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APSmart RSD-S-20A PLC Rapid Shutdown Device

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Description

The APsmart RSD-S-PLC Rapid Shutdown Device is a module-level solar safety solution designed for residential and commercial PV systems. It uses PLC communication and initiates rapid shutdown when the transmitter signal is lost.

The device meets SunSpec requirements and supports NEC 2017, 2020 & 2023 Section 690.12 rapid shutdown requirements.

Key Features

  • NEC 2017, 2020 & 2023 (690.12) compliant
  • SunSpec compatible
  • PLC communication
  • 10.5–80V DC operating range
  • 20A maximum continuous current
  • 25A maximum short-circuit current
  • 1000V / 1500V maximum system voltage
  • NEMA Type 6P / IP68 enclosure
  • Operating temperature: -40°C to +85°C

Technical Specifications

Specification Details
Model RSD-S-20A
Operating Voltage 10.5–80V DC
Max. Continuous Current 20A
Max. Short-Circuit Current 25A
Max. System Voltage 1000V / 1500V
Communication PLC
Enclosure NEMA 6P / IP68
Dimensions 140 × 32 × 18 mm

Ideal for solar installations requiring module-level rapid shutdown, SunSpec communication, and NEC 690.12 compliance.

Note: The RSD-S-PLC does not provide automatic shutdown based on arc detection.

SPECIFICATIONS

BrandAPsmart
ProductRapid Shutdown Device (RSD)
SeriesRSD-D (Duo)
ModelRSD-D-20
Manufacturer Part Number (MPN)446101
CommunicationPLC (SunSpec compliant)
Input Operating Voltage8–65V per channel
Max Continuous Input Current (Imax)20A per channel
Max Short Circuit Current (Isc)25A
Output Operating Voltage16–130V
Max Continuous Output Current20A
Maximum System Voltage1000V / 1500V
Maximum Series Fuse Rating30A
Operating Temperature-40°C to +75°C (-40°F to +167°F)
Enclosure RatingNEMA Type 6P / IP68
Protection Temperature100°C
Dimensions (without cable & connectors)5.5" × 2" × 0.8" (140 × 50.6 × 20 mm)
Cable LengthInput 500mm / Output 2400mm
Cable SizeTÜV: 4mm² / UL: 12AWG
Connector (Input)Stäubli MC4 PV-KBT4 & KST4 (or customized)
Connector (Output)APsystems specified (or customized)
Safety ComplianceNEC 2017/2020/2023 (690.12); UL1741; CSA C22.2 No. 330-17; IEC/EN62109-1
EMC ComplianceFCC Part 15; ICES-003
Manufacturer Warranty25 Years
Performance Warranty25 Years
Case Quantity12
Shipping Weight1.73 lb
Shipping Dimensions5 × 1.2 × 0.5 in

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