String Sizing Intro

String Sizing

Solar Design Calculator: Determine optimal string length based on inverter MPPT voltage windows and temperature-corrected module specifications. Calculate minimum and maximum modules per string for NEC compliance and ensure system compatibility across all operating conditions.

Module Specifications
Voltage at STC 25C
Voltage at max power
Enter as positive or negative (both work)
Enter as positive or negative (both work)
Temperature Parameters
Typical: 25C for roof-mount, 20C for ground-mount
Inverter Specifications
Absolute max voltage (NEC 690.7)
Recommended String Configuration
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String Voltage (Hot)
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String Voltage (Cold)
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Calculation Details
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About String Sizing and NEC 690.7
String sizing determines the optimal number of solar modules to connect in series based on inverter specifications and temperature conditions. Per NEC 690.7, maximum system voltage must be calculated at the coldest expected temperature, as module voltage increases in cold weather and decreases in hot weather. This calculator ensures strings operate within the inverter MPPT window at hot temperatures for maximum energy harvest, while staying below maximum input voltage at cold temperatures to prevent equipment damage. Proper string sizing prevents overvoltage damage, optimizes efficiency, ensures code compliance, and maximizes performance across all conditions.