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Can I replace solar panel cables, or it will damege my warranty?

Victron blue power solar panels 175W/ 12V

Cables in those panels are 4mm and 90cm in length, so is not good for me. I would like to replace them for ticker and longer, but is this damage my warranty?



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kevgermany answered ·

Better to just connect longer and possibly heavier cables using the MC4 plugs already fitted. These connectors are only rated for 30A, so unless you need the thicker cable to reduce losses on long cables, 4mm2 is sufficient on the panel.

You'll only get higher than this current with many panels in parallel. You can't increase current through a panel. Better to reduce current and increase voltage by building a system with panels in series or series/parallel configuration.

From your question, I'd suggest you talk to someone with more experience.

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alex-van answered ·

Thanks for answering, that quickly.

But still I would like to know, will I be able to do basic things like changing the cable without damaging my warranty, with simple answer (Y/N) .

And yes I would like to avoid loses because of the length of cable, and also I'm not fan of connection - just continuous lengths only- No suprise that way. You never know if the connection will end up in some unwanted place. Less connection less losses, less chance of damages. Simply...

Sooooo...

Y/ N?

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kevgermany avatar image kevgermany ♦♦ commented ·
For questions about warranty, please talk to your dealer.

For me you want to exchange an imaginary problem that doesn't exist, with a real one.

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klim8skeptic answered ·

less chance of damages.

Opening up a sealed junction box?

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alex-van avatar image alex-van commented ·

Yes, job no bigger than changing socket in any home appliance.

It's just CABLE, but people here talk about like it is some sort of science.

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