Prysmian PRYSOLAR
Born to face
the unpredictable
Cable Solutions for the Solar PV Industry
LINKING
SOLAR ENERGY
TO THE WORLD’S
POWER NEEDS
Prysmian PRYSOLAR | Born to face the unpredictable
The world is electrifying.
Unlocking the massive potential
of solar photovoltaic is crucial
to achieve carbon neutrality targets.
Global PV capacity is set to increase
to 19000 GW and cover more than 50%
of global electricity demand by 2050.
Utility-scale solar farms are growing in size
and operating voltage, and the geographical
areas where they are installed are more and
more subject to extraordinary climate events:
extreme and unpredictable.
WHY ARE PV
CABLES SO
IMPORTANT?
The PV or solar cables
are part of the Balance
of System (BOS) in a
PV installation and
represent only 1-2% of the total installation
cost. Nevertheless, they are critical system
components, and their failure disrupts power
generation.
Extreme climate events like heavy rains and
floods may cause cable deterioration and
failure with negative consequences on power
generation capacity, reliability of power
supplies and return on investment.
Prysmian Group has capitalized
on more than 20 years of
experience in solar PV cables to
develop Prysmian PRYSOLAR, a new
generation of cables designed to
face extreme climate challenges.
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Cable solutions made
to last, no matter what
climate comes your way
Prysmian PRYSOLAR is our innovative solution,
Prysmian PRYSOLAR PV cables may be installed as
designed to face the most unpredictable
fixed or freely suspended, free movable,
challenges and anticipate the future.
indoor or outdoor and also in ducts and pipes.
Designed for the interconnection of various
elements in photovoltaic systems, including panel
interconnection, between panels and string boxes
or from string boxes to the inverter. Suitable for
applications in/at equipment with protective
insulation (Protecting Class II).
They are intended for use in photovoltaic systems
at nominal voltage rating of 1.5 kV DC.
Estimated thermal lifetime extended
to 30 years. Enhanced with long term
resistance in water up to 1.8 kV DC.
EXTREME
CLIMATE
STRENGTH
RELIABLE RETURN
ON INVESTMENT AND
+30 YEARS LIFETIME
Long term immersion in water
A cable with long term water resistance
This is why we have designed a first-in-the-
unpredictable events.
is a major cause of cable failures.
industry test protocol that certifies long
term resistance in water for DC cables.
INCREASED OPERATION
EFFICIENCY OF ASSETS
guarantees reliability even in the most
Prysmian PRYSOLAR ensures +30 years
lifetime.
SUSTAINABLE
SUPPLY CHAIN
The better a cable withstands operation-
With the introduction of Prysmian
Prysmian PRYSOLAR reliability translates into
most comprehensive production
lower Levelized Cost of Energy.
every customer in every continent.
critical conditions, the least likely it is to fail.
higher asset efficiency, reduced OPEX and
Prysmian PRYSOLAR | Born to face the unpredictable
PRYSOLAR, now Prysmian Group has the
and capability footprint suitable to serve
Prysmian PRYSOLAR
Tested to outperform
standard DC cables
NEW
The Prysmian Group WET-I 1500 testing
protocol is the first in the industry
to certify long term resistance in water
for DC cables.
WET-I 1500
AD8
/ Manufacturer
self-declaration
/ No reference standards
IEC 62930 / EN 50618
/ Long term insulation
resistance DC
/ AD7 (partial or total
intermittent immersion)
/ Ensures that the cable
can operate permanently
when immersed in water
/ Designed for AC
up to 450/750 V
/ Prysmian Group
proprietary test
for long term
resistance in water
up to 1500 V DC
/ Simulation of
real conditions that
a cable installed in a
PV plant can withstand
/ Test parameters:
1800 V DC
Water @ 70 °C
1500 cycles
Born to face
the unpredictable
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Prysmian PRYSOLAR | H1Z2Z2-K 1,5/1,5 (1,8) kV DC
CONDUCTOR
Flexible tinned copper conductor
Class 5 according to IEC 60228
INSULATION
Halogen free cross-linked compound acc.
Table B.1 Annex B of IEC 62930 and EN 50618
OUTER SHEATH
Halogen free cross-linked compound acc.
Table B.1 Annex B of IEC 62930 and EN 50618.
Color: Black or Red
TECHNICAL DATA
Standards
EN 50618; IEC 62930
Rated voltage
1,5/1,5 kV DC; 1,0/1,0 kV AC
Max. permissible operating voltage
1,8/1,8 kV DC; 1,2/1,2 kV AC
Test voltage (5 min)
15 kV DC; 6,5 kV AC
Max. conductor operating temperature
90°C (120°C for 20,000 hours)
Max. short circuit temperature of the conductor
250°C (5s)
Operation temperature
-40°C to +90°C
Flame retardant per EN IEC 60332-1-2 Annex A; Low smoke
Fire behaviour
emission per EN IEC 61034-2; Halogen fee per EN 50525-1
and IEC 62821-1 Annex B
Prysmian PRYSOLAR | Born to face the unpredictable
Prysmian PRYSOLAR | H1Z2Z2-K 1,5/1,5 (1,8) kV DC
CHEMICAL PARAMETERS
Vertical flame propagation on complete cable per
IEC 60332-1-2, EN 60332-1-2
Fire Performance
Halogen-free per IEC 62821-1 Annex B, EN 50525-1 Annex B
Low Smoke Emission per IEC 61034-2, EN 61034-2
(Light Transmittance › 60%)
Reaction to Fire
Construction Product
Regulation (CPR)
Upon request or where applicable, CPR reaction to fire acc.
