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4th Revised Sample Form No. 86
PUBLIC SERVICE COMPANY OF NEW MEXICO
LARGE SOLAR
APPLICATION FOR SOLAR QUALIFYING FACILITIES (“QF”) FOR INTERCONNECTION
USING CERTIFIED INVERTER BASED GENERATING FACILITIES WITH A RATED
CAPACITY GREATER THAN 10 KWAC AND LESS THAN OR EQUAL TO 1 MWAC THAT
COMPLY WITH NMPRC RULE 568 AND APPLICATION FOR THE SALE OF LARGE SOLAR
RENEWABLE ENERGY CERTIFICATES (“RECS”) FROM SOLAR FACILITIES GREATER
THAN 10 KWAC AND LESS THAN OR EQUAL TO 1 MWAC
For purposes of this application “Solar Facility” is defined as a system generating electricity using solar photovoltaic or
solar thermal technologies. The person(s) or entity (entities) submitting this application may be referred to as “Applicant.”
For Third-Party Owner Solar Facilities, This application must be signed by both Customer and Third-Party Owner.
APPLICATION TYPE
† Both Interconnection and Large Solar REC Sales –
†
Systems > 10 kWAC and less than or equal to 100 kWAC: $450.00
†
Systems > 100 kWAC up to and including 1 MWAC: $450.00 plus $1.00 for each kWAC above
100 kWAC
† Large Solar REC Sales Only (for Solar Facilities already interconnected) - $350.00
CUSTOMER(S)
PRIMARY AND SECONDARY NAME ON ELECTRIC ACCOUNT:*
SYSTEM OWNER NAME (If different from name listed above.)
ELECTRIC SERVICE ACCOUNT NUMBER:
ELECTRIC SERVICE ADDRESS (STREET, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE):
PHONE (DAYTIME):
(
)
EMAIL :
PHONE (EVENING):
(
)
FAX :
(
)
* If you do not have this information please contact Customer Service at 1-888-DIAL-PNM.
MAILING ADDRESS (STREET, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE) (If different from Electric Service Address listed above.):
CONTRACTOR/ELECTRICIAN
CONTACT PERSON NAME:
Dustin D. Neel
NAME OF FIRM:
Affordable Solar Installation
ADDRESS (STREET, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE):
4840 Pan American East Fwy, NE
Albuquerque, NM
87109-2220
PHONE (DAYTIME):
( 505 ) 944-4285
EMAIL :
dustin.neel@affordable-solar.com
PHONE (EVENING):
( 505) 210-1770
PHONE (CELLULAR):
( 505 ) 210-1770
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THIRD-PARTY OWNER OF SOLAR FACILITY
(If Applicable)
CONTACT PERSON NAME:
NAME OF FIRM:
ADDRESS (STREET, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE):
PHONE (DAYTIME):
(
)
EMAIL :
PHONE (EVENING):
(
)
FAX:
(
)
SYSTEM INFORMATION
INVERTER MANUFACTURER:
MODEL NUMBER:
Advanced Energy
(1) AE-1000NX & (3) Exist. AE-16TL
IS THE EQUIPMENT UL 1741 LISTED? YES_____
LISTING
INVERTER RATED CAPACITY: _________(kW
AC)
1048
NO______
IF YES, ATTACH MANUFACTURER’S SPEC-SHEET SHOWING UL 1741
TOTAL INVERTER CAPACITY ( For Micro Inverter Systems) : _________(kWAC)
SINGLE PHASE ______
THREE PHASE _______
SOLAR SYSTEM TYPE:
SOLAR PV__________
SOLAR THERMAL ELECTRIC_________
List components of the Solar Facility equipment package that are currently certified:
EQUIPMENT TYPE
CERTIFYING ENTITY
1. Inverter - AE-1000NX (Qty. 1)
2. Module - Canadian Solar CS6X-305P
UL
3. EXISTING Inverters - AE 16TL (Qty. 3)
4. EXISTING Modules - Suniva MVX-255
5.
UL
UL
UL
TERMS OF APPLICATION
To be considered complete, this application must include the following:
† Application Form - Each section of this application must be completed, and the application must be signed and
dated by the Applicant.
† Application Fee - Attach a check made payable to Public Service Company of New Mexico (“PNM”) at the time
this application is submitted. Applications without the correct application fee will not be considered or reviewed.
