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Fronius Tauro

The Fronius Tauro is a robust, high-performance inverter designed for large-scale PV systems, featuring active cooling, double-walled housing, and high ambient temperature tolerance up to 50°C. It offers flexible system configuration with options for centralized or decentralized setups, multiple MPPT trackers, and easy maintenance with replaceable components. Available in 50 kW and higher power categories, it supports various connection types, surge protection, and monitoring via Fronius Solar.web. Supported standards include IEC and VDE certifications, emphasizing durability and efficiency in demanding outdoor environments.

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Pros and cons

Pros

Strengths called out by generated product content.

  • Offers maximum flexibility in system design
  • Minimal overall system operating costs
  • High performance and durability for outdoor use
  • Easy installation and maintenance
  • High efficiency over 98%
  • Suitable for harsh environmental conditions
  • Quick and simple to replace the power stage
  • Impressive life cycle with a CO2 payback time between five months and two years

Cons

Tradeoffs and constraints to review before choosing.

  • Some users experienced delays in MPPT startup times
  • Potential issues with array wiring or AC connections affecting inverter performance

Notes

Context that does not fit neatly as a pro or con.

  • Supports AC Daisy Chaining to reduce BOS costs
  • Can be integrated with remote monitoring and subscription services

Electrical Specifications

Max Output Power
50,000 W1
Max Input Voltage
930 V2
MPPT Tracking
3 count1
Input Voltage Range
580 – 930 V

Performance

Efficiency
98 %1
Operating Temperature Range
up to 50 degrees Celsius

Electrical Output

Operation Phase
three-phase
AC Connection
three-phase

Physical Characteristics

Weight
150 kg
IP Rating
IP541
Physical Dimensions
not specified

Connectivity

Communication Interfaces
Datalogger, Digital inputs / I/Os, Ethernet LAN RJ45 8 10/100 Mbit, RS485, Webserver2

Features

Features
AC daisy chaining capability, Active cooling technology, DC insulation measurement, Designed for outdoor use in extreme temperatures, Double-walled housing, Easy to install and maintain, Maximum flexibility in system design and installation, Monitoring via Fronius Solar.web, Open system with programmable interfaces, Protection devices including DC disconnector, RCMU, Robust and durable construction, surge protection2

Protection Features

DC Reverse Polarity Protection
Yes
Short Circuit Protection
Yes
Output Over Current Protection
Yes
Output Over Voltage Protection
Yes
Insulation Resistance Monitoring
Yes
Residual Current Detection
Yes
Surge Protection
Yes
Grid Monitoring
Yes
Islanding Protection
Yes
Temperature Protection
Yes

Environmental

Cooling Concept
active cooling3

Communication

Monitoring
Fronius Solar API (JSON), Fronius Solar.web, Modbus TCP Sunspec3

General

Topology
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Warranty
12 years3

Sources

  1. Source 1fronius.comfronius.com4 facts
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  2. Source 2fronius.comfronius.com3 facts
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  3. Source 3fronius.comfronius.com3 facts
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