to EN 50575. Euroclass: Eca
Weather
Resistance
Weather Resistance
Ozone resistance per IEC 62930 Tab.3 per IEC 60811-403,
EN 50618 Tab.2 per EN 50396 Test Type B; Weathering/UV
resistance on sheath per IEC 62930 Annex E and EN 50618 Annex E
Chemical
Resistance
Acid and Alkaline
Solution Resistance
Acc. IEC 62930 Annex B, EN 50618 Annex B: 7 days. 23 °C
(N-Oxalic Acid, N-Sodium Hydroxide) per IEC 60811-404,
EN 60811-404
DC Stability
Long Term Resistance
of Insulation to DC
Acc. IEC 62821-2, EN 50395-9 (240h/85 °C water/ 1.8 kV DC)
AD8
AD8 (AC test)
Acc EN 50525-2-21 Annex E
WET-I 1500
Water Endurance Test
(DC) - Immersion
Proprietary Prysmian Group enhanced test: 1500 day-cycles
immersed in water at 70°C with the max DC permitted
Voltage (1.8 kV) applied: no breakdowns
Environmentally
Friendly
Environmentally Friendly
Prysmian PRYSOLAR cables comply with the RoHS
Directive 2014/35/EU of the European Union
MECHANICAL AND THERMAL PARAMETERS
Operating
Temperature
Maximum Operating
Temperature of the
Conductor
Acc. IEC 62930 and EN 50618: the cables are designed to
operate at a normal continuous maximum conductor
temperature of 90 °C.
20.000 h in operation at maximum conductor temperature
of 120 °C are permitted.
Enhanced
Lifetime
Estimated thermal
lifetime
Extended to 30 Years
Resistance to
Cold Environment
Resistance to Cold
Bending and Elongation at -40 °C temperature acc. IEC 62930
Tab.2 per IEC 60811-504 and-505, acc. EN 50618 Tab2 per EN
60811-1-4 and EN 60811-504 and-505.
Cold Impact Test at -40 °C temperature acc. IEC 62930
Annex C per IEC 60811-506, acc. EN 50618 Annex C per EN
60811-506
Damp-Heat
Damp-Heat Test
Meets IFC 62930 Tab. 2 and EN 50618 Tab 2; 1.000 h at 90 °C
and 85% humidity per IEC 60068-2-78, EN 60068-2-78
Shrinkage Test on Sheath
Acc. IEC 62930 Tab. 2 per IEC 60811-503 and EN 50618 Tab. 2
per EN 60811-503 (Max Shrinkage 2%)
Dynamic Penetration Test
Acc. IEC 62930 Annex D and EN 50618 Annex D
Durability of Print
Acc. IEC 62930 and EN 50396
Mechanical
and Printing
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Delivering
outstanding
value to the
solar industry
Prysmian PRYSOLAR | Born to face the unpredictable
RETURN ON
INVESTMENT
Cable failures cause detrimental
impacts. Downtimes translate
into reduced profits and increased
losses. The better a cable withstands operation-critical
conditions, the least likely it is to fail.
A cable with long term water resistance generates
benefits, namely in terms of Levelised Cost Of Energy.
RELIABILITY
Climate changes are generating
more and more unpredictable events.
Solar cable standards still do not provide for long term
resistance in water, which is one of the major causes
of cable failures. A cable with long term water
resistance guarantees reliability even in the most
unpredictable event.
SUSTAINABLE
SOURCING
Sustainability is not only an intrinsic
characteristic of a product. It is also
about the entire supply chain involved.
With the introduction of Prysmian PRYSOLAR, now
Prysmian Group has the most comprehensive production
and capability footprint suitable to serve every
customer in every continent.
For enhanced operation efficiency of assets
Prysmian Group offers tailored solar string monitoring
systems based on proprietary PRY-CAM technology.
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CONNECTING
THE WORLD.
TODAY AND
IN THE FUTURE.
Prysmian Group is world leader
in the energy and telecom cables
and systems industry.
With almost 150 years of experience,
sales of over €12 billion, about 29,000
employees in 50 countries and 108
plants, the Group is strongly positioned
in high-tech markets and offers the
widest possible range of products,
services, technologies and know-how.
Prysmian PRYSOLAR | Born to face the unpredictable
150
YEARS OF
EXPERIENCE
26
R&D CENTRES
AROUND
THE WORLD
We specialize in developing and installing
underground and submarine cables
and systems for seamless power transmission.
Our engineers design innovative cables
to provide power worldwide that communities
and companies can depend on.
Our cables work to carry energy efficiently
and effectively to industries on 7 continents,
including medium and low voltage cables
for the construction and infrastructure sectors.
We work to support the ever-evolving telecoms
industry by manufacturing cables and accessories
for voice, video and data transmission, delivering
and installing a comprehensive range of optical
fibres, optical and copper cables and extensive
connectivity systems to meet tomorrow’s needs.
Sustainability is in our DNA
We are strongly committed to a low carbon future,
and that means developing new technologies
that drive transition to renewable energy.
We provide enhanced capabilities to companies, city
governments and countries alike looking to carry
energy from one place to another – from where
clean energy is produced to where it gets consumed.
We go the distance to meet your energy needs.
As a crucial component in the development of
more reliable renewables and in advancing greater
capacity grid infrastructures, long lasting cables
and reliable installation are key to delivering
on promises. We are fully committed to do
our part in protecting our planet.
As a company, we are proud
to play a crucial role in empowering
global energy transition for a brighter
future for all.
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