Product recall: SMA calls in MLPE over rapid shutdown problem
The inverter maker conducted tests and found the branded SMA TS4-R-F-42 could not always supply the rapid shutdown function called for by a new U.S. safety standard when applied in commercial and industrial systems featuring its inverter tech.
CPS announces compatibility with Tigo‘s Flex MLPE for commercial rapid shutdown
The 50 & 60kW commercial inverters are NEC 2017 compliant, shipping now.
Tigo Internationally Recognized As Only MLPE Vendor With Certified Rapid Shutdown Solution For PV Module Manufacturers
UL and NRTL List 14 Module Suppliers with Tigo as NEC 2014 & 2017 Certified.
SMA adds TSR-4 MLPE solution for residential solar
SMA America has launched its new Power+ Solution, combining the Sunny Boy US inverter with the TS4-R Module Level Power Electronics (MLPE) platform, to optimize residential PV systems and ensure higher energy yields.
MLPE makers go vertical sell more units
Solar microinverters and power optimizer suppliers are embracing off-the-shelf integrated solar AC and smart modules as landscape for the MLPE sector evolves and grows, according to an IHS Markit analysis.
How long do residential solar inverters last?
Multiple factors affect the productive lifespan of a residential solar inverter. In Part 2 of our series, we look at solar inverters.
A new era of made-in-USA solar
There are both challenges and benefits to boosting solar manufacturing in America. The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 includes a host of measures to support the production of US renewable energy technologies and could foster a new era for made-in-America solar. pv magazine USA Senior Editor Anne Fischer explores the current status and outlook of US solar manufacturing.
Tigo releases design quality tool for large commercial solar
The module level power electronics provider also introduced an installer certification course.
Tigo unveils rapid shutdown tech for large PV installations
Tigo’s latest product has been certified by Underwriters Laboratories, a US-based testing organization. The company says the new tech can significantly reduce balance of system and labor costs.
Tigo Energy files patent lawsuit against SMA Solar in the US
The lawsuit is related to six alleged infringement claims regarding the US patents owned by Tigo Energy.