If Applicant decides not to proceed with the installation of the Large Solar Facility, Applicant will receive a refund
of $120, which represents the cost of the REC meter included in the application fee. For Third-Party Owner Solar
Facilities, the Application Fee shall be paid by the Third-Party Owner.
† One-Line and Three-Line Electric Diagram - A one-line and three-line electrical diagram of the Solar Facility
and its interconnection to the utility system showing the electrical components, protective devices, manufacturer
model numbers and electrical ratings. List any backup generator systems on the premises. The one-line and threeline electrical diagram for renewable energy systems must include:
† Renewable generator (e.g. photovoltaic panels or solar thermal electric generator),
† Batteries,
† Inverters,
† Fuses,
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† Circuit breakers,
† PNM required disconnect switches,
† PNM meters, including REC meter and billing meter, and voltages,
† PNM transformers, etc.
The manufacturer, model number and electrical rating for the renewable generator and inverter must be shown on the
one-line and three-line diagram. The one-line and the three-line diagram must be stamped by a professional engineer
licensed to practice in the state of New Mexico if the generating facility is larger than 50 kW.
† Site-Map - A site map showing the location of equipment listed in the one-line diagram, customer name and
address, street designator and compass rose. For Third-Party Owner Solar Facilities, the Site Map must include
the name and contact number for the Third-Party Owner.
† Customer Bill – For account information verification, existing account(s) to be interconnected must include a
copy of all pages of a recent PNM bill.
† Specification (“Spec”) -Sheet – The inverter specification sheet.
† Third-Party Owner Size Specification – For Third-Party Owner Solar Facilities, information demonstrating that
the Solar Facility is not sized greater than one hundred twenty (120%) of the average annual consumption of
Customer at the location of the Solar Facility.
APPLICATION REVIEW AND APPROVAL PROCESS
IT IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED THAT THE APPLICANT OBTAIN PNM’S APPROVAL OF THE FINAL
DESIGN AND ELIGIBILITY TO PARTICIPATE IN THE APPLICABLE REC PROGRAM BASED UPON THE
ABOVE REFERENCED INFORMATION PRIOR TO PURCHASING EQUIPMENT OR STARTING
CONSTRUCTION.
1.
2.
3.
5.
6.
7.
PNM will not review or approve interim plans or incomplete applications. Applicant agrees that if any material
information required on this application is missing, is incorrect, is materially changed, or is falsified, the application
will be rejected by PNM.
Applicant agrees to supply further information as PNM may reasonably require and understands and agrees that the
application may be suspended while PNM is awaiting such information. All other supplemental information is made a
part of this application.
PNM will provide Applicant a Notice of Completion of Application and REC Reservation within 10 business days of
receipt of this application. The notice will advise Applicant whether the application is complete or incomplete. If
PNM determines that the application is complete, the notice will state the price at which PNM will purchase RECs
generated by the Solar Facility described in this Application. Payments will be made, pursuant to the terms and
conditions of PNM Rate Number 32 and the Large Solar REC Purchase Agreement between Applicant and PNM. 4.
Within 15 days of PNM’s determination that the Application is complete, PNM will conduct a technical screening
of the Solar Facility project to determine the impact of the proposed interconnection. When technical screening is
complete, PNM will provide Applicant and Contractor, if any, a Notice of Completion of Technical Screening. The
notice will advise whether the Solar Facility has passed screening. If the Solar Facility passes the technical screening,
the notice will include the date passed (“Screening Passed Date”). If the Solar Facility does not pass technical
screening, the notice will include next steps for the Solar Facility project consistent with procedures set forth in
NMPRC Rule 568.
Project completion is defined as interconnection of the Solar Facility as authorized by PNM on Appendix E to
the Applicant’s Interconnection Agreement with PNM.
Applicant understands that the construction of the Solar Facility must be completed within 12 months from the
Screening Passed Date. Failure to complete the Solar Facility within the 12 month period will re-set the REC purchase
price to the rate that is available upon project completion.
Installation, at any time, of additional capacity above the originally proposed capacity could subject the REC purchases
to a new, lower REC purchase price.
No information in this application will be considered confidential unless a written agreement is made with PNM prior to the
submission of the application. In no event will information on the application which is required by the New Mexico Public
Regulation Commission (“NMPRC” or “Commission”) be withheld from the NMPRC.
