Power optimizer is an advanced element of the solar power system that manages performance of each photovoltaic module and optimises its efficiency to a maximum.
The SolarEdge power optimizer is a DC/DC converter which is connected by installers to each PV module or embedded by module manufacturers, replacing the traditional solar junction box. The SolarEdge power optimizers increase energy output from PV systems by constantly tracking the maximum power point (MPPT) of each module individually.
Furthermore, the power optimizers monitor the performance of each module and communicate performance data to the SolarEdge monitoring portal for enhanced, cost-effective module-level maintenance.
Each power optimizer is equipped with the unique SafeDC™ feature which automatically shuts down modules’ DC voltage whenever the inverter or grid power is shut down.
The MPPT per module allows for flexible installation design with multiple orientations, tilts and module types in the same string. When working with SolarEdge Inverters, SolarEdge power optimizers automatically maintain a fixed string voltage, allowing installers even greater flexibility with longer strings and strings of different lengths in order to design optimal PV systems.
Alternatively, the new independent optimization (IndOP™) technology, allows power optimizers to be installed without the need for additional interface hardware and to operate directly with any inverter.
SolarEdge power optimizers are compatible with c-Si and thin-film modules and have a 25 year warranty.
The following power optimizer models are available:
P-SERIES – MODULE ADD-ON
Connected by installers to the PV module and compatible with a wide range of modules
| Model | Module Power | Module VOC |
| P300 | ≤300W | <48V |
| P350 | ≤350W | <60V |
| P500 | ≤500W | <80V |
| P405 | ≤405W | <125V |
P-SERIES – COMMERCIAL
Commercial solution connecting two modules per power optimizer.
| Model | Module Power | Module VOC |
| P600 | ≤600W * | <96V |
| P700 | ≤700W * | <125V |
* Rated combined STC power of 2 modules connected in series. Module of up to +5% power tolerance allowed.
P-SERIES – MODULE ADD-ON WITH INDOP™ TECHNOLOGY
Power optimizer with Indop™ technology and independent optimization, allows operation with any inverter and does not require additional interface hardware.
| Model | Module Power | Module VOC |
| P350I | ≤350W | <60V |
FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS OF SOLAREDGE POWER OPTIMIZERS:
- Per-module Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT)
- Superior efficiency (99.5% peak efficiency, 98.8% weighted efficiency)
- Mitigates all types of module-mismatch loss, from manufacturing tolerance to partial shading
- Designed for extreme environmental conditions
- 25 years warranty and reliability
- Advanced, real-time performance measurement
- Automatic module DC voltage shut-down for installer and firefighter safety
- Independent optimization technology (IndOP™) – allows operation with any inverter and requires no additional interface hardware (OPA models only)
- Embedded by module manufacturers, or connected by installers to c-Si and thin-film modules
