Sol-Ark 8K 48V All-in-One Hybrid Inverter with 10-Year Standard Warranty

SKU#: SA-8K-10Y

Sol-Ark 8K 120/240V 48V All-in-One Hybrid Inverter with 10-Year Standard Warranty
Split phase... Sol-Ark 8K pumps out power just like the grid, allowing you to power 120V and 240V appliances simultaneously. Grid Tied, Hybrid, or Off-Grid... Manages power from Solar, Battery, Grid, Load, and Generator simultaneously. Sol-Ark is expandable from 5 to 36 (11 kW) solar panels and 0-32 batteries. 10-year extended warranty... 5-year standard warranty available.

Sol-Ark 8K 120/240V 48V All-in-One Hybrid Inverter with 10 year standard warranty Features:
• EMP/Solar Flare/Lightning Hardened to 2X military levels (MIL-STD-461G)
• 4ms Instant Battery Backup
• Expandable PV: 1.5KW to 11KW
• Batteries: Optional, 12KWh to 48KWh
• Payback Period = 7.5 years
• Smart Load: automatic On/Off Grid
• Lifespan: Panels = 50yrs
• Sol-Ark is a Solar Powered Generator made from Recyclable Materials
• Infinitely Recyclable Low Cost Batteries

Solar Characteristics:
• Max allowed PV Power: 11000W
• Max allowed PV Power per MPPT: 6000W
• Max DC voltage: 500V
• MPPT voltage range: 150-425V
• Starting voltage: 175V
• Number of MPPT: 2
• Solar Strings per MPPT: 2
• Max DC current per MPPT: 18A (self limiting)
• Max AC Coupled Input (Micro/String Inverters): 7,000W
• Max Combined Solar Input (DC+AC): 13,000W

AC Output Characteristics:
• Connections: 120/240V split phase
• Continuous AC power on Solar or Battery: 8000W 37.5A L-L (240V), 4800W 40A L-N (120V)
• Surge AC power 5sec: 20,000VA L-L (240V) 10,000VA L-N (120V)
• Frequency: 60/50Hz
• Continuous AC power with Grid or Generator: 12000W 50A L-L (240V), 6000W 50A L-N (120V)
• CEC Efficiency: 96.5% (Peak 97.5%)
• Idle Consumption typical – no load: 60W
• Sell back power modes: Limited to Household or Full Grid-Tied
• Design (DC to AC): Transformerless DC
• Response Time (Grid-Tied to Off-Grid): 8ms
• Power Factor: +-0.9 - 1.0

Battery (optional) Characteristics:
• Type: Lead-Acid or Li-Ion
• Nominal DC Input: 48V
• Capacity: 90 – 2000Ah
• Voltage Range: 41.0 – 59.0V
• Continuous Battery charging output: 190A
• Charging curve: 3-stage w/ equalization
• Grid to Battery Charging Efficiency: 96.0%
• External temperature sensor: included
• Current shunt for accurate % SOC: integrated
• External Generator Start based on voltage or % SOC: integrated
• Communication to Lithium battery: CanBus & RS485

General Characteristics:
• NEMA-3R rated
• Ambient Temperature (4 variable speed fans): -25 to 55C, >45C derating
• Display: Color touch screen
• Wi-Fi Communication (monitoring or SW updates): integrated
• Snap on sensors for limited selling to Household: included
• Extended Warranty: 10 years

Protection & Certifications:
• Electronics certified safety by SGS labs to NEC & UL specs – NEC 690.4B & NEC 705.4/6
• Grid Sell Back – UL1741-2010/2018, IEEE1547a-2003/2014, FCC 15 class B, (April 2019: UL1741SA, CA Rule 21, HECO Rule 14H)
• PV DC disconnect switch – NEC 240.15: integrated
• Ground Fault Detection – NEC 690.5: integrated
• PV rapid shutdown control – NEC 690.12: integrated
• PV Arc Fault detection – NEC 690.11/ UL1699B: integrated
• PV input lightning protection: integrated
• AC input/output 50A breakers: integrated
• Battery overcurrent fuse: integrated
• User wiring enclosure w/ ¾” & 1” knock-outs: integrated
• Solar Flare/EMP Hardened to 2015 MIL-STD461G (Independently tested June 2018): optional

Product Specifications

For reference only, please download the most recent datasheet from the manufacturer website.

