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DC Electrical Properties

  • Maximum Input Current 40A
  • Start Voltage 175V
  • Max DC Input Voltage 500V
  • Peak Power Tracking Voltage 150V - 425V
  • Number of MPPTs 2
  • MPPTs Can Be Paralleled No
  • Maximum Current per MPPT Channel 26A
  • Operating Voltage Range 150V - 500V
  • Polarity of Ground Floating
  • DC Disconnect Yes
  • DC Terminal Quantity 4
  • Includes Fuses for String Inputs No
  • Max Rating for String Fuses data not available
  • Rating of Included String Fuses not applicable
  • DC Input Wire Gauge Range 12 AWG – 10 AWG
  • Integrated DC Arc Fault Protection Yes

AC Electrical Properties

  • Rated Power Output 8000W
  • Compatible Utility Voltages 240V
  • Peak Efficiency 97.5%
  • Weighted Efficiency 96.5%
  • Maximum Output Current 33.3A
  • Max OCPD rating 50A
  • AC Disconnect No
  • AC Input Wire Gauge Range 12 AWG – 4 AWG
  • Sleep Consumption data not available
  • Maximum DC-AC Ratio 1.13
  • Standby Consumption 60W

Mechanical Characteristics

  • Height 30in (762mm)
  • Width 18.3in (465mm)
  • Depth 10in (254mm)
  • Weight 78lb (35.4kg)
  • NEMA Enclosure Rating NEMA 3R
  • Cooling Method Natural Convection

Environmental Constraints

  • Ambient Temperature Range -13°F - 131°F (-25°C - 55°C)

Warranties and Compliances

  • Compliances UL 1741
  • CSI Listed Yes

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