Schneider ElectricConext XW

Conext XW is an adaptable pure sine wave, single-phase and three-phase inverter/charger system with global grid-tie functionality and dual AC power inputs. Available solar charge controllers, monitoring, and automated generator control modules enable further adaptability. From single Conext XW units to multiple clusters of units, up to 36kW each, the Conext XW is a scalable system that allows for the integration of solar capacity as required.

Adaptable and scalable, the Schneider Electric Conext XW system is the One Solution for global grid-interactive and off-grid, residential and commercial, solar and backup power applications.

One Solution for Global Power

Products Shown: Schneider Electric Conext XW inverter/charger, XW PDP, XW CB, and MPPT 60 150 solar charge controller

ConextTM XW System

Easy to Install

• Devices Configure Quickly into a Stylish Wall Mounted System

• Inverters Connect Both Grid and Generator Power with Dual AC Input

Flexible

• Adapts to Single and Three-phase Systems

• Scales for Residential or Large Power Installations

• Supports DC Coupled and AC Coupled Solutions

Easy to Service

• Remote Monitoring and Configuration

• Replaceable Boards and Components

• Global Support

Higher Return on Investment

• Sell Power to the Utility with Global Grid Sell Function

• Harness the Continuously Declining Production Cost of Solar Power

• Hybrid Integration of Generator Reduces Diesel Fuel Costs

Why Select Conext XW?

> Commercial Backup Power

> Commercial Off-grid Solar with Battery Backup

> Commercial Grid-interactive Solar with Battery Backup

> Residential Backup Power

> Residential Off-grid Solar

> Residential Grid-interactive Solar with Battery Backup

> Community Electrification

Applications for the Conext XW

The Conext XW grid interactive feature-set is a key enabler for residential self consumption systems and utility demand response systems. Conext XW supports both AC Coupled and DC Coupled self-consumption models. Communications functionality allows utility operators remote access to Conext XW. Conext XW is compatible with Lithium Ion battery packs.

The Future

> Commercial Grid-interactive Solar with Battery Backup

In addition to providing backup power for commercial operations, the Conext XW easily integrates Photovoltaic (PV) power reducing business dependency on utility power by offsetting consumption and increasing the return on investment. Conext XW can also manage load shifting to avoid expensive time-of-day electricity charges. Integrating PV power in regions with weak or intermittent grid power will allow businesses to operate for extended periods of time without grid power.

Conext XW systems can be scaled up to 36kW and configured for single-phase, split-phase or three-phase power. The Conext XW easily integrates with a generator to further increase business operating time when the grid is down. The control and monitoring capabilities of the Conext XW system provides businesses with management information to ensure dependability is maintained and systems operate as they should.

> Commercial Backup Power

Conext XW integrates with commercial building switchgear to seamlessly and instantly convert power from battery reserves to maintain operation of critical loads such as security, data and communication systems, as well as pumps and machinery when the power grid fails or browns out. When utility power is readily available, the Conext XW will keep the battery bank fully charged, ready for the next time.

Conext XW systems can be scaled up to 36kW and configured for single-phase, split-phase or three-phase power. The Conext XW easily integrates with a generator for extended backup time.

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> Commercial Off-grid Solar

Wherever independent off-grid power is required for the operation of remote farms, monitoring stations, telecom towers or work camps, the Conext XW is a cost effective replacement for a diesel generator.

If PV production is insufficient or unavailable to meet demand, a generator can be integrated by the Conext XW and managed by the Automatic Generator Start (AGS) module to assist with loads and recharge batteries as required. For existing off-grid diesel generator power systems, integrating a Conext XW will facilitate the decrease in both generator run time and corresponding fuel costs.

The control and monitoring capabilities of the Conext XW system provides power management information for operators and peace of mind that remote property is secure and power dependent systems are operating as they should.

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Residential Load

> Residential Backup Power

Homeowners embrace the Conext XW because it allows for fully-automated, hassle-free, backup power.

