This edition of iec 61730 also becomes the basis for the international harmonization committee ihc to harmonize with current us national requirements. Part 1 of iec 61730 addresses the minimum requirements for module design while. Test report iec 617301 pv module safety qualification. Latest amendment of iec 61730 and its impact on backsheet. Iec 617301 testing lays down iec requirements of terrestrial photovoltaic modules suitable for longterm operation in openair climates. This consolidated version of iec 607301 is based on the third edition 1999 documents. Summarized timeline of the development stages of iec 617301 and iec 617302 it is important to note that pv module components cant be assessed in isolation from the rest of a pv module. Valid in conjunction with tuv rheinland certificate pv 50321845 page 1. International safety standards for photovoltaic modules. Under nominal operating cell temperature noct, irradiance of 800 wm 2 2, spectrum am 1. Restricted access, hazardous voltage, hazardous power applications modules rated for use in this application class. Iec system of conformity assessment schemes for electrotechnical equipment and components iecee. It should not be used as a guideline to certify new product submittals.
International standard iec 607301 has been prepared by iec technical committee 72. Iec ul 61730 the new harmonized standard for safety. They may be used in pv plants at a maximum system voltage voc at stc of up to 1500 vdc the above listed pv modules fulfil the requirements of fire rating class c. In order to promote public education and public safety, equal justice for all, a better informed citizenry, the rule of law, world trade and world peace, this legal document is hereby made available on a noncommercial basis, as it is the right of all humans to. In our lab in germany 30 % of the modules tested to the new standard show some form of chalking. The application for obtaining a cb test certificate includes more than one factory location and a declaration from the manufacturer stating that the samples submitted for evaluation is are. Iec 61730 1 pertains to the particular requirements of construction.
Requirements for photovoltaic modules tested under fire. Any changes in a modules bill of material bom requires a further technical assessment to assess any potential impacts associated with the change. Specific topics are provided to assess the prevention of electrical shock, fire hazards, and personal injury due to mechanical and environmental stresses. The international standards for photovoltaic pv module safety qualification, iec 61730 series 617301 and 617302, were recently updated to reflect changes in pv module technologies. Pvmodul sicherheitszertifizierung entsprechend iec 61730. It can only be used together with iec 61730 1 test report. How to achieve the revised iec 61215 and iec 61730. The updates invest heavily in the understanding of 1,500v dc components and the materials used in the construction of pv. S280721 anodized aluminum frame s290721 weather resistant junction box s300721 high efficiency crystalline sillicon solar cell builtin bypass diodes in junction box standard iec 61215, iec 61730, tis 18432553 iso 9001. This standard is intended to apply to all terrestrial flat plate module materials such as crystalline silicon.
Iec 61646 thinfilm terrestrial photovoltaic pv modules design qualification and type approval. This standard is intended to apply to all terrestrial flat plate module materials such as crystalline silicon module types as well as thinfilm modules. This part of iec 61730 describes the fundamental construction requirements for photovoltaic pv modules in order to provide safe electrical and mechanical operation during their expected lifetime. This part of iec 61730 specifies and describes the fundamental construction requirements for photovoltaic pv modules in order to provide safe electrical and mechanical operation. Published in 2016, the new second edition relies on the important and fundamental concepts from iec horizontal standards, in particular, the iec 60664 series. Part 1 of the en iec 61730 defines the mandatory design characteristics of the modules such as minimum distances of conductive parts from the module edges, wall thickness of the junction boxes, etc. Addresses the prevention of electrical shock, fire hazards, and personal injury due to mechanical and environmental stresses. At the end of 2017, the us adopted the twopart iec safety standard and published ul 61730 1 and ul 61730 2 that included all construction and testing. This part of iec 61730 outlines the requirements of testing. Iec shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights. This part of iec 61730 specifies and describes the fundamental construction requirements for photovoltaic pv modules in order to.
Photovoltaic pv modules name and address of the applicant. This test report form is intended for the investigation of pv modules in accordance with. Photovoltaic module qualification plus testing sarah kurtz, john wohlgemuth, michael kempe, nick bosco, peter hacke, dirk jordan. Under standard test conditions stc of irradiance of wm, spectrumam, 1. The above listed pv modules fulfil the requirements of application class a class il acc. Nefi06fi21 safety measures installers are responsible for the safe and effective installation and operation of the system and for adhering to all applicable local and national. Iec 61646 and iec 61215 have merged to standardize all flat technologies. This standard attempts to define the basic requirements for various application classes of photovoltaic modules, but it cannot be considered to. Pv module safety qualification according to iec 61730. While iec 617301 outlines the requirements of construction, this part of the standard lists the tests a pv module is required to fulfill for safety qualification. We also offer two different types of subscriptions. Definition eines qualitatszertifikats fur photovoltaikmodule lubw.
The equipment may use electricity, gas, oil, solid fuel, solar thermal energy, etc. Ul 617301 photovoltaic pv module safety qualification part 1. Performance at low irradiance outstanding performance at low irradiance, with an average. Advances in materials, increasing system voltages and innovative designs are addressed with new and updated construction and testing requirements. If this test report form is used by noniecee members, the iecee iec logo and the reference to the cb scheme procedure shall be removed. This module is certified to iec 61730 1 and iec 61730 2 for application class a and is rated for use in systems operating at voltages greater than 50 vdc or 240 w, where general contact access is expected. Testing conditions have changed to ensure safety of the product. Minimum electrical requirements in design to meet higher voltage. This document sets forth a uniform approach to maintain the safety certification of products that have, or will, undergo modification from the articles originally certified. Our breadth, established objectivity and proven history mean we are a symbol of trust, enabling us to help provide peace of mind to all.
As with the type approval certification according to en iec 61215 resp. Iec 61730 1 requirements for construction, and iec 61730 2 requirements for testing. The international standards for photovoltaic pv module safety qualification, iec 61730 series 617301 and 617302, were recently updated to reflect changes. This report is not valid as a cb test report unless signed by an approved cb testing laboratory. Iso and the international electrotechnical commission iec. The test sequence and pass criteria are designed to detect the potential breakdown of internal and external components of pv modules that would result in fire, electric shock, andor personal injury. Ul is a global independent safety science company offering expertise across three strategic businesses. Ul certification customers have free access to ul standards, not including ul iec based standards.
Visit our website and learn more about iec 61730 1. And for class a applications this module meets requirements of safety class ii as defined by iec 61140. Ul 617301 photovoltaic pv module safety qualification. Iec 61730 is focused on photovoltaic pv module safety qualification in two parts. In order to promote public education and public safety, equal justice for all, a better informed citizenry, the rule of law, world trade and world peace, this legal document is hereby made available on a noncommercial basis, as it is the right of all humans to know and speak the laws that govern them. The new harmonized standard included the updates in iec 61730, published august 2016, as the basis for harmonization with ul 1703 and resulted in ul 61730 1 and ul 61730 2. Requirements for photovoltaic modules tested under fire conditions according to iec 61730 2 iec 61730 describes both the requirements for materials and components, such as e. Iec en 61730 consists of part 1 requirements for construction and part 2 requirements for testing. It can only be used together with isiec 617302 test.
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