No. In the U.S., photovoltaic (PV) modules are must be listed to UL 1703 or UL 61730 to satisfy the requirements of the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70) and the International Building Code (IBC). SRCC does not currently list PV modules to these standards. Instead, SRCC provides certifications and listings for solar thermal collectors and […]
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I see SRCC offers Listings. What is the difference between that and OG Certifications?
SRCC’s OG certification programs assess compliance with one of the ICC/SRCC ANSI standards. They include: OG-100 for solar thermal collectors (ICC 901/SRCC 100 standard) OG-300 for solar water heating systems (ICC 900/SRCC 300 standard) OG-400 for solar pool heating systems (ICC 902/SRCC 400 standard) Additionally, the OG-100 and OG-300 certifications include standardized SRCC performance ratings. […]
Once our product is certified, are there additional costs?
Yes, there is an annual fee required in order to renew certifications in each OG program and for listings. If changes are made to the certified product, they may also result in Editorial or Technical Modification fees (depending on the nature of the change). Inspections of production quality systems are generally required every two years, […]
What are the requirements for marking my product if I get a SRCC certification or listing?
Certified products must be marked with the appropriate SRCC OG certification mark and the information required in each associated standard. Listed products must be marked with the ICC-SRCC Listing Mark and any specific information required per the codes and standards referenced in the listing. Each certification and listing specifies the information that must be provided […]
What if I get a listing and later want to add another code or standard or change the models included?
Additional codes and standards can be added to an existing listing file at any time. Same with additional product models. Contact us with questions or submit a request for a quote on the portal.
What if I already have an OG-100 or OG-300 certified product, can I add on listings?
You can obtain an ICC-SRCC Listing for any product that has an OG-100 or OG-300 certification (and certain commercial SHC components). Just go to the ICC-SRCC website to apply or e-mail srcc@solar-rating.org for more information. Be aware, though, that you can save money by applying for listings when you apply for your certification, where the […]
How do I apply?
What happens when the codes and standards change?
New versions of model codes are released generally released every 3-5 years in North America. New versions of standards are released periodically, but not always on a predictable schedule. When any of the codes or standards to which ICC-SRCC lists solar heating and cooling products are updated, ICC-SRCC staff will review the new documents for […]
How long do listings last (when will I need to renew)?
Listings are valid for one year and will need to be renewed annually. Upon renewal, ICC-SRCC staff will confirm that there have been no changes to the product or associated manuals. If the codes and/or standards to which the product is certified have changed in the last year, ICC-SRCC staff will review the product to […]
What are the marking requirements?
Like the OG-100 and OG-300 programs, ICC-SRCC has a specific mark used to indicate that a product has received a ICC-SRCC listing shown below (specific usage is established in the ICC-SRCC Listing Program Agreement). The code listing mark does not replace the OG-100 or OG-300 marking requirements. It is applied in addition to them.For more […]