Description
The SMA Sunny Boy Smart Energy SBSE 4.8 is a hybrid 4,800 watt (4.8 kW) AC output PV solar inverter designed for residential solar projects. This transformerless, split-phase inverter features a compact design for fast, simple installation and commissioning. The Sunny Smart Energy inverter combines the functions of a solar and battery inverter into a single unit, at minimum weight. While with most grid-tied inverters, when the grid goes down, so does the solar-powered home. Yet with the SMA Smart Energy's new technology, this hybrid solution provides daytime energy to a dedicated power outlet during grid outages, providing homeowners with access to power as the sun shines with or without a battery. High performance, flexible design, and innovative features make the Sunny Boy Smart Energy inverter an excellent choice for delivering dependable residential power to your home. Order online or PHONE 888-498-3331
Product Features
- PV, Hybrid and AC coupling in one
- Energy security with or without a battery
- 200% DC/AC design capability
- Smaller and lighter, eases mounting
- Integrated system manager
- 97.5% maximum efficiency
- Lifetime system monitoring with Integrated web connections
- 10 year warranty standard with up to 25 year optional extended warranty
- Qualifies for Federal Energy Tax Credit and State and Utility Solar Rebates!
Videos
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Exploring SMA Home Energy Solutions with Product Manager Robert Lamendola!
Welcome to our latest video where we dive deep into SMA Home E...
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Unboxing the Sunny Boy Smart Energy-US (ASMR Edition)
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SMA Sunny Boy Smart Energy: Commissioning with the 360 App
Dive into this comprehensive tutorial designed exclusively for...
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TechTip: Configuring Sunny Boy Smart Energy with SMA Home Storage in the commissioning wizard
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Parts / Specifications
Manufacturer: |
SMA America |
Model SKU: |
SBSE 4.8 |
INPUT PV (DC): |
DC INPUT PV |
Max. PV array power (200% oversizing): |
9600 Wp |
Max. DC voltage: |
600 V |
MPP voltage range: |
60 – 480 V |
Startup input voltage: |
66 Vdc |
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) |
Number of independent MPPT inputs / inputs per MPPT: |
3 / 1 |
Connection of MPPT inputs in parallel: |
A and B |
DC INPUT BATTERY: |
DC INPUT BATTERY |
Battery type: |
See SMA List of Approved Batteries |
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 / 5040 W |
AC OUTPUT: |
AC OUTPUT |
Max. apparent AC power: |
4800 VA |
AC Rated power (at 240 V, 60 Hz): |
4800 W |
AC Rated power (at 208 V, 60 Hz): |
4160 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: |
20 A |
Breaker (overcurrent protection): |
25 A |
Power factor at rated power: |
1 / adjustable 0.8 overexcited to 0.8 underexcited |
EFFICIENCY: |
EFFICIENCY |
Max. efficiency: |
97.5% |
PROTECTIVE DEVICES: |
PROTECTIVE DEVICES |
DC disconnect / DC reverse polarity protection: |
Standard feature |
Arc fault circuit interrupter (AFCI): |
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: |
IV / II / II |
GENERAL DATA: |
GENERAL DATA |
Dimensions (W / H / D): |
19.7 x 23.1 x 9.3 in |
Weight: |
38.6 lb |
Topology / cooling method: |
Transformerless / Natural convection |
Environmental protection rating: |
IP65 / Type 3S |
EQUIPMENT: |
EQUIPMENT |
AC terminals / Ground Connection (AWG): |
10 AWG – 6 AWG / 12 AWG – 6 AWG |
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 years |
Certificates and approvals (planned): |
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 |
SMA BACKUP SECURE (grid outage mode, with or without battery): |
SMA BACKUP SECURE |
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 |
Installation Instructions
DOWNLOADS
SMA Sunny Boy Smart Energy SBSE Datasheet
SMA Sunny Boy Smart Energy SBSE Installation Manual
