The SolarEdge SE6000H-US is a 6,000W single-phase Energy Hub inverter built around HD-Wave Prism Technology, combining string inverter performance with native battery storage and optional home backup in a compact, wall-mount enclosure. Designed for residential grid-tie solar systems, it serves as a central energy management hub — handling PV generation, DC-coupled battery storage, consumption monitoring, and direct EV charger integration through one device.
Key specifications
- Rated AC output power: 6,000W @ 240V (5,000W @ 208V)
- Maximum DC input power (PV): 12,000W — supports 200% DC oversizing for maximized production
- Nominal / maximum DC input voltage: 380V / 480V
- CEC weighted efficiency: 99% @ 240V
- Battery input — continuous / peak discharge power: 6,000W; supports SolarEdge Energy Bank (up to 3 units) and LG RESU Prime (up to 2 units, -USxN- part numbers only)
- AC charging: Yes — can charge battery from grid where permitted
- Backup rated AC power: 6,000W (requires Backup Interface, sold separately; 240V grid only; single-inverter operation derated to 90%)
- Dimensions (H × W × D): 17.7 × 14.6 × 6.8 in. (450 × 370 × 174 mm)
- Weight: 30.2 lbs. (13.7 kg)
- Operating temperature: -40°F to 140°F (-40°C to 60°C); full power to at least 122°F (50°C)
- Protection rating: NEMA 4
- Certifications: UL1741, UL1741 SA, UL1741 PCS, UL1699B, UL1998, UL9540, CSA 22.2; IEEE 1547, Rule 21, Rule 14H
- Warranty: 12–25 years
Solar plus storage in one device
Most homeowners adding battery storage face a separate installation for the inverter and a separate one for a battery system. The SE6000H-US eliminates that split by handling DC-coupled battery storage directly — meaning the battery charges from PV at DC voltage before conversion, which reduces round-trip losses compared to AC-coupled alternatives. The modular architecture also means the unit ships as a solar inverter and can be upgraded to full home backup and consumption monitoring later, without replacing the inverter.
Applications and ideal use cases
- Residential grid-tie with battery readiness: Homes installing solar now with plans to add storage later — the inverter is battery-ready from the start
- Home backup power: Partial or full home backup when paired with a Backup Interface and SolarEdge Energy Bank or LG RESU Prime batteries
- EV charging optimization: Direct connection to the SolarEdge Smart EV Charger enables solar-prioritized charging without a separate energy manager
- Multi-inverter scalable systems: Up to three inverters can be combined for larger homes or higher backup power needs, with up to 10kW of enhanced battery power
- Retrofit upgrades: Replaces a standard string inverter in an existing SolarEdge optimizer system without rewiring the panel strings
Advanced features
- Revenue-grade production metering: Built-in ANSI C12.20 Class 0.5 metering supports utility billing and incentive verification without an external meter
- Integrated arc fault protection and rapid shutdown: Compliant with NEC 2014, NEC 2017, and NEC 2020 Articles 690.11 and 690.12 for both PV and battery strings — no add-on components required
- SetApp commissioning: Configured via the SolarEdge SetApp mobile application over a built-in Wi-Fi access point — no laptop or external dongle needed on the roof or at the panel
- Quiet, passive operation: Natural convection cooling keeps noise below 25 dBA at rated load — no fan to service or replace
System compatibility
The SE6000H-US is designed exclusively for use with SolarEdge power optimizers — it is not compatible with non-optimized or microinverter PV strings. On the battery side, part numbers ending in -USxSx- support SolarEdge Energy Bank only; part numbers ending in -USxNx- support both SolarEdge Energy Bank and LG RESU Prime. Home backup requires a Backup Interface unit (purchased separately), rated for service panels up to 200A. The Smart EV Charger connects directly via SolarEdge Energy Net. Communications are supported over RS485, Ethernet, and optional Wi-Fi or cellular. AC wiring uses up to 14–4 AWG in a 1-inch maximum conduit; DC PV and battery inputs accept 14–6 AWG in the same conduit size.
Why choose the SolarEdge SE6000H-US?
The SE6000H-US is the right choice for homeowners who want a single-phase solar inverter with battery backup that won't need to be replaced when the household's energy needs evolve. The 99% CEC weighted efficiency and 200% DC oversizing ceiling extract more production from an existing optimizer array, while the modular upgrade path — backup interface, consumption monitoring, EV charging — means the system grows without a second inverter installation. For installers, the integrated connection unit, SetApp commissioning, and built-in arc fault protection reduce labor time on every job compared to assembling equivalent capabilities from separate components.