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Home My WebLink About2605 N Westwood Ave - PlanBldg permit #101111560 Elect permit #20177044 Permits issued on 8/15/22 2605 N Westwood Ave08/16/22 Expedited Permit Process for PV Systems - Micro-Inverter1 Expedited Permit Process for PV Systems Micro-Inverter The Solar America Board for Codes and Standards (Solar ABCs) Expedited Permit Pro- cess provides a means to differentiate systems that can be permitted quickly and easily due to their similarity with the majority of small-scale PV systems. Those systems with unique characteristics may be handled with small additions to this Expedited Permit Process or may require much more information, depending on the uniqueness of the installation. The following pages contain forms for the Micro-Inverter to use with the Expedited Per- mit Process. The Standard String, AC Module, and Supply-Side Connection forms are also available as interactive PDF files at www.solarabcs.org/permitting. In jurisdic- tions that have adopted the Expedited Permit Process for PV Systems, these forms can be filled out electronically and submitted in either printed form and via email. An elec- tronic format is used so that the supplied information is standardized and legible for the local jurisdiction. 2605 N Westwood Ave08/16/22 Expedited Permit Process for PV Systems — Micro-Inverter2 Expedited Permit Process for Small-Scale PV Systems Micro-Inverter The information in this guideline is intended to help local jurisdictions and contractors identify when PV system installations are simple, needing only a basic review, and when an installation is more complex. It is likely that 50%-75% of all residential systems will comply with these simple criteria. For projects that fail to meet the simple criteria, resolution steps have been suggested to provide as a path to permit approval. Required Information for Permit: 1. Site plan showing location of major components on the property. This drawing need not be exactly to scale, but it should represent relative location of components at site (see supplied example site plan). PV arrays on dwellings with a 3’ perimeter space at ridge and sides may not need separate ﬁre service review. 2. Electrical diagram showing PV array conﬁguration, wiring system, overcurrent protection, inverter, disconnects, required signs, and ac connection to building (see supplied standard electrical diagram). 3. Speciﬁcation sheets and installation manuals (if available) for all manufactured components including, but not limited to, PV modules, inverter(s), combiner box, disconnects, and mounting system. Step 1: Structural Review of PV Array Mounting System Is the array to be mounted on a deﬁned, permitted roof structure? l Yes l No If No due to non-compliant roof or a ground mount, submit completed worksheet for the structure WKS1. Roof Information: 1. Is the rooﬁng type lightweight (Yes = composition, lightweight masonry, metal, etc…)__________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ If No, submit completed worksheet for roof structure WKS1 (No = heavy masonry, slate, etc…). 2. Does the roof have a single roof covering? l Yes l No If No, submit completed worksheet for roof structure WKS1. 3. Provide method and type of weatherprooﬁng roof penetrations (e.g. ﬂashing, caulk).____________________________ Mounting System Information: 1. Is the mounting structure an engineered product designed to mount PV modules with no more than an 18” gap beneath the module frames? l Yes l No If No, provide details of structural attachment certiﬁed by a design professional. 2. For manufactured mounting systems, ﬁll out information on the mounting system below: a. Mounting System Manufacturer ___________Product Name and Model#________________________________ b. Total Weight of PV Modules and Rails ___________lbs c. Total Number of Attachment Points____________ d. Weight per Attachment Point (b÷c)_________________lbs (if greater than 45 lbs, see WKS1) e. Maximum Spacing Between Attachment Points on a Rail ______________inches (see product manual for maximum spacing allowed based on maximum design wind speed) f. Total Surface Area of PV Modules (square feet)_________________ ft 2 g. Distributed Weight of PV Module on Roof (b÷f)_______________ lbs/ft2 If distributed weight of the PV system is greater than 5 lbs/ft2, see WKS1. Step 2: Electrical Review of PV System (Calculations for Electrical Diagram) In order for a PV system to be considered for an expedited permit process, the following must apply: 1. PV modules, utility-interactive inverters, and combiner boxes are identiﬁed for use in PV systems. 2. The PV array is composed of 4 series strings or less per inverter. 3. The total inverter capacity has a continuous ac power output 13,440 Watts or less 4. The ac interconnection point is on the load side of service disconnecting means (690.64(B)). 5. One of the standard electrical diagrams (E1.1, E1.1a, E1.1b, or E1.1c) can be used to accurately represent the PV system. Interactive PDF diagrams are available at www.solarabcs.org/permitting. Fill out the standard electrical diagram completely. A guide to the electrical diagram is provided to help the applicant understand each blank to ﬁll in. If the electrical system is more complex than the standard electrical diagram can effectively communicate, provide an alternative diagram with appropriate detail. 