Fused Disconnect Vs Outdoor Breaker

[jcelli04]

I'm going to be installing a Sol Ark 15k and need to be able to switch off the grid power within sight of the electrical meter.

Most recommendations for this seem to be a fused disconnect but an outdoor breaker seems like a simpler and more affordable option.

Is there any reason why the fused disconnect should be used over a fused disconnect? If relevant either would be rated to 200A

 

[timselectric]

No difference at all.
Just personal preference.

 

[Solar Zig]

My utility required a fused disconnect. Never got the reason.

 

[Nobodybusiness]

I'm going to be installing a Sol Ark 15k and need to be able to switch off the grid power within sight of the electrical meter.

Most recommendations for this seem to be a fused disconnect but an outdoor breaker seems like a simpler and more affordable option.

Is there any reason why the fused disconnect should be used over a fused disconnect? If relevant either would be rated to 200A

It will probably be up to your AHJ if getting inspected.
If not inspected then it’s up to your preference.

 

[740GLE]

Which one is cheaper?

I think fuses disconnects are deemed more safe by the utilities eyes.

 

[GregTR]

I have a fused disconnect by the meter. Also installed rapid shutdown by the inverter that kills PV at panel level and everything on the load side.