OutBack SmartRE SRE6000-120/240-NA
6000 W 120/240VAC Grid-Interactive Solution (Vented Inverter Inside) with 2 Battery Cabinets

SmartRE is the revolutionary Smart Renewable Energy solution from OutBack Power, bringing you simplified grid-tie solar with back-up power for residential and small commercial applications. Designed with an emphasis on ease of installation, a SmartRE solution installs and operates similarly to basic grid-tie solar inverters but with the unique additional benefit of providing UPS quality battery back-up during utility outages. An integrated ultra-fast AC transfer switch guarantees that even sensitive back-up loads, like computers, never know when a utility outage occurs. Recommended AGM batteries are maintained and charged by an innovative OutBack multi-stage charging process. This valuable feature assists in providing reliable back-up power and will help extend your battery life up to 10 years.

The SmartRE is a versatile product and can be installed both indoors and outdoors. Available in power levels up to 6kW and capable of providing as much as 69 kWh of back-up power during outages, there is a SmartRE solution for your application. With matching type 3R rainproof power electronics and battery enclosures constructed of aluminum, a SmartRE solution can be either wall or pad mounted, making this the most versatile grid-tie with battery backup solution on the market. This solution is designed and manufactured by OutBack Power to ensure that a SmartRE solution works reliably for years to come. A standard 5-year warranty, with an option to add an additional five year warranty, provides peace of mind.

Ease of installation, UPS quality battery back-up, and solutions as large as 6 kW along with proven OutBack engineering makes the SmartRE system the Smart choice for a premium Grid-Interactive solar power system.  There are two common types of Grid-Tie renewable energy systems: Basic Grid-Tie and Grid-Tie with Battery Back-up, also known as Grid-Interactive.

Basic Grid-Tie System
A basic Grid-Tie solar system generates electricity when the sun is shining. It supplies this power to your house and sends any excess back to the utility. It does this by inverting the DC power produced from the solar array into grid compatible AC power which is then sent to your main electrical panel to by used by your household appliances while any excess power is sold back to the utility. In the event of a utility power outage, your basic Grid-Tie inverter is automatically turned off and no power is produced, even when the sun is shining!

Grid-Interactive
Just like a basic Grid-Tie system, a Grid-Interactive solar system such as the SmartRE generates electricity when the sun is shining and supplies this power to your house while sending any excess power back to the utility. It does this by inverting the DC power produced from the solar array into usable AC Power which is then sent to your main electrical panel to be used by your household appliances while any excess power is sold back to the utility. Where a Grid-Interactive system differs from a Grid-Tie system, is in its ability to charge batteries which are used as a back-up source when the power goes out. In the event of a grid power outage uninterrupted power is supplied to important household loads such as refrigerators, lights, and computers while your solar array continues to produce power and charge your batteries.

How does a SmartRE Grid-Interactive System work?
A SmartRE Grid-Interactive system uses battery storage in order to provide back-up power during utility outages. Here is how a system works:

1. Power from your solar array is run to a Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) charge controller.

2. Power runs from the charge controller to your battery bank which is made up of sealed maintenance free AGM or Gel cell batteries.

3. The circuits that need to be backed up must be moved from the main panel to the standby load panel. Power runs from the battery through the inverter in the SmartRE where the DC power is inverted to AC power. AC power goes to both the main panel, where excess power can be sold back to the utility, and to a standby load panel which is backed up during a utility outage.

How long does it take to install a Grid-Interactive System?
Installation of a SmartRE Grid-Interactive system typically takes 2-3 hours. The most difficult part of most installations is moving the circuits which are to be backed up from the main panel to the sub panel, which can cause installation times to be longer.

How much run time on batteries should I expect?
SmartRE battery enclosures are designed to support battery banks from 4kWh to 15kWh depending on the model and configuration of battery bank that you select.

How long will the batteries last and is there any maintenance required?
Sealed AGM and Gel batteries which are typically used in Grid-Interactive applications last from 5-10 years on average with no maintenance required. In applications that require more time to run without utility or solar power than your battery bank can supply. OutBack recommends using SmartRE products in conjunction with Honda EU generators.

