Durable Amphenol H4CPM4D solar panel connector featuring NEC 2008 compliance and low contact resistance for power transfer
Product Overview
The Amphenol Industrial Helios H4 Panel Connector is designed for efficient, reliable, and cost-effective power transfer in solar electric systems. It provides connectivity solutions for both thin-film and crystalline silicon solar technologies, suitable for applications involving solar inverters and combiner boxes. This connector is dual-rated for UL and TV, meeting NEC 2008 requirements without additional locking components. It offers a quick and secure snap-lock mating system with a simple unlocking tool, long-term UV and ozone resistance, and the highest current rating in the industry. The low contact resistance ensures minimal power loss, and it is available in complete cable assemblies and ready for field assembly.
Product Attributes
- Brand: Amphenol Industrial
- Product Line: Helios
- Product Type: H4 Panel Connector
- Certifications: UL and TV dual approval
- Compliance: NEC 2008 requirements, RoHS compliant
- Material: Copper, tin plated contact material; PC insulation material
- Locking Mechanism: Snap-lock, special unlock tool required to un-mate as required by NEC2008
- Cable Strain Relief: Compression gland with ratcheting gland nut
- Degree of Protection: IP68 (1 meter, 1 hour) mated
- Safety Class: II (IEC61140)
- Pollution Degree: 2 (IEC60664)
- Overvoltage Category: III (IEC60664)
- Flame Class: UL94-V0
- Ambient Temperature Range: -40C to +90C
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Rated Current | 36A (2.5mm, AWG14), 45A (4.0mm, AWG12), 52A (6.0mm, AWG10), 60A (10.0mm, AWG8) |
| Rated Voltage | 1000V (IEC/CEI), 600V (UL) |
| Test Voltage | 6kV for 1 minute, 10kV impulse (1.2/50S) (IEC) |
| Typical Contact Resistance | 0.25m |
| Contact System | Machined/cold formed contact with RADSOK insert |
| Intermateability | Fully intermateable with industry standard |
| Assembly | Quick and easy secure snap lock mating; Simple unlocking tool meets NEC requirements |
| Resistance | Long-term UV and Ozone resistance; Low contact resistance means low loss |
| Availability | Complete Cable Assemblies available; Ready for field assembly |
Accessories
| Description | Ordering Code |
|---|---|
| H4 Strip Tool | H4TS0000 |
| H4 Crimp Tool | H4TC0000 |
| Universal Unlocking Tool | H4TU0000 |
| Strip Tool for 2,5SQMM-6SQMM (AWG10-AWG14) | (Implied by context, specific code not provided) |
How to Order (Example)
Format: H4 C F M 2 D I
Key:
- H4: Product line
- C: Connector Type
- F: Gender (Female) / M: Gender (Male)
- M: Connector Type (Panel)
- 2: Cable size (2.5mm / 14AWG)
- D: Approvals (Dual - UL & TV implied)
- I: Packaging (Implied, specific code not provided for 'I')
Cable Sizes Available: 2.5mm / 14AWG, 4.0mm / 12AWG, 6.0mm / 10AWG, 10.0mm/8AWG
Packaging Options: 100pcs (bags), 500pcs (bags), 1000pcs (bags), 2000pcs (loose)
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