What is a hybrid inverter?

A hybrid inverter is essentially two inverters in one. It combines a solar inverter and a battery inverter into one simple unit. These advanced inverters use solar energy to power your home, charge a battery, or send excess energy into the electricity grid. Most hybrid inverters can also provide emergency backup power during a blackout.

How do I select a hybrid inverter?

When choosing a hybrid inverter, it's important to consider its capabilities and how they can be customized to suit your needs and preferences. To help you make an informed decision, consider consulting with an accredited solar and battery specialist like Jason Svarc, who has over a decade of experience in designing and installing solar and battery systems.

Can a hybrid inverter work with a HV battery?

Yes, most high-voltage hybrid inverters can work with a high-voltage (HV) battery, but they are often limited to the same brand as the inverter. HV batteries generally offer more continuous and peak power per kWh, which is useful if a high backup load power is needed.

Is Sungrow a good hybrid inverter?

The Sungrow SH-RS series is a very popular single-phase hybrid inverter due to its numerous features, wide variety of sizes, high pass-through power rating, simple design, and affordability.

How powerful is a flexboss21 hybrid inverter/charger?

The Flexboss21 hybrid inverter/charger offers a substantial 16kW of continuous output power with PV & battery, peak output of 24kW, and up to 12kW continuous output using battery alone.

Do hybrid inverters provide emergency backup power during a blackout?

Hybrid inverters can provide emergency backup power during a blackout. These inverters are available in capacities ranging from 3kW to 15kW, offered in both single-phase and three-phase varieties, with various intelligent control features.