Solectria ENC- Connectivity Package – PORT-C510
MPN Number:
PORT-C510
Solectria PORT-C510
Solectria ENC-G5 Ethernet Network CardThe Solectria ENC-G5 Ethernet Network Card is designed to enhance your energy management system with its advanced connectivity capabilities. This powerful device enables remote communications and troubleshooting, making it easier for users to monitor their inverter performance. Ideal for various inverter models, the ENC-G5 ensures seamless data logging and user-friendly access to energy management tools, providing significant benefits for both residential and commercial applications.
Product Features
Remote Monitoring Capabilities
The Solectria ENC-G5 Ethernet Network Card offers reliable remote monitoring features, allowing users to track inverter performance and settings from anywhere. This capability gives users the convenience of managing their solar energy systems without being on-site, ultimately saving time and improving efficiency.
Flexible Communications Options
This product supports a range of communication protocols such as Modbus and Ethernet, ensuring compatibility with various inverters and monitoring solutions. With this flexibility, users can easily integrate the ENC-G5 into existing energy management setups, enhancing usability and functionality.
Programmable Data Logging
Featuring a customizable data sampling rate from 1 to 20 minutes, the ENC-G5 allows users to log crucial performance parameters according to their specific needs. This programmable data logging is essential for detailed monitoring and can help identify trends over time, facilitating better management decisions.
Simple Installation with DIN Rail Enclosure
The ENC-G5 is conveniently provided with a DIN rail enclosure, simplifying the installation process. Being able to install it directly in the inverter’s wiring box minimizes the need for additional equipment, making it an ideal choice for users looking for simplicity and efficiency in setup.
Cellular Communication Alternatives
This network card offers cellular communication options that cater to data needs for up to 10 or 32 inverters, depending on the SIM card selected. These options stabilize connectivity in diverse conditions, ensuring reliable data transmission and enhanced accessibility to monitoring platforms.
How It Works
The Solectria ENC-G5 Ethernet Network Card operates as a versatile data logger and communications hub for inverters. It connects using standard communication protocols, gathers essential data, and transmits it to monitoring solutions, creating a comprehensive overview of system performance that is easy to access and analyze.
Connection to Inverters
The ENC-G5 can connect to multiple inverters through RS485, enabling it to collect and transmit data efficiently. This robust connection supports significant scalability, giving users the ability to monitor larger arrays easily.
Communication Protocol Support
This network card utilizes various industry-standard protocols, such as SunSpec XML and HTTPS, ensuring reliable data exchange between devices and the monitoring portal. This broad compatibility improves integration options with numerous third-party communications platforms.
Remote Firmware Upgrades
With the support for remote firmware upgrades, the ENC-G5 enables users to maintain up-to-date functionality without the need for on-site visits. This feature enhances user experience by simplifying maintenance and reducing downtime for equipment updates.
Specifications
| Specification Title | Specification Value |
| DC Input Voltage | 9-24 Vdc, 28 Vdc max |
| Power Consumption | 2.5 W typical; Max 5 W |
| Ambient Temperature Range | -22°F to 185°F (-30°C to +85°C) |
| Relative Humidity | 5 to 85%, Non-condensing |
| Data Logging Duration | 30 days based on 20-minute intervals |
| Installed Size (H x W x D) | 2.72 in x 3.98 in x 0.83 in (69 mm x 101 mm x 21 mm) |
| Weight (Card) | 0.16 lb (73 g) |
| Weight (With Enclosure) | 0.65 lb (296 g) |
| Number of Inverters Supported | Up to 32 Inverters |
| <strong.Cellular Data Provider Options | AT&T or T-Mobile |
