Hybrid Inverter HV SMA Sunny Boy Smart Energy 4kW SBSE4.0-50 Single-phase
Modelo: SBSE4.0-50- Sku: SMAINVE016
- Vendor: SMA
Specifications
Product description
The SMA Sunny Boy Smart Energy 4kW SBSE4.0-50 HV Hybrid Inverter Monophase is the natural evolution for homes seeking more self-consumption power with a high-voltage battery. This unit combines an on-grid inverter and battery charger in a single IP65 chassis, with 3 MPPT trackers for maximum design flexibility, SMA ShadeFix shadow management, and ArcFix/AFCI protection. Its maximum efficiency of 97.5%, fast charge/discharge at 30 A, and comprehensive connectivity (WLAN/Ethernet, Webconnect, and Modbus SunSpec) ensure a reliable, safe, and easy-to-monitor system. It includes a 3.68 kW emergency output Secure Power Supply and can be expanded with automatic backup function (with additional hardware) to keep your home powered during grid outages.
Main features
- Nominal AC power: 4 kW (4 kVA), 230 V; nominal/max. current: 17.4 A/20 A.
- PV inputs: 3 MPPT (A/B/C) with 1 string per MPPT; A+B can be paralleled; MPP range 60–480 V; max. Voc 600 V.
- Input current: 15 A usable per MPPT; max. Isc 30 A per MPPT (sum ≤ 60 A).
- HV battery: 90–500 V; 30 A/30 A charge/discharge; max. charging power 10 kW; max. discharging power 4.2 kW.
- Max. efficiency 97,5 % (EU 96.8%); cos φ = 1 with adjustment 0.8 ind…0.8 cap.
- Enclosure IP65, fanless (convection), −25…+60 °C; dimensions 500×586×236 mm; 17.5 kg.
- Communications: WLAN, Ethernet/Speedwire, Webconnect, Modbus (SMA/SunSpec), RS-485, BAT-CAN; 2 Ethernet ports.
- Recommended PV generator: up to 8.0 kWp total.
Main features
- True autonomy: combines photovoltaic and HV battery to cover night-time consumption and peaks, with discharge up to 4.2 kW.
- Roof flexibility: 3 independent MPPTs (A/B/C) and low start-up voltage to orient strings east/west or south.
- Guaranteed continuity: SPS 3.68 kW (manual) and option for automatic backup with the corresponding hardware version.
- Intelligent management: integration with Sunny Home Manager 2.0 for zero feed-in, load scheduling, and e-mobility.
- Silence and durability: fanless design, IP65, outdoor-grade materials, and less maintenance.
Purpose or applications
Intended for single-family homes and small businesses with medium demands seeking a 4 kW HV hybrid inverter capable of operating with generators up to 8 kWp and managing high-voltage batteries with great speed. It is perfect for self-consumption systems with feed-in control, integration of heat pumps, and electric vehicle chargers through the SMA ecosystem.
Technical specifications
| Nominal AC power | 4 kW (4 kVA) · 230 V |
| Max efficiency / EU | 97,5 % / 96,8 % |
| Recommended PV generator | up to 8.0 kWp |
| MPPT / strings | 3 / 1 per MPPT (A/B/C; A+B parallelizable) |
| MPP range (Vmp) / max Voc | 60–480 V / 600 Vdc; Vstart 66 V |
| Imax / ISC per MPPT | 15 A / 30 A (sum ≤ 60 A) |
| Battery (type / V) | HV lithium / 90–500 V |
| Max charge / discharge | 30 A / 30 A · charge 10 kW · discharge 4.2 kW |
| Backup | SPS 3.68 kW (manual) · Optional automatic backup (subsequent HW) |
| Protection / temp. | IP65 · −25…+60 °C (derating >45 °C) |
| Communications | WLAN, Ethernet/Speedwire, Webconnect, Modbus (SMA/SunSpec), RS-485, BAT-CAN |
| Dimensions / weight | 500×586×236 mm / 17.5 kg |
Compatibilities
Direct compatibility: HV SMA Home Storage batteries and other approved models; Sunny Home Manager 2.0 and SMA Energy Meter for feed-in control and load management; integration with SMA EV Charger and climate control solutions (SG-Ready).
Accessories (not included): DC/AC Type II protections, weatherproof enclosures, SUNCLIX cabling, Modbus/SunSpec meters, and backup module/hardware when applicable.
With its high efficiency, 3 MPPTs, and 4.2 kW discharge, the SMA Sunny Boy Smart Energy 4kW SBSE4.0-50 HV Hybrid Inverter Single-phase allows you to make the leap to high-voltage battery self-consumption with control, safety, and maximum utilization of solar energy.
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Hybrid Inverter HV SMA Sunny Boy Smart Energy 4kW SBSE4.0-50 Single-phase





