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Reliable, SunSpec-certified rapid shutdown device for up to 4 input channels. Built for Canadian solar safety standards and full NEC compliance.
Product Description:
Ensure complete solar safety and NEC 690.12 compliance with the NEP PVG-3 Rapid Shutdown Solution (RSD)—engineered to meet the demands of modern PV installations across Canada and North America.
The PVG-3 is a powerful, compact, and field-proven rapid shutdown device that delivers fast and efficient shutdown of solar panel arrays during emergencies or maintenance. Designed for compatibility with SunSpec signaling and DC power line communication, it integrates seamlessly into your PV system while meeting the latest UL 1741, CSA, and CEC standards.
Perfect for installers and system integrators looking for a cost-effective, scalable, and code-compliant RSD device.
Key Features:
- Rapid Shutdown for Solar PV – Designed for solar system safety and emergency compliance
- SunSpec Certified – Compatible with standardized communication protocols
- Multi-Input Channels – Connects up to 4 input channels for flexible installations
- High Voltage Ready – Supports up to 1500 Vdc system voltage
- Weatherproof Design – NEMA 6 rated, ideal for harsh outdoor conditions
- Broad Temperature Range – Operates in extreme temps from -40°C to +85°C
- Multiple Mounting Options – Installs easily on rail or frame
- Fully Certified – UL 1741, CSA C22.2 No. 107.1, NEC 2014/2017 690.12, CEC 2015 64-218
Specifications:
- Input Voltage (Max): 90 Vdc per input
- Input Current (Max): 20 Adc per input
- Output Voltage: Voc * n (n = 1–4)
- System Voltage (Max): 1500 Vdc
- PV Cable: 12 AWG
- Connectors: MC4 (contact NEP for alternatives)
- Communication: DC Power Line, SunSpec compliant
- Protection Rating: NEMA 6 (weatherproof)
- Operating Temperature: -40°C to +85°C
- Certifications: UL 1741, CSA C22.2, NEC 690.12, CEC 64-218
Dimensions:
- PVG-1: 5.12” x 4.73” x 1.14”
- PVG-2/PVG-3: 5.90” x 5.71” x 1.00”
- PVG-4: 10.5” x 8.25” x 1.25”
Ideal For:
- Residential, commercial, and utility-scale solar installers
- NEC & CEC code-compliant solar deployments
- Projects requiring multi-input RSD protection