1 1l243 New Member Joined Jan 25, 2021 Messages 9 Jan 26, 2021 #1 Newb question... What's the difference between Photovoltaic Wire and copper stranded awg?
snoobler Solar Honey Badger Joined Jul 10, 2020 Messages 8,390 Location HBR, AZ Jan 26, 2021 #2 PV wire is usually 10 or 12 awg and UV resistant. May have MC4 connectors installed.
Dzl Unofficial Forum Librarian & Perpetual Newbie Staff member Moderator Joined Dec 10, 2019 Messages 5,110 Location West of the rockies Jan 26, 2021 #3 Yeah, main thing I'm aware of is its UV resistant which is important if it'll be used exposed to the sun and elements
Yeah, main thing I'm aware of is its UV resistant which is important if it'll be used exposed to the sun and elements
HRTKD Boondocker Staff member Moderator Joined Apr 24, 2020 Messages 9,948 Location Somewhere South of Denver Jan 27, 2021 #4 Look for the UL 4703 rating on the PV cable.
Dzl Unofficial Forum Librarian & Perpetual Newbie Staff member Moderator Joined Dec 10, 2019 Messages 5,110 Location West of the rockies Jan 27, 2021 #5