Solar taps that are UL listed “suitable for line side of the service equipment. NEC 230.46

[Jriggins7]

Buchanan makes a UL listed tap (BTap) that says “suitable for use on line side of the service equipment”. Just failed an inspection for using an ilsco and the Burndys (which are identical to the BTap but serial numbers are different) aren’t suitable but UL listed. This has been an issue since the first of the year everywhere but this is the only device I found that is suitable for line side of service equipment and allowed me to pass my inspection. Buchanan BTap Cat # BTC4/0-10 is what I used (service conductors 4/0-3 AWG and tap 2-10 AWG) and has a tap amp rating of up to 130 amps (which you’ll never get to off res solar), misinterpreted thinking it was the service amperage.

Buchanan BTap

 

[don_resqcapt19]

There are at least two brands that have listed devices now.

Line Side Connectors | UL Solutions Code Authorities

Find UL Certified line side connectors that comply with NEC Section 230.46 for connectors suitable for use on the line side of service equipment.

code-authorities.ul.com

 

[MinaAmeli]

Would anyone happen to have the document for the Buchanan BTAP Connector showing the NEC230.46 compliance? I called their customer service to get it but they told me to email a request and they'll mail me a paper copy. I kind of need it sooner than that.. Working on a project for my boss's dad.

 

[baserunner4]

I've had success using this product. Their documentation is listed on the website showing the NEC 230.46 compliance.

Line Side of Equipment

Effective Jan. 1, 2023, NEC 230.46 requires wire connectors used for splicing or tapping conductors on the line side of the service to be tested as suitable for this use. NSI is pleased to announce…

www.nsiindustries.com

 

[MinaAmeli]

I've had success using this product. Their documentation is listed on the website showing the NEC 230.46 compliance.

Line Side of Equipment

Effective Jan. 1, 2023, NEC 230.46 requires wire connectors used for splicing or tapping conductors on the line side of the service to be tested as suitable for this use. NSI is pleased to announce…

www.nsiindustries.com

Thank you so much!! We never do taps and the installer is insisting on it. It's been driving me crazy!!