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DC Cables, Connectors & SPD | QDTB®

The DC side of a PV plant is only as reliable as the cables, connectors and surge protection that carry its current. QDTB supplies the complete DC balance-of-system — double-insulated PV1-F cables rated to 1500 V DC, weatherproof MC4-compatible connectors, and Type 2 surge protective devices for the array and inverter. Cable cross-sections are sized to the string current and voltage drop, connectors are IP68-rated against moisture and dust, and SPDs clamp lightning and switching surges before they reach the inverter. Selecting these three components as a matched set avoids the compatibility and derating failures that plague mixed-brand installations.

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Specifications Range

All specifications and dimensions can be customized upon request

Key parametersModel Range
Rated Voltage1500 V
Cross-Section4 mm², 6 mm², 10 mm²
Temperature Range-40~+90
Rated current (A)30 A, 50 A
Rated Voltage1500 V
Rated Voltage600 V, 1000 V, 1500 V
Nominal Discharge Current20 kA
Max Discharge Current40 kA
Protection ModePositive/negative to ground
TypeDC cable, MC4 connector, Surge protector (SPD)
Key Spec4 mm² · 1500 V, 6 mm² · 1500 V, 10 mm² · 1500 V, 30 A · 1500 V, 50 A · 1500 V, Imax 40 kA · 600 V…
StandardEN 50618, IEC 62852, IEC 61643-31
DC Wiring ChainStringPV1-F cableMC4SPDInverter1500 V DC, IP68 connectors, Type 2 surge protection
SPD

Application Scenarios

String Interconnection

PV1-F cables and MC4 connectors linking modules into strings and strings to the inverter.

Long DC Runs

Correctly sized cable cross-sections keep voltage drop and resistive loss within design limits.

Lightning-Prone Sites

Type 2 SPDs at the array and inverter clamp induced surges before they damage electronics.

Harsh Environments

UV-stable, double-insulated cables and IP68 connectors for desert, coastal and high-UV sites.

Ground-Mount & Rooftop

Trunk and drop cabling layouts for both large ground arrays and distributed rooftops.

Retrofit & Repair

Standard-compatible connectors that mate with existing MC4-style systems.

Technical Advantages

1

1500 V DC Rating

Cables and connectors rated for modern 1500 V strings with full safety margin.

2

Double-Insulated Cable

PV1-F construction with UV- and weather-resistant sheath for decades of outdoor life.

3

IP68 Connectors

MC4-compatible connectors sealed against water and dust, with reliable snap-lock mating.

4

Type 2 Surge Protection

SPDs sized to clamp induced lightning and switching surges at the array and inverter.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Why choose PV1-F cable over ordinary wire?

PV1-F is double-insulated, UV-resistant and rated for 1500 V DC continuous outdoor use, unlike general building wire.

Q

What is the difference between Type 1 and Type 2 SPDs?

Type 1 handles direct lightning strikes at the service entrance; Type 2 clamps induced surges at distribution points such as the array and inverter.

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Are the connectors compatible with standard MC4?

Yes, our connectors follow the MC4 interface and mate reliably with standard PV connectors.

Q

How do I size the DC cable?

The cross-section must keep voltage drop within about 1–2 % at the string's maximum current, accounting for cable length and ambient temperature.

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Where should surge protection be installed?

At the DC array combiner and at the inverter DC input, plus AC-side SPDs at the point of grid connection.

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