Characteristics
ManufacturerSol-Ark
ModelSA-8K-10Y
Other Vendor Codes
Rated Power Output [W]8000
Length [mm (in)]30.0 in
Width [mm (in)]18.3 in
Depth [mm (in)]10.0 in
Weight [kg (lb)]78 lbs
Warranty [Years]10

Surge/Lightning Protection
Maximum Volts [Vdc]
Discharge Current [kA]
Nominal DC Voltage Range [Vdc]
Nominal AC Voltage [Vac]

Modules
PTC Power Rating [W]
Tier Level
Lower Output Tolerance [-%]
Upper Output Tolerance [%]
Only suitable for transformer invertersNo
Compatible with IronRidge CAMO No
Pmax - Maximum Power (STC) [W]
Voc - Open Circuit Voltage (STC) [V]
Isc - Short Circuit Current (STC) [A]
Vmpp-Voltage at Maximum Power (STC) [V]
Impp-Current at Maximum Power (STC) [A]
Cell Efficiency (STC) [%]
Module Efficiency (STC) [%]
Pmax - Maximum Power (NOCT) [W]
Voc - Open Circuit Voltage (NOCT) [V]
Isc - Short Circuit Current (NOCT) [A]
Impp-Current at Maximum Power (NOCT) [A]
Vmpp-Voltage at Maximum Power (NOCT) [V]
Cell Efficiency (NOCT) [%]
Module Efficiency (NOCT) [%]
Nominal Operating Cell Temperature NOCT
Maximum System Voltage [V]
Series Fuse Rating [A]
Maximum Reverse Current [A]
Cell Technology
Solar Cell's Country of Origin
Solar Cell Size
Number of Cells (Pieces)
Number of Bypass Diodes
Frame Color
Back Cover
Frame Size [mm]
Module Length [in]
Module Width [in]
Junction Box
Output Cables
Connector
Hail Safety Impact Velocity [mm at m/s]
Fire Safety Classification (IEC 61730)
Static Load Wind / Snow [Pa]
Normal Operating Cell Temperature (NOCT)
Temperature Coefficients of P [%/Â°C]
Temperature Coefficients of V (Uoc)
Temperature Coefficients of I (Isc)
Storage Temperature [Â°C]
Packaging Configuration
Loading Capacity (40 ft. Container)
80% Power Output Warranty Period
90% Power Output Warranty Period
Workmanship Warranty Period
CSI Listed

Inverters
Inverter TypeHybrid inverter
Maximum/Peak Efficiency [%]97.5
CEC weighted efficiency [%]96.5%
Transformer / TransformerlessTransformerless DC
DC Power Rating [W]11000
Nom. DC Voltage [V]
Max. Input Power [W]11000
Max. Input Voltage [V]500
Max. Input Current [A]40
MPP voltage range [V]150-425
Min. DC voltage / start voltage [V]125
Feed-in From [W]
Number of DC String Inputs (Inlets)4
Number of MPP Trackers2
Max. Input Power per MPPT [W]5500
Max. Input Voltage per MPPT [V]500
Max. Input Current per MPPT [A]20
Voltage Lower Limit for MPP Range [V]150
Voltage Upper Limit for MPP Range [V]425
DC Disconnection TypeIntegrated
Reverse-Polarity ProtectionYes
Ground-Fault Isolation DetectionIntegrated
AC Power Rating [W]8000
Nominal AC Power [W]8000
Max. AC Power [W]8000
AC voltage range [V]185-228
AC grid frequency [Hz]60
Max. output current [A]33.3
Nominal AC Voltage [V]208/240
Maximum AC Voltage Range [V]228
Nominal AC Frequency [Hz], range [Hz-Hz]60
Max. AC Line Current [A]
AC Connection TypeL1/L2/Neutral/Ground
AC Current Distortion [THD%]
AC DisconnectNo
AC Input Wire Gauge Range [AWG]6 AWG - 4 AWG
Max Microinverters Units per xA string
Sleep (Night) Consumption [W]60
Standby Consumption [W]
CSI-Approved Built-in MeterNo
NEMA Enclosure RatingNEMA 3R
Cooling MethodIntegrated Fans
Ambient Temperature Range [Â°C(Â°F)]-25°C to +55°C (-13°F to +131°F)
Operating Humidity [%]
Operating Altitude [ft/m]
DisplayLCD Touch Screen
CommunicationWi-Fi, LAN, CanBus, RS485
Basic Warranty [Years]10
Warranty Extension Options [Years]
Safety and EMC Standard
Grid Standard
CompliancesUL1741-2010/2018, IEE-E1547a-2003/2014, FCC 15 Class B, UL1741SA, CA Rule21, HECO Rule 14H
AC grid range [Hz]55-65
Max. recommended PV power (@ module STC)11000

