What types of electrical plans are included in a PV system?

Electrical Plans, including single-line electrical diagrams showing utility interconnection and all devices comprising the PV system, including, but not limited to: PV arrays, combiner boxes, circuit breakers, disconnect switches, inverters, meters, timers, control devices, and other equipment comprising the complete system.

How can PV module potential-induced degradation (PID) be prevented or reversible?

PV Module Potential-Induced Degradation (PID) must be prevented or reversible through proper choice of inverter that are designed with PID prevention features. This section covers safety and reliability issues that are not yet considered to be covered adequately by current codes and standards.

What materials are required to install a PV system?

All PV hardware and rack components shall be of corrosion-resistant material, such as stainless steel, aluminum, or hot-dipped galvanized steel. Major electrical components, including the inverter, isolation transformer, and metering, shall be installed in code-compliant enclosures.

What documents do you need to build a PV system?

Upon completion of construction, the Contractor shall submit final design documents, including, at a minimum, drawings that are updated to reflect all changes, with details of PV system structural support, any roof penetrations, electrical single-line diagrams, and complete product literature for review by the Government.