enphase IQ6-60-2-US, IQ6PLUS-72-2-US, IQ 6 Micros Installation And Operation Manual

INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL

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Enphase IQ 6 and IQ 6+ Micros

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Corporate Headquarters Contact Information

Enphase Energy Inc.
1420 N. McDowell Blvd.
Petaluma, CA 94954
USA

enphase.com/en-us/support/contact

FCC Compliance

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment off and on, you are encouraged to try to correct the interference
by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is

connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance may void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Other Information

Product information is subject to change without notice. All trademarks are recognized as the property of
their respective owners.

User documentation is updated frequently; Check the Enphase website (enphase.com/support) for the
latest information.

To ensure optimal reliability and to meet warranty requirements, the Enphase Microinverter must be
installed according to the instructions in this manual. For warranty text refer to enphase.com/warranty.

For Enphase patent information refer to enphase.com/company/patents/.
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Audience

This manual is intended for use by professional installation and maintenance personnel.

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Table of Contents

Important Safety Information .......................................................................................................................................... 5

Read this First .................................................................................................................................................. 5

Product Labels ................................................................................................................................................. 5

Safety and Advisory Symbols........................................................................................................................... 5

IQ 6 Microinverter Safety Instructions .............................................................................................................. 5

PV Rapid Shutdown Equipment (PVRSE) ....................................................................................................... 7

The Enphase IQ System................................................................................................................................................. 8

How the Enphase IQ 6 and IQ 6+ Micros Work ............................................................................................... 9

System Monitoring ....................................................................................................................................... 9

Optimal Reliability ........................................................................................................................................ 9

Ease of Design ............................................................................................................................................. 9

Planning for Microinverter Installation........................................................................................................................... 10

Compatibility ................................................................................................................................................... 10

Grounding Considerations.............................................................................................................................. 10

Branch Circuit Capacity .................................................................................................................................. 11

Utility Service Requirements .......................................................................................................................... 11

Wire Lengths and Voltage Rise ...................................................................................................................... 11

Lightning and Surge Suppression .................................................................................................................. 12

Parts and Tools Required ............................................................................................................................................. 13

Enphase Equipment ................................................................................................................................... 13

Other Items ................................................................................................................................................ 13

Enphase Microinverter Installation................................................................................................................................ 14

Step 1: Position the Enphase Q Cable ........................................................................................................... 15

Step 2: Position the Q Aggregator or Junction Box ........................................................................................ 15

Step 3: Mount the Microinverters ................................................................................................................... 16

Step 4: Create an Installation Map ................................................................................................................. 17

Step 5: Manage the Cabling ........................................................................................................................... 18

Step 6: Connect the Microinverters ................................................................................................................ 18

Step 7: Terminate the Unused End of the Cable............................................................................................ 19

Step 8: Complete Installation of Junction Box or an Enphase Q Aggregator ................................................. 20

Step 9: Connect the PV Modules ................................................................................................................... 20

Step 10: Energize the System ........................................................................................................................ 21

Set Up and Activate Monitoring ...................................................................................................................... 21

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................................................ 22

Status LED Indications and Error Reporting .................................................................................................. 22

LED Operation ........................................................................................................................................... 22

DC Resistance Low – Power Off Condition ............................................................................................... 22

Other Faults ............................................................................................................................................... 23

Troubleshoot an Inoperable Microinverter...................................................................................................... 24

Disconnect a Microinverter ............................................................................................................................. 25

Install a Replacement Microinverter ............................................................................................................... 26

Ordering Replacement Parts .......................................................................................................................... 28

Enphase Q Cable Planning and Ordering ...................................................................................................... 28

Connector Spacing Options ........................................................................................................................... 28

Cabling Options .............................................................................................................................................. 28

Enphase Q Cable Accessories....................................................................................................................... 29

Technical Data .............................................................................................................................................................. 30

Technical Considerations ............................................................................................................................... 30

Grid Interconnection Details ........................................................................................................................... 31

Grid Profiles ............................................................................................................................................... 31

Manufacturer’s Stated Accuracy ................................................................................................................ 31

Volt VAr Characteristics ............................................................................................................................. 32

