To prevent the unintended consequences of the current code requirements and to allow for systems that are simple, safe, and more reliable, we request that code makers make the following changes to the National Electric Code:

Request 1: Revert NEC 2020 690.12 (Module Level Shutdown) to NEC 2014 690.12 (Array Level Shutdown) requirements until proper solutions are available on the market, such as module-integrated, chip-based devices with an open industry standard

Request 2: Revert to NEC 2014 690.12 but keep the 1' array boundary

Request 3: Implementing a maximum electrical noise level requirement for rapid shutdown devices in 690.12

Request 4: Require 690.11 (Arc Fault Circuit Protection) to apply to all solar PV DC circuits, not just those above 80V, to detect any potential fire safety issues

 

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Profile picture for ev harman
signed Sign Now 2021-04-09 22:46:19 -0500
MLPE adds a lot of expense, more complexity, a lot less reliability, and a lot less serviceability, for a negligible increase in fire service safety.
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signed Sign Now via 2021-04-06 15:41:26 -0500
Module level shut down adds a day to every install and gives us headache after headache.
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signed Sign Now 2021-04-04 23:26:30 -0500
Solar PV Systems are still very new and very competitive business here in the Philippines. The Rapid Shutdown System function requirement adds more costs hence making it less attractive to local customers.
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signed Sign Now 2021-04-03 23:21:03 -0500
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signed Sign Now 2021-03-31 14:49:34 -0500
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signed Sign Now via 2021-03-25 23:55:15 -0500
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signed Sign Now via 2021-03-25 21:41:46 -0500
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signed Sign Now 2021-03-25 10:20:48 -0500
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signed Sign Now via 2021-03-24 14:46:33 -0500
I am a certified Electronics Engineer and CPBE. The module level shutdown is cumbershome and form most end users prohibits their use of desirable Solar technology!
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signed Sign Now via 2021-03-23 14:06:14 -0500
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signed Sign Now 2021-03-23 10:56:34 -0500
MLPE has it’s place in the industry, but being mandated for safety is a misnomer. 690.12 NEC 2014 already provided a safe, reliable and affordable solution.
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signed Sign Now via 2021-03-22 21:13:43 -0500
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signed Sign Now via 2021-03-22 20:20:59 -0500
keep in simple with array level shutdown
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signed Sign Now via 2021-03-22 16:53:33 -0500
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signed Sign Now via 2021-03-22 16:09:11 -0500
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signed Sign Now via 2021-03-22 08:52:22 -0500
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signed Sign Now via 2021-03-22 06:31:16 -0500
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signed Sign Now via 2021-03-21 21:26:15 -0500
Rases the cost to increase risk… Not logical.
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signed Sign Now via 2021-03-21 19:52:43 -0500
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signed Sign Now via 2021-03-21 18:17:24 -0500
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signed Sign Now via 2021-03-21 18:01:13 -0500
Mlpe causes an array of long term problems and does not really increase the safety for a fire man.
Profile picture for Dell Jones
signed Sign Now 2021-03-20 02:13:21 -0500
I have seen more harm and danger of fires with the requirement for rapid shutdown. Financially the cost benefit does not make sense. Add cost and increase risk. This has to be resolved.
Profile picture for Carrie Kress
signed Sign Now via 2021-03-19 10:10:36 -0500
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signed Sign Now via 2021-03-19 08:52:01 -0500
I am in favor of ARRAY LEVEL SHUTDOWN. I am out of favor of MODULE LEVEL SHUTDOWN. Module-level shutdown will cause solar costs to increase and make it less attractive to homeowners.
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signed Sign Now via 2021-03-19 08:31:45 -0500
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signed Sign Now 2021-03-19 07:55:22 -0500
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signed Sign Now 2021-03-18 12:55:44 -0500
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signed Sign Now 2021-03-18 11:08:22 -0500
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signed Sign Now 2021-03-18 04:33:39 -0500
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signed Sign Now 2021-03-17 18:27:46 -0500
Rapid shutdown adds complication, more failure points and added cost.
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