Unlike a plug-in backup power pack or portable generator, the Conext XW inverter/charger is integrated into the electrical system and seamlessly converts power from battery reserves to support critical loads such as pumps, security systems, refrigerators and electronics in the event of a power outage or brown-out. When utility power is readily available, the XW will keep the battery bank fully charged and ready for the next grid failure. The Conext XW easily integrates with a generator for extended backup power.

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Residential Load

> Residential Grid-interactive Solar with Backup

In addition to providing residential backup power, the Conext XW’s ability to easily integrate PV power will help reduce household dependency on utility power by offsetting consumption.

Conext XW supports DC coupled and AC coupled grid-tie systems. Conext XW’s grid-interactive feature also provides a means to sell excess power back to the utility, qualifying homeowners for locally available feed-in tariff programs and green tax credits, further increasing the return on investment. The Conext XW easily integrates with a generator for extended backup power.

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> Residential Off-grid Solar

For off-grid home owners, Conext XW inverter chargers provide AC power from batteries. Conext XW systems Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) solar charge controllers enable PV modules to directly charge batteries. The pure sine wave output and high surge capabilities of Conext XW inverter/chargers start and run pumps with ease, enabling key water and sewage systems, and assisting smaller generators in starting difficult loads. The Conext XW can integrate a fuel based generator enabling cost effective hybrid off-grid power solutions.

The control and monitoring capabilities of the Conext XW system provides off-grid home owners with management information to ensure dependability is maintained and systems operate as they should.

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Community Loads

> Rural / Community Electrification

Conext XW is adaptable and scalable, powering off-grid communities around the world and helping them qualify for renewable energy funding programs to establish reliable, high-quality localized community power plants. By coupling to renewable PV energy generation through the DC system, Conext XW delivers a more affordable AC power solution than traditional off-grid systems that rely on power supplied from diesel generators alone.

Conext XW community based off-grid systems scale up in 36 kW clusters and are expandable at any time. Conext XW supplies a standard AC voltage grid, enabling communities to not only benefit from the low cost and wide variety of common AC appliances and tools, but also from the continuously declining cost of renewable PV power generation. Conext XW will also integrate diesel generators into a hybrid off-grid system increasing the flexibility and reliability of the entire system while still reducing community dependence on the ever increasing cost of fuel generators.

Remote system monitoring and management is available for the supervision of Conext XW and supporting system components.

The Schneider Electric Conext XW system is the One Solution for grid-interactive and off-grid, residential and commercial, solar and backup power applications.

XW PDP(865-1015)

The XW PDP Power Distribution Panel with conduit box is factory-wired and labeled to support North American code-compliant Conext XW inverter installations. Additional wiring and breaker kits can be added to a single XW PDP to integrate up to three Conext XW and four MPPT solar charge controllers.

XW CB(865-1025)

The XW CB Conduit Box attaches to the bottom of a single Conext XW concealing all wiring creating a neat and square installation alongside both the XW PDP and MPPT Solar Charge Controllers.

XW CK(865-1020)

The XW CK Connection Kit is a wiring kit and single conduit box used to connect a second Conext XW to the XW PDP. All wires are measured, pre-cut and labeled for quick and easy installation.

SCP(865-1050)

The XW SCP System Control Panel provides a single point of control to setup and monitor an entire system of Conext XW inverter/chargers, MPPT Solar Charge Controllers, XW AGS modules.

AGS(865-1060)

The XW AGS Automatic Generator Start module automatically controls activation of a generator to provide Conext XW with power to recharge depleted batteries or assist with heavy loads. The XW AGS adds intelligent power management and eliminates time spent monitoring batteries and inverter loads.

Conext Combox Communication Device(865-1058)

Operators of Conext solar systems can now remotely monitor yield performance using devices of their choice, such as personal computers, tablet devices, or building management systems. Conext CM is compatible with Xanbus protocol devices.

MPPT 60 150 Solar Charge Controller(865-1030-1)

The MPPT 60 150 Solar Charge Controller tracks the maximum power point of a photovoltaic (PV) array to deliver the maximum available DC current directly to the battery bank for charging. Deployable as stand-alone unit or in multiples, the MPPT 60 150 also fully integrates with the Conext XW inverter/charger as a system.

