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Solar Cable Sizing Calculator for PV DC Circuits

Use this GEESYS calculator to estimate a suitable solar cable cross-section for PV strings, combiner box feeders, and inverter-side DC runs. Enter the design current, system voltage, cable route length, allowable voltage drop, and conductor material to get a planning recommendation.

This tool is useful during preliminary sizing for rooftop and ground-mounted solar systems where cable heating and voltage drop both matter for performance and safety.

Enter Design Inputs

Enter the maximum expected current for the circuit.
Enter the nominal PV DC voltage of the circuit.
Enter the one-way route length from source to load.
Typical design value for DC solar circuits is 1% to 3%.
Copper provides lower resistance and often smaller cable size.

Estimated Result

Recommended Cable Size -
Estimated Voltage Drop -
Estimated Cable Ampacity Range -

Results will appear here after calculation. Final cable selection should be checked against installation method, ambient temperature, grouping factor, and applicable standards.

Calculation Notes

  • The calculator estimates conductor cross-section using a DC voltage-drop method based on current, route length, conductor material, and allowable voltage drop.
  • Recommended cable size is rounded up to the next common standard size such as `4 sq.mm`, `6 sq.mm`, `10 sq.mm`, `16 sq.mm`, or `25 sq.mm`.
  • Final engineering selection should also verify current-carrying capacity, insulation rating, temperature correction, conduit fill, and site code requirements.
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