KACO blueplanet 02xi and 02x
grid-tied inverter
Energy Yield
• 95.5% CEC efficiency
• Broad MPPT range - high string sizing flexibility with all modules and temperature ranges
• Low start up voltage
Operations
• Lightweight at 42 - 72 lbs for simple installation
• Avaliable with and without lockable DC/AC disconnect
• Reduced side clearance - no fan cooling outlets on the sides
• easyINSTALL T-bracket minimizes mounting process to approximately 15 minutes
Reliability
• Mature technology with proven results
• Convection cooling with no moving parts
String
Inverter
Technology
KACO new energy is a leader in power electronics specializing in PV inverters, performance monitoring
systems, and power supply systems for industrial rail applications. Continued growth will see KACO new energy
enter the emerging markets of energy storage systems and rural electrification.
Specifications are subject to change without notice. KACO blueplanet 02xi and 02x series 08/05/2013
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Monitoring
KACO proLOG:
Monitor up to 32 inverters as
well as multiple sensors.
KACO watchDOG:
Optional monitoring card
decreases costs and increases
reliability to give you the most
innovative monitoring solution.
easyLINK data interface:
Integrated RS485 comm card
enables swift communications
set up
Integrated inverter display:
Easy to use push-button interface
to configure the inverter and
access stored PV system data on
the LCD screen
Integrated night switch:
Activates inverter display
even after the PV system
has shut down.
blueplanet web:
Free monitoring option for
residential systems up to 10kW.*
* Available for all system sizes for
additional cost.
Warranty
Warranties are only as valuable
as the strength and longevity
of the manufacturer. KACO
is one of the few established
PV inverter companies older
than the warranties they offer.
Standard warranty: 10 years /
Extended warranty options:
15 and 20 years
Model number blueplanet
1502xi/x
blueplanet
2502xi/x
blueplanet
3502xi/x
blueplanet
5002xi/x
DC Electrical Specifications
Max. DC input voltage (VDC) 550 550 600 600
DC maximum peak power (MPP) operating range
(VDC) 125-400 200-450 20 0-510 200-510
DC operating range (VDC) 125-550 200-550 200-550 200-550
DC minimum start voltage (VDC) 125 200 200 200
DC maximum operating current (ADC) 14.3 13.5 18.5 26.5
DC maximum short circuit current (ADC) 21.5 21.5 28 40
Maximum input source backfeed current (ADC) 0 0 0 0
DC input overload protection Voltage and current limiting during operation
DC input terminals / conductor size per channel
A - B 3 Pos and 3 Neg 4-12 AWG Al Cu
AC Electrical Specifications
AC max continuous output power (W) 1500 2500 3500 5000
CEC weighted efficiency (%)
(240 / 208 VAC) 95.5/95 95.5/95 95.5/95 95.5/95
AC nominal voltage / operating range L to Neutral
(VAC) 240 (211 -264) / 208 (184-226)
AC Continuous output current (A)
(240 / 208 VAC) 6.25 / 7.2 10.4 / 12.0 14.6 / 16.8 20.8 / 24
AC branch circuit protection (A) 10 / 10 15 / 15 20 / 25 30 / 30
Frequency nominal / range (Hz) 60 / 60.5 to 59.3
Power factor >.99
Total harmonic distortion % < 5
Standby losses (W) < 0.3
AC input terminals and conductor 3 / 4-12 AWG Al Cu
Maximum output fault current (AC) and duration
(A AC) (µs) 30 / 100 50 / 100 70 / 100 96 / 100
AC synchronization in-rush current (A AC) < 0.5
Installation features
Integrated AC / DC disconnect xi: AC / DC Disconnect with 36 A AC and 40 A DC rating
x: No AC or DC disconnect
AC and DC surge protection Yes
Inverter architecture Isolated High Frequency
Mechanical and Environmental Specifications
Mounting Wall mount
Enclosure construction Aluminum
Unit weight lbs / kg 42 / 19 52 / 24 69 / 32 70 / 32
Unit dimensions H x W x D (in / mm) xi: 30 x 14 x 8.25 / 762 x 356 x 210
x: 17.75 x 14 x 8.25 / 451 x 356 x 210
Operating and storage temperature range (°F / °C) (-4 to 140 / -20 to 60)
Noise emissions (db) < 35
Humidity (%) 0 to 95 non condensing
Enclosure rating NEMA 3R
Cooling Natural convection
Altitude (m/ft) 2000 / 6600
Communications and user interface
User interface Interactive LCD screen with 3 LED status indicators
Connectivity RS485 / S0 output
Agency approvals / Regulatory compliance
UL / IEEE / CSA / FCC UL 1741 2nd Ed 2010 / IEEE 1547 / FCC Class B
Fault signal relay Potential free normally open contact
Polarity safeguard Short circuit diode
Ground fault detection and interruption (GFDI) Compliant with NEC 690.5 GFDI for use with grounded PV systems
