SMK 5.5kW Hybrid Inverter (EP)

SMK 5.5kW Hybrid Inverter (EP5500-48) is a high-performance 48V hybrid solar inverter designed for homes, offices and demanding backup power applications in Nigeria. It combines solar energy, battery storage and utility power to provide reliable and efficient power management.

With a 5,500W continuous output and 1.0 power factor, the SMK 5.5kW Hybrid Inverter delivers clean pure sine wave power for compatible household appliances, electronics and office equipment. It also provides an impressive 11,000VA surge capacity, giving the inverter additional headroom for suitable appliances with higher startup demands.

The inverter operates on a 48V battery system and features a built-in 100A MPPT solar charge controller, allowing it to efficiently harvest energy from connected solar panels. One of its key advantages is Battery-Free technology, allowing the inverter to use solar energy directly to power connected loads when sufficient sunlight is available, even without a battery installed.

The SMK 5.5kW Hybrid Inverter (EP) is also lithium-ready, supporting LiFePO4 batteries with RS485 communication. Its lithium activation function can wake compatible lithium batteries using solar or grid power, while the EQ function helps optimize compatible battery performance.

This makes the SMK 5.5kW Hybrid Inverter (EP) a practical choice for customers looking for a powerful solar backup system that can support air conditioners, refrigeration, water pumps, lighting, entertainment systems and office equipment, depending on the total connected load.

Key Features

• 5.5kW / 5,500W continuous output
• 48V battery system
• Pure sine wave output
• Power Factor: 1.0
• 11,000VA surge capacity
• 100A MPPT solar charge controller
• Battery-Free operation
• LiFePO4 lithium battery compatible
• RS485 lithium battery communication
• Lithium battery activation
• EQ charging function
• Detachable dust cover
• 18-month warranty

What Can It Power?

Depending on the combined running and startup loads, SMK lists this model as suitable for loads such as:

• 1–2 inverter air conditioners
• 1HP or 1.5HP water pump
• Refrigerator
• Deep freezer
• Microwave
• Blender
• LED lighting
• Fans
• Multiple TVs
• Computers and workstations
• Photocopiers
• Server equipment

Note: The actual number of appliances that can run simultaneously depends on their combined wattage and startup requirements.