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SA9: Low/High Voltage/Frequency Ride Through (L/HV/FRT) and Must Trip Settings ............................. 32

SA10: Low/High Frequency Ride Through (L/H FRT) and Must Trip Settings .......................................... 33

SA11: Ramp Rate (RR) and Soft Start (SS) .............................................................................................. 33

SA12: Specified Power Factor (SPF), aka (INV3) ..................................................................................... 33

SA13: Volt/VAr Mode (VV) ......................................................................................................................... 33

SA14: Frequency-Watt (FW) ...................................................................................................................... 34

SA15: Volt-Watt (VW) ................................................................................................................................ 34

Specifications ................................................................................................................................................. 35

IQ6-60-2-US Microinverter Specifications .................................................................................................. 35

IQ6PLUS-72-2-US Microinverter Specifications ........................................................................................ 38

Q Cable Specifications ............................................................................................................................... 40

Enphase Connector Ratings ...................................................................................................................... 40

Enphase Installation Map ............................................................................................................................... 41

Sample Wiring Diagram: ................................................................................................................................ 42

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Important Safety Information

Read this First

This manual contains important instructions for use during installation and maintenance of the IQ 6 Micro™ and the
IQ 6+ Micro™.

IMPORTANT: Enphase IQ Series Microinverters require the Q Cable and are not compatible with previous Enphase
cabling. An Envoy-S is required to monitor performance of the IQ Microinverters. The Q Accessories work only with
Enphase IQ Series Microinverters.

Product Labels

The following symbols appear on the product label and are described here:

WARNING: Hot surface.

DANGER: Refer to safety instructions.
DANGER: Risk of electrical shock.
Refer to manual
Double-insulated

Safety and Advisory Symbols

To reduce the risk of electric shock, and to ensure the safe installation and operation of the Enphase IQ System, the
following safety symbols appear throughout this document to indicate dangerous conditions and important safety
instructions.

DANGER:

This indicates a hazardous situation, which if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING:

This indicates a situation where failure to follow instructions may be a safety hazard or cause
equipment malfunction. Use extreme caution and follow instructions carefully.

WARNING:

This indicates a situation where failure to follow instructions may result in burn injury.

NOTE:

This indicates information that is very important for optimal system operation. Follow instructions
closely.

IQ 6 Microinverter Safety Instructions

General Safety

DANGER: Risk of

electric shock.
Risk of fire.

Only use electrical system components approved for wet locations.

Only qualified personnel should install, troubleshoot, or replace Enphase Microinverters or Enphase
Q Cable and Accessories.

Ensure that all AC and DC wiring is correct and that none of the AC or DC wires are pinched,
shorted or damaged. Ensure that all AC junction boxes and Enphase Q Aggregators are properly
closed.

Do not exceed the maximum number of microinverters in an AC branch circuit as listed in the
manual. You must protect each microinverter AC branch circuit with a 20 A maximum breaker or
fuse as appropriate.

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DANGER: Risk of
electric shock.

Do not use Enphase equipment in a manner not specified by the manufacturer. Doing so may cause
death or injury to persons, or damage to equipment.

Be aware that installation of this equipment includes risk of electric shock.

The DC conductors of this photovoltaic system are ungrounded and may be energized.

Always de-energize the AC branch circuit before servicing. While connectors are rated for
disconnect under load, Enphase does not recommend disconnecting the DC connectors under load.

WARNINGS:

Before installing or using the Enphase Microinverter, read all instructions and cautionary markings
in the technical description, on the Enphase equipment and on the photovoltaic (PV) equipment.

Do not connect Enphase Microinverters to the grid or energize the AC circuit(s) until you have
completed all of the installation procedures and have received approval from the electrical utility.

When the PV array is exposed to light, DC voltage is supplied to the power conversion equipment
(PCE).

Risk of equipment damage. Enphase male and female connectors must only be mated with the
matching male/female connector.

NOTES:

To ensure optimal reliability and to meet warranty requirements, install the Enphase equipment
according to the instructions in this manual.

The AC and DC connectors on the cabling are rated as a disconnect only when used with an
Enphase Microinverter.