MPPT 80 600 Solar Charge Controller

(865-1032)

The MPPT 80 600 Solar Charge Controller offers an industry-first set of features and top performance that allows for large PV array systems to be easily installed and DC Coupled to the battery bank at the lowest overall cost. Fast Sweep™ MPPT charging technology helps harvest the most energy available from the PV array, even in partial shade conditions. 80 A of battery charge current allows for the connection of PV arrays rated up to 600 V. Deployable as stand-alone unit or in multiples, the MPPT 80 600 also fully integrates with the Conext XW inverter/charger as a system.

Conext XW Accessories

Conext XW Series (230 V / 50 Hz)

Device short name XW4024 230 50 XW6048 230 50Electrical specificationsContinuous power 4.0 kVA 6.0 kVA

Surge rating 8.0 kVA (20 sec) 12.0 kVA (15 sec)

Output current 17.4 A 26.1 A

Peak output current 35 A 53 A

Input current at rated power 178 A 131 A

Type of signal True sine wave True sine wave

Automatic transfer relay 56 A 56 A

Typical transfer time 8 ms 8 ms

DC input voltage (nominal) 25.2 V 50.4 V

Input voltage limits 22 to 32 V 44 to 64 V

Charging current 150 A 100 A

Power factor corrected charging 0.98 0.98

Auxiliary relay output 0 to 12 V, maximum 250 mA DC 0 to 12 V, maximum 250 mA DC

Power consumption (search mode) < 7 W < 7 W

AC input voltage (nominal) 230 V +/- 3% 230 V +/- 3%

Input voltage limits (bypass/charge mode) 165 to 280 V (230 V nominal) 165 to 280 V (230 V nominal)

Frequency 50 Hz +/- 0.1 Hz 50 Hz +/- 0.1 Hz

AC input frequency range (bypass/charge mode) 40 to 68 Hz (50 Hz nominal) 40 to 68 Hz (50 Hz nominal)

Total harmonic distortion (THD) < 5% at rated power < 5% at rated power

AC connections AC1 (Grid), AC2 (Generator) AC1 (Grid), AC2 (Generator)

AC input breaker 60 A single-pole 60 A single-pole

Utility interactive Available Available

EfficiencyPeak 94.0% 95.4%

General specificationsIP degree of protection IP20 (sensitive electric components sealed inside enclosure)

Product weight 52.5 kg (116.0 lb) 55.2 kg (121.7 lb)

Shipping weight 74.0 kg (163.0 lb) 76.7 kg (169.0 lb)

Product dimensions (H x W x D) 58 x 41 x 23 cm (23.0 x 16.0 x 9.0 in) 58 x 41 x 23 cm (23.0 x 16.0 x 9.0 in)

Shipping dimensions (H x W x D) 71.1 x 57.2 x 39.4 cm 71.1 x 57.2 x 39.4 cm (28.0 x 22.5 x 15.5 in) (28.0 x 22.5 x 15.5 in)

Device mounting Wall mount (backplate included) Wall mount (backplate included)

Ambient air temperature for operation -25°C to 70°C (-13°F to 158°F) (power derated above 45°C (113°F))

System Network and Remote Monitoring Available Available

Warranty Five-year standard Five-year standard

Part number 865-1045-61 865-1035-61

Features and optionsDisplay type Status LEDs indicate AC In status, faults/warnings, equalize mode, On/Off and equalize button battery level.

