Generate a Solar Permit Package for a design using SMA SB 5000TL-20

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DC Electrical Properties

  • Maximum Input Current 30A
  • Start Voltage 150V
  • Max DC Input Voltage 550V
  • Peak Power Tracking Voltage 175V - 440V
  • Number of MPPTs 2
  • MPPTs Can Be Paralleled No
  • Maximum Current per MPPT Channel 15A
  • Operating Voltage Range 125V - 550V
  • Polarity of Ground Floating
  • DC Disconnect No
  • DC Terminal Quantity 4
  • Includes Fuses for String Inputs No
  • Max Rating for String Fuses 20A
  • Rating of Included String Fuses not applicable
  • DC Input Wire Gauge Range data not available
  • Integrated DC Arc Fault Protection No

AC Electrical Properties

  • Rated Power Output 4600W
  • Compatible Utility Voltages 240V
  • Peak Efficiency 97%
  • Weighted Efficiency 96.5%
  • Maximum Output Current 22A
  • Max OCPD rating data not available
  • AC Disconnect No
  • AC Input Wire Gauge Range data not available
  • Sleep Consumption 0W
  • Maximum DC-AC Ratio data not available
  • Standby Consumption 0.5W

Mechanical Characteristics

  • Height 17.5in (445mm)
  • Width 18.5in (470mm)
  • Depth 7.1in (180mm)
  • Weight 55.1lb (25kg)
  • NEMA Enclosure Rating NEMA 3R
  • Cooling Method Natural Convection

Environmental Constraints

  • Ambient Temperature Range -13°F - 140°F (-25°C - 60°C)

Warranties and Compliances

  • Compliances data not available
  • CSI Listed No

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