{"product_id":"san-dfshp-154-mc4-evo2","title":"Firefighter Safety Switch 4P 2xMPPT 40A 1000V with MC4 and 1 x M12 gland (EVO 2)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description santon-firefighter-safety-switch\"\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n    \u003ch1\u003eSanton Firefighter Safety Switch 4P 40A 1000V 2xMPPT MC4 EVO2\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n```\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The \u003cstrong\u003eSanton Firefighter Safety Switch EVO2\u003c\/strong\u003e is an automatic, remote-operated DC isolation system designed to provide rapid disconnection of the DC output from a solar PV array. It is designed for use with photovoltaic installations where rapid shutdown of the DC supply is required to improve safety for firefighters, emergency responders and building occupants.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  This \u003cstrong\u003e40A 1000V 4-pole firefighter safety switch\u003c\/strong\u003e is configured for \u003cstrong\u003e2 MPPT inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e and is supplied pre-wired with \u003cstrong\u003e8 MC4 connectors\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e1 x M12 cable gland\u003c\/strong\u003e. The motorised switching system allows the PV array to be disconnected remotely from a dedicated control interface.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n```\n\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"key-specifications\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eSanton EVO2 Firefighter Safety Switch Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n```\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Santon\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Firefighter Safety Switch EVO2\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e SAN-DFSHP-154-MC4-EVO2\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwitch Configuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 Pole (4P)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Current:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40A\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Voltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1000V DC\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMPPT Configuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 MPPT\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMC4 Connections:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 x MC4 connectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCable Gland:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 x M12 gland\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Automatic \/ remote motorised disconnection\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solar PV DC rapid isolation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n```\n\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"firefighter-safety\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eSolar PV Firefighter Safety\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n```\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Solar PV modules can continue generating DC electricity while exposed to sunlight, even when other parts of a property's electrical installation have been isolated. The Santon Firefighter Safety Switch provides a means of remotely disconnecting the DC output from the PV array to help reduce the presence of live DC cabling within a building during an emergency.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  When activated, the system disconnects the PV installation through the motorised switching mechanism. This allows the DC supply from the solar array to be shut down from the designated control point, helping provide a safer environment for emergency personnel accessing the property.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n```\n\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"remote-operation\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eAutomatic and Remote DC Disconnection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n```\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The EVO2 Firefighter Safety Switch is designed for \u003cstrong\u003eautomatic and remote operation\u003c\/strong\u003e. The PV array can be disconnected through a simple action at the associated control-panel interface.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Depending on the wider Santon system configuration, remote actuation can also be achieved using a mobile phone network. This provides additional flexibility for installations where remote shutdown capability is required.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n```\n\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"electrical-configuration\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003e40A 1000V 4P Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n```\n\u003cp\u003e\n  This model is rated at \u003cstrong\u003e40A and 1000V DC\u003c\/strong\u003e and uses a 4-pole switching arrangement. The unit is configured to accommodate two MPPT circuits, making it suitable for compatible solar PV systems incorporating two independent string inputs.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The switch is supplied pre-wired with \u003cstrong\u003e8 MC4 connectors\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing the required PV connection points for the specified configuration. An \u003cstrong\u003eM12 cable gland\u003c\/strong\u003e is also included for the associated cabling arrangement.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n```\n\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"mc4-connections\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003ePre-Wired MC4 Connections\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n```\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The Santon EVO2 is supplied with \u003cstrong\u003e8 x MC4 connectors\u003c\/strong\u003e already configured as part of the unit. This provides a straightforward connection arrangement for compatible PV strings while reducing the amount of additional DC connector preparation required during installation.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Always verify connector compatibility, polarity, voltage, current and system configuration before installation.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n```\n\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"pv-applications\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eApplications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n```\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eResidential solar PV installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCommercial solar PV systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo-MPPT photovoltaic installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePV systems requiring remote DC isolation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFirefighter and emergency-response safety systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSolar installations requiring automatic PV array shutdown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n```\n\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"installation\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eInstallation Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n```\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The Santon Firefighter Safety Switch should be installed by a suitably qualified solar PV or electrical installer in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions and all applicable electrical requirements.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The complete PV system should be assessed to ensure that the switch rating, number of poles, maximum DC voltage, maximum current, MPPT configuration and connector arrangement are suitable for the installation.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Correct integration with the associated control panel and remote shutdown system is essential to ensure that the firefighter safety function operates as intended.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n```\n\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"important-information\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n```\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e40A maximum current rating.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1000V DC maximum voltage rating.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4-pole switching configuration.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDesigned for installations incorporating 2 MPPT circuits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSupplied with 8 x MC4 connectors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSupplied with 1 x M12 cable gland.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMotorised system designed for automatic and remote DC disconnection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInstallation must be completed by a suitably qualified person.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBuy-to-order product.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n```\n\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"product-summary\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eSanton Firefighter Safety Switch EVO2 Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n```\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The \u003cstrong\u003eSanton SAN-DFSHP-154-MC4-EVO2 Firefighter Safety Switch\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 40A 1000V 4-pole DC isolation solution for compatible solar PV installations. Designed around a two-MPPT configuration, it includes \u003cstrong\u003e8 MC4 connectors and 1 M12 cable gland\u003c\/strong\u003e and provides automatic, motorised and remote disconnection of the PV array.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  By enabling the DC output from the solar array to be disconnected remotely, the EVO2 is designed to help improve electrical safety during emergency situations and provide firefighters with a safer environment when accessing buildings containing solar PV systems.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n```\n\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Santon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58383856566604,"sku":"SAN-DFSHP-154-MC4-EVO2","price":305.57,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1048\/7742\/4972\/files\/SAN-DFSHP-14-MC4.avif?v=1787351660","url":"https:\/\/clearraysolar.co.uk\/products\/san-dfshp-154-mc4-evo2","provider":"ClearRay Solar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}