Fuses and Holders
Amps [A]

Data Logers
Bluetooth (BT)No
WiFi (wireless LAN)No
Powermanagement (PM+)No
Powermanagement (PM+) / GPRSNo
Powermanagement (PM+) / WiFiNo
GPRSNo
Central inverter SCB and SMBNo
Max. no. inverters
Communication interface
Inverter mixed operationNo
Measured max. plant size [kWp]
Max. cable length
String monitoring-depends on inv. modelNo
Inverter failureNo
Performance monitoring for each inverterNo
Status/fault monitoringNo
Connection to sensor systemNo
Connection to Sensor BasicNo
Email and SMS alarmNo
Local alarm (pot. free contact)No
Yield forecastingNo
Degradation calculationNo
Connection to digital meter readerNo
Integrated webserverNo
Graphic visualisation - local PCNo
Graphic visualisation - USB stickNo
Graphic visualisation - internetNo
LED status displayNo
Operation on deviceNo
Large display RS485/S0 pulseNo
Sâ‚€ in/out
Ethernet networkNo
USB stickNo
Analogue modem / GPRS(GSM)No
Potential-free contact (relay)No
Alarm contact (anti-theft)No
Mains voltage / device voltage [Vac/Vdc]
Power consumption [W]
Ambient Temperature [Â°C(Â°F)]
Assembly
Protection class for logger
Connection to Solar-LogTM WEBNo
Multilingual (DE, EN, ES, FR, IT, NL)No
Memory

Connectors
Pre-configured (p), Configurable (c)
Test Specifications
LockableNo
Protection Type Connected / Disconnected
Approved Temperature Range [Â°C]
Rated Current, Specified Cable Cross-sec
Contact Resistance [mÎ©]
Max. System DC Voltage [V]
Protection Class
Contact Material
Plug Face is Similar to
Combinable w original type confirmed by
Measurements (length x cross-section)

Combiners
Usable Cable Cross-section
Number of Breakers
Number of Fuse Holders
Combiner Voltage Rating (VDC)
Combiner Maximum DC Current (A)
Max. Input Short Cir. Current/String [A]
Maximum Continuous Current (A)
Max. Input Current Per String (A)
Combiner Maximum Voltage (VDC)
Combiner Positive Output Wire Size (mm2)
Output Wire Size (mm2)
Max. Positive Input Wire Size (mm2)
Max. Negative Input Wire Size (mm2)
Combiner Negative Output Wire Size (mm2)
Combiner Input Wire Size (mm2)
Combiner Enclosure Rating
Combiner Maximum Input Fuse Rating (A)
Combiner Operating Temperature (CËš)

Cables
Reel Length (Imperial)
Cable (Wire) Size [mmÂ² (AWG)]
Jacket Color
Cable Conductor Material
Cable Voltage Rating [V]

Breakers
Circuit Breaker Amps [A]
Poles
AC Voltage Rating [Vac]
DC Voltage Rating [Vdc]
FusedNo

Wireless Characteristics
Frequency (GHz)
Output Power (dBm)
Throughput (Gbps)
Range
Min Gain (dBi)
Max Gain (dBi)
Antenna Type
Number of Antennas
Antenna Beamwidth - Azimuth (H) (Degrees)
Antenna Beamwidth - Elevation (V) (Degrees)
Electrical Beamwidth (Degrees)
Polarization
Port to Port Isolation (dB)
Min Cross Pol Isolation (dB)
Cross Pol Isolation (dB)
Front to Back Ratio (dB)
PTP or PTMP
Licensed
Wireless Integrated System?
WiFi Connector
Wireless Connector
Number of Connectors
Electrical Tilt Type
Min Electrical Tilt (Degrees)
Max Electrical Tilt (Degrees)
Mechanical Tilt Type
Min Mechanical Tilt (Degrees)
Max Mechanical Tilt (Degrees)
Lens
Sensor
Mounting
Power Method
Voltage
PoE Interfaces
PoE Adapter IncludedNo