Acceptance of this application or any future actions by PNM are not and shall not be construed to be an endorsement or
warranty of the Solar Facility, its equipment, operation, safety, or reliability.
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The completed application form with the above requested attachments does not constitute authorization for interconnection
or parallel operation. Prior to authorizing parallel operation of the interconnection facility, PNM may observe and
participate in the inspection of the interconnection facilities.
A permanent and weather proof one-line diagram and, when required, a permanent weather proof map of the Solar Facility
must be installed at the point of service connection to PNM.
Resulting interconnections will be metered and billed in accordance with NMPRC Rule 570.
FOR LARGE SOLAR REC SALES ONLY: PNM shall have no obligation to purchase RECs until PNM and Applicant
have entered into a separate definitive written agreement to purchase the RECs.
Applicant understands and agrees to abide by the requirements of NMPRC Rule 568 and to use a certified inverter at the
point of interconnection with PNM.
Applicant shall not begin interconnected operations until the execution of the interconnection agreement set forth in the
New
Mexico
Interconnection
Manual,
Exhibit
3B,
which
is
available
to
view
at
http://www.pnm.com/customers/pv/program.htm.
The Applicant shall install, operate, and maintain the Solar Facility and the interconnection equipment in a safe manner in
accordance with the rules for safety and reliability set forth in the latest editions of the National Electric Code, other
applicable local, state, and federal electrical codes, and prudent electrical practices.
Applicant can visit PNM’s website for updated information as to the current rates being offered under Rate Number 32.
Information available will include capacity of completed applications. PNM will update this website on a weekly basis.
APPLICANT(S) SIGNATURE
I hereby certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all the information provided in this Interconnection
Application is true and correct. I also agree to install a warning label provided by PNM on or near my service meter
location. I understand that the Solar Facility must be compliant with IEEE, NEC, ANSI, and UL standards, where
applicable. By signing below, I am certifying that the installed solar facility meets the appropriate preceding requirement(s)
and that I can supply documentation that confirms compliance.
CUSTOMER
THIRD-PARTY OWNER (if applicable)
Signed: _____________________________________
Signed: _____________________________________
Title: _______________________________________
Title: _______________________________________
Date: _______________________________________
Date: _______________________________________
Signed: _____________________________________
Title: _______________________________________
Date: _______________________________________
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ENGINEER:
EXISTING (NET-METERED) ARRAY SUMMARY:
MAIN FEATURES:
Nominal AC Power:
Peak DC Power:
Module technology:
Inverter Topology:
PV MODULES:
Manufacturer:
Model:
Peak Power:
Quantity:
NEW (REC-METERED) ARRAY SUMMARY
48.00 kWac
61.20 kWp
Poly-Crystalline
Central - UL1741
MAIN FEATURES:
Nominal AC Power:
Peak DC Power:
Module technology:
Inverter Topology:
Suniva
MVX-255
255 Wp (Each)
240 modules
PV MODULES:
Manufacturer:
Model:
Peak Power:
Quantity:
PHYSICAL CONFIGURATION:
Methodolgy:
Roof-Mount/Ballasted
Tilt/Tracking:
Fixed-Tilt/Azimuth
Racking System:
Unirac RM
EXISTING NET
METERED 48kWAC
(61.2kWDC)
ROOF-MOUNTED
PV ARRAY
EXISTING 480V
MAIN DISTRIBUTION
SWITCHBOARD
"MSB" IN ELEC.
ROOM (P.O.C.C.)
1000.00 kWac
1,251.72 kWp
Poly-Crystalline
Central - UL1741
EXISTING
CUSTOMER OWNED
TRANSFORMER
Canadian Solar, Inc.
CS6X-305P
305 Wp (Each)
4104 modules
GENERAL NOTES:
CUSTOMER OWNED MV
DISTRIBUTION SWITCH
"SW3" (S&C - PMH-9)
EXISTING PNM
PRIMARY METER
TRANSCLOSURE
AND METER
(#495983)
A.
THESE DRAWINGS ARE SCHEMATIC IN NATURE AND ARE
NOT INTENDED TO SHOW ALL POSSIBLE CONDITIONS. IT IS
INTENDED THAT COMPLETE ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS BE
PROVIDED WITH ALL NECESSARY EQUIPMENT,
APPURTENANCES, AND CONTROLS, COMPLETELY
COORDINATED WITH ALL DISCIPLINES.