2605 N Westwood Ave08/16/22 Ex p e d i t e d P e r m i t P r o c e s s f o r P V S y s t e m s 3 Micro-Inverter Site Plan                                                       Smart Solar Design Carolyn Snyder 2605 N. Westwood Ave 5.51 2605 N Westwood Ave08/16/22 Ex p e d i t e d P e r m i t P r o c e s s f o r P V S y s t e m s 4 Micro-Inverter Electrical Diagram Contractor Name, Address and Phone: One-Line Standard Electrical Diagram for Micro-Inverter PV Systems Site Name: Site Address: System AC Size: SIZE FSCM NO DWG NO REV E1.1a SCALE NTS Date: SHEET Drawn By: Checked By: DESCRIPTION OR CONDUCTOR TYPE USE-2 or PV WIRE GEC EGC X ALL THAT APPLY EXTERIOR CABLE LISTED W/ INV. THWN-2 or XHHW-2 or RHW-2 GEC EGC X ALL THAT APPLY NO DC GEC IF 690.35 SYSTEM THWN-2 or XHHW-2 or RHW-2 GEC EGC X ALL THAT APPLY TAG 1 2 3 4 5 CONDUIT AND CONDUCTOR SCHEDULE COND. GAUGE MFG MFG NUMBER OF CONDUCTORS MFG Cable MFG Cable CONDUIT TYPE N/A N/A N/A SAME SAME CONDUIT SIZE N/A N/A N/A SAME SAME DESCRIPTION PV DC or AC MODULE DC/AC INVERTER (MICRO) J-BOX (IF USED) PV ARRAY AC COMB. PANEL (IF USED) GEN METER (IF USED) AC DISCONNECT (IF USED) SERVICE PANEL TAG 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 PART NUMBER NOTES FOR UNUSED MODULES PUT "N/A in BLANK ABOVE 1 1 3 2 3 EQUIPMENT SCHEDULE 2 _____ MICRO-INVERTERS IN BRANCH- CIRCUIT MOD ____ DC AC MOD ____ DC AC MOD ____ DC AC MOD ____ DC AC MOD ____ DC AC MOD ____ DC AC J-BOX 4 AC DISCO M BUILDING GROUNDING ELECTRODE G M UTILITY SERVICE MAIN SERVICE PANEL MAIN OCPD INVERTER OCPD 6 7 8 5 4 5 G SEE GUIDE APPENDIX D FOR INFORMATION ON MODULE AND ARRAY GROUNDING AC COMBINER PANEL G ____ MICRO-INVERTERS IN BRANCH- CIRCUIT Enphase Q Cable ` 9 Smart Solar Design Carolyn Snyder 5.51 2605 N. Westwood Ave 2605 N Westwood Ave08/16/22 Ex p e d i t e d P e r m i t P r o c e s s f o r P V S y s t e m s 5 Contractor Name, Address and Phone: Notes for One-Line Standard Electrical Diagram for Single-Phase PV Systems Site Name: Site Address: System AC Size: SIZE FSCM NO DWG NO REV E1.2a SCALE NTS Date: SHEET Drawn By: Checked By: MAX POWER-POINT CURRENT (IMP) MAX POWER-POINT VOLTAGE (VMP) OPEN-CIRCUIT VOLTAGE (VOC) SHORT-CIRCUIT CURRENT (ISC) MAX SERIES FUSE (OCPD) MAXIMUM POWER (PMAX) MAX VOLTAGE (TYP 600VDC) VOC TEMP COEFF (mV/oC or %/oC ) IF COEFF SUPPLIED, CIRCLE UNITS MODULE MAKE MODULE MODEL PV MODULE RATINGS @ STC (Guide Section 5) MAX DC VOLT RATING MAX POWER @ 40oC NOMINAL AC VOLTAGE MAX AC CURRENT MAX OCPD RATING INVERTER MAKE INVERTER MODEL INVERTER RATINGS (Guide Section 4) 1) IF UTILITY REQUIRES A VISIBLE-BREAK SWITCH, DOES THIS SWITCH MEET THE REQUIREMENT? YES NO N/A 2) IF GENERATION METER REQUIRED, DOES THIS METER SOCKET MEET THE REQUIREMENT? YES NO N/A 3) SIZE PHOTOVOLTAIC POWER SOURCE (DC) CONDUCTORS BASED ON MAX CURRENT ON NEC 690.53 SIGN OR OCPD RATING AT DISCONNECT 4) SIZE INVERTER OUTPUT CIRCUIT (AC) CONDUCTORS ACCORDING TO INVERTER OCPD AMPERE RATING. (See Guide Section 9) 5) TOTAL OF ______ INVERTER OUTPUT CIRCUIT OCPD(s), ONE FOR EACH MICRO- INVERTER CIRCUIT. DOES TOTAL SUPPLY BREAKERS COMPLY WITH 120% BUSBAR EXCEPTION IN 690.64(B)(2)(a)? YES NO NOTES FOR INVERTER CIRCUITS (Guide Section 8 and 9): 1.) LOWEST EXPECT AMBIENT TEMPERATURE BASED ON ASHRAE MINIMUM MEAN EXTREME DRY BULB TEMPERATURE FOR ASHRAE LOCATION MOST SIMILAR TO INSTALLATION LOCATION. LOWEST EXPECTED AMBIENT TEMP ____oC 2.) HIGHEST CONTINUOUS AMBIENT TEMPERATURE BASED ON ASHRAE HIGHEST MONTH 2% DRY BULB TEMPERATURE FOR ASHRAE LOCATION MOST SIMILAR TO INSTALLATION LOCATION. HIGHEST CONTINUOUS TEMPERATURE ____oC 2.) 2009 ASHRAE FUNDAMENTALS 2% DESIGN TEMPERATURES DO NOT EXCEED 47oC IN THE UNITED STATES (PALM SPRINGS, CA IS 44.1 oC). FOR LESS THAN 9 CURRENT-CARRYING CONDUCTORS IN ROOF-MOUNTED SUNLIT CONDUIT AT LEAST 0.5" ABOVE ROOF AND USING THE OUTDOOR DESIGN TEMPERATURE OF 47oC OR LESS (ALL OF UNITED STATES), a) 12 AWG, 90 oC CONDUCTORS ARE GENERALLY ACCEPTABLE FOR MODULES WITH Isc OF 7.68 AMPS OR LESS WHEN PROTECTED BY A 12-AMP OR SMALLER FUSE. b) 10 AWG, 90oC CONDUCTORS ARE GENERALLY ACCEPTABLE FOR MODULES WITH Isc OF 9.6 AMPS OR LESS WHEN PROTECTED BY A 15-AMP OR SMALLER FUSE. NOTES FOR ARRAY CIRCUIT WIRING (Guide Section 6 and 8 and Appendix E): OCPD = OVERCURRENT PROTECTION DEVICE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE®REFERENCES SHOWN AS (NEC XXX.XX) NOTES FOR ALL DRAWINGS: SIGNSSEE GUIDE SECTION 7 SIGN FOR DC DISCONNECT SIGN FOR INVERTER OCPD AND AC DISCONNECT (IF USED) No sign necessary since 690.51 marking on PV module covers needed information AC OUTPUT CURRENT NOMINAL AC VOLTAGE SOLAR PV SYSTEM AC POINT OF CONNECTION THIS PANEL FED BY MULTIPLE SOURCES (UTILITY AND SOLAR) Notes for Micro-Inverter Electrical Diagram Smart Solar Design Carolyn Snyder 2605 N. Westwood Ave 5.51 2605 N Westwood Ave08/16/22 BREAKING THE 21 % EFFICIENCY BARRIER Q.ANTUM DUO Z Technology with zero gap cell layout boosts module efficiency up to 21.6 %. LOW ELECTRICITY GENERATION COSTS Higher yield per surface area, lower BOS costs and up to 80 watts more module power than standard 144 half-cell modules. 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THE IDEAL SOLUTION FOR: Ground-mounted solar power plants Q.PEAK DUO XL-G10.c 475-495 ENDURING HIGH PERFORMANCE 2605 N Westwood Ave08/16/22 α [% / K]+0.04 β [% / K] −0.27 γ [% / K]−0.34 NMOT [°F] 109 ± 5.4 (43 ± 3 °C) Hanwha Q CELLS America Inc. 400 Spectrum Center Drive, Suite 1400, Irvine, CA 92618, USA | TEL +1 949 748 59 96 | EMAIL inquiry@us.q-cells.com | WEB www.q-cells.us [V]1500 (IEC) / 1500 (UL) Class II [A DC]20 TYPE 1 [lbs/ft2] 75 (3600 Pa) / 42 (2000 Pa)−40 °F up to +185 °F (−40 °C up to +85 °C)[lbs/ft2] 113 (5400 Pa) / 63 (3000 Pa) 3 See Installation Manual 475 480 485 490 495 [W]475 480 485 490 495 [A]11.24 11.26 11.29 11.31 11.34 [V]53.58 53.61 53.64 53.68 53.71 [A]10.66 10.71 10.76 10.81 10.86 [V]44.54 44.81 45.07 45.33 45.59 [%]≥ 20.5 ≥ 20.7 ≥ 20.9 ≥ 21.2 ≥ 21.4 [W]356.4 360.1 363.9 367.6 371.4 [A]9.05 9.07 9.09 9.12 9.14 [V]50.53 50.56 50.59 50.62 50.65 [A]8.39 8.43 8.47 8.52 8.56 [V]42.49 42.72 42.94 43.17 43.39 Certified UL 61730 MECHANICAL SPECIFICATION Format 87.2 in × 41.1 in × 1.38 in (including frame) (2216 mm × 1045 mm × 35 mm) Weight 58.4 lbs (26.5 kg) Front Cover 0.13 in (3.2 mm) thermally pre-stressed glass with anti-reflection technology Back Cover Composite film Frame Anodized aluminum Cell 6 × 26 monocrystalline Q.ANTUM solar half cells Junction Box 2.09-3.98 in × 1.26-2.36 in × 0.59-0.71 in (53-101 mm × 32-60 mm × 15-18 mm), IP67, with bypass diodes Cable 4 mm² Solar cable; (+) ≥ 27.6 in (700 mm), (−) ≥ 13.8 in (350 mm)* Connector Stäubli MC4-Evo2, Hanwha Q CELLS HQC4; IP68 *Long cables (+) ≥ 57.1 in (1450 mm), (−) ≥ 57.1 in (1450 mm) for landscape installation are available upon request. 