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howardwheeler
Explorer
Mar 27, 2017

What are the differences in a T4 connector and a MC4?

I've never hooked up solar panels before and now face two different connectors: T4 and MC4. Is one better than the other or more suitable for particular applications? And most important, do they plug...
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brulaz
Explorer
Mar 28, 2017
Since we're talking about solar panel connectors, is there something out there that's designed to be connected/disconnected more frequently?

The mc4s (or equiv) don't seem to be designed for it. I've got the tool to disconnect but still ...

Thinking about a portable solar system. Perhaps just regular 120VAC connectors? Or something a bit more waterproof?

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