SMA SUNNY TRIPOWER 5.0 SMART ENERGY - Connecting CAN communication cable

7 Electrical Connection
SMA Solar Technology AG
Operating ManualSTPx0-3SE-40-BE-en-1050
11. Tighten the swivel nut.
12. Remove the protective cap from the CAN & DIG-I/
O socket.
13. Insert the connector for battery communication
connection into the CAN & DIG-I/O socket. The
connector must snap audibly into place on both
sides.
7.5.3 Connecting CAN communication cable
Communication between inverter and battery
• Communication between the inverter and the battery takes place via the battery
communication cable via CAN bus.
Additionally required material (not included in the scope of delivery):
☐ 1 battery communication cable for the communication between inverter and battery
☐ Bootlace ferrules (only for multi-core stranded wire, usable length of the ferrule at least
12mm)
Network cable (SBS to switch, battery to switch) requirements:
☐ Twisted pair conductors
☐ Cable category: minimum CAT5e
☐ Cable with shielding: Yes
☐ Conductor cross-section: 0.2mm² to 1.5mm²
☐ External diameter: 5.3mm to 7mm
☐ Maximum cable length: 10 m
☐ UV-resistant for outdoor use.
☐ Recommendation: Use a network installation cable with 1-core rigid wire
☐ Comply with the requirements of the battery manufacturer.