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A-ES Series Split-Phase Hybrid Inverter

The GoodWe A-ES Series is a split-phase hybrid inverter for North America, supporting 5-9.6kW power, compatible with high-voltage (80-495V) batteries, and featuring up to 4 MPPTs. It includes safety features like AFCI, rapid shutdown, and seamless UPS switching, with capabilities for large backup loads (up to 9.6kW) and smart meter integration (sources: documents 1, 2, 5, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15).

Pros and cons

Pros

Strengths called out by generated product content.

Seem very solid with no problems reported in multiple installations
Supports local monitoring and adds system features
Can be operated in off-grid mode and supports multiple MPPT inputs
Has a modbus interface allowing for ESPHome-based solutions
Some users find it cost-effective compared to other brands

Cons

Tradeoffs and constraints to review before choosing.

Reported issues with wifi connectivity and setup difficulties
Concerns about long-term durability and warranty coverage
Some users experienced installation and connection problems
Noted to be very cheap, which may imply lower quality or reliability
Inverter can have high self-consumption losses during night

Notes

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

Some users mention security concerns due to admin interface access
Mixed opinions on the inverter's longevity and performance over time
Installation quality varies, with some reports of poor workmanship

Electrical Specifications

Max Output Power: 9,600 W1
Max Input Voltage: 495 V1
MPPT Tracking: 4 count1
Input Voltage Range: 80 ~ 495V2

Power Ratings

Max Input Power: 6,000 W3
Rated Power: 6,000 W3
Max Apparent Output Power: 6,000 VA3

Performance

Efficiency: 95 %3
Operating Temperature Range: 0°C to 50°C3

Electrical Output

Rated Grid Voltage: 380 V3
Grid Frequency Range: 50 Hz3
Operation Phase: single-phase3

Physical Characteristics

Weight: 20 kg3
IP Rating: IP651

Connectivity

Communication Interfaces: CAN, RS4851

Features

Features: 150% DC Input Oversizing, 4 MPPTs, AFCI & Rapid Shutdown, capable of powering large loads in backup mode (up to 9.6kW), hybrid inverter, rapid battery charge, seamless UPS switch, Seamless UPS Switch Function, Smart Meter Integrated, split-phase1

Protection Features

DC Reverse Polarity Protection: Yes3
Protection Features Ground Fault Isolation Detection: Yes3
Protection Features AC Surge Protection: AC Surge Protection3
Protection Features DC Surge Protection: DC Surge Protection3

Physical Dimensions

Physical Length: 45 cm3
Physical Width: 45 cm3
Physical Height: 60 cm3

Facts

Physical Depth: 20 cm3

Sources

Source 1en.goodwe.comen.goodwe.com6 facts
Max Output Power Max Input Voltage MPPT Tracking IP Rating Communication Interfaces Features
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Source 2us.goodwe.comus.goodwe.com1 fact
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Source 3jp.goodwe.comjp.goodwe.com17 facts
Max Input Power Rated Power Max Apparent Output Power Efficiency Operating Temperature Range Rated Grid Voltage Grid Frequency Range Operation Phase Weight DC Reverse Polarity Protection Protection Features Ground Fault Isolation Detection Protection Features AC Surge Protection Protection Features DC Surge Protection Physical Length Physical Width Physical Height Physical Depth
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