{"product_id":"32a-solar-breaker-box-kit-2-pole-500v-dc-ip66","title":"32A Solar Circuit Breaker Box Kit — 2-Pole 500V DC, IP66","description":"\u003cdiv role=\"region\" class=\"sapphire-product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"sapphire-title\"\u003e32A Solar Breaker Box Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA roomier solar disconnect kit with cleaner wiring and a more practical mounting system.\u003c\/strong\u003e The LQX-C3B1PG combines a 32A, 2-pole, 500V DC miniature circuit breaker with a larger IP66-rated enclosure, four pre-installed cable glands and a clearly labelled wiring faceplate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eIt uses the same breaker as our compact solar breaker kit, with more room for routing and terminating your PV cables. An external metal mounting hanger lets you secure the enclosure without driving mounting screws through the housing, helping preserve its weather-resistant seal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-section-title\"\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"sapphire-checklist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMore wiring space\u003c\/strong\u003e — larger housing makes cable routing and terminal access easier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIP66 enclosure\u003c\/strong\u003e — protects against dust and powerful water jets when correctly assembled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExternal metal hanger\u003c\/strong\u003e — mount without penetrating the enclosure with screws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFour individual cable glands\u003c\/strong\u003e — one conductor per gland for a tidy, individually sealed installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClearly labelled faceplate\u003c\/strong\u003e — helps identify connections and reduce wiring confusion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect cable connections\u003c\/strong\u003e — no pre-installed MC4 whips or additional inline connector pairs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-callout sapphire-callout-blue\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-callout-title\"\u003eDirect Wiring. Fewer Connections.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"callout-p\"\u003eRun your PV cables through the glands and connect them directly to the breaker terminals. This kit comes without pre-installed MC4 cable whips, eliminating the additional inline connector pairs those whips would require. Fewer connection points means fewer places for poor crimps, mismatched connectors or loose connections to cause trouble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-section-title\"\u003eA Convenient PV Disconnect\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eInstalled between a compatible solar array and charge controller or inverter PV input, this kit provides an accessible ON\/OFF isolation point. It makes shutdowns, troubleshooting and servicing easier without repeatedly disturbing cable terminals or unplugging solar connectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eThe two poles operate together to disconnect the positive and negative conductors of one PV circuit. The breaker also provides overcurrent protection when correctly selected for the circuit, conductors and installation conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-section-title\"\u003eLarger Housing, Better Cable Management\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eThe larger enclosure gives you additional space to arrange conductors and reach the breaker terminals. Four pre-installed glands provide separate entries for the incoming positive and negative cables and the outgoing positive and negative cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eEach gland seals around one cable jacket. The labelled faceplate helps you identify the intended connections while wiring, making the installation easier to follow and inspect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-section-title\"\u003eMount Without Piercing the Housing\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eThe included external metal hanger provides a mounting point outside the sealed enclosure. This avoids the additional housing penetrations required by mounting screws driven through the back of the box and helps preserve the enclosure’s IP66 protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-callout sapphire-callout-yellow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-callout-title\"\u003eKeep the Weather Seal Working\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"callout-p\"\u003eUse one suitably sized cable per gland, tighten each gland around the cable jacket and ensure the cover seal is clean and properly seated. IP66 protection depends on correct installation and closure. A sheltered mounting location can also help extend service life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-section-title\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"sapphire-checklist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePV isolation between a solar array and compatible charge controller\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolar disconnects for compatible inverter PV inputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCabin, RV, workshop and other off-grid solar installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndoor or outdoor installations within the kit’s electrical and environmental ratings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-section-title\"\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"sapphire-checklist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32A, 2-pole, 500V DC miniature circuit breaker, pre-installed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarger IP66-rated enclosure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 × pre-installed individual cable glands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hanger, plus screws\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClearly labelled wiring faceplate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003ePV cables and MC4 cable whips are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-section-title\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-table-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"sapphire-spec-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"sapphire-spec-header\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpecification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eValue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKit Model\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLQX-C3B1PG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBreaker Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-pole DC miniature circuit breaker (MCB)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurrent Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRated DC Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e500V DC across the specified 2-pole configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImpulse Withstand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUimp: 4kV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBreaking Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIcu: 6kA\u003cbr\u003eIcs: 4.5kA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectrical Endurance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6,000 operations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMechanical Endurance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20,000 operations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBreaker Operating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e−20°C to +60°C; derating applies\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnclosure Protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP66 when correctly installed and closed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable Entries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 × pre-installed cable glands; one conductor per gland\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnclosure Mounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExternal metal hanger; no mounting screws through the housing required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWiring Identification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClearly labelled faceplate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBreaker Format\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-module DIN-rail MCB, approximately 36mm wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-callout sapphire-callout-red\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-callout-title\"\u003eSolar Wiring Remains Live in Daylight\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"callout-p\"\u003eSwitching this breaker OFF isolates the downstream circuit, but the cables and terminals on the solar-array side can remain energized whenever the panels are exposed to light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"callout-p\"\u003eBefore opening the enclosure or working on wiring, safely isolate all relevant sources and verify the absence of voltage. Do not unplug MC4 connectors under load. Follow the equipment shutdown procedure and appropriate electrical safety practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-section-title\"\u003eFrequently Asked\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow is this different from your compact 32A solar breaker kit?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt uses the same 32A, 2-pole, 500V DC breaker, but adds a larger IP66-rated housing, four individual pre-installed cable glands, an external metal mounting hanger and a clearly labelled faceplate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe larger housing provides more wiring space, while the hanger lets you mount the box without adding screw penetrations through the enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhy doesn’t this kit include MC4 cable whips?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect wiring lets you bring your own PV cables through the glands and terminate them at the breaker. This avoids the extra inline connector pairs needed for pre-installed MC4 whips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemoving those extra connections reduces potential connection problems and lets you choose cable lengths suited to your installation. Correct cable sizing, terminal tightening and gland sealing are still essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow are the four cable glands used?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a typical single-array installation, the four glands accommodate the incoming positive and negative conductors and the outgoing positive and negative conductors—one wire per gland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollow the faceplate identification and breaker wiring diagram. Each gland must seal around the cable’s outer jacket, and the cable diameter must fall within the gland’s specified sealing range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan I use the two poles for two separate solar arrays?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is intended for switching the positive and negative conductors of one PV circuit together. The 500V DC rating applies to the specified two-pole wiring configuration; it should not be assumed to apply to each pole independently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor separate arrays or separate MPPT inputs, use a correctly rated disconnect for each circuit unless the manufacturer explicitly approves another configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs it suitable for outdoor installation?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe enclosure is IP66-rated, providing protection against dust and powerful water jets when correctly installed and closed. The external mounting hanger avoids additional screw holes through the housing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the cover seal properly seated and tighten all cable glands around suitably sized cable jackets. IP66 does not mean the enclosure is suitable for submersion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDo I disconnect solar or the battery first?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany charge controllers specify disconnecting PV before disconnecting the battery, and reconnecting the battery before PV. Follow the shutdown and startup sequence in your controller or inverter manual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis breaker provides a convenient PV switching point, but switching it OFF does not remove voltage from the incoming array-side wiring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes this replace a solar surge protector?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. A miniature circuit breaker provides overcurrent protection and switching within its ratings. It does not regulate PV voltage or replace a surge protective device.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe array’s maximum open-circuit voltage, including its cold-weather increase, must remain within the ratings of the breaker and connected equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs the breaker replaceable?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It uses a standard two-module DIN-rail format. Any replacement must fit the enclosure and be suitable for the circuit’s DC voltage, current, interrupting capacity and required wiring configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChanging the breaker rating also requires checking conductor sizing and the rest of the installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sapphire Energy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55267845865791,"sku":"CB-PV2P32-500-KIT-L","price":29.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/6803\/8463\/files\/LQX_32A_Solar_Breaker_Kit_Large_white_bg_1__1600px.webp?v=1791408848","url":"https:\/\/sapphirebattery.ca\/products\/32a-solar-breaker-box-kit-2-pole-500v-dc-ip66","provider":"Sapphire Energy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}