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What s the Hype about Solar? Rising Energy Costs Increased demand for energy Expensive infrastructure to produce power Innovation in Solar Products & Financing Solar products more sleek and efficient Creative financing options for solar installations Need for Alternative Clean Energy Sources Public opinion and Government legislation continues to drive the clean energy movement Consumers are finding more ways to save money Bright future for the solar industry Expected growth of 40-50% in 5 years Narrowing the gap of grid-parity Estimated 100,000 solar jobs to be added next year
Solar University SunPro Training Solar University started as a way to train Solar Universe Network Opened SunPro Training to the public in July of 2009 Now offering several solar courses, both online and traditional The SunPro Training Course is a 5-day, 40-hour which combines interactive instruction along with hands-on learning SunPro is Preparation and a prerequisite for the NABCEP EL Exam
SunPro Course Curriculum PV solar & electricity basics following NABCEP curriculum guidelines PV design & system interconnection Various hands on exercises Equipment presentations from industry suppliers Fall safety protection NABCEP Entry Level exam prep
Hands-On Exercises The following topics are hands-on exercises that are demonstrated in solar training: Live residential PV solar installations Ground mount, flat & small commercial roofs Connecting to inverters, junction boxes, disconnects & load centers Roof penetration & flashing
SunPro Instructors & Presenters Instructors Sean White SunPro Installation Training California C-46 Subcontractor s License NABCEP Certified: PV Installation & Sales Michael Flood Solar Universe Operations Electrician by trade Presenters Has performed hundreds of installations Miller Fall Protection Safety demonstration Suntech USA Module overview and warranties PV QuickMount Roof penetrations & flashing Eaton Inverters, BOS & Monitoring
IREC Accreditation for EL NABCEP SunPro Training is one of the few IREC accredited training programs Obtain your NABCEP Certification SunPro 40-hour Training Course is prerequisite NABCEP EL Exam is administered at the Solar University Training facility For more information about the NABCEP EL Exam, please visit the following website: www.nabcep.org/entry-level-program-2
SunPro Training Course Prerequisites General understanding of construction, specifically the electrical trades Familiarity using both hand & power Tools Ability to lift 40-pound solar modules & unafraid of heights Desire to learn new skills, and ability to apply them to your current experience
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Electrical BOS & Turnkey Service Solutions for PV Systems a Products DC switching and protection Solar inverters AC switching and protection b Services Design Build Support Value add c Types of Installations Residential Customized packaging Metering and monitoring Commercial Utility
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Eaton s Residential Product Solutions Overview DC switching and protection Solar inverters AC switching and protection DC combiner boxes Solar-ready meter breaker Solar inverters 3.8kW 7kW DC disconnect switches AC disconnect switches Monitoring and Communications Solar-ready loadcenters DC switched combiner Eaton s solutions for protecting and switching DC current are designed and tested to meet UL 1741 requirements for solar electrical balance of system equipment. DC AFCI (Available Q1 2012) Eaton s solar inverters use the same robust, reliable technology we put in our uninterrupted power systems (UPS). Solar inverters are designed and tested to meet UL 1741 standards. Eaton s AC switching and protection solutions are designed to meet 2008 NEC Article 690.64(B)(2) sizing requirements for solar photovoltaic systems. 15
DC switching and protection DC Combiner Boxes Features Combines input photovoltaic strings forming a single output. Eaton s solutions for protecting and switching DC current are designed and tested to meet UL 1741 requirements for solar electrical balance of system equipment. NEMA 3R, 4 available 6 24 input circuits available Robust case design Well-marked interiors for ease of wiring Generous spacing for easy installation 16
DC switching and protection DC Disconnect Switches Eaton s solutions for protecting and switching DC current are designed and tested to meet UL 1741 requirements for solar electrical balance of system equipment. Features Isolates photovoltaic source UL 98 listed for 600vDC PV applications 30 600 amp NEMA 3R, 12, 4X Fusible (Class R) and Non-Fusible Factory installed jumpers, neutral and labels Clear Dead-Front shield for protection against accidental contact with live parts 17
DC switching and protection DC Switched Combiner Eaton s solutions for protecting and switching DC current are designed and tested to meet UL 1741 requirements for solar electrical balance of system equipment. Features Integrated source-circuit combiner and disconnect switch 600 Vdc rated NEMA 3R, 4, 4X 304 SS, 316 SS, or nonmetallic 30A 400A K Switch disconnect (fusible or non-fusible) 3 48 input/source circuits Isolated block for grounded conductors 18
Solar Inverters Model PV240 PV250 PV260 PV270 Nom Power Output 3800W 4000W 5000W 6000W 7000W Key Features / Differentiators: Maximum Energy Harvest CEC efficiency at 97% Broad voltage operating range (105-500 Vdc) for superior performance in low light and high temp environments Transformerless design Saves Installation Time and Cost Integrated PV system AC / DC disconnect switch (4) branch circuit-rated Neg and Pos fused inputs Integrated NEC compliant wire raceway Versatility in Installation Field selectable voltage out: 208/240/277 Vac LCD display with side pushbutton for nighttime monitoring NEMA 3R enclosure Eaton Value Proposition Complete balance of system provider Eaton Brand, Reputation, and Support Recognition Installation Certification via ECCN Network 17.1 x 33.3 x 8.3 in 19
Solar Inverters 17.1 in Design Overview Main Housing Power Electronics Heat Sink Cooling Fan LCD Display Night Backlight Button 33.4 in Wiring Box DC Combiner AC/DC Disconnect Super RS-485 card Wire Raceway LED Indicators Handling Area 8.4 in 20
Solar Inverters Saves Installation Time and Cost Non-integrated PV Modules Combiner Inverter 1 Inverter 2 Wire raceway Metering / Load Center Integrated PV Modules DC disconnect AC disconnect Metering / Load Center DC1 AC1 DC2 AC2 21
AC switching and protection AC Disconnect Switches Features Isolates utility feed Eaton s AC switching and protection solutions are designed to meet 2008 NEC Article 690.64(B)(2) sizing requirements for solar photovoltaic systems. Heavy Duty or General Duty switches for all types of installations UL 98 Listed 30 1200 amp Variety of enclosures for virtually all environments 22
AC switching and protection Solar-ready Meter Breakers Eaton s AC switching and protection solutions are designed to meet 2008 NEC Article 690.64(B)(2) sizing requirements for solar photovoltaic systems. Features Maximizes the output potential of the photovoltaic source Complies with 2008 NEC Article 690.64 (B)(2) sizing requirements for the bus 200A, 225A, and 400A designs available Includes a provision for adding a Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle charging receptacle Features split neutral and raised interior to facilitate easy wiring 23
AC switching and protection Solar-ready Loadcenters Eaton s AC switching and protection solutions are designed to meet 2008 NEC Article 690.64(B)(2) sizing requirements for solar photovoltaic systems. Features Bus sized for photovoltaic installations Available in 100A and 200A designs Meets 2008 NEC Article 690.64 (B)(2) requirements Utilizes Eaton s Plug-on Neutral designs for installation time savings up to 25% per Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter Backed by a Lifetime Warranty 24
How to Register for Solar Training Special Course Price for ECCN Members: $1,355. Price Includes: 40-hour SunPro Training Course Instruction Manual for Reference Daily Breakfast & Lunch EL NABCEP Prep Session & Exam Administration Next Training Course in Livermore, CA (SF Bay Area): Monday, Nov 14 th Friday, Nov 18 th Monday, Dec 5 th Friday, Dec 9 th Simply Go To: www.sunprotraining.com/eaton.asp
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