Protection against lightning and resulting voltage surge must be in accordance with local standards.

Perform all electrical installations in accordance with all applicable local electrical codes, such as:
the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1; ANSI requirements; and NPFA 70 (NEC).

Microinverter Safety

WARNING: Risk of

skin burn.

The chassis of the Enphase Microinverter is the heat sink. Under normal operating conditions, the
temperature could be 20° C above ambient, but under extreme conditions the microinverter can
reach a temperature of 90° C. To reduce risk of burns, use caution when working with
microinverters.

DANGER: Risk of
fire.

The DC conductors of the PV module must be labeled “PV Wire” or “PV Cable” when paired with

the Enphase Microinverter.

DANGER: Risk of
electric shock. Risk
of fire.

Only qualified personnel may connect the Enphase Microinverter to the utility grid.

Do not attempt to repair the Enphase Microinverter; it contains no user-serviceable parts. If it fails,
contact Enphase customer service to obtain a return merchandise authorization (RMA) number and
start the replacement process. Tampering with or opening the Enphase Microinverter will void the
warranty.

WARNING: Risk of

equipment damage
Install the microinverter under the PV module to avoid direct exposure to rain, UV, and other
harmful weather events. Always install the microinverter bracket side up. Do not mount the
microinverter upside down. Do not expose the AC or DC connectors (on the Enphase Q Cable, PV
module, or the microinverter) to rain or condensation before the connectors are mated.

The maximum open circuit voltage of the PV module must not exceed the specified maximum input
DC voltage of the Enphase Microinverter.

WARNING: Risk of

equipment damage

You must match the DC operating voltage range of the PV module with the allowable input voltage
range of the Enphase Microinverter.

The Enphase Microinverter is not protected from damage due to moisture trapped in cabling
systems. Never mate microinverters to cables that have been left disconnected and exposed to wet
conditions. This voids the Enphase warranty.

The Enphase Microinverter functions only with a standard, compatible PV module with appropriate
fill-factor, voltage, and current ratings. Unsupported devices include smart PV modules, fuel cells,
wind or water turbines, DC generators, and non-Enphase batteries, etc. These devices do not
behave like standard PV modules, so operation and compliance is not guaranteed. These devices
may also damage the Enphase Microinverter by exceeding its electrical rating, making the system
potentially unsafe.

NOTES:

The Enphase Microinverter has field-adjustable voltage and frequency trip points that may need to
be set, depending upon local requirements. Only an authorized installer with the permission and
following requirements of the local electrical authorities should make adjustments.

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Enphase Q Cable and Accessory Safety

DANGER: Risk of

electric shock.

Do not install the Enphase Q Cable terminator while power is connected.

WARNING: Risk
of electric shock.
Risk of fire.

When stripping the sheath from the Q Cable, make sure the conductors are not damaged. If the
exposed wires are damaged, the system may not function properly.

Do not leave AC connectors on the Q Cable uncovered for an extended period. You must cover any
unused connector with a sealing cap.

Make sure protective sealing caps have been installed on all unused AC connectors. Unused AC
connectors are live when the system is energized.

WARNING:

Use the terminator only once. If you open the terminator following installation, the latching
mechanism is destroyed. If the latching mechanism is defective, do not use the terminator. Do not
circumvent or manipulate the latching mechanism.

When installing the Enphase Q Cable, secure any loose cable to minimize tripping hazard.

NOTES:

When looping the Enphase Q Cable, do not form loops smaller than 4.75” (12 cm) in diameter.

Provide support for the Enphase Q-Cable every 1.8m (6 feet).

If you need to remove a sealing cap, you must use the Enphase disconnect tool.

When installing the Enphase Q Cable and accessories, adhere to the following:

•

Do not expose the terminator cap or cable connections to directed, pressurized liquid (water

jets, etc.).

•

Do not expose the terminator or cable to continuous immersion.

•

Do not expose the terminator cap or cable connections to continuous tension (e.g., tension due

to pulling or bending the cable near the connection).

•

Use only the connectors provided.

•

Do not allow contamination or debris in the connectors.

•

Use the terminator cap and cable connections only when all parts are present and intact.

