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Disconnect Boxes and Breakers => E Panel's, Disconnect Boxes and Breakers => Topic started by: NeilK on January 27, 2011, 05:53:31 PM

Title: 80 Amp DIN Breakers?
Post by: NeilK on January 27, 2011, 05:53:31 PM
I was wondering if Midnight Solar is planning to offer any din breakers higher than 50-amp (for the 300 volt model) now that their new Classic CC is out? Unfortunately my box doesn't take post mounted breakers.

-Neil
Title: Re: 80 Amp DIN Breakers?
Post by: Doug on January 27, 2011, 05:58:43 PM
Hi Neil,

There are no immediate plans to offer higher than 50 amp for the 300 VDC breakers.

Doug
Title: Re: 80 Amp DIN Breakers?
Post by: NeilK on January 27, 2011, 06:00:45 PM
Any plans for higher than 63 Amps for the 150 volt ones?  Looks like I may have to grab the MNEDC quad box...

-Neil
Title: Re: 80 Amp DIN Breakers?
Post by: Doug on January 27, 2011, 07:07:32 PM
Neil
The DIN rail breakers are currently only available (to us also) up to 63 amps.
We do offer panel mount breakers for higher amperages although, as you said that would require you to use another box.

Doug
Title: Re: 80 Amp DIN Breakers?
Post by: keyturbocars on January 28, 2011, 06:55:18 PM
That MNEDC Quad is a great little box.  I've bought 2 of them.  Nice to be able to have breakers as high as 100 amps in a small package.

Edward
Title: Re: 80 Amp DIN Breakers?
Post by: DavidN on March 02, 2011, 02:22:18 PM
I'm new to this forum but have been letting a beef brew for a while.  The MNEDC Quad box is simply too small.  I'm old (but definitely still kicking), my hands are tired, worn out and hurt when it's cold or damp and there's just not enough room to work in these.  I've been looking around for an alternative solution but can't find one.  Maybe if the front face could swing forward on a simple hinge it would make it easier; or if they were simply twice the size.
Title: Re: 80 Amp DIN Breakers?
Post by: Halfcrazy on March 02, 2011, 02:47:35 PM
How about a Mini DC Disconnect? They can be had in a standard version that will hold 3 panel mount breakers or the Plus version that holds 6 panel mount breakers. They come with or without a battery breaker and the front door swings open. They come setup so you can use either din rail or panel mount breakers here is a link to the plus version. http://www.midnitesolar.com/productPhoto.php?product_ID=233&productCatName=MINI%20-%20DC%20DISCONNECT&productCat_ID=8
Title: Re: 80 Amp DIN Breakers?
Post by: nigel on March 02, 2011, 02:57:03 PM
HC , I was´not aware that the MN Mini Dc is now available without the main DC Battery breaker, can you confirm this.

Regards Nigel
Title: Re: 80 Amp DIN Breakers?
Post by: Halfcrazy on March 02, 2011, 03:18:51 PM
Actually I misspoke on that We can not sell the Mini DC without some breaker in there. We can sell it with our adapter and a smaller surface mount breaker in there though.
Title: Re: 80 Amp DIN Breakers?
Post by: DavidN on March 02, 2011, 03:38:16 PM
Breakers on the side are a problem in many applications.  I understand the limitations here with the studs on the backs of the breakers.  Can a box be manufactured from a MNDCplus case and simply provide punched openings to panel mount breakers to the front cover?  If we dress the wires nicely in this much more spacious box the door can open and close without a problem.
Title: Re: 80 Amp DIN Breakers?
Post by: zynatlinnck54 on March 19, 2011, 06:50:00 AM
I need breakers higher than 50-amp (for the 300 volt model) for my new power plant project. can you suggest me something?
Title: Re: 80 Amp DIN Breakers?
Post by: Robin on March 22, 2011, 12:41:41 AM
We have an 80 amp/300VDC panel mount breaker in stock. 1.5" wide. Not sure if it is on the price list yet, but we do have it. It was bought for the MidNite Clipper project. That project is in the works, but the breaker can be purchased now. If it is not on our price list, then e-mail walter@midnitesolar.com for pricing and a dealer.
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