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P E A K D U O X L - G 1 0 . c _ 4 7 5 - 4 9 5 _ 2 0 2 1 - 0 3 _ R e v 0 1 _ N A ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS POWER CLASS MINIMUM PERFORMANCE AT STANDARD TEST CONDITIONS, STC1 (POWER TOLERANCE +5 W / −0 W) Mi n i m u m Power at MPP1 PMPP Short Circuit Current1 ISC Open Circuit Voltage1 VOC Current at MPP IMPP Voltage at MPP VMPP Efficiency1 η MINIMUM PERFORMANCE AT NORMAL OPERATING CONDITIONS, NMOT2 Mi n i m u m Power at MPP PMPP Short Circuit Current ISC Open Circuit Voltage VOC Current at MPP IMPP Voltage at MPP VMPP 1Measurement tolerances PMPP ± 3 %; ISC; VOC ± 5 % at STC: 1000 W/m2, 25 ± 2 °C, AM 1.5 according to IEC 60904-3 2 800 W/m², NMOT, spectrum AM 1.5 Q CELLS PERFORMANCE WARRANTY PERFORMANCE AT LOW IRRADIANCE At least 98 % of nominal power during first year. Thereafter max. 0.5 % degradation per year. At least 93.5 % of nominal power up to 10 years. At least 86 % of nominal power up to 25 years. All data within measurement toleranc- es. Full warranties in accordance with the warranty terms of the Q CELLS sales organisation of your respective country. Typical module performance under low irradiance conditions in comparison to STC conditions (25 °C, 1000 W/m²) TEMPERATURE COEFFICIENTS Temperature Coefficient of ISC Temperature Coefficient of VOC Temperature Coefficient of PMPP Nominal Module Operating Temperature PROPERTIES FOR SYSTEM DESIGN Maximum System Voltage VSYS PV module classification Maximum Series Fuse Rating Fire Rating based on ANSI / UL 61730 Max. Design Load, Push / Pull3 Permitted Module Temperature on Continuous DutyMax. Test Load, Push / Pull3 41.1" (1045 mm) 51.5" (1308 mm) 87.2" (2216 mm) 1.38" (35 mm) 4 × Mounting slots (DETAIL A) 8 × Drainage holes 0.12 × 0.24" (3 × 6 mm) Frame 39.5" (1003 mm) 17.9" (454 mm) Label 4 × Grounding holes, Ø 0.18" (4.5 mm)4 × Drainage holes ≥13.8" (350 mm) ≥27.6" (700 mm) 15.7" (400 mm) 4 × Mounting slots system Tracker (DETAIL B) DETAIL A 0.63" (16 mm) 0.33" (8.5 mm)0.83" (21 mm) DETAIL B 0.39" (10 mm) 0.28" (7 mm)0.87" (22 mm) 39.4" (1001 mm) 31.1" (790 mm) RE L A T I V E E F F I C I E N C Y CO M P A R E D T O N O M I N A L P O W E R [ % ] YEARS Q CELLS Industry standard for linear warranties* *Standard terms of guarantee for the 10 PV companies with the highest production capacity in 2014 (as at: September 2014) 100 95 90 85 80 15 5 25200 10 98 86 200 400 600 800 1000 110 100 90 80 RE L A T I V E E F F I C I E N C Y [ % ] IRRADIANCE [W/m²] QUALIFICATIONS AND CERTIFICATES UL 61730, CE-compliant, IEC 61215:2016, IEC 61730:2016, U.S. Patent No. 9,893,215 (solar cells); Certification in process. Drawing not to scale 2605 N Westwood Ave08/16/22 IQ8M and IQ8A Microinverters Our newest IQ8 Microinverters are the industry’s ﬁrst microgrid-forming, software- deﬁned microinverters with split-phase power conversion capability to convert DC power to AC power efficiently. The brain of the semiconductor-based microinverter is our proprietary application-speciﬁc integrated circuit (ASIC) which enables the microinverter to operate in grid-tied or oﬀ-grid modes. This chip is built in advanced 55nm technology with high speed digital logic and has super-fast response times to changing loads and grid events, alleviating constraints on battery sizing for home energy systems. Part of the Enphase Energy System, IQ8 Series Microinverters integrate with the Enphase IQ Battery, Enphase IQ Gateway, and the Enphase App monitoring and analysis software. IQ8 Series Microinverters redeﬁne reliability standards with more than one million cumulative hours of power-on testing, enabling an industry-leading limited warranty of up to 25 years. Connect PV modules quickly and easily to IQ8 Series Microinverters using the included Q-DCC-2 adapter cable with plug-n-play MC4 connectors. IQ8 Series Microinverters are UL Listed as PV Rapid Shut Down Equipment and conform with various regulations, when installed according to manufacturer’s instructions. Easy to install • Lightweight and compact with plug-n-play connectors • Power Line Communication (PLC) between components • Faster installation with simple two-wire cabling High productivity and reliability • Produce power even when the grid is down* • More than one million cumulative hours of testing • Class II double-insulated enclosure • Optimized for the latest high- powered PV modules Microgrid-forming • Complies with the latest advanced grid support** • Remote automatic updates for the latest grid requirements • Conﬁgurable to support a wide range of grid proﬁles • Meets CA Rule 21 (UL 1741-SA) requirements © 2022 Enphase Energy. All rights reserved. Enphase, the Enphase logo, IQ8 Microinverters, and other names are trademarks of Enphase Energy, Inc. Data subject to change. IQ8MA-DS-0003-01-EN-US-2022-03-17 * Only when installed with IQ System Controller 2, meets UL 1741. ** IQ8M and IQ8A supports split phase, 240V installations only. DATA SHEET 2605 N Westwood Ave08/16/22 (1) No enforced DC/AC ratio. See the compatibility calculator at https://link.enphase.com/module-compatibility (2) Maximum continuous input DC current is 10.6A (3) Nominal voltage range can be extended beyond nominal if required by the utility. (4) Limits may vary. Refer to local requirements to deﬁne the number of microinverters per branch in your area. IQ8M and IQ8A Microinverters INPUT DATA (DC)IQ8M-72-2-US IQ8A-72-2-US Commonly used module pairings1 W 260 – 460 295 – 500 Module compatibility 60-cell/120 half-cell, 66-cell/132 half-cell and 72-cell/144 half-cell MPPT voltage range V 33 – 45 36 – 45 Operating range V 25 – 58 Min/max start voltage V 30 / 58 Max input DC voltage V 60 Max DC current2 [module Isc]A 15 Overvoltage class DC port II DC port backfeed current mA 0 PV array conﬁguration 1x1 Ungrounded array; No additional DC side protection required; AC side protection requires max 20A per branch circuit OUTPUT DATA (AC)IQ8M-72-2-US IQ8A-72-2-US Peak output power VA 330 366 Max continuous output power VA 325 349 Nominal (L-L) voltage/range3 V 240 / 211 – 264 Max continuous output current A 1.35 1.45 Nominal frequency Hz 