Solar Connectors

Solar connectors are of various types, MC3, MC4, PV, and Tyco Solarlok take up the majority of the market share. The most common one is the MC4 solar connector. They are made to connect solar components to combine the complete solar system.

The connectors on solar panels are usually called solar connectors, and it usually used to connect the components in the solar system.

The MC3 connector does not incorporate a positive locking mechanism and can become disconnected while the solar panels are producing electricity causing dangerous arcing.

MC4 connectors are single-contact electrical connectors commonly used for connecting solar panels. The MC in MC4 stands for the manufacturer Multi-Contact (now Stäubli Electrical Connectors) and the 4 for the 4 mm diameter contact pin.

Most of the MC4 connectors in the market are providing an IP67 waterproof and dustproof. All of the BougeRV MC4 connectors are IP67 waterproof and dustproof and offer a 25 years after-sale service.

Shouldn't! Solar panels produce direct current, due to the constant flow of DC current, once the current is too high, the circuit board is prone to burn out. So do not use MC4 connectors for AC without the inverter or you may burn the wires. The inverter can turn DC power to AC power to connect the solar system safely.

Yes, you can use AC cable for solar panel. In a solar power project, various cable types are required for a solar power project, including both DC and AC cables.

Typically, a cable gauge of 10 to 14 is required, and many solar panels come with pre-attached wires that are 10AWG / 6mm². If you are uncertain about the appropriate wire gauge for your solar panels, feel free to seek our advice.

You may not use speaker wire for solar panels. Solar power transmission requires a higher electrical efficiency than what speaker wire is designed for. And solar panel cables have a more durable insulation sleeve to withstand outdoor elements, whereas speaker wires are typically intended for indoor use.