BPSX Data Sheet

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SX 5M and SX 10M

The versatile Multimount™ frame

of the SX 5M and SX 10M provides

great flexibility in mounting

approach. Oriented parallel to the

edge and back of the module, its

dual channels accept the heads of

8mm or 5/16" hex bolts, allowing

the module to be mounted from the

side or back. Bolts may be located

anywhere along the channels, a con-

figuration which prevents them from

turning during tightening and allows

installation with just one wrench.

Output of the SX 5M and SX 10M is

via a 4.6m (15 foot) PVC-jacketed

1mm

(AWG 18-2) cable which

terminates in a low-profile junction

box on the module back. Epoxy-potted

in the box, module electrical connec-

tions are sealed against corrosion

and effectively strain-relieved. The

modules are intended for single-

module applications with DC system

voltage not exceeding 30 volts, and

may be ordered in either 6V or 12V

nominal voltage.

SX 10U

The SX 10U includes a heavy-duty

Universal frame and a high-capacity

junction box which accepts cable or

conduit and provides field-selectable

dual voltage output. Optionally, this

junction box can be fitted with:

• blocking and bypass diodes;

• an oversize terminal block

which accepts conductors up to

25mm

(AWG #4); standard

terminals accept up to 6mm

(AWG #10);

•a Solarstate™ charge regulator.

The SX 10U junction box may be

field-wired to provide 12V or 6V

nominal output. Six-volt modules are

intended to support 6V loads, and

are not recommended as series

elements in higher voltage arrays.

The SX 10U meets NEC

requirements for use in systems up

to 600 VDC, and is approved by

Factory Mutual Research for

application in NEC Class 1, Division 2,

Groups C & D hazardous locations.

Limited Warranties

• Power output for 12 years;

•Freedom from defects in

materials and workmanship

for 2 years.

See our website or your local

representative for full terms of

these warranties.

Quality and Safety

All SX 5 and 10 modules are

manufactured in ISO 9001-certified

factories and are:

• listed by Underwriter’s

Laboratories for electrical and fire

safety (Class C fire rating);

• certified by TÜV Rheinland as

Class II equipment.

• compliant with the requirements

of IEC 61215 and including:

repetitive cycling between

-40°C and 85°C at 85% relative

humidity;

simulated impact of 25mm (one-

inch) hail at terminal velocity;

a “damp heat” test, consisting

of 1000 hours of exposure to

85°C and 85% relative humidity;

a “hot-spot” test, which deter-

mines a module’s ability to

tolerate localized shadowing

(which can cause reverse-

biased operation and localized

heating); static loading, front

and back, of 2400 pascals (50

psf); front loading (e.g. snow, U

only) of 5400 pascals (113 psf).

TÜV

5-Watt & 10-Watt

Multicrystalline Photovoltaic Modules

BP SX 5

BP SX 10

The smallest of BP Solar’s SX™ module series, BP SX 5 and BP SX 10

photovoltaic modules operate DC loads with small to moderate energy

requirements. With 36 multicrystalline cells in series, they charge 12V

batteries efficiently in virtually any climate. Typical commercial applica-

tions of these modules, which generate nominal maximum power of 4.5

watts and 10 watts respectively, include remote telemetry, instrumentation

systems, security sensors, and signals.

Multimount™ Frame

(shown with end caps removed)

Universal Frame

SX 10M and 5M

01-4009-2A 5/03

Summary of content (4 pages)

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BP SX 5 BP SX 10 5-Watt & 10-Watt Multicrystalline Photovoltaic Modules The smallest of BP Solar’s SX™ module series, BP SX 5 and BP SX 10 photovoltaic modules operate DC loads with small to moderate energy requirements. With 36 multicrystalline cells in series, they charge 12V batteries efficiently in virtually any climate. Typical commercial applications of these modules, which generate nominal maximum power of 4.
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Electrical Characteristics1 SX 10 SX 5 10W 4.5W 16.8V 16.5V Current at Pmax (lmp) Warranted minimum Pmax 0.59A 0.27A 9W 4W Short-circuit current (Isc) Open-circuit voltage (Voc) 0.65A 0.3A 21.0V 20.5V 2 Maximum Power (Pmax) Voltage at Pmax (Vmp) Temperature coefficient of Isc Temperature coefficient of Voc Temperature coefficient of power NOCT (0.065±0.015)%/°C -(80±10)mV/°C -(0.5±0.05)%/°C 47±2ºC 3 SX 5 and 10 I-V Curves Notes 0.7 1.
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269 [10.6] 2.5 [0.10] max. screw head projection, typ. Front View Mechanical Characteristics Weight SX 10M SX 10U SX 5M Y Y 1.5 kg (3.3 pounds) 1.9 kg (4.2 pounds) 0.8 kg (1.7 pounds) Dimensions Unbracketed dimensions are in millimeters. Bracketed dimensions are in inches. Overall tolerances ±3mm (1/8") Back View SX 5M: 245 [9.7] SX 10M: 416 [16.4] (does not include screw head projection) Enclosure 9.7 [0.38] 7.6 [0.30] 22.6 [0.89] 7.9 [0.31] 8.4 [0.33] 7.9 [0.31] 8.4 [0.33] 17 [0.67] 17 [0.
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This publication summarizes product warranty and specifications, which are subject to change without notice and should not be used as the definitive source of information for final system design. Additional warranty and technical information may be found on our website www.bpsolar.com or may be obtained from your local representative. Printed on recycled paper with vegetable based inks.