60 Extended frequency range Hz 50 – 68 AC short circuit fault current over 3 cycles Arms 2 Max units per 20 A (L-L) branch circuit4 11 Total harmonic distortion <5% Overvoltage class AC port III AC port backfeed current mA 30 Power factor setting 1.0 Grid-tied power factor (adjustable)0.85 leading – 0.85 lagging Peak efficiency %97.6 97.6 CEC weighted efficiency %97 97.5 Night-time power consumption mW 60 MECHANICAL DATA Ambient temperature range -40ºC to +60ºC (-40ºF to +140ºF) Relative humidity range 4% to 100% (condensing) DC Connector type MC4 Dimensions (HxWxD)212 mm (8.3”) x 175 mm (6.9”) x 30.2 mm (1.2”) Weight 1.08 kg (2.38 lbs) Cooling Natural convection – no fans Approved for wet locations Yes Pollution degree PD3 Enclosure Class II double-insulated, corrosion resistant polymeric enclosure Environ. category / UV exposure rating NEMA Type 6 / outdoor COMPLIANCE Certiﬁcations CA Rule 21 (UL 1741-SA), UL 62109-1, UL1741/IEEE1547, FCC Part 15 Class B, ICES-0003 Class B, CAN/CSA-C22.2 NO. 107.1-01 This product is UL Listed as PV Rapid Shut Down Equipment and conforms with NEC 2014, NEC 2017, and NEC 2020 section 690.12 and C22.1-2018 Rule 64-218 Rapid Shutdown of PV Systems, for AC and DC conductors, when installed according to manufacturer’s instructions. IQ8MA-DS-0003-01-EN-US-2022-03-17 2605 N Westwood Ave08/16/22 The Enphase AC Combiner Box™ with Enphase Envoy-S™ consolidates interconnection equipment into a single enclosure and streamlines PV installations by providing a consistent, pre-wired solution for residential applications. Enphase AC Combiner Box To learn more about Enphase offerings, visit enphase.com Data Sheet Enphase Networking Smart • Includes Envoy-S for communication and control • Flexible networking supports Wi-Fi, Ethernet, or cellular Simple • Three pre-installed 20 A / 240 VAC circuit breakers • Pre-conﬁgured revenue-grade metering available Reliable • Durable NRTL-certiﬁed NEMA type 3R enclosure • Five-year warranty 2605 N Westwood Ave08/16/22 To learn more about Enphase offerings, visit enphase.com © 2017 Enphase Energy. All rights reserved. All trademarks or brands in this document are registered by their respective owner. 2017-04-14 MODEL NUMBERS XAM1-120-B (880-00834) or XAM1-120 (880-00211) AC Combiner with Enphase Envoy-S Metered™ for integrated revenue grade PV production metering (ANSI C12.20 +/- 0.5%) and optional consumption monitoring (+/- 2.5%). ACCESSORIES (order separately) Enphase Mobile Connect™ CELLMODEM-01 (3G) or CELLMODEM-03 (4G) Plug and play industrial grade cellular modem with ﬁve-year data plan for systems up to 60 microinverters. (Available in the US, Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands, where there is adequate cellular service in the installation area.) Consumption Monitoring CT CT-200-SPLIT Split core current transformers enable whole home consumption metering (+/- 2.5%). ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS Rating Continuous duty Solar branch circuit breakers Three 2-pole 20 A / 240 VAC DIN rail-mounted breakers Maximum system voltage 240 VAC Rated output current 48 A Rated input current, each input 16 A Maximum fuse/circuit breaker rating (output) 60 A Production Metering CT 200 A solid core pre-installed on solar busbar and wired to Envoy-S MECHANICAL DATA Dimensions (WxHxD) 38.0 x 38.7 x 20.3 cm (15.0” x 15.3” x 8.0”) Weight 5.1 kg (11.2 lbs) Ambient temperature range -40º C to +46º C (-40º to 115º F) Cooling Vented, natural convection, plus heat shield Enclosure environmental rating Outdoor, NRTL-certiﬁed, NEMA type 3R, polycarbonate construction Altitude To 2000 meters (6,560 feet) Wire size: Model XAM1-120-B Model XAM1-120 Follow local code requirements for conductor sizing. • 14 to 6 AWG copper conductors for branch inputs. • 14 to 4 AWG copper conductors for combined output. • 12 to 6 AWG copper conductors for branch inputs. • 12 to 4 AWG copper conductors for combined output. INTERNET CONNECTION OPTIONS Integrated Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n Ethernet 802.3, Cat5E (or Cat 6) UTP Ethernet cable - (not included) Cellular Optional, CELLMODEM-01 (3G) or CELLMODEM-03 (4G) - (not included) COMPLIANCE Compliance, Combiner Box UL 1741 Compliance, Envoy-S UL 916 CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 61010-1 47 CFR, Part 15, Class B, ICES 003 IEC/EN 61010-1:2010, EN50065-1, EN61000-4-5, EN61000-6-1, EN61000-6-2 Metering: ANSI C12.20 accuracy class 0.5 Enphase AC Combiner Box 2605 N Westwood Ave08/16/22 INSTALLATION MANUAL FLUSH MOUNT INSTALLATION MANUAL 2605 N Westwood Ave08/16/22 CONTeNTS FLUSH MOUNT INSTALLATION MANUAL - 1© 2019 IRONRIDGE, INC. VERSION 2.0 DISCLAIMeR 1 RATINGS 2 MARKINGS 2 CHeCKLIST 3 1. ATTACH BASeS 4 2. PLACe RAILS 4 3. SeCURe LUGS 5 4. SeCURe MODULeS 5 CAMO 6 eXPANSION JOINTS 7 eLeCTRICAL DIAGRAM 7 FLASHFOOT2 8 ALL TILe HOOK 8 KNOCKOUT TILe 8 FLAT ROOF ATTACHMeNT 9 eND CAPS 9 WIRe CLIPS 9 FLUSH STANDOFFS 9 MICROINVeRTeR KITS 10 SYSTeMS USING eNPHASe MICROINVeRTeRS OR SUNPOWeR AC MODULeS 10 SYSTeMS USING PHAZR MICROSTORAGe PRODUCTS 10 FRAMeLeSS MODULe KITS 11 MODULe COMPATIBILITY 11 DISCLAIMeR This manual describes proper installation procedures and provides necessary standards required for product reliability. Warranty details are available on website. All installers must thoroughly read this manual and have a clear understanding of the installation procedures prior to installation. Failure to follow these guidelines may result in property damage, bodily injury or even death. IT IS THe INSTALLeR’S ReSPONSIBILITY TO: • Ensure safe installation of all electrical aspects of the array. All electrical installation and procedures should be conducted by a licensed and bonded electrician or solar contractor. Routine maintenance of a module or panel shall not involve breaking or disturbing the bonding path of the system. All work must comply with national, state and local installation procedures, product and safety standards. • Comply with all applicable local or national building and ﬁre codes, including any that may supersede this manual. • Ensure all products are