Name: Sol-Ark 8K 120/240/208V 48V [All-In-One] Hybrid Solar Inverter | 10 Year Warranty
SKU: 1068513

SOL-ARK 8K-2P Hybrid Inverter Overview

A powerful solar hybrid inverter that is battery-agnostic for off-grid backup options for homeowners

SOL-ARK 8K-2P Hybrid Inverter Features & Benefits

Easy Install

The Sol-Ark INVERTER comes with everything you need to install it. Nicely packaged for added efficiency.

Fleet Management

With Sol-Ark’s remote access features and app you are never out of touch to quickly repair or adjust any system without being on site.

Battery Agnostic

Sol-Ark inverters also do not have expensive battery restrictions like other solar inverters do, and can be used with a wide variety of 48V battery chemistries, from lead to lithium.

SOL-ARK 8K-2P Hybrid Inverter Specifications

Characteristics:

Manufacturer: Sol-Ark
Model: 8K-2P-N
Other Vendor Codes: Sol-Ark-8K-48-ST
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]: 5

Inverters:

Inverter Type: Hybrid inverter
Maximum/Peak Efficiency [%]: 97.5
CEC weighted efficiency @ 240V [%]: 96.5
Transformer / Transformerless: Transformerless DC
DC Power Rating [W]: 11000
Max. Input Power [W]: 11000
Max. Input Voltage [V]: 500
Max. Input Current [A]: 40
Min. DC voltage / start voltage [V]: 125
Min. DC voltage / start voltage [V]: 125
Number of DC String Inputs (Inlets): 4
Number of MPP Trackers: 2
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 Type: Integrated
Reverse-Polarity Protection: true
Ground-Fault Isolation Detection: Integrated
AC Power Rating [W]: 8000
Nominal AC Power [W]: 8000
Max. AC Power [W]: 8000
AC voltage range [V]: 185-270
AC grid frequency [Hz]: 60
Max. output current [A]: 33.3
Nominal AC Voltage [V]: 120/240/208
Maximum AC Voltage Range [V]: 228
Nominal AC Frequency [Hz], range [Hz-Hz]: 60
Max. AC Line Current [A]: 63
AC Connection Type: L1/L2/Neutral/Ground
AC Input Wire Gauge Range [AWG]: 6 AWG - 4 AWG
Sleep (Night) Consumption [W]: 60
NEMA Enclosure Rating: NEMA 3R
Cooling Method: Integrated Fans
Ambient Temperature Range [°C(°F)]: -25°C to 55°C (-13°F to 131°F)
Display: LCD Touch Screen
Communication: Wi-Fi, LAN, CanBus, RS485
Basic Warranty [Years]: 5
Compliances: UL1741-2010/2018, 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

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
• Standard Warranty: 5 years
• Optional Extended Warranty: 10 years

Warranty and Reliability

Comes with our award winning iron clad warranty and our 7 day a week live Engineering Support to assist you in all your needs.

What's in The Box

1 x SOL-ARK 8K-2P Hybrid Inverter

INSTALLATION VIDEO

Sol-Ark 8K Menus and Programming

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