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Introducing the SMA SBSE3.8-US-50 Sunny Boy Smart Energy, a cutting-edge hybrid inverter designed for advanced residential solar systems. This innovative inverter integrates seamlessly with solar panels and battery storage, delivering unparalleled efficiency and reliability.
Equipped with SMA's pioneering technologies like SMA ShadeFix and Smart Connected, the SBSE3.8-US-50 optimizes solar energy production and system monitoring, enhancing your home's energy independence.
This hybrid inverter simplifies installation processes, compatible with a wide array of battery types and PV systems, making it a versatile choice for homeowners.
The SMA SBSE3.8-US-50 is ideal for those seeking to maximize their solar investment, offering energy savings, reduced electricity bills, and a sustainable energy solution for residential applications.
| Specification | Value |
| Model No. | SBSE3.8-US-50 |
| Max. PV array power (200% oversizing) | 7680 Wp |
| Max. DC voltage | 600 V |
| Rated MPP voltage range | 91 V - 480 V |
| Min. / Startup DC Voltage | 60 V / 66 V |
| Max. usable current input per MPPT | 15 A |
| Max. short-circuit current input per MPPT | 30 A (the sum at all inputs must not exceed 60 A) |
| Independent MPPT inputs / inputs per MPPT | 3 / 1 |
| Connection of MPPT inputs in parallel | A and B* |
| Battery type | BYD Battery-Box Premium HVL 12.0, 16.0, 20.0, 24.0, 28.0, 32.0 (UL9540) |
| Voltage range | 90 V to 500 V |
| Max. charging current / max. discharging current | 30 A / 30 A |
| Number of independent battery inputs | 1 |
| Max. charging power / max. discharging power | 10000 W / 4042 W |
| Max. apparent AC power | 3840 VA |
| AC Rated power (at 240 V, 60 Hz) | 3840 W |
| AC Rated power (at 208 V, 60 Hz) | 3328 W |
| AC voltage rated and range | 240 V (211 V to 264 V) or 208 V (183 V to 229 V) |
| AC grid frequency / range | 60 Hz / 55 Hz to 66 Hz |
| Max. rated output current | 16 A |
| Breaker (overcurrent protection) | 20 A |
| Power factor at rated power | 1 / adjustable 0.8 overexcited to 0.8 underexcited |
| Max. efficiency | 98.10% |
| CEC efficiency (240/208V) | 96.5% / 97% |
| DC disconnect / DC reverse polarity protection | Standard feature |
| DC AFCI arc-fault protection | Standard feature |
| Ground fault monitoring / Grid monitoring | Standard feature |
| AC short circuit current capability | Standard feature |
| All-pole-sensitive residual-current monitoring unit | Standard feature |
| Protection class | I |
| Overvoltage category grid / battery / PV | III / II / II |
| Dimensions (W / H / D) / Weight | 19.7 x 23.1 x 9.3 in / 38.6 lb |
| Operating temperature range | ?13 °F to +140 °F (?25 °C to +60 °C) with derating |
| Topology / cooling method | Transformerless / Natural convection |
| Environmental protection rating | IP65 / Type 3R |
| Communication protocols | Modbus (SMA, SunSpec), Speedwire / Webconnect, SMA Battery Interface |
| Interfaces: WLAN / Ethernet / BAT-CAN / RS-485 | Standard feature |
| 2.4 GHz WLAN | Standard feature |
| Ethernet ports / Number of outputs | 2 / 1 (Multi function relay 30 Vdc /1 A) |
| Warranty: 10 / (+5 / +10 / +15 years) | Standard feature / (Optional) |
| Certificates and approvals | UL 1741 SB/SA, UL 62109-1, UL 1998, UL 1699B Ed. 1, UL9540, IEEE1547, FCC Part 15 (Class A & B), CAN CSA-C22.2, CA Rule 21, HECO Rule 14H, PV Rapid Shutdown System Equipment in accordance with UL1741, NEC 2020, NEC 2023 compliant |
| SMA Smart Connected | Standard feature |
| SMA ShadeFix (integrated shade optimization) | Standard feature |
| SunSpec certified transmitter (Rapid Shutdown) | Standard feature |
| Rated power (at 120 V, 60 Hz) | 1920 W |
| Max. apparent AC power | 1920 VA |
| Nominal AC voltage | 120 V |
| AC grid frequency | 60 Hz |
| Activation mode | Manual |
SMA Solar Technology AG, based in Niestetal, Germany, has been at the forefront of photovoltaic innovation since its founding in 1981. Over the past four decades, SMA has established itself as a leader in the solar energy industry, offering a comprehensive range of products including solar inverters, monitoring systems, and energy management solutions. Their inverters are renowned for their reliability and are a staple in both residential and commercial solar installations worldwide.
SMA's pioneering technology, such as their patented OptiTrac feature, ensures optimal performance by maximizing energy extraction under varying conditions. This results in enhanced efficiency, even in challenging or changing environments. A testament to their confidence in product quality, SMA provides a standard 10-year warranty on their inverters, with the option for extensions.
Ships within 48 hours · Estimated delivery Jun 21 - Jun 26
US$40
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