Description
xWith a maximum output power of 500W, VOLTACON VMI500 / BYM500 microinverter connects to 1 panel and enables module-level maintenance and management of the PV station by monitoring the power generation of each module. The micro-inverters provide up to 20% yield improvement in net harvested power (kWh/kW) compared to conventional string inverter-based solar systems.
ENA Registered Product: ZHEJI/15702/V1/A1
Follow the link to the ENA website ENA Connect Direct (energynetworks.org)
Module-level data can be uploaded to the monitoring platform via VOLTACON data transfer units through PLCC/Zigbee. G98 Grid Standard Compliance. 10-Year Standard Warranty
The product is certified for the European and UK market, the list of certificates is available in the download tab. The inverter is also G98/G99 Compliant.
We offer an extended warranty of 25 years, contact us for more details. The manufacturer's limited warranty is 10 years.
ADVANCED MONITORING DOWN TO PANEL LEVEL
This inverter requires the PLCC monitoring controller, it is installed outdoors, close to the micro inverters. An ethernet-based solution that creates a reliable connection between the microinverters and the online world. The software platform is available from your phone or the online browser and it does not require an annual subscription
Features
- Maximum output power up to 500W/channel adapted to 60,66,72,75 cell or 120,132,144,150sub cell PV panels
- Static MPPT efficiency 99.80%
- High reliability, IP67 (NEMA 6) enclosure, 6000 V surge protection
VOLTACON MODULAR MICRO-INVERTER-BASED SOLAR SYSTEMS HAVE SIGNIFICANT ADVANTAGES VS. CONVENTIONAL DC STRING SYSTEMS:
- Maximised harvested energy: shading & defect immunity, reduced cabling losses, and power optimization (MPPT) for each module individually.
- No single point of failure. A safer system as high voltage DC is eliminated: simple, standardized, cost-effective installation with no specialist DC installers. System management and performance are enhanced through communication down to the individual module level.
- Voltacon inverters uniquely deliver high performance at low cost and high reliability, yielding ~20% cost of ownership advantage.
ADVANTAGE OF DE-CENTRALIZED SOLAR GRID INVERTERS
- Enables True AC-Module.
- 'Plug & Play' - lower installed cost.
- Lifetime equivalent to solar panels – 25 years.
- Higher harvested energy in the ‘real world’.
- High-performance system monitoring.
- Rooftops compromised by shade.
- Building Integrated PV (building walls and irregular surfaces).
- PV on grid-connected power poles or streetlight poles.
SAFETY
- Low DC voltage, and invisible.
QUALITY
- Components selected from world-class brands.
OPTIMIZATION
- Individual MPPT for each module.
PARALLEL INPUT
- 18A continuous input.
FLEXIBILITY
- Adapts to any system size and optimizes space.
PLUG & PLAY
- Hand-in-hand design. Fewer add-ons.
25 YEARS
- Long 25 years lifetime. Up to 15 years warranty.
SMART
- Module-level online smart monitoring.
Monitoring Device
Communication with VOLTACON microinverters through PLCC/Zigbee enables users to manage the systems in a smart digital way. 
Specifications
x| MODEL | VMI500 |
| Input Data (DC) | |
| Recommended Input Power (STC) | 400~670W Single, 60~75 full/120~150 sub cells (300~450W)*2 Parallel, 72~75 full/144~150 sub cells |
| MPPT Voltage Range | 24V-50V |
| Operating Voltage Range | 16V-60V |
| Maximum Input Voltage | 60V |
| Max. Short Circuit Current | 20A |
| Max. Input Current | 18A |
| Output Data (AC) | |
| Rated Output Power | 500W |
| Maximum Output Power | 520VA (Vac>=230, Vmp>=34) |
| Rated Voltage/Range | 230V/176-265V |
| Rated Frequency/Range | 50Hz/60Hz (46.5-62)Hz |
| Maximum Continuous Output Current | 2.27A |
| Maximum Harmonic Distortion | <3% |
| Power Factor | >0.99 (Default) |
| Maximum Connection Number In One String | 8 units (24A circuit breaker, 10AWG cable) |
| Efficiency | |
| Peak Efficiency | 96.5% |
| European Efficiency | 96% |
| MPPT Efficiency | >99.8% |
| Night Power Consumption | <100mW |
| Other Parameters | |
| Communication Method | Optional |
| Safety Protection | Classe I |
| Enclosure Rating | IP67 |
| Operating Temperature | -40° to +70° |
| Storage Temperature | -40° to +85° |
| Relative Humidity | 0-98% |
| Transformer Design | High frequency transformer, Electrical isolated |
| Overvoltage Class | OVC III (AC), OVC II (PV) |
| Warranty Period | 10 / 25years Optional |
| Dimensions(L x W x H mm) | 210 x 230 x 34 |
| Weight(kg) | 2.39 |
| Safety Regulations | VDE-AR-N 4105, EN50549-1, NC RFG, C10/11, INMETRO ABNT ABR 16149/16150/62116, CEI-0-21, AS/NZS 4777, VFR2019, G98, IEC/EN61000, IEC/EN62109 |
Return Policy
xWe offer a 14-day, no-quibble returns or replacement policy because we want you to be totally satisfied with your purchase.
If you are unhappy in any way with your purchase, you can return it for a refund or a replacement, as long as you return it in the same condition as it arrived (original/undamaged packaging and product) and within 30 days of receiving it. We will pay for your return postage on a faulty item as long as you send it using Royal Mail 2nd class recorded delivery (for EU or International Shipments, you have to use our UPS account, we will provide you with a return label)
Please keep in mind the following:
- Non-faulty items returned after 14 days and/or not in their original, undamaged packaging can only be exchanged for store credit - 15% off the items returned.
- Items returned within 14 days but not in their original and undamaged packaging will also incur a -15% charge per package.
- If you return an item that doesn't adhere to our returns procedure or doesn't include a returns form, you may be liable for a £10 administration fee
- Individual items from a bundle can't be returned, refunded or exchanged. If you want a refund/credit/exchange for a bundle, all items must be returned to us.
Before you return your item, please make sure that:
- You follow our returns process (outlined below)
- The goods and packaging are undamaged
IMPORTANT: We need to be able to identify an item with your order. We can only do this if you follow our returns process. Please do not send us items back that do not follow this process as they cannot be identified properly and will not be replaced or refunded.
What delivery method do I need to use when returning an item?
You must send the goods back to us via Royal Mail 2nd class recorded delivery. Refunds on faulty items returned are reimbursed within 5 working days.
Can I return just one item from multiple purchases?
Yes. Once you start the returns process you will go to a page that will allow you to choose which items you want to be replaced or refunded.
Returning faulty goods
If your item is faulty, you need to follow the returns policy, where you will be able to state that it’s faulty. The product will then arrive at our warehouse for testing.
If your purchase is not within 14 days
You can still exchange your item for a different product or for credit to use on the Voltacon Solar or Ledison-led-lights.co.uk websites (-15% from the credit amount).
Returns outside of the 14-day period do not qualify for the free returns policy.
Returning an item within the warranty
If you have a warranty and want to return a faulty item, you just need to follow our standard returns process. When we receive your item, we will then check that it’s within warranty and for any faults before arranging a replacement.