18 kW Hybrid Solar Inverter V-TAC 12780, 230 V, 1-Phase, IP65, 10-Year Warranty

18 kW hybrid solar inverter

A powerful 18 kW hybrid solar inverter for single-phase 230 V grids, designed for solar energy systems and electricity storage solutions. The inverter delivers up to 28.8 kW of maximum PV input power and supports up to 36 kW of connectable PV power.

High performance

The inverter's rated AC input/output active power is 18 kW, while the maximum apparent power reaches 19.8 kVA. In off-grid mode, the peak power can reach twice the rated power for up to 10 seconds.

Wide PV operating range

The rated PV input voltage is 370 V, while the MPPT operating range is 150–425 V. The maximum PV input operating current is 36 + 36 + 36 A, and the maximum short-circuit current is 54 + 54 + 54 A.

Built for demanding conditions

The IP65 protection rating provides a high level of protection against dust and moisture. The inverter is designed to operate at temperatures from −40 to +60 °C, with power derating above +45 °C.

10-year warranty

The inverter comes with a 10-year manufacturer's warranty, providing a long-term solution for your solar energy system.

Product specification
Product code: 12780
Product model number: SUN-18K-SG01LP1-EU-AM3-P
Type: hybrid solar inverter
Number of phases: 1
Rated AC power: 18 kW
Maximum PV input power: 28.8 kW
Maximum connectable PV power: 36 kW
Maximum AC apparent power: 19.8 kVA
Maximum PV input operating current: 36 + 36 + 36 A
Maximum PV short-circuit current: 54 + 54 + 54 A
Rated AC input/output current: 81.9/78.3 A
Maximum AC input/output current: 90/86.1 A
Maximum continuous AC pass-through current: 200 A
Rated PV input voltage: 370 V
MPPT range: 150–425 V
Start-up voltage: 370 V
Rated grid frequency: 50/60 Hz
Frequency range: 45–55 Hz / 55–65 Hz
Power factor: 0.8 leading to 0.8 lagging
Protection rating: IP65
Operating temperature: −40 to +60 °C
Noise level: <55 dB
Dimensions: 464 × 863 × 282 mm
Weight: 54.1 kg
Warranty: 10 years
Brand: Deye