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vBOOST 600
600-WATT DC-TO-DC CONVERTER MODULE

FEATURES
Parallel architecture with constant voltage output over entire input power curve Direct connection to solar panel MC connector; no additional panel wiring needed Complete cable assembly with #10 UL rated PV wire for vBoost unit interconnection Full communications over power line to central module. Collected data includes: Voltage input (from panel) Current input (from panel) Power input (from panel) Voltage output (from vBoost) Current output (from vBoost) Power output (from vBoost) Unit status Remote and local shut-off of vBoost units Safe installation - off mode during installation Watertight NEMA Type 6 enclosure The vBoost Parallel Solar solution eliminates series string design limitations and gives array designers unprecedented flexibility - facilitating faster installation and a lower installed cost. The vBoost Parallel Solar solution is a complete balance of systems package encompassing the vBoost, communications modules and all wiring from the back of the array to the recombiner feeding the inverter. All of the wiring is provided with mechanical connections that are keyed to eliminate field wiring errors. Typically supports two c-Si modules or multiple thin film modules High-availability fault tolerant design Flexible mount points for connection to any racking system

eIQ Energys patented power management technology makes solar energy more dependable and affordable. The vBoost Parallel Solar solution enables solar arrays to harvest more energy, and provides distinct advantages in design, installation and operation.

The heart of the Parallel Solar solution is the vBoost converter module, which steps up the voltage output of a solar panel and creates a connection to a constant-voltage bus. The vBoost maximizes system performance by providing module level maximum power point tracking (MPPT) and delivering power to the inverter via a high voltage DC bus. The constant DC voltage improves inverter performance and eliminates line voltage drops, and mismatch losses. By maximizing the energy output of solar power systems using the vBoost

Parallel Solar

technology, energy harvest can be improved by as much as 30%.

Designed for use with higher-power modules, the vBoost 600 mounts directly on the racking and connects to the PV module with an MC4 connector. Adapters are also provided to accommodate other connector types, both the power and data are carried on a single set of cables, eliminating the need for external data lines.

The smart path to clean energy

eIQ Energy, Inc. Revision: 1 6/22/2012 Specification subject to change without notice

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Technical Specifications
Input (operational) Maximum Input Power Maximum Input Voltage (Vmp) Maximum Input Voltage (Voc) Minimum Input Voltage Maximum Input Current

vBoost 600

600W 100V 180V 40V 10A

Output Maximum Output Power Output Voltage Range Operational Voltage Maximum Output Current Conversion Efficiency (peak) Conversion Efficiency (CEC) 600W 320-430V 380V 1.75A 98.5 % 98.3 %

Operating Temperature Range

-40C to 65C

Enclosure

NEMA Type 6 sealed aluminum case

Maximum Power on Branch

11,400 watts at 380Vdc output voltage

Compliance UL1741/IEEE1547; CSA107.1 FCC Part 15 Subpart B Mechanical Dimensions: inches (cm) Weight 13.5" x 7.5" x 2.25" (34 19 5.7) 3.9 lbs

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eIQ Energy, Inc. Revision: 1 6/22/2012 Specification subject to change without notice