690.4 PV general rules
What changed in 690.4
New 690.4(G) covers floating PV arrays on ponds, lakes and other water: equipment must be identified for that use and wired to handle movement.
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- New 690.4(G) covers PV equipment that floats on water or is mounted to a floating structure.
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This section across NEC® editions
2020 NEC®Revised
The list of PV equipment that must be listed or field labeled grew, and electronic power converters are allowed where they aren't readily accessible.
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New 690.4(G) covers floating PV arrays on ponds, lakes and other water: equipment must be identified for that use and wired to handle movement.
2026 NEC®Revised
New 690.4(G) settles PV math: round the final volt or amp result to the nearest whole number, dropping fractions under 0.5.
Open the 2026 page →More 2023 changes in Article 690
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