Enclosed and dead-front switches for photovoltaic applications

Designation Number:
CSA C22.2 No. 304:14 (R2019)
Standard Type:
National Standard of Canada - Domestic
Standard Development Activity:
Reaffirmation
ICS code(s):
29.100.01
Status:
Proceeding to development
SDO Comment Period Start Date:
SDO Comment Period End Date:
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Scope:

1.1
This Standard applies to enclosed and dead-front switches for use in photovoltaic (PV) systems rated 1500 V dc maximum, 1200 A maximum.

1.2
Fusible switches for photovoltaic applications are intended for use with photovoltaic fuses covered by CSA C22.2 No. 248.19.

1.3
General requirements applicable to this Standard are given in the latest edition of CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 0.

1.4
This Standard is intended to be used in conjunction with CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 4, which specifies additional mandatory requirements.

1.5
In this Standard, shall is used to express a requirement, i.e., a provision that the user is obliged to satisfy in order to comply with the standard; should is used to express a recommendation or that which is advised but not required; and may is used to express an option or that which is permissible within the limits of the standard.

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Project need:

To review the Standard within the required 5 year period.

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