CUSTOMER OWNED MV
DISTRIBUTION SWITCH
"SW1" (S&C - PMH-9)
PHYSICAL CONFIGURATION:
Methodolgy:
Ground-Mount
Tilt/Tracking:
Single-Axis Tracking
Racking System:
Array-Tech
EXIST. CUSTOMER
GENERATION
DISCONNECT SWITCH
EXISTING 15kV
CUSTOMER OWNED
PRIMARY LOOP
ELECTRICAL CONFIGURATION:
Modules per string:
10 Modules
Max DC Voltage:
600 V UL
Total Quantity of Strings: 8 Strings
ELECTRICAL CONFIGURATION:
Modules per string:
19 Modules
Max DC Voltage:
1000 V UL
Total Quantity of Strings: 216 Strings
INVERTER CONFIGURATION:
Designation:
"Inverters 1 thru 3"
Manufacturer:
Advanced Energy
Model:
AE-16-TL
Nominal power:
16kW AC (ea)
Quantity:
(3) Inverters
Inverter Output Voltage:
Array Combiner:
Integrated
AC/DC Disconnect
Integrated
INVERTER CONFIGURATION:
Designation:
"Inverter A"
Manufacturer:
Advanced Energy
Model:
AE-1000NX
Nominal power:
1000kW AC
Quantity:
(1) Inverter
Inverter Output Voltage:
Array Combiner:
Integrated
AC/DC Disconnect
Integrated
CUSTOMER OWNED MV
DISTRIBUTION SWITCH
"SW2" (S&C - PMH-9)
EXISTING 15kV
CUSTOMER OWNED
PRIMARY LOOP
MV INTERCONNECTION
FEEDER
CUSTOMER GENERATION
DISCONNECT SWITCH
16'-0" PNM ACCESS GATE
(VEHICLE/PERSONNEL)
ASPHALT PATCH (WHERE
APPLICABLE) SHALL
MATCH
ORIGINAL DEPTH
UNDERGROUND
MARKER TAPE
LOCATED 12"
ABOVE CONDUIT
PNM REC METER
ENCLOSURE
(58A @ 12.47kV)
EXISTING ASPHALT
18"
18"
COMPACTED
NATIVE
SOILS
30"
7.5" 7.5"
UNDERGROUND
MARKER TAPE
LOCATED 12"
ABOVE CONDUIT
CONDUIT AND FEEDER
ROUTED AND SPACED PER NEC
ARTICLE 310 - FIGURE 310.60
(DETAIL 2) IN ACCORDANCE
WITH TABLE 300.50 (COLUMN 6)
(MIN 24"/MAX 30" TO TOP)
COMPACTED
NATIVE
SOILS
30"
7.5" 7.5"
1000kVA
ISOLATION
TRANSFORMER "XA"
(480V GR.WYE/12.47kV
GR.WYE)
INVERTER "A"
ADVANCED-ENERGY
"AE-1000NX"
TYPICAL MV TRENCH SECTIONS
SCALE: NONE
PNM REC METER
ENCLOSURE
(58A @ 12.47kV)
CUSTOMER GENERATION
DISCONNECT SWITCH
CONCRETE EQUIPMENT
PAD (TYP.)
2
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REVISED TRACKER EQUIPMENT
DN
1
4/4/14
APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTS
DN
REV
DATE
DESCRIPTION
BY
HP
HP
DN
CHK APR APR
REVISIONS
ENLARGED CUSTOMER GENERATION EQUIPMENT
SCALE: 1/8" = 1'-0"
CONSULTANT PROJ. NO.
CONSULTANT DWG. NO.
PV 1.00
PROJECT NAME:
CNM COMMUNITY COLLEGE
10544 UNIVERSE ROAD NW
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87114
- CONFIDENTIAL THIS DRAWING IS THE PROPERTY OF AFFORDABLE SOLAR. THE
INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREON MAY NOT BE USED OR DUPLICATED
IN ANY MANNER WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION BY OWNER.
FACILITY NAME:
FACILITY LOCATION:
PROJECT NO.