Wireless Technology
MiMo
Surge Suppression
WiFi Standard
Min Concurrent Clients
Concurrent Clients
Channel Spacing
Max Transmit Power (dBm)

Video
Video Compression
Resolution
Max Frame Rate
Image Setting
Night Mode
Microphone
View Angle (degree)

Switches
Switching Capacity (Gbps)
Total Non Blocking Throughput
Forwarding Rate (MPPS)
Ports
No. of Data Ports

Regulatory / Compliance Info
FCC Regulations
Certifications / Wireless Approval

Building Materials
Knockout Size (Inch)
Outside Diameter (Inch)
Inside Diameter (Inch)
Wall Thickness (Inch)
Material
Color
Exposure (Inch)
Shingles Per Square
Wind Resistance (mph)

Split phase... Sol-Ark 8K pumps out power just like the grid, allowing you to power 120V and 240V appliances simultaneously. Grid Tied, Hybrid, or Off-Grid... Manages power from Solar, Battery, Grid, Load, and Generator simultaneously. Sol-Ark is expandable from 5 to 36 (11 kW) solar panels and 0-32 batteries. 10-year extended warranty... 5-year standard warranty available.

Inside the 8K box:
• Manual
• WiFi Plug with screws
• Battery Resistors-2
• Limiter Sensors (sm)-2
• Toroid
• Allen Key
• Mounting Bracket
• Battery Temp Sensor

Features:
• 4ms Instant Battery Backup
• Expandable PV: 1.5KW to 11KW
• Batteries: Optional, 12KWh to 48KWh
• Payback Period = 7.5 years
• Smart Load: automatic On/Off Grid
• Lifespan: Panels = 50yrs
• Sol-Ark is a Solar Powered Generator made from Recyclable Materials
• Infinitely Recyclable Low Cost Batteries

Inside the 8K box:
• Manual
• WiFi Plug with screws
• Battery Resistors-2
• Limiter Sensors (sm)-2
• Toroid
• Allen Key
• Mounting Bracket
• Battery Temp Sensor

Solar Characteristics:
• Max allowed PV Power: 11000W
• Max PV Power Delivered to Battery & AC Outputs: 8000W
• Max DC voltage: 500V @ 18A, 450V @ 20A
• MPPT voltage range: 150-425V
• Starting voltage: 125V
• Number of MPPT: 2
• Solar Strings per MPPT: 2
• Max DC current per MPPT: 20A (self limiting)
• Max AC Coupled Input (Micro/String Inverters): 9,600W

AC Output Characteristics:
• Connections: 120/240/208V split phase
• Continuous AC power to Grid (On-Grid): 8000W 33.3A L-L (240V)
• Continuous AC power to Load (Off-Grid): 8000W 33.3A L-L (240V)
• Surge AC power 10sec: 16,000VA L-L (240V)
• Surge AC power 100ms: 25,000VA L-L (240V)
• Parallel Stacking: No
• Frequency: 60/50Hz
• Continuous AC power with Grid or Generator: 15120W 63A L-L (240V), 7,560W 63A L-N (120V)
• CEC Efficiency: 96.5% (Peak 97.5%)
• Idle Consumption typical – no load: 60W
• Sell back power modes: Limited to Household or Fully Grid-Tied
• Design (DC to AC): Transformerless DC
• Response Time (Grid-Tied to Off-Grid): 4ms
• Power Factor: +/-0.9 - 1.0

Battery (optional) Characteristics:
• Type: Lead-Acid or Li-Ion
• Nominal DC Input: 48V
• Capacity: 50 – 9900Ah
• Voltage Range: 43.0 – 63.0V
• Continuous Battery charging output: 185A
• Charging curve: 3-stage w/ equalization
• Grid to Battery Charging Efficiency: 96.0%
• External temperature sensor: included
• Current shunt for accurate % SOC: integrated
• External Generator Start based on voltage or % SOC: integrated
• Communication to Lithium battery: CanBus & RS485

General Characteristics:
• NEMA-3R rated
• Ambient Temperature (4 variable speed fans): -25 to 55C, >45C
• Installation Style: Wall-Mounted
• Wi-Fi & LAN Communication: included
• Extended Warranty: 10 years