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SMA Sunny Boy Smart Energy Hybrid Inverter 11.5kW SBSE11.5-US-50

The SMA Sunny Boy SBSE11.5-US-50 Smart Energy Inverter is a groundbreaking device that combines the functions of a photovoltaic (PV) inverter and a battery inverter into a single unit. The Sunny Boy Smart Energy Inverter is a cutting-edge solution designed for efficient energy management in residential and small-scale commercial solar power systems. This inverter integrates advanced technology to maximize energy production, optimize self-consumption, and facilitate grid interaction.

Product Features

  • PV, Hybrid and AC coupling in one
  • Energy security with or without a battery
  • 200% DC/AC design capability 
  • Smaller and lighter, eases mounting
  • Integrated system manager
  • 97.5% maximum efficiency
  • Lifetime system monitoring with Integrated web connections
  • 10 year warranty standard with up to 25 year optional extended warranty
  • Qualifies for Federal Energy Tax Credit and State and Utility Solar Rebates!
Manufacturer:
SMA America
Model SKU:
SBSE 11.5
INPUT PV (DC):
DC INPUT PV
Max. PV array power (200% oversizing):
23000 Wp
Max. DC voltage:
600 V
MPP voltage range:
60 – 480 V
Startup input voltage:
66 Vdc
Max. usable current input per MPPT:
15 A
Max. short-circuit current input per MPPT:
30 A
Number of independent MPPT inputs / inputs per MPPT:
4 / 1
Connection of MPPT inputs in parallel:
A and B / C and D
DC INPUT BATTERY:
DC INPUT BATTERY
Battery type:
See SMA List of Approved Batteries
Voltage range:
90 V to 500 V
Max. charging current / max. discharging current:
30 A / 30 A
Number of independent battery inputs:
1
Max. charging power / max. discharging power:
10000 W / 12096 W
AC OUTPUT:
AC OUTPUT
Max. apparent AC power:
11520 VA
AC Rated power (at 240 V, 60 Hz):
11520 W
AC Rated power (at 208 V, 60 Hz):
9984 W
AC voltage rated and range:
240 V (211 V to 264 V) or 208 V (183 V to 229 V)
AC grid frequency / range:
60 Hz / 55 Hz to 66 Hz
Max. rated output current:
48 A
Breaker (overcurrent protection):
60 A
Power factor at rated power:
1 / adjustable 0.8 overexcited to 0.8 underexcited
EFFICIENCY:
EFFICIENCY
Max. efficiency:
97.5%
PROTECTIVE DEVICES:
PROTECTIVE DEVICES
DC disconnect / DC reverse polarity protection:
Standard feature
Arc fault circuit interrupter (AFCI):
Standard feature
Ground fault monitoring / Grid monitoring:
Standard feature
AC short circuit current capability:
Standard feature
All-pole-sensitive residual-current monitoring unit:
Standard feature
Protection class:
I
Overvoltage category grid / battery / PV:
IV / II / II
GENERAL DATA:
GENERAL DATA
Dimensions (W / H / D):
20 x 29.5 x 8 in
Weight:
50 lb
Operating temperature range:
−13 °F to +140 °F (−25 °C to +60 °C) with derating
Topology / cooling method:
Transformerless / Natural convection
Environmental protection rating:
IP65 / Type 3S
EQUIPMENT:
EQUIPMENT
AC terminals / Ground Connection (AWG):
10 AWG – 6 AWG
Communication protocols:
Modbus (SMA, SunSpec), Speedwire / Webconnect, SMA Battery Interface
Interfaces: WLAN / Ethernet / BAT-CAN / RS-485:
Standard feature
2.4 GHz WLAN:
Standard feature
Ethernet ports / Number of outputs:
2 / 1 (Multi function relay 30 Vdc /1 A)
Warranty:
10 years
Certificates and approvals (planned):
UL 62109-1, UL 1998, UL 1699B Ed. 1, UL9540, IEEE1547, FCC Part 15 (Class A & B), CAN CSA-C22.2, CA Rule 21, HECO Rule 14H, PV Rapid Shutdown System Equipment in accordance with UL1741, NEC 2020, NEC 2023 compliant
SMA Smart Connected:
Standard feature
SMA ShadeFix (integrated shade optimization):
Standard feature
SunSpec certified transmitter (Rapid Shutdown):
Standard feature
SMA BACKUP SECURE (grid outage mode, with or without battery):
SMA BACKUP SECURE
Rated power (at 120 V, 60 Hz:
1920 W
Max. apparent AC power:
1920 VA
Nominal AC voltage:
120 V
AC grid frequency:
60 Hz
Activation mode:
Manual

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