Sungrow SH5/6/8/10T Three-Phase Hybrid Inverter – 5 to 10 kW
The Sungrow SHT hybrid inverter range from 5 to 10 kW consists of three-phase units for photovoltaic installations with energy storage and backup power. It includes the SH5T, SH6T, SH8T and SH10T models, with two independent MPPT trackers and a connection for compatible high-voltage lithium-ion batteries.
It incorporates a 63 A bypass per phase, a backup transfer time of less than 10 ms and support for 100% unbalanced output in both on-grid and backup modes, within the equipment’s operating limits. Its battery interface supports charging and discharging currents of up to 50 A, with a maximum charging power of 15 kW, subject to the connected battery.
Key features
Four power ratings from 5 to 10 kW
5, 6, 8 and 10 kW models to match a three-phase solar self-consumption system with energy storage to the project’s requirements.
Two independent MPPT trackers
Two string inputs on SH5T, SH6T and SH8T; three inputs on SH10T. Maximum input current of 16 A per string.
Integrated 63 A bypass per phase
The backup output supports up to 43 kW with the grid available, subject to the installation conditions and settings specified by the manufacturer.
Backup with fast transfer
Transfer to backup mode in less than 10 ms and peak power for 10 seconds of up to 15 kW / 15 kVA on SH10T.
High-voltage energy storage
Battery voltage range of 100–700 V, maximum charging and discharging current of 50 A and maximum charging power of 15 kW.
Natural cooling and IP65 protection
Wall-mounted unit with natural convection cooling, typical noise of 35 dB(A) and a C5 corrosion resistance rating specified by the manufacturer.
Technical specifications
Model comparison
| Parameter |
SH5T |
SH6T |
SH8T |
SH10T |
| Rated AC output power |
5,000 W |
6,000 W |
8,000 W |
10,000 W |
| Maximum AC output apparent power |
5,000 VA |
6,000 VA |
8,000 VA |
10,000 VA |
| Recommended maximum PV input power |
10,000 Wp |
12,000 Wp |
16,000 Wp |
20,000 Wp |
| Strings per MPPT |
1 / 1 |
1 / 1 |
1 / 1 |
2 / 1 |
| Maximum input current per MPPT |
16 / 16 A |
16 / 16 A |
16 / 16 A |
32 / 16 A |
| Maximum AC output current |
7.6 A |
9.1 A |
12.1 A |
15.2 A |
| Maximum battery charging power |
15,000 W |
15,000 W |
15,000 W |
15,000 W |
| Maximum battery discharging power |
5,000 W |
6,000 W |
8,000 W |
10,000 W |
| Rated backup output power in off-grid mode |
5,000 W / 5,000 VA |
6,000 W / 6,000 VA |
8,000 W / 8,000 VA |
10,000 W / 10,000 VA |
| Peak backup output power for 10 s |
10,000 W / 10,000 VA |
12,000 W / 12,000 VA |
13,500 W / 13,500 VA |
15,000 W / 15,000 VA |
| Maximum / European efficiency |
97.9% / 97.2% |
97.9% / 97.3% |
98.0% / 97.4% |
98.0% / 97.5% |
Charging and discharging performance is subject to the connected battery. Peak backup power can only be reached if sufficient PV and battery power is available and does not represent continuous power.
PV input and MPPT trackers
- Maximum PV input voltage: 1,000 V DC.
- Minimum PV input voltage: 150 V DC.
- Startup voltage: 180 V DC.
- Rated PV input voltage: 600 V DC.
- MPPT operating voltage range: 150–950 V DC.
- Independent MPPT trackers: 2.
- SH5T, SH6T and SH8T: one string input per MPPT, two inputs in total.
- SH10T: two string inputs on the first MPPT and one on the second, three inputs in total.
- Maximum PV input current on SH5T, SH6T and SH8T: 32 A total, distributed as 16 / 16 A.
- Maximum PV input current on SH10T: 48 A total, distributed as 32 / 16 A.
- Maximum DC short-circuit current on SH5T, SH6T and SH8T: 40 A total, distributed as 20 / 20 A.
- Maximum DC short-circuit current on SH10T: 60 A total, distributed as 40 / 20 A.
- Maximum input connector current: 30 A.
The connector current rating does not replace the operating limits per string or MPPT. Refer to the manual for the full-load MPPT voltage range. Exceeding the MPPT operating voltage range activates inverter protection.
Battery connection and energy storage
- Battery type: compatible lithium-ion battery.
- Battery voltage range: 100–700 V DC.
- Maximum charging current: 50 A.
- Maximum discharging current: 50 A.