appropriate for the installation, environment, and array under the site’s loading conditions. • Use only IronRidge parts or parts recommended by IronRidge; substituting parts may void any applicable warranty. • Review the Design Assistant and Certiﬁcation Letters to conﬁrm design speciﬁcations. • Ensure provided information is accurate. Issues resulting from inaccurate information are the installer’s responsibility. • Ensure bare copper grounding wire does not contact aluminum and zinc-plated steel components, to prevent risk of galvanic corrosion. • If loose components or loose fasteners are found during periodic inspection, re-tighten immediately. If corrosion is found, replace affected components immediately. • Provide an appropriate method of direct-to-earth grounding according to the latest edition of the National Electrical Code, including NEC 250: Grounding and Bonding, and NEC 690: Solar Photovoltaic Systems. • Disconnect AC power before servicing or removing modules, AC modules, microinverters and power optimizers. • Review module manufacturer’s documentation for compatibility and compliance with warranty terms and conditions. 2605 N Westwood Ave08/16/22 FLUSH MOUNT INSTALLATION MANUAL - 2© 2019 IRONRIDGE, INC. VERSION 2.0 RATINGS Product markings are located on the 3/8" ﬂange hex nut or Grounding Lug bolt head. MARKINGS UL 2703 LISTeD • Conforms to STD UL 2703 (2015) Standard for Safety First Edition: Mounting Systems, Mounting Devices, Clamping/ Retention Devices, and Ground Lugs for Use with Flat-Plate Photovoltaic Modules and Panels. • Max Overcurrent Protective Device (OCPD) Rating: 25A • Max Module Size: 24ft² • Module Orientation: Portrait or Landscape • CAMO Speciﬁc Allowable Design Load Rating: 50 PSF downward, 50 PSF upward, 15 PSF lateral • System Level Allowable Design Load Rating: meets minimum requirements of the standard (10 PSF downward, 5 PSF upward, 5 PSF lateral). Actual system structural capacity is deﬁned by PE stamped certiﬁcation letters. CLASS A SYSTeM FIRe RATING PeR UL 1703 • Any Roof Slope with Module Types 1, 2, and 3 • Any module-to-roof gap is permitted, with no perimeter guarding required. This rating is applicable with any third-party attachment. • Class A rated PV systems can be installed on Class A, B, and C roofs without affecting the roof ﬁre rating. WATeR SeAL RATINGS: UL 441 & TAS 100(A)-95 (FLASHFOOT2, ALL TILe HOOK, KNOCKOUT TILe) • Tested and evaluated without sealant. • Any rooﬁng manufacturer approved sealant is allowed. Ratings applicable for roof slopes between 2:12 and 12:12 STRUCTURAL CeRTIFICATION • Designed and Certiﬁed for Compliance with the International Building Code & ASCE/SEI-7 Marking can be on front or side of nut. #5003807 2605 N Westwood Ave08/16/22 FLUSH MOUNT INSTALLATION MANUAL - 11© 2019 IRONRIDGE, INC. VERSION 2.0 FRAMeLeSS MODULe KITS Insert Frameless Kit T-bolt in top rail slot. Place star washer over T-bolt, allowing it to rest on top of rail. Secure module clamps with a hex nut and torque to 80 in-lbs. í Tested or evaluated module clamps: • Sunforson silver or black SFS-UTMC-200(B) mid and SFS- UTEC-200(B) end clamps. • Sunpreme silver or black mid and end clamps with part numbers 7500105X where "X" is 1, 5, 6 or 7. • IronRidge silver or black mid and end clamps with part numbers FMLS-XC-001-Y where "X" is E or M and "Y" is B or blank. í Follow module manufacturer's installation instructions to install the module clamps. í Frameless modules require using a Grounding Lug on every rail. í For Sunpreme Modules Only: If required to use slide prevention hardware, see Module Slide Prevention Addendum (Version 1.10). Place Star Washer Module Clamp (80 in-lbs) Grounding Lugs Required on Every Rail MODULe COMPATIBILITY The Flush Mount System may be used to ground and/or mount a PV module complying with UL 1703 only when the speciﬁc module has been evaluated for grounding and/or mounting in compliance with the included instructions. Unless otherwise noted, “xxx” refers to the module power rating and both black and silver frames are included in the certiﬁcation. MAKe MODeLS Amerisolar Modules with 35, 40 and 50mm frames and model identiﬁer ASbYxxxZ; where "b" can be 5 or 6; "Y" can be M, P, M27, P27, M30, or P30; and "Z" can be blank, W or WB. Astronergy Solar Modules with 35, 40, and 45mm frames and model identiﬁer aaSM66yyPzz-xxx; where “aa” can be CH or A; “yy” can be either 10 or 12; and “zz” can be blank, HV, (BF) or (BL). Frameless modules with model identiﬁer CHSM6610P(DG)-xxx. Auxin Modules with 40mm frames and model identiﬁer AXN6y6zAxxx; where "y" can be M or P; "z" can be 08, 09, 10, 11, or 12; and "A" can be F or T. Axitec Modules with 35 and 40mm frames and model identiﬁer AC-xxxY/aa-ZZ; where "Y" can be M or P; "aa" can be 125 or 156; and "ZZ" can be 54S, 60S or 72S. Boviet Modules with 40mm frames and model identiﬁer BVM66aaYY-xxx; where "aa" can be 9, 10 or 12; and "YY" is M or P. BYD Modules with 35mm frames and model identiﬁer BYDxxxAY-ZZ; where "A" can be M6, P6, or PH; "Y" can be C or K; and "ZZ" can be 30 or 36. Canadian Solar Modules with 30, 35 and 40mm frames and model identiﬁer CSbY-xxxZ; where “b” can be 1, 3 or 6; “Y” can be H, K, P, U, V, or X; and “Z” can be M, P, MS, PX, M-SD, P-AG, P-SD, MB-AG, PB-AG, MS-AG, or MS-SD. Frameless modules with model identiﬁer CSbY-xxx-Z; where “b” can be 3 or 6; “Y” is K, P, U, or X; and “Z” can be M-FG, MS-FG, P-FG, MB-FG, or PB-FG. CertainTeed Modules with 35 and 40mm frames and model identiﬁer CTxxxYZZ-AA; where "Y" can be M or P; "ZZ" can be 00,01, 10, or 11; and "AA" can be 01, 02 or 03. CSUN Modules with 35 and 40mm frames and model identiﬁer YYxxx-zzAbb; where "YY" is CSUN or SST; "zz" is blank, 60, or 72; "A" is blank, P or M; and "bb" is blank, BB, BW, or ROOF. Ecosolargy Modules with 35, 40, and 50mm frames and model identiﬁer ECOxxxYzzA-bbD; where "Y" can be A, H, S, or T; "zz" can be 125 or 156; "A" can be M or P; "bb" can be 60 or 72; and "D" can be blank or B. ET Solar Modules with 35, 40, or 50mm frames and model identiﬁer ET-Y6ZZxxxAA; where "Y" is P, L, or M; "ZZ" is 60 or 72; and "AA" is WB, WW, BB, WBG, WWG, WBAC, WBCO, WWCO, WWBCO or BBAC. 2605 N Westwood Ave08/16/22 FLUSH MOUNT INSTALLATION MANUAL - 12© 2019 IRONRIDGE, INC. VERSION 2.0 MODULe COMPATIBILITY Flex Modules with 35, 40, or 50mm frames and model identiﬁer FXS-xxxYY-ZZ; where "xxx" is the module power rating; "YY" is BB or BC; and "ZZ" is MAA1B, MAA1W, MAB1W, SAA1B, SAA1W, SAC1B, SAC1W, SAD1W, SBA1B, SBA1W, SBC1B, or SBC1W. GCL Modules with 35 and 40mm frames and and model identiﬁer GCL-a6/YY xxx; where "a" can be M or P; and "YY" can be 60, 72, or 72H. GigaWatt Solar Modules with 40mm frames and model identiﬁer GWxxxYY; where “YY” is either PB or MB. Hansol Modules with 35 and 40mm frames and model identiﬁer HSxxxYY-zz; where "YY" can be TB, TD, UB or UD; and "zz" can be AN1, AN3, AN4. Hanwha Solar Modules with 40, 45, or 50mm frames and model identiﬁer HSLaaP6-YY-1-xxxZ; where "aa" is either 60 or 72; "YY" is PA or PB; and "Z" is blank or B. Hanwha Q CELLS Modules with 32, 35, 40, and 42mm frames and model identiﬁer aaYY-ZZ-xxx; where “aa” can be Q. or B.; “YY” can be PLUS, PRO, PEAK, LINE PRO, LINE PLUS, or PEAK DUO; and “ZZ” can be G3, G3.1, G4, G4.1, L-G2, L-G2.3, L-G3, L-G3.1, L-G3y, L-G4, L-G4.2, L-G4y, LG4.2/TAA, BFR-G3, BLK-G3, BFR-G3.1, BLK-G3.1, BFR-G4, BFR-G4.1, BFR G4.3, BLK-G4.1, G4/SC, G4.1/SC, G4.1/TAA, G4.1/ MAX, BFR G4.1/TAA, BFR G4.1/MAX, BLK G4.1/TAA, BLK G4.1/SC, EC-G4.4, G5, BLK-G5, L-G5, L-G5.1, L-G5.2, L-G5.2/H, L-G5.3, G6, BLK-G6, L-G6, LG6.1, LG6.2, or LG6.3. Heliene Modules with 40mm frames and model identiﬁer YYZZxxx; where "YY" is 36, 60, 72, or 96; and "ZZ" is M, P, or MBLK. Hyundai Modules with 35, 40 and 50mm frames and model identiﬁer HiS-YxxxZZ; where "Y" can be M or S; and "ZZ" can be KI, MI, MF, MG, SG, RI, RG(BF), RG(BK), TI, or TG. Itek Modules with 40 or 50mm frames and model identiﬁer IT-xxx-YY; where "YY" is blank, HE, or SE, or SE72. JA Solar Modules with 35, 40 and 45mm frames and model identiﬁer JAyyzz-bb-xxx/aa; where “yy” can be M, P, M6 or P6; “zz” can be blank, (K), (L), (R), (V), (BK), (FA), (TG), (FA)(R), (L)(BK), (L)(TG), (R)(BK), (R) (TG), (V)(BK), (BK)(TG), or (L)(BK)(TG); “bb” can be 48, 60, 72, 60S01, 60S02, 60S03, 72S01, 72S02, 72S03; and “aa” can be MP, SI, SC, PR, PR/1500V, 3BB, 4BB, 4BB/RE, 4BB/1500V, 5BB. Jinko Modules with 35 and 40mm frames and model identiﬁer JKMYxxxZZ-aa; where “Y” can either be blank or S; “ZZ” can be P, PP, M; and “aa” can be blank, 60, 60B, 60H, 60L, 60BL, 60HL, 60HBL, 60-J4, 60B- J4, 60B-EP, 60(Plus), 60-V, 60-MX, 72, 72-V, 72H-V, 72L-V, 72HL-V or 72-MX. Frameless modules with model identiﬁer JKMxxxPP-DV. Kyocera Modules with 46mm frames and model identiﬁer KYxxxZZ-AA; where “Y” is D or U; “ZZ” is blank, GX, or SX; and “AA” is LPU, LFU, UPU, LPS, LPB, LFB, LFBS, LFB2, LPB2, 3AC, 3BC, 3FC, 4AC, 4BC, 4FC, 4UC, 5AC, 5BC, 5FC, 5UC, 6BC, 6FC, 8BC, 6MCA, or 6MPA. LG Modules with 35, 40, and 46mm frames LGxxxYaZ-bb; where “Y” can be A, E, N, Q, S; “a” can be 1 or 2; “Z” can be C, K, T, or W; and “bb” can be A3, A5, B3, G3, G4, K4, or V5. Longi Modules with 40 and 45mm frames and model identiﬁer LR6-YYZZ-xxxM; where "YY" can be 60 or 72; and "ZZ" can be BK, BP, HV, PB, PE, or PH. Mission Solar Modules with 40mm frames and model identiﬁer MSExxxZZaa; where “ZZ” can be MM, SE, SO or SQ; and “aa” can be 1J, 4J, 4S, 5K, 5T, 6J, 6S, 6W, 8K, 8T, or 9S. Mitsubishi Modules with 46mm frames and model identiﬁer PV-MYYxxxZZ; where "YY" is LE or JE; and "ZZ" is either HD, HD2, or FB. Motech IM and XS series modules with 40, 45, or 50mm frames. Neo Solar Power Modules with 35mm frames and model identiﬁer D6YxxxZZaa; where "Y" can be M or P; "ZZ" can be B3A, B4A, E3A, E4A, H3A, H4A; and "aa" can be blank, (TF), ME or ME (TF). Panasonic Modules with 35 and 40mm frames and model identiﬁer VBHNxxxYYzzA; where “YY” can be either SA or KA; “zz” can be either 01, 02, 03, 04, 06, 06B, 11, 11B, 15, 15B, 16, 16B, 17, or 18; and “A” can be blank, E or G. Peimar Modules with 40mm frames and model identiﬁer SGxxxYzz; where "Y" can be M or P; and "zz" can be blank, (BF), or (FB). Phono Solar Modules with 35, 40, or 45mm frames and model identiﬁer PSxxxY-ZZ/A; where "Y" is M or P; "ZZ" is 20 or 24; and "A" is F, T or U. 2605 N Westwood Ave08/16/22 FLUSH MOUNT INSTALLATION MANUAL - 13© 2019 IRONRIDGE, INC. VERSION 2.0 MODULe COMPATIBILITY Prism Solar Frameless modules with model identiﬁer BiYY-xxxBSTC; where "YY" can be 48, 60, 60S, 72 or 72S. REC Solar Modules with 30, 38 and 45mm frames and model identiﬁer RECxxxYYZZ; where “YY” can be M, NP, PE, TP, TP2, TP2M, TP2SM, or TP2S; and “ZZ” can be blank, Black, BLK, BLK2, SLV, or 72. Renesola Modules with 35, 40 or 50mm frames and model identiﬁer JCxxxY-ZZ; where "Y" is F, M or S; and "ZZ" is Ab, Ab-b, Abh, Abh-b, Abv, Abv-b, Bb, Bb-b, Bbh, Bbh-b, Bbv, Bbv-b, Db, or Db-b. Renogy Modules with 40 or 50mm frames and model identiﬁer RNG-xxxY; where “Y” is D or P. S-Energy Modules with 40mm frames and model identiﬁer SNxxxY-ZZ; where "Y" is M or P; and "ZZ" is 10, or 15. Seraphim Energy Group Modules with 40mm frames and model identiﬁer SEG-6YY-xxxZZ; where "YY" can be MA, MB, PA, PB; and "ZZ" can be BB, WB, or WW. Seraphim USA Modules with 40 and 50mm frames and model identiﬁer SRP-xxx-6YY; where "YY" can be MA, MB, PA, PB, QA-XX-XX, and QB-XX-XX. Sharp Modules with 35 or 40mm frames and model identiﬁer NUYYxxx; where “YY” is SA or SC. Silfab Modules with 38mm frames and model identiﬁer SYY-Z-xxx; where “YY” is SA or LA; SG or LG; and “Z” is M, P, or X. Solaria Modules with 40mm frames and model identiﬁer PowerXT xxxY-ZZ; where "Y" can be R or C; and "ZZ" can be AC, BD, BX, BY, PD, PX, PZ, WX or WZ. SolarTech Modules with 42mm frames and model identiﬁer STU-xxxYY; where "YY" can be PERC or HJT. SolarWorld AG / Industries GmbH SolarWorld Sunmodule Plus, Protect, Bisun, XL, Bisun XL, may be followed by mono, poly, duo, black, bk, or clear; modules with 31, 33 or 46mm frames and model identiﬁer SW-xxx. SolarWorld Americas Inc.SolarWorld Sunmodule Plus, Protect, Bisun, XL, Bisun XL, may be followed by mono, poly, duo, black, bk, or clear; modules