
SunGold Power 8KW 48V Split Phase Solar Inverter
Equipment Type and Primary Applications
- Equipment Type: 8 kW Pure Sine Wave Solar Inverter with integrated battery charging
- Primary Applications: Hybrid solar systems for residential or light commercial use; supports battery charging up to 200 A; parallel operation of up to six units (up to 48 kW) to achieve 120V single phase, 120/240V split-phase, or 208V three-phase in larger installations.
Performance Specifications
- Rated Output Power: 8000 W (continuous)
- Max Peak Power: 16000 W
- Battery Charging: 200 A maximum
- Inbuilt MPPT: 2 maximum power point tracking controllers
- PV Input: Max Open-Circuit Voltage 500 VDC
- Output Voltage Configurations: 120V single-phase; 120/240V split-phase; 208V three-phase when paralleled beyond three units
- Power Management Features: Time-slot charging/discharging; four charging/output modes (Hybrid, Utility Priority, Solar Priority, Inverter Priority)
- Battery Compatibility: 48 V AGM/Sealed, Gel, Flooded, Lithium; User Mode for all battery types; supports battery-free operation with active mains/PV to start a dormant lithium battery
- Interfaces: WiFi module included; USB and RS485 communication with SunGoldPower batteries
- Documentation: Manual available for download
Safety Features and Certifications
- Protection and Safety: PV input over-voltage and over-current protection; AC input over-voltage protection; Battery over-voltage protection; Over-load protection
- Certifications: UL1741 Listed by ETL
Installation and Maintenance Requirements
- Utilities: Connect PV array (two MPPTs) up to 500 VDC open-circuit; 48 V battery bank; AC output to loads or utility with appropriate disconnects
- Space and Mounting: Refer to installation manual for enclosure size and mounting clearance
- Commissioning: Follow the downloaded manual to configure battery type, parallel units, and charging modes; validate CAN/USB/RS485 communications
- Preventive Maintenance: Periodic visual inspections, verify connection torque, clear dust intake, and apply firmware updates per the manual
Warranty and Service Information
- Warranty: not specified
- Service Terms: not specified
Branding/References
- Manufacturer: SunGold Power
- Model/Reference: 8KW 48V Split Phase Solar Inverter
- Manual: Download
Differentiators
- Time-slot charging/discharging enables tariff-optimized energy use by scheduling charging when PV or grid power is cheapest
- Battery-free operation option and seamless activation of dormant lithium batteries via mains/PV power
- Inbuilt 2 MPPT with parallel scalability up to 48 kW and 208V three-phase availability