The SolarEdge PV inverter combines a sophisticated, digital control technology and a one stage, efficient power conversion architecture to achieve superior solar power harvesting and best-in-class reliability. Our fixed-voltage technology ensures the solar inverter is always working at its optimal input voltage, regardless of the number of modules in a string or environmental conditions.


A proprietary data PV monitoring receiver is integrated in the inverter and aggregates PowerBox™ performance data from each PV module. This data can be transmitted to the web and accessed via the SolarEdge Monitoring Portal for performance analysis, fault detection and troubleshooting of PV systems.


 


SolarEdge PV Inverter


The SolarEdge Inverter is a highly reliable DC-AC multi-string PV inverter. Because MPPT and voltage management are handled separately for each module by the PowerBoxes, the inverter is only responsible for DC to AC inversion. Consequently, it is a less complicated, more reliable solar inverter. The fixed string voltage ensures operation at the highest efficiency at all times (>97% weighted efficiency), independent of string length and temperature.   



Comparison of Microinverters & Power Optimizers


Module-level electronics overcome the shortcomings of traditional inverters and enable maximum power, module-level monitoring, flexible design and enhanced safety. However, there is no need to add an inverter to every module if DC power optimizers can achieve all these benefits at lower cost, higher efficiency and higher reliability.

 



Benefits Micros SolarEdge
Power Optimizers
 Details

Cost per W

More Expensive

Lower - 20-50% cheaper

  • Microinverters cost includes trunk cables and gateways

  • SolarEdge system cost includes inverter with 12 years standard warranty (extendable to 20/25 years), built-in module-level monitoring and 25 year warranty for power optimizers

Scalability

Not scalable

Scalable

  • The cost/watt of a SolarEdge system decreases as installation  size increases

Added Energy

Lower

Higher

  • Power optimizers have higher efficiency (99.5%) than microinverters
  • Reduced efficiency of microinverters increases heat dissipation which enhances module degradation
  • Microinverters have a higher minimum voltage than power
    optimizers, resulting in less shading tolerance and a late wake up leading to fewer production hours

Compatibility

Limited

Broad

  • Microinverters have a limited AC output power (e.g. no support for 72-cell modules)
  • When connected to higher capacity modules, the excess DC power is
    lost. E.g. in a 6kW installation of 260W modules, only 5kW AC power will be produced

Reliability

 Lower

Higher

  • Microinverters have much higher part count leading to increased failure rate
  • Some microinverters work with electrolytic capacitors which have short life time
  • Microinverters create higher temperatures

 

 


How to install SolarEdge Inverters


 


 


StorEdge™ Battery Backup Options, Tesla PowerWall Compatible


SolarEdge’s StorEdge™ DC coupled storage solution allows home owners to maximize self-consumption and enables energy independence. Unused PV power is stored in a battery and used when needed to maximize self-consumption. The solution is based on a single inverter for both PV and storage. Existing SolarEdge systems can be upgraded to the StorEdge™ solution.


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StorEdge™ Benefits: 


More Energy


  • DC coupled solution allows high system efficiency
  • PV power is stored directly in the battery
  • No additional conversions from AC to DC and back to AC
  • Module-level power optimization for more power harvesting


 Simple Design & Installation


  • A single inverter for both PV and on-grid storage
  • Outdoor installation allows flexibility in battery location
  • No special wires are required -> utilize the same PV cables
  • No high voltage & current during installation and maintenance


Enhanced Safety


  • PV array and battery voltage designed to reduce to a safe voltage upon AC shut down
  • Compliance with VDE 2100-712


 Full Visibility


  • Monitor the battery status, PV production, and self-consumption data
  • Smarter energy consumption to reduce electricity bill


 Easy Maintenance


  • Remote access to inverter/battery software
  • Easy access to the inverter during maintenance (outdoor installation)



SolarEdge Inverter Specifications:


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SolarEdge 11kW SE11400A-US-U Inverter

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