What is a DC combiner box?

Our DC combiner boxes offer users the possibility to integrate short-circuit and overvoltage protection, as well string monitoring solutions (I,V, T and SPD and switch isolator status), for PV systems using central inverters with PV panels in trackers and fix tilt systems.

How do smart combiner boxes improve PV system management & maintenance efficiency?

These enhancements significantly improve the management and maintenance efficiency of PV systems. First and foremost, smart combiner boxes can monitor real-time parameters such as the current, voltage, and temperature of each PV string through built-in sensors.

What is a combiner box?

In photovoltaic (PV) power generation systems, the combiner box plays a critical role, mainly responsible for collecting the output from multiple PV modules and transmitting the current to the inverter. With technological advancements, combiner boxes have evolved from traditional manual devices to smart products.

What is a DC combination box?

In addition, the DC Combiner Box monitors the system performance and protects the individual modules against damage from overvoltage. Specialists who design and build photovoltaic systems face the challenge of achieving maximum availability and performance of photovoltaic systems.

How are PV DC combiner boxes tested?

PV DC combiner boxes are tested according to IEC-61439-2 and are constructed on the basis of the test results as well as assembled for the specific application. This ensures that each of the requirements of the target application is fully met.

How Kaco New Energy uses combiner boxes?

KACO new energy uses combiner boxes to support you with very flexible system design. First and foremost, DC combiners enable the "Virtual Central" concept: In ground-mounted solar power plants, the inverters are installed at a central location, while the DC combiners are spread across the PV module array.