CNM WESTSIDE CAMPUS
ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO
INTERCONNECTION DOCUMENTS
CNM COMMUNITY COLLEGE
PROPOSED PV ARRAY - 1.0MWAC
GROUND MOUNT, S.A. TRACKER
ENLARGED SITE PLAN - PROPOSED PV ARRAY
SCALE: NONE
SIZE
DRAWING NO.
REV.
D
PV-1.00
FILENAME:
SCALE: AS INDICATED
0
SHEET
1
OF
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ENGINEER:
13 MARCH 2014
GENERAL NOTES:
A.
TRACKING
MOTOR "MA1"
THESE DRAWINGS ARE SCHEMATIC IN NATURE AND ARE
NOT INTENDED TO SHOW ALL POSSIBLE CONDITIONS. IT IS
INTENDED THAT COMPLETE ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS BE
PROVIDED WITH ALL NECESSARY EQUIPMENT,
APPURTENANCES, AND CONTROLS, COMPLETELY
COORDINATED WITH ALL DISCIPLINES.
TRACKING
MOTOR "MA2"
KEYED NOTES:
COMBINER
"A1P" (+)
COMBINER
"A1N" (-)
COMBINER
"A2P" (+)
COMBINER
"A2N" (-)
REMOTE PV
TIE CABINET
"CPTA1"
REMOTE PV
TIE CABINET
"CPTA2"
TRACKING
MOTOR "MA3"
COMBINER
"A3P" (+)
TRACKING
MOTOR "MA4"
COMBINER
"A3N" (-)
COMBINER
"A4P" (+)
COMBINER
"A4N" (-)
REMOTE PV
TIE CABINET
"CPTA3"
REMOTE PV
TIE CABINET
"CPTA4"
INVERTER "A"
"AE-1000NX"
1000kVA
XFMR.
ENLARGED EQUIPMENT LAYOUT PLAN
SCALE: 1" = 60'-0"
DISC.
COMB.
"A3P"
DISC.
COMB.
"A1P"
DISC.
COMB.
"A4P"
TRANSFORMER "XA"
1000kVA PADMOUNT, OIL-FILLED, LIVE-FRONT, 12.47KV(GR.WYE) TO
800V(GR.WYE) PAD MOUNTED DISTRIBUTION TRANSFORMER WITH
INTEGRAL, BAY-O-NET FUSED AND LINE-SIDE ISOLATION SWITCH
TRANSFORMERLESS CENTRAL
INVERTER "A" - AE 1000NX
1000VDC INPUT/800YAC OUTPUT
60E
60E
REMOTE
TIE
"CPT-A3"
DISC.
COMB.
"A2N"
DISC.
COMB.
"A4N"
60E
REMOTE
TIE
"CPT-A1"
60E
REMOTE
TIE
"CPT-A4"
SECONDARY
PV INPUT
NEW PAD MOUNTED,
12.47kV, LOCKABLE,
CUSTOMER GENERATION
DISCONNECT SWITCH
(WITH 60A, 15kV EJO-1
CURRENT LIMITING
FUSES)
3
60E
6
800YAC
DISC.
REMOTE
TIE
"CPT-A2"
NEW CUSTOMER OWNED DISTRIBUTION
SWITCHGEAR "SW-PV" (PMH-7)
60E
DISC.
COMB.
"A2P"
NEW PNM PRIMARY
REC METERING
TRANSCLOSURE
(50A @ 12.47kV-GR. WYE)
DC/VD% = <1.0%
2
NEW #1/0(CU) 15kV (MV-90),
INTERCONNECTION
FEEDERS W/CONCENTRIC
NEUTRAL (12.47kV
GROUNDED-WYE
DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM)
DISC.
COMB.
"A1N"
DISC.
COMB.