•

Do not install or use in potentially explosive environments.

•

Do not allow the terminator to come into contact with open flame.

•

Fit the terminator cap using only the prescribed tools and in the prescribed manner.

•

Use the terminator to seal the conductor end of the Enphase Q Cable; no other method is

allowed.

PV Rapid Shutdown Equipment (PVRSE)

This product is UL Listed as PV Rapid Shut Down Equipment and conforms with NEC-2014 and NEC-2017 section 690.12 and
C22.1-2015 Rule 64-218 Rapid Shutdown of PV Systems, for AC and DC conductors, when installed according to the following
requirements:

•

Microinverters and all DC connections must be installed inside the array boundary. Enphase further requires that the

microinverters and DC connections be installed under the PV module to avoid direct exposure to rain, UV, and other
harmful weather events.

•

The array boundary is defined as 305 mm (1 ft.) from the array in all directions, or 1 m (3 ft.) form the point of entry inside

a building.

This rapid shutdown system must be provided with an initiating device and (or with) status indicator which must be installed in a
location accessible to first responders, or be connected to an automatic system which initiates rapid shutdown upon the activation of
a system disconnect or activation of another type of emergency system.

The initiator shall be listed and identified as a disconnecting means that plainly indicates whether it is in the “off” or “on” position.

Examples are:

•

Service disconnecting means

•

PV system disconnecting means

•

Readily accessible switch or circuit breaker

The handle position of a switch or circuit breaker is suitable for use as an indicator. Refer to NEC or CSA C22.1-2015 for more
information.

Additionally, in a prominent location near the initiator device, a placard or label must be provided with a permanent marking
including the following wording:

’PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEM EQUIPPED WITH RAPID SHUTDOWN’ The term ‘PHOTOVOLTAIC’ may be replaced with ‘PV.’
The placard, label, or directory shall be reflective, with all letters capitalized and having a minimum height of 9.5 mm (3/8“) in white

on red background.

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The Enphase IQ System

The Enphase IQ System includes:

• Enphase IQ 6 and/or IQ 6+ Micros The smart grid ready IQ6 and IQ6+ Micros convert the DC
output of the PV module into grid-compliant AC power.

• Enphase IQ Envoy™ (ENV-IQ-AM1-240) The Enphase IQ Envoy is a communication device that
provides network access to the PV array. The IQ Envoy collects production and performance data
from the Enphase IQ Microinverters over on-site AC power lines and transmits the data to
Enlighten through an Internet or cellular modem connection. The IQ Envoy is capable of
monitoring up to 600 Enphase IQ Microinverters and up to 39 Enphase IQ Batteries. For details,
refer to Enphase IQ Envoy Installation and Operations Manual.

• Enphase Enlighten™ web-based monitoring and management software. Installers can use
Enlighten Manager to view detailed performance data, manage multiple PV systems, and
remotely resolve issues that might impact system performance. Find out more at

enphase.com/enlighten.

• Enphase Installer Toolkit™ mobile app for iOS and Android devices. It allows installers to
configure the system while onsite, eliminating the need for a laptop and improving installation
efficiency. You can use the app to:

o Connect to the IQ Envoy over a wireless network for faster system setup and

verification

o View and email a summary report that confirms a successful installation
o Scan device serial numbers and sync system information with Enlighten monitoring

software

• Enphase IQ Battery™ (IQ6PLUS-B1200-LL-I-US00-RV1)

• Enphase Q Aggregator™ (Q-BA-3-1P-60) Aggregates up to three fully populated 20A branch

circuits and supports solar arrays of up to 11.5 kW AC with a single rooftop aggregator.

• Enphase Q Commercial Aggregator: (Q-BA-3-3P-35) Aggregates three fully populated Q Cable
branch circuits and outputs a single, three-wire branch circuit of 35A that can be installed on a
40A max OCPD.

• Enphase Field Wireable connectors (Q-CONN-10F and Q-CONN-10M) Make connections from
any Q Aggregator, Q Cable, or open Field Wireable connector.

This manual details the safe installation and operation of the Enphase Microinverter.