with 33mm frames and model identiﬁer SWA-xxx. Stion Thin ﬁlm modules with 35mm frames and model identiﬁer STO-xxx or STO-xxxA. Thin ﬁlm frameless modules with model identiﬁer STL-xxx or STL-xxxA. SunEdison Modules with 35, 40, or 50mm frames and model identiﬁer SE-YxxxZABCDE; where "Y" is B, F, H, P, R, or Z; "Z" is 0 or 4; "A" is B, C, D, E, H, I, J, K, L, M, or N; "B" is B or W; "C" is A or C; "D" is 3, 7, 8, or 9; and "E" is 0, 1 or 2. Suniva Modules with 35, 38, 40, 46, or 50mm frames and model identiﬁers OPTxxx-AA-B-YYY-Z or MVXxxx-AA-B-YYY-Z; where "AA" is either 60 or 72; "B" is either 4 or 5; "YYY" is either 100,101,700,1B0, or 1B1; and "Z" is blank or B. Sunpower Modules with standard (G3 or G4) or InvisiMount (G5) 40 and 46mm frames with model identiﬁer SPR-Zb-xxx-YY; where “Z” is either A, E, P or X; “b” can be blank, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, or 22; and “YY” can be blank, NE, BLK, COM, C-AC, D-AC, E-AC, BLK-C-AC, or BLK-D-AC. Sunpreme Sunpreme modules with 35 and 40mm frames and model identiﬁer SNPM-AxB-xxxYzz; where "A" can be G or H; "Y" can be blank or T; and "zz" can be blank, 4BB, SM or 4BB SM. Frameless modules with model identiﬁer SNPM-GxB-xxxZZ; where "ZZ" can be blank, 4BB, SM or 4BB SM. Sunspark Modules with 40mm frames and model identiﬁer SYY-xxZ; where "YY" can be MX or ST; and "Z" can be P or W. Suntech Vd, Vem, Wdb, Wde, and Wd series modules with 35, 40, or 50mm frames. Talesun Modules with 35 and 40mm frames and model identiﬁer TP6yyZxxx-A; where "yy" can be 60, 72, H60 or H72; "Z" can be M, or P; and "A" can be blank, B, or T. Trina Modules with 35, 40 or 46mm frames and model identiﬁer TSM-xxxYYZZ; where “YY” is PA05, PC05, PD05, PA14, PC14, PD14, PE14, or DD05; and “ZZ” is blank, A, A.05, A.08, A.10, A.18, .05, .08, .10, .18, .08D, .18D, 0.82, A.082(II), .002, .00S, 05S, 08S, A(II), A.08(II), A.05(II), A.10(II), or A.18(II). Frameless modules with model identiﬁer TSM-xxxYY; and “YY” is either PEG5, PEG5.07, PEG14, DEG5(II), DEG5.07(II), or DEG14(II). Winaico Modules with 35 or 40mm frames and model identiﬁer Wsy-xxxz6; where "y" is either P or T; and ""z"" is either M or P. Yingli Panda, YGE, and YGE-U series modules with 35, 40, or 50 mm frames. 2605 N Westwood Ave08/16/22 Tech Brief Class A Fire Rating Background All rooﬁng products are tested and classiﬁed for their ability to resist ﬁre. Recently, these ﬁre resistance standards were expanded to include solar equipment as part of the roof system. Speciﬁcally, this requires the modules, mounting hardware and roof covering to be tested together as a system to ensure they achieve the same ﬁre rating as the original roof covering. Adoption of these new requirements will begin in California in 2015 and extend to the rest of the country in 2016. IronRidge Certiﬁcation In August 2014, IronRidge was the ﬁrst company to receive a Class A Fire Rating— the highest possible rating—from Intertek Group plc., a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory. IronRidge Roof Mount products were tested on ﬂat and sloped roofs in accordance with the new UL 1703 & UL 2703 test standards. The testing evaluated the system’s ability to resist ﬂame spread, burning material and structural damage to the roof. Refer to the table below to determine the requirements for achieving a Class A Fire Rating on your next project. Test Setup Solar Modules Solar modules are given a Type classiﬁcation based on their materials and construction. Mounting System Mounting is tested as part of a system that includes type-tested modules and ﬁre-rated roof covering. Roof Covering Roof covering products are given a Fire Class Rating of A, B or C based on their tested ﬁre resistance. A burning wooden block is placed on module as a fan blows at 12 mph. Flame cannot be seen on underside of roof within 90 minutes. Burning Brand Test Flame at southern edge of roof is aimed up the roof as a fan blows at 12 mph. The ﬂame cannot spread 6 feet or more in 10 minutes. Spread of Flame Test Fire Testing Process Roof Slope Mount Module Fire Rating* Steep Slope (≥ 9.5 degrees) Flush Type 1, 2, & 3 Class A Tilt Type 1 & 2 Class A Low Slope (< 9.5 degrees) Flush Type 1, 2, & 3 Class A Tilt Type 1, 2, & 3 Class A *Class A rated PV systems can be installed on Class A, B, and C roofs. 2605 N Westwood Ave08/16/22 Tech Brief © 2015 IronRidge, Inc. All rights reserved. Visit www.ironridge.com or call 1-800-227-9523 for more information. Version 1.12 More Resources Fire Rating Certiﬁcate Visit our website to download the ofﬁcial UL 2703 certiﬁcation document. Go to IronRidge.com Engineering Certiﬁcation Letters We offer complete engineering resources and pre-stamped certiﬁcation letters. Go to IronRidge.com Frequently Asked Questions What is a “module type”? The new UL1703 standard introduces the concept of a PV module type, based on 4 construction parameters and 2 ﬁre performance parameters. The purpose of this classiﬁcation is to certify mounting systems without needing to test it with every module. What rooﬁng materials are covered? All ﬁre rated rooﬁng materials are covered within this certiﬁcation including composition shingle, clay and cement tile, metal, and membrane roofs. What if I have a Class C roof, but the jurisdiction now requires Class A or B? Generally, older roofs will typically be “grandfathered in”, and will not require re-rooﬁng. However, if 50% or more of the rooﬁng material is replaced for the solar installation the code requirement will be enforced. Where is the new ﬁre rating requirement code listed? 