse, 13A can now still be drawn from the power grid, resulting in
free capacity for the power line with the difference of 3.5A. The power of the
mini solar system could therefore be up to 805W. In the example (right half of
the picture), the power of the mini solar system is 2.6A/600W, which complies
with the permissible load.
Further safety instructions
- Only connect the mini solar system to a permanently connected socket, never to a multiple socket.
- If you still have older screw fuses installed, it is mandatory to replace them from 16A to the next smaller fuse.
Support
Service phone No. for technical support: 01805 012643 (14 cent/minute from
German fixed-line and 42 cent/minute from mobile networks). Free Email:
support@technaxx.de
The support hotline is available Mon-Fri from 9am to 1pm & 2pm to 5pm
Care and maintenance
Clean the device only with a dry or slightly damp, lint-free cloth.
Do not use abrasive cleaners to clean the device.
Declaration of Conformity
The EU Declaration of Conformity can be requested at the following address: www.technaxx.de/ (in the lower bar “Declaration of Conformity”).
Disposal
Disposal of the packaging. Sort packaging materials by type upon disposal.
Dispose of cardboard and paperboard in the waste paper. Foils should be
submitted for recyclables collection.
Disposing of old equipment (Applies in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection (collection of recyclable materials) Old equipment must not be disposed of with household waste! Every consumer is required by law to dispose of old devices that can no longer be used separately from household waste, e.g. at a collection point in his or her municipality or district. This ensures that the old devices are properly recycled and that negative effects on the environment are avoided. For this reason, electrical devices are marked with the symbol shown here.
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61137 Schöneck, Germany
Solar Balcony Power Plant 300W TX-212
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References
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