NOTE: To ensure optimal reliability and to meet warranty requirements, the Enphase
Microinverter must be installed according to the instructions in this manual.

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How the Enphase IQ 6 and IQ 6+ Micros Work

The Enphase Microinverter maximizes energy production by using a sophisticated Maximum Power Point
Tracking (MPPT) algorithm. Each Enphase Microinverter individually connects to one PV module in your
array. This configuration enables an individual MPPT to control each PV module, ensuring that maximum
power available from each PV module is exported to the utility grid regardless of the performance of the
other PV modules in the array. While an individual PV module in the array may be affected by shading,
soiling, orientation, or PV module mismatch, each Enphase Microinverter ensures top performance for its
associated PV module.

System Monitoring

Once you install the Enphase IQ Envoy and provide an internet connection through a broadband router or
modem, the Enphase IQ Microinverters automatically begin reporting to Enlighten. Enlighten presents
current and historical system performance trends, and informs you of PV system status.

Optimal Reliability

Microinverter systems are inherently more reliable than traditional inverters. The distributed nature of a
microinverter system ensures that there is no single point of system failure in the PV system. Enphase
Microinverters are designed to operate at full power at ambient temperatures as high as 65 C (150 F).

Ease of Design

PV systems using Enphase Microinverters are very simple to design and install. You will not need string
calculations or cumbersome traditional inverters. You can install individual PV modules in any
combination of PV module quantity, type, age and orientation. Each microinverter quickly mounts on the
PV racking, directly beneath each PV module. Low voltage DC wires connect from the PV module directly
to the co-located microinverter, eliminating the risk of personnel exposure to dangerously high DC
voltage.

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Planning for Microinverter Installation

The Enphase IQ 6 Micro is compatible with 60-cell PV modules, and the IQ 6+ Micro supports PV
modules with 60 or 72 Cells. Both install quickly and easily. The microinverter housing is designed for
outdoor installation and complies with the NEMA 250, type 6 environmental enclosure rating standard:

NEMA 6 rating definition: Indoor or outdoor use primarily to provide a degree of protection
against hose-directed water, the entry of water during occasional temporary submersion at a
limited depth, and damage from external ice formation

The Enphase Q Cable is available in multiple connector spacing options for landscape and portrait
orientations in 60 and 72-cell PV modules to meet varying site requirements. For Enphase Q Cable
ordering information, see “Enphase Q Cable Planning and Ordering” on page 28.

Compatibility

The Enphase IQ 6 and IQ 6+ Micros are electrically compatible with PV modules as listed in the
following table. For specifications, see “Technical Data” on page 30 of this manual. You can refer to the
Enphase Compatibility Calculator at: enphase.com/en-us/support/module-compatibility to verify PV
module electrical compatibility. To ensure mechanical compatibility, be sure to order the correct
connector type for both microinverter and PV module from your distributor.

WARNING: Risk of fire. The PV module DC conductors must be labeled "PV Wire" or "PV
Cable” to comply with NEC for Ungrounded PV Power Systems.

Microinverter model

Connector type

PV module cell count

IQ6-60-2-US

MC-4 locking type

Pair only with 60-cell modules.

IQ6PLUS-72-2-US

MC-4 locking type

Pair with 60 or 72-cell modules

Grounding Considerations

The IQ 6 Micro and the IQ 6+ Micro do not require grounding electrode conductors (GEC) or equipment
grounding conductors (EGC). Your Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) may require you to bond the
mounting bracket to the racking. If so, use UL2703 hardware or star washers. The microinverter itself has
a Class II double-insulated rating, which includes ground fault protection (GFP). To support GFP, use
only PV modules equipped with DC cables labeled PV Wire or PV Cable.

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Branch Circuit Capacity

Plan your AC branch circuits to meet the following limits for maximum number of microinverters per
branch when protected with a 20 amp (maximum) over current protection device (OCPD).