2012 IBC: 1509.7.2 Fire classiﬁcation. Rooftop mounted photovoltaic systems shall have the same ﬁre classiﬁcation as the roof assembly required by Section 1505. Where is a Class A Fire Rating required? The general requirement for rooﬁng systems in the IBC refers to a Class C ﬁre rating. Class A or B is required for areas such as Wildland Urban Interface areas (WUI) and for very high ﬁre severity areas. Many of these areas are found throughout the western United States. California has the most Class A and B roof ﬁre rating requirements, due to wild ﬁre concerns. Are standard mid clamps covered? Mid clamps and end clamps are considered part of the PV “system”, and are covered in the certiﬁcation. What attachments and ﬂashings are deemed compatible with Class A? Attachments and their respective ﬂashings are not constituents of the rating at this time. All code-compliant ﬂashing methods are acceptable from a ﬁre rating standpoint. What mounting height is acceptable? UL ﬁre testing was performed with a gap of 5”, which is considered worst case in the standard. Therefore, the rating is applicable to any module to roof gap. Am I required to install skirting to meet the ﬁre code? No, IronRidge achieved a Class A ﬁre rating without any additional racking components. What determines Fire Classiﬁcation? Fire Classiﬁcation refers to a ﬁre-resistance rating system for roof covering materials based on their ability to withstand ﬁre exposure. Class A - effective against severe ﬁre exposure Class B - effective against moderate ﬁre exposure Class C - effective against light ﬁre exposure What if the roof covering is not Class A rated? The IronRidge Class A rating will not diminish the ﬁre rating of the roof, whether Class A, B, or C. What tilts is the tilt mount system ﬁre rated for? The tilt mount system is rated for 1 degrees and up and any roof to module gap, or mounting height. 2605 N Westwood Ave08/16/22 2605 N Westwood Ave08/16/22 2605 N Westwood Ave08/16/22 2605 N Westwood Ave08/16/22 2605 N Westwood Ave08/16/22 2605 N Westwood Ave08/16/22 Cut Sheet 4.00 .26 5/16 THD 7/16" HEAD .63 .81 5/16-18 THD .39 7/16" .75 5/16-18 THD 1.96 1.10 2.13 5.51 2.13 4.02 1.0 7.50 4.96 1.18 .83 2.37 4) Arm, Clear 3) Base, Clear 1) Bolt Lag, 5/16 X 4" 2) Bolt, Carriage 5/16 X 1" Items 1 & 2 Property Value Material 300 Series Stainless Steel Finish Clear Items 3 & 4 Property Value Material 300 Series Stainless Steel Finish Clear v1.0 2605 N Westwood Ave08/16/22 www.roof-tech.us info@roof-tech.us RT-MINI Self-flashing base for asphalt & metal roof-top PV mounting systems Dual bolt design: M8 or 5/16 for L-Foot & 1/4 for EMC 1/4 Hex Bolt upper channel Easy tapping screw guide M8 or 5/16 Hex Bolt bottom channel Flat lip for PV Cable clips RT-MINI is suitable for mounting any rail system with a conventional L-Foot. ICC ESR 3575 Installation Manual 2605 N Westwood Ave08/16/22 RT-MINI Flexible Flashing certified by the International Code Council (ICC) Components RT2-00-MINIBK MINI base : 20 ea. Screw : 40 ea. Extra RT-Butyl : 10 ea. RT-Butyl is Roof Tech s flexible flashing used in one million residential PV systems for the last 26 years. It is the first PV mounting system with Flexible Flashing certified by the ICC. Engineered to withstand wind speeds up to 180 mph and ground snow up to 90 psf. ICC ESR-3575 ASTM2140 testing UV testing (7500 hrs.) www.roof-tech.us info@roof-tech.us 10620 Treena Street, Suite 230, San Diego, CA 92131 858.935.6064 Roof Tech Inc. Flexible Flashing 100% Waterproof Metal Flashing Retrofit Shedding water? Rafter installation Deck installation P.E. Stamped Letters available at www.roof-tech.us/support Pat e n t #D82 2 4 5 9 S Dimensions in (mm) Optional item 5 x 60mm Mounting screw (RT2-04-SD5-60) : 100 ea./Bag 5/16 Hex bolt, washer & nut set (RT-04-BN30SL-US) : 100 ea./Bag RT-Butyl (RT2-04-BUTYLT) : 10 ea./Box March 2020 Engineered to ASTM D 1761 (Standard Test Methods for Mechanical Fasteners in Wood) TAS 100 A on metal and asphalt roof. 4 ( 1 0 0 ) 3/ 4 ( 1 9 ) 3 1/2 ( 90 ) 2 ( 50 ) 2605 N Westwood Ave08/16/22 2605 N Westwood Ave08/16/22 2605 N Westwood Ave08/16/22 2605 N Westwood Ave08/16/22 2605 N Westwood Ave08/16/22 2605 N Westwood Ave08/16/22 2605 N Westwood Ave08/16/22 2605 N Westwood Ave08/16/22 Rev: 7/15/2021 RESIDENTIAL PHOTOVOLTAIC CHECKLIST SOL-01 CBC 2019 Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Checklist for Detached SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCES Only Instructions: The licensed contractor of record shall complete all sections, answer the ten questions and sign the certification section below. A copy of this form shall be attached to each of TWO sets of plans, of minimum 11” x 17” size. If answering NO to any of the questions, plan check shall be required. Project Address: Contractor Company Name: Contractor License Number: YES NO Are the following applicable to the proposed project? 1.   Will the PV system layout provide the required three-foot wide clear access pathways per Section 605.11 of the California Fire Code, and is this shown on the roof plan? 2.   Will the PV system be installed on a roof having only one roofing layer with no overlays? 3.   Will the PV array be flush mounted to the existing roof so that the plane of the modules (panels) are parallel to the plane of the roof? 4.   Will the PV system weigh maximum 4 pounds per square feet or less? 5.   Will the PV system be installed where the modules do not overhang any roof edges (such as eaves, gabled ends, ridges and hips)? 6.   Will the PV system be installed with a space of 2” minimum to 10” maximum between the underside of modules and the surface of the roof? 7.   Will the PV system be installed without using any ballast system or counter-weight system? 8.   Will the anchors be installed with a maximum horizontal anchor spacing of 6 feet and is this maximum horizontal spacing shown on the plans? 9.   Will the minimum 5/16” lag screws be installed with a minimum of 2-1/2 inch embedment into roof rafters (with pre-drilled holes) and is this minimum embedment shown on the plans? 10.   Are ALL the structural pages of the plans stamped and signed by a California licensed professional engineer? (including project specific site plan, PV layout, anchorage spacing, anchorage details and manufacturer’s PV support information.) I certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the above is true: Print Name: Signature: Phone Number: Date: Email Address: Planning & Building Agency Building Safety Division 20 Civic Center Plaza P.O. Box 1988 (M-19) Santa Ana, CA 92702 (714) 647-5800 www.santa-ana.org 2605 N Westwood Ave08/16/22 2605 N Westwood Ave08/16/22