- Maximum charging power: 15 kW on all models.
- Maximum discharging power: 5, 6, 8 or 10 kW, depending on the model.
The battery must be selected according to Sungrow’s stated compatibility requirements. The voltage range does not imply compatibility with any high-voltage battery. Actual charging and discharging power depends on the connected battery, its operating voltage and the limits of the complete system.
Grid connection and AC output
- Three-phase connection: 3 / N / PE.
- Rated AC voltage: 220 / 380 V, 230 / 400 V or 240 / 415 V.
- Specified AC voltage range: 270–480 V.
- Rated frequency: 50 / 60 Hz.
- Frequency range: 45–55 Hz at 50 Hz and 55–65 Hz at 60 Hz.
- Maximum apparent power drawn from the grid: 43,000 VA, subject to the manufacturer’s settings and conditions.
- Total harmonic distortion: less than 3% at rated power.
- Power factor at rated power: greater than 0.99.
- Adjustable power factor: 0.8 leading to 0.8 lagging.
- Support for 100% unbalanced output in on-grid and backup modes, within the unit’s per-phase limits.
Bypass and backup during power outages
- Integrated bypass: 63 A per phase.
- Maximum output power for backup loads with the grid available: 43,000 W, subject to the manufacturer’s settings and conditions.
- Maximum output current for backup loads with the grid available: 3 × 63 A.
- Backup transfer time: less than 10 ms.
- Rated off-grid voltage: 3 / N / PE, 220 / 380 V, 230 / 400 V or 240 / 415 V, with a tolerance of ±2%.
- Rated off-grid frequency: 50 / 60 Hz, with a tolerance of ±0.2%.
- Voltage harmonic distortion with a linear load: 2%.
- Rated off-grid backup power: 5–10 kW, depending on the model.
- Peak power for 10 seconds: 10–15 kW, depending on the model.
Bypass power and backup power
The specified 43 kW for backup loads with the grid available applies to operation with a grid supply. During an outage, rated power depends on the selected model and the energy available in the system. Runtime and actual power depend on the battery, its state of charge, PV generation and connected loads. Backup for the entire installation requires an appropriate electrical design.
Protections and functions
- Grid monitoring.
- PV DC reverse polarity protection.
- Battery input reverse polarity protection.
- AC short-circuit protection.
- Leakage current protection.
- Integrated PV DC switch.
- Type II surge protection on both DC and AC sides.
- PID Zero function.
- Support for precise AFCI arc fault detection, as stated in the range overview.
- IP65 degree of protection.
- C5 corrosion resistance rating specified by the manufacturer.
Installation and operating conditions
- Inverter dimensions, width × height × depth: 620 × 480 × 195 mm.
- Unit weight: 32 kg.
- Mounting: wall-mounted using a bracket.
- Operating ambient temperature: −25 to +60 °C.
- Allowable relative humidity: 0–100%, non-condensing.
- Cooling: natural convection.
- Maximum operating altitude: 2,000 m.
- Typical noise: 35 dB(A).
- Transformerless topology for the PV and battery stages.
- Indoor or outdoor installation, following the manufacturer’s instructions.
Communications and connections
- LED indicators.
- Communications: RS485, WLAN, Ethernet and CAN.
- Inputs and outputs: 4 DI, 2 DO and DRM0.
- PV connection: MC4-compatible connector, maximum cable cross-section of 6 mm².
- Battery connection: Plug & Play, maximum cable cross-section of 10 mm².
- AC connection: Plug & Play, maximum cable cross-section of 16 mm².
Standards listed in the datasheet
IEC/EN 62109, IEC 61000-6, EN 62477-1, IEC 61727, IEC 62116, IEC 62920, EN 55011, CISPR 11, VDE-AR-N-4105, EN 50549-1, AS/NZS 4777.2:2020, TOR Type A, R25, NC RfG, PSE 2018, NTS V2.1 Type A, UNE 217001, UNE 217002, RD and CEI 0-21.
Sungrow inverters for three-phase solar self-consumption with energy storage
The Sungrow SH5/6/8/10T range combines two MPPT trackers, a high-voltage battery connection and a backup output in a unit with natural convection cooling. Its four power ratings, integrated bypass and support for unbalanced loads allow the system to be adapted to different three-phase solar self-consumption and power continuity requirements.
At Vico Export Solar Energy, we supply Sungrow inverters and photovoltaic equipment to installers, engineering companies and distributors, with domestic and international shipping. Contact us for availability, battery compatibility and supply terms for your project.
Datasheet and enquiries
View the specifications of the SH5T, SH6T, SH8T and SH10T models and the range’s technical data.
