Arcbox - Reducing Fire Risks in Solar PV
The frequency of fires related to solar PV is increasing. ArcBox is a simple, low-cost approach to reducing the fire risk associated with solar PV systems. It simply clips around the DC solar connectors, which are a well-known weak point. ArcBox protects the connector in use and in the event of a fault, contains electrical arcing to prevent it from starting a serious fire.
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About ArcBox
The Problem
Solar is a safe technology, but it’s not immune from the risks associated with other electrical systems. As the number of solar installations grows, the frequency of faults that can result in fires inevitably increases. This has led to building owners and insurers around the world requiring additional fire mitigation measures for solar installations.
Sources of Solar Fire Risk
The DC connector is a well-known weak point in solar PV systems. Problems here can stem from poor product selection, mistakes in installation and external damage; these can result in a failure mode where an extremely high temperature arc occurs in the connector and can spread to cause a fire.
The Solution
ArcBox is a simple, low-cost approach to reducing the fire risk associated with solar PV systems. It simply clips around a DC solar connector, protecting it to reduce the likelihood of a fault occurring and in the event of an electrical fault, containing it to preventing it starting a fire.
Solar Fire Safety Enclosure
Learn More About ArcBox
Discover more about how this low-cost product can increase the safety of all types of solar installations.
Rigorously Tested
The award-winning ArcBox has been independently tested by Kiwa, Loughborough University and the ZAG test laboratory in Solvenia.
DC Connector Faults
DC connector faults are a leading cause of solar fires. ArcBox protects connectors and prevents faults from starting a fire.
Installation
Increase solar fire safety without slowing your installations. See how easily ArcBox can be incorporated into solar PV systems.
Technical Resources
Product brochures, safety testing videos and technical notes, including details of connector compatibility.