"A3N"
NEW #1/0(CU) 15kV (MV-90),
INTERCONNECTION
FEEDERS W/CONCENTRIC
NEUTRAL (12.47kV
GROUNDED-WYE
DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM)
NEW #1/0(CU) 15kV (MV-90),
INTERCONNECTION
FEEDERS W/CONCENTRIC
NEUTRAL (12.47kV
GROUNDED-WYE
DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM)
1
9/11/13
REVISED CGD/REC LOCATION
DN
REV
DATE
DESCRIPTION
BY
HP
HP
DN
CHK APR APR
REVISIONS
TO OTHER CUSTOMER
OWNED DISTRIBUTION
EQUIPMENT, ON PRIMARY
LOOP SYSTEM
CUSTOMER-OWNED 15kV (PMH-9)
PAD MOUNTED SWITCH "SW1"
EXISTING PNM 15kV
SERVICE FEEDER
NEW #1/0(CU) 15kV (MV-90),
INTERCONNECTION
FEEDERS W/CONCENTRIC
NEUTRAL (12.47kV
GROUNDED-WYE
DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM)
200E
200E
200E
200E
200E
200E
CUSTOMER-OWNED
15kV (PMH-9)
PAD MOUNTED
SWITCH "SW1"
CUSTOMER-OWNED
15kV (PMH-9)
PAD MOUNTED
SWITCH "SW2"
CONSULTANT PROJ. NO.
CONSULTANT DWG. NO.
EXISTING #2/0(CU) 15kV,
CUSTOMER OWNED
PRIMARY LOOP FEEDER
(12.47kV GROUNDED-WYE
DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM)
PV 2.00
200E
200E
EXISTING #2/0(CU) 15kV,
CUSTOMER OWNED
PRIMARY LOOP FEEDER
WITH CONCENTRIC
NEUTRAL (12.47kV
GROUNDED-WYE
DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM)
200E
200E
200E
200E
PROJECT NAME:
EXISTING #2/0(CU) 15kV,
CUSTOMER OWNED
PRIMARY LOOP FEEDER
WITH CONCENTRIC
NEUTRAL (12.47kV
GROUNDED-WYE
DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM)
CNM COMMUNITY COLLEGE
10544 UNIVERSE ROAD NW
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87114
- CONFIDENTIAL THIS DRAWING IS THE PROPERTY OF AFFORDABLE SOLAR. THE
INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREON MAY NOT BE USED OR DUPLICATED
IN ANY MANNER WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION BY OWNER.
FACILITY NAME:
FACILITY LOCATION:
PROJECT NO.
TO OTHER CUSTOMER
OWNED DISTRIBUTION
EQUIPMENT, ON PRIMARY
LOOP SYSTEM
AC INTERCONNECTION - THREE-LINE DIAGRAM
SCALE: NONE
CNM WESTSIDE CAMPUS
ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO
INTERCONNECTION DOCUMENTS
CNM COMMUNITY COLLEGE
PROPOSED PV ARRAY - 1.0MWAC
GROUND MOUNT, S.A. TRACKER
SIZE
DRAWING NO.
REV.
D
PV-2.00
FILENAME:
SCALE: AS INDICATED
0
SHEET
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AE 1000NX
Utility Inverter
The Next Step in Utility-Scale
Solar Power
The AE 1000NX inverter is specifically designed to meet
the requirements of utility-scale solar power plants with
the lowest levelized cost of energy (LCOE) investors
demand and expect. This high-efficiency inverter's wide
reactive power range, utility level control capabilities, and
grid support features are unlocked through our secure,
open interface with third-party SCADA systems to provide
utilities with the controls and grid assistance features they
expect from a PV power plant. The bipolar 1000 V system
topology drives down both DC and AC balance of system
(BoS) costs, while the robust single engine design and
cabinet details lead to low maintenance. These features
work together with AE's world-class service offerings to
help create PV plants with the lowest LCOE.
Lower O&M Costs
Advanced Energy 1000NX inverters, with their robust
outdoor-ready construction, have field-proven high
availability and reliability for low-maintenance operation.
To maximize uptime and power generation, AE offers
extended warranties (up to 20 years) and an optional
SafeGuard service program. Based on our 30 years of
experience serving mission-critical power-conversion
equipment, this proactive O&M service program goes
far beyond the standard warranty. Our highly trained
specialists can perform a system test, remote diagnostics,
and annual on-site inspections that keep your systems in
operation and producing power.
®
®
Take Control with SCADA & Grid Support
The integrated data monitoring and controls solution
enables SCADA connectivity, collects and stores a wide
range of inverter real-time data, and can be connected to
many third-party data services. The AE 1000NX inverters
respond to a full complement of utility interactive controls
(UIC) and enable a broad range of frequency and voltage
ride-through profiles based on regional requirements.
AE Solar Energy is a US based company.
