The Sunny Boy 5000-US, 6000-US, 7000-US and 8000-US inverters are UL certified and feature excellent efficiency. Graduated power classes provide flexibility in system design. Automatic grid voltage detection* and an integrated DC disconnect switch simplify installation, ensuring safety as well as saving time. These models feature galvanic isolation and can be used with all types of modules-crystalline as well as thin-film.
* US Patent US7352549B1
| Characteristics | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | SMA |
| Model | SB 8000US-12 AFCI |
| Rated Power Output [W] | 8000 |
| Length [mm (in)] | 615 mm (24.1 in) |
| Width [mm (in)] | 470 mm (18.4 in) |
| Depth [mm (in)] | 240 mm (9.5 in) |
| Weight [kg (lb)] | 69.5 kg (153 lb) |
| Warranty [Years] | 10 |
| 12 | |
| Inverters | |
| Inverter Type | Grid-Tie String Inverter |
| Maximum/Peak Efficiency [%] | 240V:96.3%/ 277V:96.5% |
| Transformer / Transformerless | Transformer |
| DC Power Rating [W] | 8000 |
| Nom. DC Voltage [V] | 345 |
| Max. Input Power [W] | 8600 |
| Max. Input Voltage [V] | 600 |
| MPP voltage range [V] | 300 V – 480 V |
| Min. DC voltage / start voltage [V] | 300 V / 365 V |
| Number of DC String Inputs (Inlets) | 4 (DC disconnect) |
| Number of MPP Trackers | 1 |
| AC Power Rating [W] | 7680W @ 240VAC / 8000W @ 277V AC |
| Max. AC Power [W] | 7680W @ 240VAC / 8000W @ 277V AC |
| AC voltage range [V] | 240V:211-264V/ 277V:244-305V |
| AC grid frequency [Hz] | 60 |
| Max. output current [A] | 240V:32A/ 277V:29A |
| Sleep (Night) Consumption [W | 0.1 W |
| CSI-Approved Built-in Meter | yes |
| NEMA Enclosure Rating | NEMA 3R |
| Cooling Method | OptiCool |
| Ambient Temperature Range [°C(°F)] | -25°C – 45°C (-13°F – 113°F) |
| Operating Humidity [%] | 100% |
| Display | Textline |
| Communication | RS485/Bluetooth optional |
| Basic Warranty [Years] | 10 |
| Warranty Extension Options [Years] | 15,20 |
| Grid Standard | IEEE1547 |
| Compliances | UL1741 (Second Ed.), UL1998, UL1699B, IEEE 1547, FCC Part 15 (Class A & B), CSA C22.2 No. 107.1-2001 |
| AC grid range [Hz] | 59.3-60.5Hz |
| Max. recommended PV power (@ module STC) | 10000 |
SMA Sunny Boy SB 8000-US-12 Grid-Tie String Inverter 240/277V AFCI (Arc Fault Circuit Interruption technology) 4 Fused Input
The Sunny Boy 5000-US, 6000-US, 7000-US and 8000-US inverters are UL certified and feature excellent efficiency. Graduated power classes provide flexibility in system design. Automatic grid voltage detection* and an integrated DC disconnect switch simplify installation, ensuring safety as well as saving time. These models feature galvanic isolation and can be used with all types of modules-crystalline as well as thin-film.
Extended operating temperature range to -40 °C available. Please specify when ordering.
* US Patent US7352549B1
