PowerGate Plus 30 kW
Unparalled Performance
With Satcon's advanced system intelligence, next-generation Edge™ MPPT technology, and industrial-grade engineering, PowerGate Plus inverters maximize system uptime and power production, even in cloudy conditions.
Power Efficiency:
Edge MPPT:
- Provides rapid and accurate control that boosts PV plant kilowatt yield
- Provides a wide range of operation across all photovoltaic cell technologies
Printed Circuit Board Durability:
- Wide thermal operating range: -40°C (-40°F) to 85°C (185°F)
- Conformal coated to withstand extreme humidity and air-pollution levels
Proven Reliability
Rugged and reliable, PowerGate Plus PV inverters are engineered from the ground up to meet the demands of large-scale installations.
Low Maintenance:
- Modular components make service efficient
Safety:
- UBC Seismic Zone 4 compliant
- Built-in DC and AC disconnect switches
- Integrated DC two-pole disconnect switch isolates the inverter (with the exception of the GFDI circuit) from the photovoltaic power system to allow inspection and maintenance
- Built-in isolation transformer
- Protective coverd over exposed power connections
Streamlined Design
With all components encased in a single, space-saving enclosure, PowerGate Plus PV inverters are easy to install, operate, and maintain.
Single Cabinet with Small Footprint:
- Convenient access to all components
- Large in-floor cable glands make access to DC and AC cables easy
- Engineered for outdoor environments
- Provides galvanic isolation
- Matches the output voltage of the PV inverter to the grid
Specifications
PowerGate Plus 30 kW (PVS-30 (208 V), PVS-30 (240 V), PVS-30 (480 V)) | UL / CSA | ||
Input Parameters | |||
| Maximum Array Input Voltage: | 600V DC (UL) | • | |
| Input Voltage Range (MPPT; Full Power): | 305-600 VDC | • | |
| Maximum Input Current: | 104A DC | • | |
Output Parameters | |||
| Output Voltage Range (L-L): | 183-229 VAC | 208 VAC | • |
| 211-264 VAC | 240 VAC | • | |
422-528 VAC | 480 VAC | • | |
| Nominal Output Voltage: | 208 VAC | • | |
240 VAC | • | ||
| 480 VAC | • | ||
| Output Frequency Range: | 59.5 - 60.5 Hz | • | |
| AC Voltage Range Set Points: | -12% / +10% | • | |
| Nominal Output Frequency: | 60 Hz | • | |
| Number of Phases: | 3 | • | |
| Maximum Output Current per Phase: | 84A | 208 VAC | • |
| 72A | 240 VAC | • | |
36A | 480 VAC | • | |
| CEC-Weighted Efficiency: | 95% | • | |
| Maximum Continuous Output Power: | 30 kW (30 kVA) | • | |
| Tare Losses: | 75.62 W | 208 VAC | • |
| 64.58 W | 240 VAC | • | |
72.3 W | 480 VAC | • | |
| Power Factor at Full Load: | >0.99 | • | |
| Harmonic Distortion: | <3% THD | • | |
Temperature | |||
| Operating Ambient Temperature Range (Full Power): | -20°C to +50°C | • | |
| Storage Temperature Range: | -30°C to +70°C | • | |
| Cooling: | Forced Air | • | |
Noise | |||
| Noise Level: | <65 dBA | • | |
Combiner | |||
| Number of Inputs and Fuse Rating:
| 4 (50 ADC) | º | |
5 (40 ADC) | º | ||
Inverter Cabinet | |||
| Enclosure Rating (Outdoor) (IEC Grade): | NEMA 3R | • | |
| Enclosure Finish (14-Gauge, Powder-Coated Steel): | RAL-7032 | • | |
| Cabinet Dimensions (H x W x D): |
| 74" x 30" x 26.875" | |
| Cabinet Weight: |
| 1,204 lbs. | |
Transformer | |||
Integrated External Transformer: | • | ||
Low Tap Voltage1: | 20% | • | |
Testing and Certification | |||
| UL1741, CSA 107.1-01, IEEE 1547, IEEE C62.41.2, IEEE C62.45, IEEE C37.90.1, IEEE C37.90.2 | • | ||
UBC Zone 4 Seismic Rating | • | ||
Warranty | |||
| Five Years | • | ||
Extended Warranty (10, 15 or 20 years) | º | ||
| Extended Service Agreement | º | ||
Intelligent Monitoring | |||
| Satcon PV View® Plus | º | ||
Satcon PV Zone | º | ||
| Third-Party Compatibility | • | ||
• Standard º Optional
1The 20% boost tap on the isolation transformer increases the AC voltage output range for applications where the solar array DC operating voltage is at or near the lower end of the DC input range. This boost allows for continued inverter operation at lower DC voltage input levels.
Specifications are subject to change.