Increase Energy Harvest & Reduce BoS Costs
Putting the AE 1000NX inverter to work in your PV power
plant puts you ahead of the competition with increased
energy harvest and reduced BoS costs. The inverter
topology allows the pairing of 1000 VDC equipment with
in-field combiner level PV ties to reduce the PV array
wire length by up to 50%, increasing harvest potential by
reducing voltage drop and DC line losses compared to
a conventional single-array system. This DC side design
allows higher AC output voltages that reduce AC wire size
and over-current protection device ratings. Integration stays
simple with multiple outdoor-rated inverters paralleling into
a single medium-voltage transformer. Each inverter comes
with a self-contained, closed-loop air-to-liquid cooling
system that provides reliable performance in hot, sunny
environments. There is no need to build air-conditioned
shelters. Combined, these features reduce BoS cost and
maximize your plant's power production.
AE 1000NX Specifications
Physical
2286 mm (H) x 4420 mm (W) 1057 mm (D)
90.0" (H) x 174.0" (W) x 41.6" (D)
Dimensions
Dimensions include cabinet handles, tie down feet, and
AC & DC cabinets
Weight
5450 lb (2472 kg) unit weight
5850 lb (2654 kg) shipping weight
Construction
Outdoor-ready cabinet design with electrostatically
applied paint
Environmental Rating
NEMA 3R - Cooling cabinet
NEMA 4 - AC, DC, and electronics cabinet
DC Input Power Connectors
8 busbars per polarity standard with optional 10 busbars
per polarity; BoS wire savings achieved with field
connected neutrals via the combiner level PV tie (CPT)
AC Output Power Connectors
Busbars; (4) M10 studs per output phase
User Interface
Front panel LCD with keypad, shut-down button, and
web interface
Electrical
DC Inputs
Array Configuration
Separable dual arrays with 1000 VDC strings
Maximum Operating Input Current
MPPT Voltage Range
Open-Circuit Turn-On Voltage
AC Output
Nominal Apparent Power AC
Rated Output Power AC
Operating Voltage Range
Electrical Service Compatibility
Maximum Continuous Current
Short Circuit Fault Current
Nominal Frequency
Total Harmonic Distortion
Efficiency
956 ADC Imp maximum, self-limiting
in operation
±550 to ±1000 VDC
±700 VDC default
1100 kVA
1000 kW
800 VAC ±10%
Three-phase grounded wye (neutral conductor not
utilized)
800 ARMS
1.2 PU (ARMS ), 22 ms duration
60 Hz
< 3% (at rated power)
98.1% (includes brown power such as all standby,
controls, and housekeeping losses)
Peak Efficiency
Weighted Efficiency
Standby Losses
Inverter Controls and Monitoring
Inverter Controls
Inverter On/Off
Turn-On Ramp Rate
Reconnection Delay
Active Power Range
Power Factor and Reactive Power
98% (CEC method)
< 200 W
Remotely controllable
1 kW/sec to 100 kW/sec, adjustable
5 to 7200 sec, adjustable
1000 to 0 kW, remotely adjustable
≥ 0.91 PF at rated power, remotely adjustable
±0.80 PF range, ±485 kVAr maximum
Voltage Ride-Through Limits
Frequency Ride-Through Limits
Inverter Monitoring
Adjustable to regional requirements
Communication Interfaces
and Protocols
Ethernet TCP/IP, RS-485
Adjustable to regional requirements
Modbus/TCP and Modbus/RTU
Inverter Monitoring Options
Integrated inverter data monitoring solution, compatible
with third-party services
Data Storage
90 days at 1 minute resolution
10 years at 15 minute resolution
10 years historical fault and event log
Environmental
Operating Ambient Temp Range
Standby/Storage Ambient Temp
Range
Cooling
Elevation
Regulatory
Agency Approvals/Regulatory
Compliance
-4 to 122°F (-20 to 50°C)
-22 to 158°F (-30 to 70°C)
Self-contained, closed-loop, liquid to air
7545' (2300 m) maximum
Certified to UL 1741-2010 and IEEE 1547-2003 except
where utility requirements supersede
* Note: Not all performance window specifications can be achieved
simultaneously. Performance varies per site. Consult your AE sales or
service representative for specific PV system design questions at
sales.support@aei.com.
Subject to change without notice.
Refer to user manual for detailed specification.
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