What follows are the Top Solar Components and Equipment for 2022. When something isn’t quite a mounting system or a software platform, you’ll find it here. Take a look at this year’s innovative products (listed alphabetically by company) within the solar component and equipment category.
See the full list of the 2022 Top Solar Products here.
A Zig Zag transformer can be used as a grounding transformer in a system with a delta connection (no neutral terminal) or a Wye connection that is not grounded. Used in utility-scale solar. Zig zag transformer offers low impedance path to zero sequence components under fault conditions so it can be used as grounding transformer with a grounding reference.
The Arden Cable Hanger Series is AWM’s latest innovation in solar wire management. Installers benefit from reduced costs, with 45% fewer hangers required for installation compared to industry standards. They feature the largest radii to manage DC cable, deliver a 20% boost in cable ampacity and last the project’s lifetime.
The world’s first behind-the-meter hardware technology that enables tenants in multifamily housing to consume solar energy shared from a single rooftop solar system.
The CPS 4.17 MVA Transformer Skid is the last step in the conversion chain that brings electrical energy to the power grid. A modular architecture paired with design options ensure cost efficiency and minimal maintenance. The 20-ft container skid includes the Low-Voltage cabinet, Auxiliary Transformer, Communications and Controls.
The SMFT-1000 is an all-in-one test solution to verify PV system performance and safety. The SMFT-1000 offers I-V curve tracing and PV system performance analysis, conforms to IEC 62446-1 standards and its Fluke TruTest Software integration allows for solar asset management, data storage and reporting on a single platform.
No tools or extra hardware needed – HellermannTyton’s Nextracker Ratchet Clamp slips onto an existing tensioning bolt and the Array Technologies configuration slides onto the module bracket like an edge clip. The clamp adjusts to varying sized bundles. Can be pre-installed on cables to save time in the field.
A recent study found 80% of solar installs fail inspection due to labeling issues. Adhering to the NEC is now easy. These solar-grade, American-made labels are organized on five sheets and numbered to correspond to a location key. A complete PV labeling kit in one pack.
SR30 is the ideal instrument for use in PV system performance monitoring and meteorological networks. It measures the solar radiation received by a plane surface, in W/m², from a 180° field of view angle. SR30 is an ISO 9060 spectrally flat Class A (previously “secondary standard”) pyranometer.
This 600 VDC, 32amp UL DC disconnect with eight poles is load rated to switch up to four strings at once. Fully enclosed in a NEMA 4X enclosure. IMO has been a manufacturer since 1972 and is proud to offer safe, reliable controls to the market.
From IronRidge, the QuickMount JayBox Junction Box is an adaptable design created to securely enclose wires on nearly any solar project. Made of NORYL resin, JayBox is long-lasting due to its UV-resistance and impact strength. It is available in two options: the JayBox Roof Mount and Rail Mount.
While conventional solar canopies take years to install and grid-connect, Paired Power reduces construction and utility costs with its pop-up solar canopy, PairTree. Suitable for multiple applications, PairTree can be installed in hours, offering on- and off-grid EV charging and delivering up to 230 miles of daily range.
This mount features a 7/8” high EPDM Cylinder and Install Screw. Installers can use this in combination with their own shoulder clips for supporting conduit on the rooftop, no sealant required. Attach anywhere on the roof deck in five seconds or less. Simply drive until the block is compressed.
The S-5! CanDuit Clamp secures conduit for wire management and fastens home runs to metal roofs for solar PV systems, in combination with any S-5! clamp or bracket, including the GripperFix utility mounting system.
The Backup Control Switch (BCS) is a microgrid interconnect device that integrates with Schneider Electric XW Pro inverters and provides robust backup power solutions for homes. When paired with the XW Pro inverters, the BCS automatically disconnects from the grid during outages, allowing the system to provide backup power.
Pre-assembled, cellular, all-weather energy monitoring and control hardware system from SDSI powered by Kitu Systems SaaS. This out-of-the-box communication gateway meets California’s telemetry requirements for solar PV sites > 1 MW.
Designed to safely and quickly transport PV modules to a roof. The low-cost, quick-to-set-up device uses the installer’s existing fiberglass extension ladder. A pulley is attached to the top of the ladder. An operator pulls the rope to raise the module that slides up the ladder.
Save valuable time and maximize financial value with pre-fabricated wire solutions. Terrasmart’s team works as an extension of yours — applying unrivaled knowledge to tackle complexity up-front and delivering best-in-class lead times and simple on-site execution. We offer flexibility at scale, customizing without sacrificing quality and timeliness.
The semi-autonomous hyCLEANER solarROBOT is the versatile specialist for the cleaning of ground- and roof-mounted PV systems. Its modular design and intelligent functions like edge detection or autodrive pilot ease the handling for a safe and efficient cleaning experience that’s 10-times faster than conventional manual cleaning.
Yotta’s REV is a rapidly deployable, solar-powered EV charging station. Designed to recharge EVs from solar PV canopies, REV can be connected to the grid or operate completely off-grid. The unique east-west design uses bifacial panels, optimizing solar energy production from direct and indirect sunlight sources.
With super-smart innovative flatten diode lead design, Z8C won an All Quality Matters Award 2022 presented by TUV Rheinland. The junction box features fewer contact points, leading to higher reliability and lower cost. Its three-split design is used universally, but especially for bifacial and half-cell PV modules.