Module-Level Rapid Shutdown Device BFS-11 UL Listed NEC2017 690.12

BFS-11 is a UL1741 listed module level rapid shutdown device for solar building fire safety, inherently compliant with NEC 2014, NEC2017 690.12 requirements.

That is the RSD solution we are offering can work with all solar modules and inverters.

Highlights :

How to satisfy the NEC2017 690.12 about rapid shutdown?

The 2017 National Electric Code (NEC) requires the solar PV installations on or in buildings to have a module level rapid shutdown function in case of emergency.

 

And the initiation device(s) shall initiate the rapid shutdown function of the PV system.

 

The device “off” position shall indicate that the rapid shutdown function has been initiated for all PV systems connected to that device. An initiation device(s) shall be located at a readily accessible location outside the building.

 

The solar installers and owners need a reliable and durable RSD solution can keep function during the whole PV panels’ decades lifetime, a simply RSD solution with emergency button switch as one of the initiation devices.

Application

BFS-11 is a UL1741 listed module level rapid shutdown device for solar building fire safety, inherently compliant with NEC 2014, NEC2017 690.12 requirements.

 

The emergency button switch is required to initiate the rapid shutdown function, after the button switch connected with BFS-11 devices by signal cables.

 

This communication type is the most reliable one, ensure the PV system has RSD function in decades and the panel can be switched off to a safe voltage level in case of emergency at the lowest power consumption.

 

A RSD solution good for existing solar rooftop or new installations.

How the solution works?

Each BFS-11 device operates multiple solar modules total voltage up to 120V, the modules in series go to inverter sting as usual.


The only difference is the communication signaling cables connect the BFS-11 in series and go to the button switch complete the RSD solution.

SPECIFICATION

Max operating Voltage Voc(V dc): 120V input
*In BFS-11 Installations need to meet NEC 2017. each panel must be<40V
Max operating current (A dc): 12A
Max. output power(W): 1200(600W per panel)
UL 50 E Enclosure Type Rating(s): 4X
Range of operating voltage (V dc): 10-120V
Max. array short circuit current (A dc): 12A
Max. output Operating voltage (V dc): 120V
Rated Max. output current (A dc): 12A
Communication Type: 2x1mm² Signal cables + connectors
Signal Cable Length: 1800mm
Maximum Air Ambient (°C): 55℃
Storage/shipping Temperature range: -30°C to- +55°C
Operating Ambient Temperature range: -30°C to- +55°C
Rapid Shutdown UL Listed: Ul1741;UL991
PV Panel Cable Length: 180mm
PV Connectors: Staubli MC4 (Standard)
Jinko connector for option
Weight with cables: 890g
Warranty: BFS-11:25Years BFS-ESWXX(-K):5Years

 

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