What is a hybrid inverter?

Hybrid inverters are essentially two inverters in one; they combine 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 to choose a solar hybrid power inverter?

When purchasing a hybrid power inverter, you have to make sure it suits the size of your solar panel system. For example, if your solar panel array has a combined power of 5kW then a 5,000 W inverter should be just right for it. Consult with the solar hybrid inverter manufacturer when in doubt and read the guidelines.

How efficient is a hybrid inverter?

The efficiency of an inverter is close to 100%, which means that almost no electricity loss occurs while it's working. A hybrid inverter functions as both an inverter for electricity from solar modules and a battery. Some homeowners install a hybrid inverter even if they don’t have batteries.

Does sigenergy have a hybrid inverter?

Notably, Sigenergy is the first company to release a fully integrated hybrid system that combines solar, battery storage, and bidirectional EV charging into a single unit. At its core is the hybrid inverter, available in single-phase and three-phase models ranging from 5kW to 25kW. All inverters support 200% solar oversizing.

Are hybrid inverters better than off-grid?

Due to the higher battery voltages ranging from 150 to 500V, they can also deliver the same power using much smaller gauge cables, making HV systems cheaper and easier to install. Like off-grid inverters, hybrid inverters must be used with the correct battery; they are not compatible with both low-voltage (48V) and high-voltage (HV) batteries.

Can a hybrid inverter work with a HV battery?

Additionally, most high-voltage hybrid inverters can only work with one type of HV battery, which is often the same brand as the inverter. However, HV batteries generally offer more continuous and peak power per kWh, which is useful if a high backup load power is needed.