Three-character display indicates output power or charge current

Supported battery types Flooded (default), Gel, AGM, custom Flooded (default), Gel, AGM, custom Flooded (default), Gel, AGM, custom

Battery bank size 100 to 2000 Ah (scaled to PV array size)

Battery temperature sensor Included Included

Non volatile memory Yes Yes

Multiple unit configurations Single-phase: up to four parallel units. Three-phase: two units per phase

Regulatory approvalCE marked according to the following EU directives and standards:

EMC Directive EN61000-6-1, EN61000-6-3, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3

Low Voltage Directive EN50178

RCM Marked and Compliant AS 4777.2, AS 4777.3, AS/NZS 3100

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Conext XW Series (120 / 240 V / 60 Hz)

Device short name XW4024 120 240 60 XW6048 120 240 60Electrical specifications Continuous power 4.0 kVA 6.0 kVA

Surge rating 8.0 kVA (20 sec) 12.0 kVA (15 sec)

Peak output current L-N: 70 A (20 sec), L-L: 35 A (20 sec) L-N: 105 A (15 sec), L-L: 52.5 A (15 sec)

Input current at rated power 178 A 130 A

Type of signal True sine wave True sine wave

Automatic transfer relay 60 A 60 A

Typical transfer time 8 ms 8 ms

DC input voltage (nominal) 25.2 V 50.4 V

Input voltage limits 22 to 32 V 44 to 64 V

Charging current 150 A 100 A

Power factor corrected charging 0.98 0.98

Auxiliary relay output 0 to 12 V, maximum 250 mA DC 0 to 12 V, maximum 250 mA DC

Idle consumption (search mode) < 8 W < 8 W

AC input voltage (nominal) 120 / 240 V split-phase 120 / 240 V split-phase

AC output voltage L-N: 120 V +/- 3%; L-L: 240 V +/- 3% L-N: 120 V +/- 3%; L-L: 240 V +/- 3%

Input voltage limits (bypass/charge mode) L-N: 80 to 150 V (120 V nominal); L-L: 160 to 270 V (240 V nominal)

AC1 voltage range (sell mode) L-N: 108 to 130 +/- 1.5 V; L-L: 214 to 260 +/- 3.0 V (automatically adjusts when entering sell mode)

Frequency 60 +/-0.1 Hz 60 +/-0.1 Hz

AC input frequency range (bypass/charge mode) 55 to 65 Hz (default); 44 - 70 Hz (allowable)

AC1 frequency range (sell mode) 59.4 to 60.4 +/- 0.05 Hz (automatically adjusts when entering sell mode)

Total harmonic distortion (THD) < 5% < 5%

AC connections AC1 (Grid), AC2 (Generator) AC1 (Grid), AC2 (Generator)

AC input breaker 60 A two-pole 60 A two-pole

Utility interactive Yes Yes

CEC power rating 4.0 kW 5.752 kW

EfficiencyPeak 94.0% 95.4%

CEC weighted 91.0% 92.5%

General specificationsNEMA degree of protection NEMA1R (Indoor rating) (sensitive electronic components sealed inside enclosure)

Product weight 52.5 kg (116.0 lb) 55.2 kg (121.7 lb)

Shipping weight 74.0 kg (163.0 lb) 76.7 kg (169.0 lb)

Product dimensions (H x W x D) 58 x 41 x 23 cm (23.0 x 16.0 x 9.0 in) 58 x 41 x 23 cm (23.0 x 16.0 x 9.0 in)

Shipping dimensions (H x W x D) 71.1 x 56.5 x 26.7 cm (28.0 x 22.3 x 10.5 in) 71.1 x 56.5 x 26.7 cm (28.0 x 22.3 x 10.5 in)

Ambient air temperature for operation -25 to 70°C (-13 to 158°F) (power derated above 45°C (113°F))

System Network and Remote Monitoring Available Available

Warranty Five-year standard Five-year standard

Part number 865-1010 865-1000-01

Features and optionsDisplay type Status LEDs indicate AC In status, faults/warnings, equalize mode, battery level. Three-character display indicates output power or charge current, fault/warning codes. On/off and equalize buttons

Supported battery types Flooded (default), Gel, AGM, custom Flooded (default), Gel, AGM, custom

Battery bank size 100 to 2000 Ah (scaled to PV array size)

Battery temperature sensor Included Included

Multiple-unit configurations Split-phase: up to four parallel units in 120/240 V. Three-phase: up to two units per phase (six units total)

Regulatory approvalsSafety UL1741, CSA 107.1

EMC FCC and Industry Canada Class B

Interconnect IEEE 1547 and CSA 107.1

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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