Can I back up my whole house?
Unless you use very little power it typically does not make economic sense to provide back-up power for an entire home. Furthermore, there are specific loads such as heaters and large air conditioners which we do not recommend providing back up power for since they are often inefficient consumers of electricity. Spot coolers and some of the new energy efficient room air conditioners can be used. We recommend only backing up common loads such as lights, refrigerators/freezers, sump pumps and stereos or TVs to maximize runtime.

Specifications

    * Continuous Power Rating: 6000VA
    * Part number: SRE6000-120/240-NA

AC Specifications

    * Nominal Output Voltage - Sell: 120VAC/240VAC
    * Nominal Output Voltage - Invert: 120VAC/240VAC
    * Nominal Frequency Output: 60hz
    * Maximum AC Current - Peak (1 millisecond): 70A at 120VAC/70A at 240VAC
    * Maximum AC Current - RMS (100 millisecond): 50A at 120VAC/50A at 240VAC
    * AC Overload Capability Output - Surge: 12000VA
    * AC Overload Capability Output - 5 Seconds: 10000VA
    * AC Overload Capability Output - 30 Minutes: 8000VA
    * AC Output Current: 25.0A at 120VC/25.0A at 240VAC
    * Total Harmonic Distortion - Sell Current: <5%
    * Total Harmonic Distortion - Invert Voltage: 2% Typical
    * AC Inputs: Two 60A 120/240VAC AC Inputs [ Grid / Generator ]
    * AC Transfer Switch Speed: <16 milliseconds
    * Anti-Islanding Protection: UL1741-2005 / IEEE1547 Compliant
    * Output Waveform: True Sine Wave

DC Specifications

    * Maximum PV Array Wattage - STC/Nameplate: 8000 W DC STC
    * MPPT PV Input Voltage Range: 50-150 VDC VOC Including Maximum Voltage Temperature Correction
    * MPPT PV Operating Voltage Range: 50-145 VDC Including Maximum Voltage Temperature Correction
    * Maximum PV Open Circuit Voltage: 150 VDC VOC
    * Maximum PV Short Circuit Current: 128A (Two at 64A DC)
    * Ground Fault Protection: (2) 80A DC Breakers (Detection >0.5 A)
    * Electronic Overcurrent Protection: Yes
    * Separate PV MPPT Inputs: 2
    * Maximum Battery Charger Output - AC Source (Grid or Gen.): 90A AC
    * DC Source (PV Array): 160A DC
    * Battery Voltage Nominal: 48 VDC
    * Operating Range: 42-68 VDC
    * Recommended Minimum Battery Capacity: 200 Amp hours at 48VDC/ ~8kWH
    * Temperature Compensated Battery Charging: Yes

Solution Specifications

    * Inverter Efficiency: Up to 93%
    * Nighttime Consumption: 0 W AC
    * AC Input and Output Terminals: Accepts #2 to #14 AWG SET/Screw Type Compression Terminals
    * Information Display: Battery State of Charge, PV Active, Inverter Output, Grid Active, Generator Active
    * Integrated Communications: Included MATE 2 for Remote System Information
    * Operating Temperature Range: -40° C Ñ 60° C (power derated above 25° C)
    * Batteries: Not Included
    * Recommended Batteries: Group 27, Group 31 and Tall Group 31 AGM or Gel Cell Batteries (Please see documentation for list of compatible models)
    * Enclosure Rating: Type 3R / Outdoor Raintight
    * Enclosure Materials: Aluminum
    * Electronics Enclosure Mounting Options: Wall Mount (Bracket Included), Ground Mount, Concrete Pad Mount
    * Enclosure Dimensions (HxWxD): 4 Enclosures 42.75x19x20.38"(108.58x48.26x51.75 cms) (each)
    * Weight - Power Electronics: 2 Enclosures 180 lbs (81.6 kg) + 88 lbs (40 kg)
    * Weight - Battery Enclosures: 2 Enclosures 44 lbs (19.9 kg) (each) (not including batteries)
    * Certifications: ETL Listed to UL1741, CSA C22.2 No. 107.1
    * Warranty: 5 Year Limited Warranty Standard/Optional 10 Year Warranty
    * Options: Matching Battery Enclosure, Battery Enclosure Paralleling Kit, Battery Installation Kit

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Your order will ship from one of our three warehouses, Texas, Arizona, or California. Actual delivery time will depend on product availability and or your proximity to the warehouse stocking the item that is ordered.

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