SolarEdge 5 kW Inverter SE5000H-US000BEU4

The SolarEdge 5 kW Inverter SE5000H-US000BEU4 is a single-phase, 5,000W residential string inverter built on SolarEdge's HD-Wave technology and engineered exclusively for use with SolarEdge power optimizers. Rated for 240V grid service, the SE5000H-US delivers a 99% CEC weighted efficiency — among the highest available in its class — and covers the output range most commonly specified for mid-to-large residential solar installations across North America.

Key specifications

• Rated AC power output: 5,000W (5.0kW) @ 240V
• Maximum inverter efficiency / CEC weighted efficiency: 99.2% / 99%
• Maximum DC input power: 7,750W @ 240V — maximum input voltage 480 Vdc; nominal DC input voltage 380 Vdc (fixed voltage for longer string design)
• Maximum continuous output current: 21A @ 240V
• AC output voltage: 211–240–264 Vac (240V single-phase service only)
• Communication interfaces: RS485 and Ethernet standard; wireless SolarEdge Home Network, Wi-Fi, and cellular available as optional add-ons
• Safety: Integrated arc fault protection (UL1699B) and automatic rapid shutdown upon AC grid disconnect — NEC 2014–2023 compliant per articles 690.11 and 690.12
• Certifications and compliance: UL1741, UL1741SA (CPUC Rule 21), UL1741SB, CSA, IEEE1547, FCC Part 15 Class B; NEMA 4X enclosure rating
• Dimensions (H × W × D): 17.7 × 14.6 × 6.8 in. (450 × 370 × 174 mm) | Weight: 27.5 lbs. (12.5 kg)
• Operating temperature range: -40°F to 140°F (-40°C to 60°C); full rated power maintained up to 122°F (50°C)
• Warranty: 12–25 years

Maximizing return on a mid-to-large array

At 5kW, the SE5000H-US sits at the output level most commonly used for residential systems designed to fully offset a home's energy consumption. The 99% CEC weighted efficiency ensures that power harvested by the optimizer-equipped array reaches the grid or household loads with minimal conversion loss — a meaningful difference over the 10–25 year system life. The 7,750W maximum DC input headroom also gives system designers flexibility to oversize the array relative to inverter output, a standard strategy for maximizing annual production in variable irradiance conditions.

Fixed voltage for simpler string design

The SE5000H-US operates at a nominal DC input voltage of 380 Vdc — a fixed reference that allows longer string runs compared to variable-voltage inverter designs. Installers can wire more panels per string, reducing the total number of strings, the associated home-run conductors, and the conduit complexity back to the inverter. The 480 Vdc maximum input ceiling provides additional design margin for string sizing across a range of module voltages and temperature conditions.

Smartphone commissioning with SetApp

The SE5000H-US commissions entirely through the SolarEdge SetApp mobile application using the inverter's built-in Wi-Fi access point — no laptop, display screen, or dedicated commissioning cable required. Installers connect directly from a smartphone to configure the unit on-site, reducing setup time. Once operational, the inverter provides built-in module-level monitoring through the SolarEdge platform, giving homeowners panel-by-panel production visibility and installers remote diagnostic access without additional hardware or gateways.

Application scenarios

• Residential rooftop systems: The 5kW output class is well-suited for homes with moderate-to-high annual consumption, typically supporting arrays of 12–20 panels depending on module wattage.
• Full-offset solar designs: Sized for households aiming to cover the majority of their utility consumption through solar production, where a 3kW inverter would fall short of the design target.
• Code-compliance-critical projects: Built-in rapid shutdown and arc fault protection satisfy NEC 2014 through 2023 requirements without any additional external hardware.
• California Rule 21 installations: UL1741SA certification confirms CPUC Rule 21 grid compliance with no supplemental components.
• Indoor or outdoor mounting: The NEMA 4X-rated enclosure and 27.5 lb. (12.5 kg) form factor support installation in garages, utility rooms, or on exterior walls with equal ease.

Advanced features

• Array oversizing support: The 7,750W DC input capacity allows the array to be sized above the 5,000W AC output rating — a common design practice that increases energy harvest in morning, evening, and overcast conditions without exceeding inverter limits.
• Optional revenue grade metering (ANSI C12.20, 0.5% accuracy): Available on the SExxxxH-US000BEI4 variant for utility incentive program compliance and utility-grade production reporting.
• Optional consumption metering (1% accuracy): Adds whole-home energy monitoring when paired with separately ordered current transformers.
• Nighttime power consumption: Under 2.5W standby draw — negligible offset against daytime generation across a full year.

System compatibility

The SE5000H-US is designed exclusively for use with SolarEdge power optimizers and is not compatible with third-party optimizers or standard string configurations without optimizers. It supports 1–2 DC input strings via 1-inch conduit (14–6 AWG) and connects to a single-phase 240V grid service via 1-inch AC output conduit (14–6 AWG). Communication with the SolarEdge monitoring platform occurs via RS485 or Ethernet; optional wireless modules — SolarEdge Home Network, Wi-Fi, or cellular — are available separately. The inverter integrates with the broader SolarEdge Home ecosystem, including compatible battery storage and EV charging products where deployed.

Why choose the SolarEdge SE5000H-US?

The SolarEdge SE5000H-US is the right inverter for residential installers and homeowners targeting full-consumption-offset solar designs on 240V single-phase service. Its 99% CEC efficiency, 7,750W DC input headroom for array oversizing, integrated NEC 2014–2023 rapid shutdown, and smartphone commissioning via SetApp combine the performance and compliance requirements of a modern residential installation into a compact, lightweight package — backed by a 12–25 year warranty.