Sungrow, a leading global provider of photovoltaic (PV) inverters and energy storage solutions, has unveiled its latest Commercial & Industrial (C&I) PV inverter range at Solar & Storage Live London. The new range is fully compatible with optimizers, enhancing the efficiency and safety of PV projects while ensuring compliance with UK safety standards.
The C&I PV inverters feature module-level optimization, which ensures that PV modules operate at peak performance under varying environmental conditions. This maximizes energy yield, even in cases of shading or mismatched modules, improving overall system efficiency. Safety remains a top priority for Sungrow, with the new C&I inverters meeting the highest industry safety requirements, including NEC 2017 and 2020 standards for module-level rapid shutdown.
In addition to module-level optimization, the new C&I inverters come equipped with integrated Type I+II DC and Type II AC Surge Protection Devices (SPDs), providing comprehensive defense against excessive electrical voltages and impulse currents. These surges, often caused by lightning strikes or grid-switching operations, can lead to costly system failures.
Sungrow’s commitment to safety is unwavering, with its C&I inverters complying with strict safety regulations, including BS EN 61643-11 and 61643-31 standards for Type I+II DC SPDs. This ensures that PV installations are fully protected against electrical surges and system malfunctions.
The integration of SPDs within Sungrow’s inverters simplifies the installation process and reduces overall project costs. Additionally, the dual protection on the DC side eliminates the need for external surge protection devices, delivering financial and logistical advantages to PV project developers and installers.
The UK’s C&I solar sector is experiencing strong growth, driven by businesses seeking energy independence, reduced electricity costs, and sustainability. Sungrow’s latest range of C&I PV inverters supports this movement by providing efficient, high-performance, and safety-compliant solutions tailored to the UK market’s specific needs.
Sungrow’s Distribution Manager for the UK and Ireland, Richard Collins, emphasized the company’s commitment to enhancing PV plant performance while upholding the highest safety standards. The new inverter range directly supports businesses in the UK, providing them with efficient, reliable, and fully compliant solar energy solutions.