Maximum IQ 6 Micros

per AC branch circuit (240 VAC)

Maximum IQ 6+ Micros

per AC branch circuit (240 VAC)

16

13

Maximum IQ 6 Micros

per AC branch circuit (208 VAC)

Maximum IQ 6+ Micros

per AC branch circuit (208 VAC)

14

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Utility Service Requirements

The Enphase IQ 6 and IQ 6+ work with single-phase service. Measure AC line voltages at the electrical
utility connection to confirm that it is within the ranges shown:

240 Volt AC, Single Phase

L1 to L2

211 to 264 VAC

L1, L2 to ground

106 to 132 VAC

208 Volt AC, Single Phase

L1 to L2

183 to 229 VAC

L1, L2 to ground

106 to 132 VAC

Wire Lengths and Voltage Rise

When planning the system, you must select the appropriate AC conductor size to minimize voltage rise.
Select the correct wire size based on the distance from the beginning of the microinverter AC branch
circuit to the breaker in the load center. Enphase recommends a voltage rise total of less than 2% for the
sections from the microinverter AC branch circuit to the breaker in the load center.

Enphase provides guidance about choosing wire size and maximum conductor lengths in the Voltage
Rise Technical Brief at enphase.com/support. Refer to this brief for voltage rise values in Enphase Q
Cables and on how to calculate voltage rise in other wire sections of the system.

Standard guidelines for voltage rise on feeder and AC branch circuit conductors might not be sufficient for
microinverter AC branch circuits that contain the maximum allowable microinverters. This is due to high
inherent voltage rise on the AC branch circuit.

Best practice: Center-feed the branch circuit to minimize voltage rise in a fully-populated
branch. This practice greatly reduces the voltage rise as compared with an end-fed branch.
To center-feed a branch, divide the circuit into two sub-branch circuits protected by a single
OCPD. Using the Q Aggregator is a convenient way to do this.

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Lightning and Surge Suppression

Enphase Microinverters have integral surge protection, greater than most traditional inverters. However, if
the surge has sufficient energy, the protection built into the microinverter can be exceeded, and the
equipment can be damaged. For this reason, Enphase recommends that you protect your system with a
lightning and/or surge suppression device. In addition to having some level of surge suppression, it is also
important to have insurance that protects against lightning and electrical surges. Enphase has tested the
devices in the following tables.

Residential

Commercial

• Citel DS72-RS-120 surge protector; data sheet

• Delta LA-302 lightning arrestor; website

• Midnite solar surge protection device MNSPD-300 or

MNSPD-300FM (with flush mount box); website

• Citel DS73-RS-G surge protector; data sheet

• Delta LA-303 lightning arrestor; website

NOTE: Protection against lightning and resulting voltage surge must be in accordance with
local standards.

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Parts and Tools Required

In addition to the microinverters, PV modules, and racking, you will need the following:

Enphase Equipment

• Enphase IQ Envoy communications gateway (ENV-IQ-AM1-240) required to monitor solar

production. For installation information, refer to the Enphase IQ Envoy Installation and
Operations Manual.

• Enphase Installer Toolkit

Download the Enphase Installer Toolkit mobile app and open it to log in to your
Enlighten account. With this app, you can scan microinverter serial numbers and
connect to the IQ Envoy to track system installation progress. To download, go to

enphase.com/toolkit or scan the QR code at right.

• Tie wraps or Q Cable Clips (Q-CLIP-100)

• Enphase Sealing caps (Q-SEAL-10) for any unused drops on the Enphase Q Cable

• Enphase Terminator (Q-TERM-10) typically two needed per branch circuit

• Enphase Disconnect Tool (Q-DISC-10)

• Enphase Q Aggregator (Q-BA-3-1P-60) single-phase, for multiple branch circuits (optional)

• Enphase Q Commercial Aggregator (Q-BA-3-3P-60) three phase, for multiple branch circuits

(optional)

• Field Wireable Connectors (male and female: Q-CONN-10M and Q-CONN-10F)

• Enphase Q Cable:

Cable Model

Connector Spacing

PV Module

Orientation

Connector Count per

box

Q-12-10-240

1.3m

Portrait

240

Q-12-17-240

2.0m

Landscape (60-cell)

240

Q-12-20-200

2.3m

Landscape (72-cell)

200

Other Items

• Number 2 and 3 screwdrivers

• Wire cutters, voltmeter

• Torque wrench, sockets, wrenches for mounting hardware