Enphase IQ8 Plus Micro Inverter

Enphase IQ8A Micro Inverter

Enphase Energy
Micro Inverters
With Integrated Ground

 Enphase Energy Micro inverters at the solar panel level convert DC power to AC power. Additionally, you can easily monitor what panels are not producing and troubleshoot your system so much easier than before. If one panel is having production issues then it doesn't negatively impact the output of the other panels - this is unlike traditional string inverter systems. Micro inverters automatically meet 2014 and 2017 NEC Rapid Shutdown requirements - when the grid goes down these devices turn themselves off, making them easy to install while also saving time on labor costs. Connecting them only takes a few minutes after attaching them to the equipment rack right behind each solar panel with an included cable. These micro inverters are available in landscape or portrait orientation, letting you choose whichever looks best for your application needs. Lastly, if you plan on expanding later due to changing energy demands, then these devices offer greater flexibility than any others currently on the market today.

3 Benefits of Using Enphase Micro Inverters in Your Solar Panel System

1. Increased Efficiency
2. Improved monitoring and trouble shooting
3. Reduced impact of individual panel issues

Enphase micro inverters are revolutionizing the way we utilize solar energy. By installing Enphase micro inverters in your solar panel system, you can benefit from more efficient energy production, easier monitoring and troubleshooting, and fewer overall system issues. These Enphase micro inverters convert direct current (DC) power from the solar panels into alternating current (AC) power for your home, making them a key component of any solar panel system. With so many advantages, it's no wonder why Enphase micro inverters are becoming increasingly popular.

Enphase Energy Micro inverters are an integral part of a high powered smart grid solar system. By converting DC power to AC power at the solar panel level, Enphase micro inverters allow you to maximize your solar system’s efficiency. With the Enphase IQ System, you can design your solar array with larger strings and a longer string length, resulting in more efficient energy harvesting. The increased efficiency provided by Enphase micro inverters helps you to get the most out of your solar system.

Enphase IQ series microinverters extend the reliability standards set by previous generations and undergo power-on testing enabling Enphase to offer an industry leading warranty of 25 years. With the Enphase IQ system, you can also monitor and analyze your solar system with the Monitoring and Analysis software, which allows you to easily view your current and historical performance. The high powered smart grid ready inverters have millions of hours of power completed, allowing you to extend the reliability of your investment and rest easy knowing that you are getting the most out of your solar system.

FEATURES:

Integrated Ground - Eliminates the need for a copper grounding wire or WEEB

High Performance - Significant energy harvest gains and higher system availability with no single point of failure. Best-in-class 96.5% CEC efficiency

Reliable - Industry-leading manufacturing and quality standards create a ruggedized product for all environments

Safe - No high-voltage DC in the system means peace of mind and cost reductions

Built-in rapid shutdown compliant (NEC 2014 & 2017)

Simple - Reduced DC design and install costs with superior flexibility for all projects

Intelligent - Precision insights enable faster, easier system and fleet management

UL Certified - Meets CA Rule 21 (UL 1741-SA)

Benefits of Micro Inverters:

Faster to install for installers - the lightweight Q cables are plug-and-play

More energy production for homeowners with up to 500 watt peak output power

Most efficient inverter of the Enphase micro inverter family, at 97.6%

Integrates seamlessly with the new Enphase IQ Battery for energy storage options

Smart Grid ready - complies with fixed power factor, voltage and frequency ride-through requirements, and remotely updates to respond to changing grid requirements

Specifications:

Input Data (DC):	IQ7PLUS-72-2-US	IQ7A-72-2-US	IQ8PLUS-72-2-US	IQ8A-72-2-US
Solar Panel Compatibility	60 cell or 72 cell	60 cell or 72 cell	60 cell/120 half-cell and 72 cell/144 half-cell
Commonly Used Module Pairings	235W - 440W	295W - 460W	235W - 440W	295W - 500W
Output Voltage	240VAC / 208VAC		240VAC
Maximum input DC voltage	60V	58V	60V
MPPT Voltage Range	27V - 45V	38V - 43V	29V - 45V	36V - 45V
Operating Range	16V - 60V	18V - 58V	25V - 58V
Min./Max. start voltage	22V/60V	30V/58V
Max. DC short circuit current	15A
Output Data (240 VAC/208 VAC):	IQ7PLUS-72-2-US	IQ7A-72-2-US	IQ8PLUS-72-2-US	IQ8A-72-2-US
Peak Output Power	295W	366W/295W	300W	366W
Max Output Current	1.21A/ 1.39A	1.45A/ 1.39A	1.21A	1.45A
Nominal voltage/range	211-264V / 183-229V		211-264V
Nominal frequency/range	60 Hz
Extended frequency/range	47-68 Hz		50-68 Hz
Max # Inverters/20A Branch	13 (1 phase 240V) 11 (1 phase 208V)	11 (1 phase 240V) 11 (1 phase 208V)	13 (1 phase 240V)	11 (1 phase 240V)
Mechanical Data:	IQ7PLUS-72-2-US	IQ7A-72-2-US	IQ8PLUS-72-2-US	IQ8A-72-2-US
Peak Inverter Efficiency	97%		97.6%
CEC Weighted Efficiency	97% (240VAC) 96.5% (208VAC)		97% (240V)	97.5% (240V)
Operating Temperature Range	-40°C to +65°C	-40°C to +60°C
Night time power consumption	65mW		60mW
Cooling	Natural Convection -    No Fans
Enclosure	Outdoor – NEMA 6
Connectors	MC4 compatible
Communication	Power line (PLC)
Weight/Dimensions	3 lbs 9"W x 8"H x 2"D
Warranty	25 Year

The three key elements of an Enphase Micro Inverter System are:

• the Enphase Micro inverter
• the Enphase Envoy communications gateway
• the Enphase Enlighten web-based monitoring and analysis

This integrated system maximizes energy harvest, increases system reliability, and simplifies design, installation and management.