Bentek Introduces Products Optimized for PV Projects using First Solar Series 4 and Series 6 Panels
With over 30 years of design and manufacturing experience in a broad range of both AC and DC OEM power distribution products for the residential, commercial, and utility-scale solar PV marketplaces, Bentek is introducing several Utility-Scale products optimized for projects using First Solar Series 4 and Series 6 PV panels.
Bentek products include Utility-Scale FastLink cable harness assemblies, integrated disconnect string combiners (UTS) and inverter recombiners that are optimized for use with First Solar’s Series 4 and Series 6 thin-film module technology.
“Bentek is proud to team up with First Solar as part of their Ecosystem initiative in order to provide best-in-class Balance Of System (BOS) solutions for both Series 4 and Series 6 First Solar projects. Bentek’s Utility-Scale (UTS) integrated disconnect string combiners provide the largest selection of disconnect ampacities in the PV industry. These ampacities include: 200A, 225A, 250A, 275A, 300A, 325A, 350A, 375A and 400A and allow our customers using First Solar Series 4 and 6 PV panels to optimize their project designs while reducing costs up to 20%. Bentek’s FastLink overmolded positive and negative cable harness assemblies link First Solar Series 4 and 6 PV panels together allowing project designers to optimize their designs while minimizing costs,” said John H. Buckley, Bentek Executive Sales and VP of Marketing.
Bentek FastLink Cable Harness Assemblies for Series 6 PV Panels
Bentek FastLink Cable Harness Assemblies for Series 4 PV Panels
Bentek Utility-Scale (UTS) Integrated String Combiner for First Solar Series 4 and Series 6 PV panels.
For more information about the capabilities of the Bentek/First Solar Series 4 and Series 6 products, please contact Bentek at 1-866-505-0303 or visit www.bentek.com/first-solar-ecosystem.
About Bentek
Founded in 1985 and located in San Jose, California, Bentek Corporation began operations providing manufacturing services for the semiconductor equipment industry. The company has expanded services over the years to include new market segments but generally specializes in the design and manufacture of electromechanical assemblies and power distribution solutions for high-tech and industrial markets.
Bentek is recognized as a leading contract manufacturer in power distribution solutions. The company provides high quality and responsive engineering design, material sourcing, turnkey manufacturing and New Product Introduction (NPI) services to innovative and market leading high-growth companies.
In 2009, Bentek expanded its offerings with the creation of the Solar Products division. Bentek Solar provides Balance of System (BOS) equipment – combiners, recombiners, safety systems, cables, harnesses, mounting racks and accessories – for a wide range of photovoltaic projects. Bentek branded solar products simplify and speed the installation and wiring process. For more information, contact Bentek Solar at 866-505-0303, e-mail SolarSales@bentek.com, or visit www.Bentek.com.
Bentek introduces its 2nd generation 1500VDC integrated disconnect string combiner. A custom range of load-break rated disconnect switches developed by Bentek for the 1500VDC UTS2 line vastly increases DC collection system design flexibility for project designers and EPCs.
Bentek’s highly configurable 1500VDC cable harness solutions complement the new 1500VDC UTS2 string combiner product line. Along with the standard single-circuit cable harnesses, Bentek also offers two-circuit paralleled cable assemblies.
Bentek introduces its 2nd generation 1000VDC integrated disconnect string combiner. The Bentek UTS2 combiner provides the PV market with a highly configurable, cost effective design for either commerical or utility-scale projects. These come with a broad range of standard features including UL 98B listed disconnect switches with multiple ampacity ratings, generous output cable size ranges with industry standard termination hardware spacings and NEMA Type 4 enclosures with Lock Out/Tag Out functionality.
Bentek’s highly configurable 1000VDC cable harness solutions complement the UTS2 string combiner product line. When integrated together these provide a highly configurable, cost effective solution for carport, fixed tilt and single-axis tracker racking solutions. “When cable harness assemblies are terminated directly in combiners in our ISO 9001 certified facility, combined project cost savings of up to 20% can be realized”, stated John H. Buckley Executive Sales and VP of Marketing.
The patented Bentek IPR-AL inverter racking solution supports the broadest range of commercially available three-phase string inverters by providing a base design that fits ABB, Chint, Schneider, SMA, Solar Edge, Sungrow and Solectria inverters with new manufacturers being added constantly. “Designed for quick, reliable, problem-free rooftop installations, the PowerRack ships flat to the jobsite and adjusts quickly to the desired angle. It can be installed on the rooftop in less that 10 minutes , said John H. Buckley, Executive Sales and VP of Marketing.”
Bentek introduces its 2nd generation 1000VDC AFCI string combiner with industry leading string-level Arc-Fault Detection technology (1 sensor per input) that virtually eliminates nuisance trips and resultant truck rolls. “This alone will save our customers thousands of dollars per project during commissioning and O&M phases”, said John H. Buckley, Executive Sales and VP of Marketing.
Bentek will introduce a new family of utility-scale (UTS) 1500VDC products that meet current NEC safety requirements. “Our customers continue to be faced with a market that demands continued price per watt reductions while maintaining compliance with all electrical code and product safety standards. Project owners and operators want to be assured that the products they are purchasing are 100% compatible with each together and with all other system components. Our new 1500VDC products achieve all these objectives”, said John H. Buckley, Executive Sales and VP of Marketing.
