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EM Series Single Phase Hybrid Solar Inverter

The GoodWe EM Series is a 3-5kW single-phase hybrid inverter designed for on-grid PV systems with energy storage capabilities. It features bidirectional energy flow control, smart battery management, IP65 protection, fanless long lifespan design, and supports multiple operation modes including self-consumption, battery charging, and backup. Technical specs include Li-Ion batteries with a nominal voltage of 48V, MPPT input voltage range of 100-500V, and efficiencies up to 97.6%. It supports intelligent energy management, zero export control, and remote monitoring via WiFi or app (manufacturer sources).

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Pros and cons

Pros

Strengths called out by generated product content.

Solid build quality with positive user feedback on installation
Supports local monitoring and has modbus interface for integration
Some users successfully integrate with Home Assistant and other systems
Inverter app allows Wi-Fi setup via phone

Cons

Tradeoffs and constraints to review before choosing.

Reported connection and Wi-Fi setup issues
Some users experienced inverter offline or stuck on 'Waiting' status
Concerns about long-term durability and warranty coverage
Security concerns due to accessible admin interface

Notes

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

Constant losses during night due to inverter power consumption
Inverter has local Wi-Fi and LAN modules, but some modules are hard to obtain
Price point is low, which may reflect on quality and longevity

Electrical Specifications

Max Output Power: 5,000 W1
Max Input Voltage: 530 V1
MPPT Tracking: 2 count1
Input Voltage Range: 40 ~ 60 V1

Power Ratings

Max Input Power: 6,5002
Rated Power: 5,000 W1
Max Apparent Output Power: 3,5003

Electrical Input

Start Up Voltage: 1252

Performance

Efficiency: 96.5 %1

Electrical Output

Rated Grid Voltage: 2303
Rated Grid Frequency: 503
Operation Phase: single-phase1
Rated Grid Current: 501
Max Grid Current: 501

Physical Characteristics

Weight: 3.6 kg1
IP Rating: IP651

Connectivity

Communication Interfaces: CAN, Wi-Fi1

Efficiency

Efficiency Max: 96.51

Features

Features: backup function, battery charge/discharge, bi-directional energy storage, fanless design, grid charging, intelligent energy management, IP65 dustproof and waterproof, load support during night, long lifespan, on-grid PV systems, simultaneous battery charge at 2.3kW, smart battery management1

Protection Features

DC Reverse Polarity Protection: Yes1
Short Circuit Protection: Yes1
Output Over Current Protection: Yes1
Output Over Voltage Protection: Yes1

Physical Dimensions

Physical Length: 347 cm1
Physical Width: 432 cm1
Physical Height: 175 cm1
Type Phase Series Fro P Length: 347 cm1
Type Phase Series Fro P Width: 432 cm1
Type Phase Series Fro P Depth: 175 cm1

Sources

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