690.13 PV disconnect
What changed in 690.13
Redundant material was removed.
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- 690.13 now refers to 705.20, the source disconnect rules, since many sites have more than one power source.
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This section across NEC® editions
2020 NEC®Revised
The PV disconnect rules grew: it must lock open, must be one of five device types, and needs locked or tool-opened covers where unqualified people can reach it.
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This section did not change from 2020 to 2023.
2026 NEC®RevisedYou're here
Redundant material was removed.
More 2026 changes in Article 690
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