{"product_id":"imo-dc-solar-isolator-pv-disconnect-switch-600v-32a","title":"IMO DC Solar Isolator 600V 32A (UL)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"sapphire-title\"\u003eIMO DC Solar Isolator Switch – 600V 32A PV Disconnect\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eWhen it comes to solar, \u003cstrong\u003eDC safety is not optional\u003c\/strong\u003e. This IMO DC Solar Isolator is purpose-built to safely disconnect photovoltaic arrays under load — something standard AC switches are not designed to handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eAvailable in \u003cstrong\u003e1-string\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e2-string\u003c\/strong\u003e configurations, this is a professional-grade solar disconnect for permanent, inspected, and higher-voltage PV installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-callout sapphire-callout-yellow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-callout-title\"\u003e⚠️ Built for Code-Compliant Solar Installs\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"callout-p\"\u003eThis IMO isolator is \u003cstrong\u003ecUL \/ cRUus certified\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it suitable for Canadian solar installations requiring electrical inspection and approval.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"callout-p\"\u003eWhen working with \u003cstrong\u003ehigher-voltage or larger solar arrays\u003c\/strong\u003e, using properly certified DC equipment helps ensure safe operation, reliable disconnect under load, and smoother inspection sign-off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sapphire-title\"\u003eWhy Use an Isolator Switch?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eSolar panels can produce dangerous DC voltage whenever they are exposed to light. Even if the inverter or charge controller is turned off, the PV wiring can still remain live unless there is a proper disconnect installed between the array and the equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eA DC isolator switch gives you a safe, intentional way to shut off solar input for maintenance, troubleshooting, emergency service, or equipment replacement. This is especially important on higher-voltage strings where pulling connectors apart under load can create arcing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eUsing a proper \u003cstrong\u003eDC-rated, cUL-certified isolator\u003c\/strong\u003e helps protect the installer, the equipment, and the building. For inspected installations, it also shows that the system was built with recognized, purpose-designed solar safety equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sapphire-title\"\u003eWhy You’ll Love This\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"sapphire-checklist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTRUE DC switching\u003c\/strong\u003e — purpose-built for solar, not a reworked AC switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ecUL \/ cRUus certified\u003c\/strong\u003e — suitable for Canadian electrical installations and inspections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRated for larger arrays\u003c\/strong\u003e — 600V DC, 32A capacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLockable OFF position\u003c\/strong\u003e — safer servicing and clearer shutdown control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutdoor-rated enclosure\u003c\/strong\u003e — IP66 \/ NEMA-rated protection for solar environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrusted IMO quality\u003c\/strong\u003e — a recognized vendor used in professional PV systems worldwide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sapphire-title\"\u003eAvailable Variants\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"sapphire-spec-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVariant\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 String\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSI32-PEL64R-2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle-string solar arrays\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 String\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSI32-PEL64R-4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDual-string solar arrays\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sapphire-title\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"sapphire-spec-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSI32-PEL64R-2 \/ SI32-PEL64R-4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplication\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolar PV DC Isolation \/ PV Disconnect\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRated Current\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePublished System Rating\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e600V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 String \/ 2 String\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePoles\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 Pole \/ 4 Pole\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWire Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 – 12 AWG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEnclosure Rating\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP66 \/ NEMA-4X\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e180 × 98 × 107 mm\u003cbr\u003e(7.1\" × 3.9\" × 4.2\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSwitch Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRotary DC Isolator\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOFF Position\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLockable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-40°C to +45°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCanadian Approval\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ecUL \/ cRUus, UL508, UL508i PV Disconnect\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAdditional Global Approvals\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCE, TÜV, GOST, IEC CB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRelevant Standards\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUL508i, UL508, IEC 60947-3, IEC 60364-7-712\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sapphire-title\"\u003eConfidence for Larger Solar Systems\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eAs solar systems grow in size and voltage, proper DC switching becomes more critical. This isolator is designed to reliably interrupt higher-energy DC circuits where equipment choice matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eFor installations that require inspection — or where long-term reliability matters — using \u003cstrong\u003ecertified, purpose-built equipment\u003c\/strong\u003e helps reduce risk and supports a cleaner, more professional installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eSimpler systems may still use more basic disconnect options, but for \u003cstrong\u003epermanent installations, higher voltages, or larger solar arrays\u003c\/strong\u003e, using a certified isolator like this helps ensure consistent performance and long-term reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sapphire-title\"\u003eSuggested Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"sapphire-checklist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRooftop solar array isolation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGround-mount solar systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOff-grid cabins and homes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRV, trailer, and mobile solar systems using higher-voltage arrays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisconnect between solar panels and inverter or charge controller\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstallations requiring electrical inspection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-cta-group\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fuses-circuit-protection\" class=\"sapphire-cta\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eShop Circuit Protection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sapphire-title\"\u003eFrequently Asked\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan I use a standard AC disconnect instead?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. AC switches are not designed to interrupt DC current safely. DC arcs do not self-extinguish the same way AC arcs do, so a TRUE DC-rated isolator should be used for solar PV circuits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs this suitable for inspected Canadian installations?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This IMO isolator carries cUL \/ cRUus approval and is suitable for Canadian solar installations requiring electrical inspection and approval, provided it is installed correctly as part of a compliant system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDo I need an isolator if my inverter already has a PV switch?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOften, yes. A dedicated PV isolator provides a clear and accessible disconnect point between the solar array and the equipment. Exact requirements depend on system design and local electrical code.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDo I still need fuses or breakers with this isolator?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. An isolator switch is for disconnecting power; it is not overcurrent protection. Solar strings and conductors should still be fused or protected where required. Browse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fuses-circuit-protection\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efuse and circuit protection options\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eShould I choose the 1-string or 2-string version?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the 1-string version for a single PV string. Choose the 2-string version when you need to isolate two solar strings in one enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"IMO Precision Controls","offers":[{"title":"Single","offer_id":52904098857279,"sku":"IMO-2104","price":125.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Double","offer_id":52904098890047,"sku":"IMO-2106","price":165.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/6803\/8463\/files\/IMO_SI32-PEL64R_white_bg_500px.webp?v=1777996839","url":"https:\/\/sapphirebattery.ca\/products\/imo-dc-solar-isolator-pv-disconnect-switch-600v-32a","provider":"Sapphire Energy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}