Product Description
SkyBox True Hybrid Energy System Grid Tie or Off Grid Inverter
OutBack SkyBox True Hybrid Energy System Inverter
48 Volt Inverter for Grid-Tie or Off-Grid Applications.
SkyBox makes smart solar simple with an advanced technology single-box design and represents a breakthrough in the field of advanced power conversion, processing, and control. The fully integrated design of the SkyBox system eliminates external charge controllers and communication boxes, significantly cutting installation time and cost. Ease-of-installation makes this energy solution ideal for installers interested in following the market's move towards battery-based systems.
Simple
- Easy and fast to install
- Clean balance-of-systems, all in one box
- High PV voltage input allows long strings
Resilient
- Extensive quality and reliability testing, including Highly Accelerated Life Testing (HALT)
- Years of experience manufacturing products for fault intolerant, mission-critical applications
- Standard 5 year warranty (extended 10-year warranty available)
- Field upgradeable software
Intelligent
- Dynamic power management
- Ability to support any new regulations
- Configure and take charge of your solar with any internet connected device and OPTICS RE
Adaptable
- Backup power and support for time-of-use optimization
- Compliant with California rule 21 and Hawaii 14H grid support requirements
- Works with the widest variety of 48V battery chemistries
- NEMA 3R
The SkyBox hybrid grid tie inverter can be used as a grid-tie inverter with or without a battery. When used with a battery it can be used to enhance self-supply of solar energy. This is useful when net-metering or grid feed is not available, or not advantageous financially. This system uses DC coupling for both the solar and the connection to the battery system for greater overall efficiency. The SkyBox uses any commonly available 48 VDC battery bank, any lead type, flooded, AGM, or gel, and many Lithium batteries. PV input voltage range is 200-600 VDC, allowing longer PV strings. Compliant with California rule 21 and Hawaii 14H grid support requirements.
The system features backup power; grid support; net metering; non-export; and prioritized charging from renewables. These features can use any of the loads in the house, including those on the main service panel, what we call "primary" self-supply. Backup power is available to the loads connected to the backup loads panel, with a quick transfer time of 20ms. Backup power capacity is 5 kW. The inverter has ground fault and arc fault protection built in. CT's can be installed on the house AC lines for export control.
Features:
- 5,000 W backup power at 120/240 VAC
- Balance of Systems in one box
- Monitor and control over the internet using OPTICS RE
- Internal Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter (AFCI) for added safety per NEC 2011: 690.11
- Maximum backfeed to array is <8ms
- Built-in battery system monitoring
- NEMA 3R outdoor rated
- Meets CA rule 21 and HI 14H grid connection requirements
- Inverter operating temperatures of -6 °F to +140 °F (-20 °C to +60 °C).
Specifications:
| Grid and Loads | |
| AC Voltage | 120/240V (split-phase) |
| AC Frequency | 60Hz |
| Max Continuous AC Output Power (@45°C) | 5000VA (derate above 45°C) |
| Max Continuous Output Current (@ 240V) | 24A @ 25°C |
| Total Harmonic Distortion | Typical: <2% Maximum: <5% |
| Integrated Arc Fault Detection, Ground Fault Detection & Isolation, and Monitoring | Yes |
| Power Factor at Rated Power | 1 |
| PV Input | |
| Max PV System Voltage | 600V |
| MPPT Voltage Range | 200-600V |
| Max Input Current | 20A |
| Max Short-Circuit Current | 32A |
| Max Backfeed Duration (to array) | <8ms |
| Reverse-Polarity Protection | Yes |
| CEC Weighted Efficiency | >94% |
| Typical Inverter Efficiency | >97% |
| Transformerless, Ungrounded | Yes |
| Battery | |
| Unassisted Load Support from Battery Only | 5000VA |
| Nominal DC Battery Voltage | 48V |
| Battery Voltage Range | 42-60V |
| Reverse-Polarity Notification | Yes |
| Operating Modes | |
| Immediate Battery Backup Power | Yes |
| Grid Support (UL 1741 SA) | Yes |
| Islanding Protection | Yes |
| Net Metering | Yes |
| Non-Export | Yes |
| Maximum Independence | Yes |
| Configurable Battery Charging Parameters | Yes, to allow/disallow charging from AC for compliance with local regulations |
| Prioritized Charging from Renewables | Yes |
| Additional Features | |
| Listings/Certifications | UL 1741 SA, CSA 22.2 No. 107.1, UL 1778, HECO Rule 14H SRD, CA Rule 21 SRD, IEEE 1547-2003, IEEE 1547.1-2005 |
| RoHS | Yes, directive 2011/65/EU |
| Weight (lb/kg) | Unit: 110.6/50.2 Shipping: 134/60.8 |
| Dimensions H x W x D (in/cm) | 47 x 21 x 9.4 / 119.4 x 53.3 x 23.9 |
| Operating Temperature Range | -20 to 60°C |
| Non-Volatile Memory | Yes |
| Field-Upgradable Firmware | Yes |
| Chassis Type | NEMA 3R |
Product Documents:
Datasheets
Manual Downloads
