{"product_id":"5500w-solar-inverter-hybrid-pylontech","title":"Voltacon ESS 5.5kW Solar Inverter 48V MPPT Dual Charger - MCS Certified","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"color: #f87c24;\"\u003eVoltasol ESS 5.5kW Hybrid Solar Inverter 48V\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Voltasol ESS 5.5kW Hybrid Solar Inverter from Voltacon is a powerful single-phase inverter and battery charger designed for both grid-connected and off-grid solar energy systems. It is suitable for residential solar storage, backup power, self-consumption systems and installations using 48V lithium batteries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis unit is nearly new and fully working. It was exchanged only because the customer upgraded to a three-phase inverter. There are some cosmetic marks on the metal case and the original box is not available, but the inverter is fault-free, updated with the latest firmware and supplied with the required accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #f87c24;\"\u003eENA Registered G98\/G99 Compliant\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe inverter is ENA registered and compliant with G98\/G99 requirements for UK grid-connected installations. It can be used as a hybrid inverter operating in parallel with the grid, or as an off-grid inverter where no utility supply is available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #f87c24;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e5.5kW continuous single-phase output\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e48V battery system for lithium or lead-acid batteries\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatible with Pylontech US2000C, US3000C and US5000C lithium batteries\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLatest firmware already installed\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eENA registered and G98\/G99 compliant\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePure sine wave AC output for sensitive appliances\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e100A solar and AC battery charger\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable for grid-connected, hybrid and off-grid operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBackup output for critical loads during a mains failure\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdjustable export control from 0W to 5500W\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProgrammable supply priority for solar, battery or grid\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTimer charging function for low-cost electricity tariffs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEnergy meter and Modbus communication card included\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBMS cable included for Pylontech battery communication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #f87c24;\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis inverter is almost new and in excellent working condition. It was removed from a working installation because the customer changed to a three-phase system. The inverter has no operational fault and has been updated with the latest firmware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the metal case has some minor marks and the original box is not included. This is a very competitive price for a fully functional 5.5kW hybrid inverter with accessories included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #f87c24;\"\u003eWhat Is Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 x Voltasol ESS 5.5kW inverter and charger\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 x Pair of MC4 solar connectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 x Eastron energy meter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 x BMS communication cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 x Modbus communication card\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 x Free 3.2W Specter LED solar light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #f87c24;\"\u003eHybrid and Off-Grid Operation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen used off-grid, the inverter can supply standard AC loads up to 5500W at 230V\/240V AC. This makes it suitable for homes, cabins, farms, workshops and backup power systems where a utility supply is not available or not required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen used in hybrid mode with the grid, the inverter can supply household loads from solar and battery energy first. If the load demand is higher than the available solar or battery power, the national grid can support the additional demand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe AC backup output can also be used to supply selected critical loads during a power cut. This is ideal for fridge\/freezers, lighting, internet routers, servers, pumps and other essential circuits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #f87c24;\"\u003ePylontech Battery Communication\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe correct BMS cable is included for communication with Pylontech US2000C, US3000C and US5000C lithium batteries. To use the RS485 communication port of the battery, the first DIP switch on the master battery should be set as follows:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDIP switch 1: Up\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDIP switch 2: Down\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDIP switch 3: Down\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDIP switch 4: Down\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOnce correctly configured, the inverter can communicate with the battery BMS to manage charging, discharging and battery protection more effectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #f87c24;\"\u003eOperating Modes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOff-grid operation with solar and battery power\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHybrid operation with solar, battery and grid support\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGrid-connected self-consumption with export control\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBackup supply for selected essential loads\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTimed grid charging for economy tariff periods\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdjustable export limitation from 0W to 5500W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #f87c24;\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eVoltasol ESS Hybrid Solar Inverter\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRated Output Power\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e5500W \/ 5.5kW\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAC Output\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eSingle-phase 230V\/240V AC\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBattery Voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e48V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBattery Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003ePylontech US2000C, US3000C, US5000C, compatible legacy models and lead-acid batteries\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharger Rating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e100A solar and AC charger\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Waveform\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003ePure sine wave\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExport Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eAdjustable from 0W to 5500W\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommunication\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eUSB, RS232, Modbus, SNMP, GPRS and Wi-Fi support\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrid Compliance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eENA registered, G98\/G99 compliant\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Accessories\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eEnergy meter, Modbus card, BMS cable and MC4 connectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eNearly new, fully working, minor cosmetic marks, no original box\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #f87c24;\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eResidential solar battery storage systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHybrid solar PV systems with grid support\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOff-grid homes, cabins, farms and workshops\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBackup power for selected essential circuits\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSelf-consumption systems with export limitation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePylontech 48V lithium battery installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #f87c24;\"\u003eInstallation and Safety Notice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis inverter must be installed by a qualified electrician or professional solar installer. Correct cable sizing, battery protection, DC and AC isolation, earthing and grid compliance must be followed. For grid-connected installations, G98 notification or G99 approval may be required depending on the system design and export settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHybrid inverter and battery systems should not be installed by unqualified persons. Always follow the installation manual and the relevant electrical regulations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Voltacon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47625261252942,"sku":"ESS-5.5KW-USED","price":750.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/3698\/8238\/files\/voltacon-ess-55kw-solar-inverter-ready-for-pylontech-mppt-dual-charger-nearly-new-996395.jpg?v=1747942922","url":"https:\/\/voltaconsolar.com\/products\/5500w-solar-inverter-hybrid-pylontech","provider":"VoltaconSolar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}