Compare Sungrow Solar Inverters, Prices & Reviews
Sungrow is the result of one man's mission to make electricity more widely available in western China. Professor Cao Renxian founded Sungrow Power Supply Company in 1997 and since then have grown to deliver their innovative solar solutions all around the world.
They manufacture solar inverters and storage units for residential and commercial properties as well as floating systems for large-scale offshore solar farms.
Sungrow residential PV inverters
The PV inverters manufactured by Sungrow range from 2.5 kW right up to 6.8 MW with some even delivering efficiencies of over 99%. Below we've looked at the Sungrow PV inverters that are suitable for residential installation.
SH5.0/6.0/8.0/10RT
This residential hybrid three phase solar inverter is available in 4 different sizes, with a number of features on offer:
- Voltage range of 150 – 600 V
- Monitor energy usage online
- A backup mode that protects your energy supply during power cuts
- Rapid charging (and discharging) to meet high demand
- Straightforward installation to help save time and money
| Models | SH5.0RT | SH6.0RT | SH8.0RT | SH10RT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max. PV Input | 7,500 W | 9,000 W | 12,000 W | 15,000 W |
| Max. PV Input Voltage | 1,000 V | 1,000 V | 1,000 V | 1,000 V |
| Nominal AC Output Power | 5,000 V | 6,000 V | 8,000 V | 10,000 V |
| Max. Efficiency | 98% | 98.2% | 98.4% | 98.4% |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | 460 x 540 x 170 mm | |||
| Weight | 26 kg | |||
| Mounting | Wall-mounted | |||
SG5KTL-MT / SG6KTL-MT / SG8KTL-MT
These are multi-MPPT string inverters for 1,000 Vdc systems that have been designed for plug in and play installation.
- Industry leading efficiency (98.6%)
- Monitor energy usage online via the web or downloadable app
- Anti-corrosion rating of C5
- Sungrow smart meter displays energy flow
- Compact design and lightweight for straightforward installation
| Models | SG5KTL-M | SG6KTL-M | SG8KTL-M |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max. PV Input Voltage | 1,100 V | ||
| Min. PV Input Voltage | 200 V / 250 V | ||
| Nominal PV Input Voltage | 600 V | ||
| Max. AC Output Current | 8.5 A | 10.0 A | 13.3 A |
| Max. Efficiency | 98.4% | 98.4% | 98.6% |
| Operating Temperature | -25 to 60°C | ||
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | 370 x 485 x 160 mm | ||
| Weight | 20 kg | ||
| Mounting | Wall-mounted | ||
SG10KTL-M / SG12KTL-M
This is a range of three-phase string inverters that lead the way for the industry in terms of efficiency.
- Incredibly high efficiency level of 98.6%
- Online energy monitoring
- Lightweight and compact design makes for a straightforward installation
- High anti-corrosion rating (C5)
- The Sungrow smart meter transparently displays energy flow
| Models | SG10KTL-M | SG12KTL-M |
|---|---|---|
| Max. PV Input Voltage | 1,100 V | |
| Min. PV Input Voltage | 600 V | |
| Max. AC Output Current | 16.5 A | 20 A |
| Max. Efficiency | 98.6% | |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | 370 x 485 x 160 mm | |
| Weight | 20 kg | |
| Mounting | Wall-mounted | |
SG3KTL-S
A residential string inverter designed for small-scale solar PV generation that's compact in size and is ready to go as soon as it's up on the wall.
- Highly efficient (97.5%)
- Operates at a quieter level than a household fridge
- Compact and lightweight
- Plug and play installation
- High anti-corrosion thanks to alloy die casting
| Models | SG3KTL-S |
|---|---|
| Max. PV Input Voltage | 600 V |
| Nominal PV Input Voltage | 360 V |
| Max. PV Input Current | 10 A |
| Max. AC Output Power | 3,000 VA |
| Max. AC Output Current | 13.6 A |
| Max. Efficiency | 97.5% |
| Operating Temperature Range | -25 to 60°C |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | 300 x 370 x 125 mm |
| Weight | 9 kg |
| Mounting | Wall-mounted |
SG5KTL-D
This budget-friendly solar inverter is much more high end than you might think. Featuring high levels of efficiency, plug-in and play installation, compact design and even a screen to give you full visibility of energy production.
| Models | SG5KTL-D |
|---|---|
| Max. PV Input Voltage | 600 V |
| Nominal PV Input Voltage | 360 V |
| Max. PV Input Current | 20 A |
| Max. AC Output Power | 5,000 VA |
| Max. AC Output Current | 21.7 A |
| Max. Efficiency | 97.5% |
| Operating Temperature Range | -25 to 60°C |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | 300 x 390 x 133 mm |
| Weight | 11 kg |
| Mounting | Wall-mounted |
Sungrow inverter warranty
Sungrow solar inverters are typically covered by a 5 year warranty from the date of installation but can be no more than 6 years after the production date. It can be possible to extend the warranty to 10 – 20 years for their string inverters.
How much do Sungrow solar inverters cost?
Sungrow are one of the most budget-friendly solar inverter manufacturers with prices ranging from around £620 – £820 for their residential models. The more powerful the inverter, the more it's likely to cost, with the SG8KTL-MT model potentially costing upwards of £1,050.
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