Description
ECD Ovonics QA4-850-000 MC4 Solar Connector Reliability Tester 250V Uni-Solar
Benchtop vibration and continuity tester designed for MC4 solar connector qualification in photovoltaic manufacturing. Unit combines a 250V AC main controller with an integrated Netter Vibration NEA-5050 vibrator to stress-test MC4 connectors during production.
Specifications & What's Included
- Model: QA4-850-000 | Vibrator Serial: 100049630
- Main Power: 250V AC, 10A fuse; Vibrator: 110–115V AC, 0.46A, 50/60 Hz
- Vibration Force: 440/640 N at 3000/3600 min⁻¹; IP65 rated; 100% duty cycle
- Control: Green START, red STOP buttons; LCD display; TEST IN PROGRESS & Vibrator ON LEDs
- Tabletop: 36" × 24"; Overall: 36.25" × 24" × 45" H on steel stand
- Includes: Netter NEA-5050 vibrator, orange MC4 test pad (7" × 5.5"), Carr-Lane hold-down clamp, MC4 cable harness
- Rear 9-pin RS-232 serial interface for data logging (no PC/software provided)
Applications
MC4 connector reliability testing was standard in Uni-Solar and other photovoltaic module assembly lines. The tester applies controlled vibration to energized MC4 connectors to detect intermittent contact failures, corrosion resistance, and mechanical durability before modules ship. Compatible with standard MC4 photovoltaic connectors used across residential and commercial solar manufacturing throughout the 2000s–2010s.
This ECD Ovonics QA4-850-000 MC4 Solar Connector Reliability Tester is being sold as-is. It has not been powered or tested at our facility — we do not have the PC or software required to operate the unit via the rear 9-pin RS-232 serial (PC Comm) port, so functionality cannot be confirmed. The unit appears physically complete: the ECD Ovonics controller module, Netter Vibration NEA-5050 vibrator, orange MC4 test pad, Carr-Lane hold-down clamp, and MC4 cable harness are all present. The steel stand and enclosure show general wear consistent with production use. The unit ships via freight — please contact us for a shipping quote before purchasing. Please view our photo set and contact us if you have any questions.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
ECD Ovonics |
Model: |
QA4-850-000 |
MPN: |
QA4-850-000 |
Type: |
MC4 Solar Connector Reliability Tester |
SKU: |
48199 |
Condition: |
As-Is / For Parts or Not Working |
Seller Notes: |
Includes Netter Vibration NEA-5050 vibrator, orange MC4 test pad, Carr-Lane hold-down clamp, and MC4 cable harness. Requires freight shipping. |
Connector Type: |
MC4 (Multi-Contact 4mm Solar Connector) |
Interface / PC Comm: |
9-Pin RS-232 Serial (DB-9), rear panel |
Power Requirements: |
250V AC, 10A fuse (Mains) |
Vibration Unit: |
Netter Vibration NEA-5050 |
Vibrator Voltage: |
110-115V AC |
Vibrator Current: |
0.46A |
Vibrator Power: |
0.045 kW |
Vibrator Phase: |
Single Phase |
Vibrator Frequency: |
50/60 Hz |
Vibrator Speed: |
3000/3600 min-1 |
Vibrator Force: |
440/640 N |
Vibrator Duty Cycle: |
100% |
Vibrator Protection Rating: |
IP65 |
Vibrator Serial Number: |
100049630 |
Test Pad Color: |
Orange |
Test Pad Dimensions: |
7" x 5.5" |
Tabletop Dimensions: |
36" x 24" |
Overall Dimensions: |
36.25" x 24" x 45" tall |
Front Panel Controls: |
START (green), STOP (red), Up/Down/Enter navigation buttons, LCD display |
Front Panel Indicators: |
TEST IN PROGRESS LED, Vibrator ON LED |
Clamp: |
Carr-Lane vertical hold-down toggle clamp |
Application: |
MC4 connector vibration/continuity reliability testing for solar panel production |
Compatible With: |
Uni-Solar solar panel production lines, MC4 photovoltaic connectors |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
USA |
Form Factor: |
Benchtop / Free-standing workstation on steel stand |
Shipping Method: |
Freight shipping required |
Condition Notes: |
ECD Ovonics QA4-850-000 MC4 Solar Connector Tester sold as-is. Not powered or tested — no PC/software available for the rear 9-pin serial port. Appears physically complete with vibrator, test pad, and clamp. Freight shipping required. |