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Hybrid inverter · Sunsynk · HYBRID INVERTER series · CEC approved April 2026

Sunsynk SUNSYNK-8K-SG05LP1

CEC listing: SUNSYNK-8K-SG05LP1 (AS4777-2 2020)

An 8 kW single-phase hybrid inverter that is battery-ready.

Installed in Perth, typical: ~$3,800; Estimate for the inverter alone — your quote will vary
Rated power: 8kW; How much solar it can run at once
Battery-ready: Yes; Hybrid: a battery plugs straight in, no second box

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Is it right for your home? — Sunsynk SUNSYNK-8K-SG05LP1

Sunsynk has grown its Australian installer base on competitive pricing and a broad feature set. The brand has its roots in the South African market and has since expanded into Australia. For Perth installs, Sunsynk offers a feature-heavy hybrid at competitive pricing, with installer adoption still building locally.

Where it wins

Feature-heavy at the price
Strong in off-grid configurations
Growing installer base

Where it falls short

Less established in Australia than Sungrow or Fronius
Limited direct Australian support

Best for

Feature-focused buyers on a budget
Off-grid-capable systems

Key specs, in plain terms

The numbers that matter for a home. The full datasheet is below.

Rated power How much solar it can turn into usable power at once: 8kW
Phases Runs on a standard single-phase supply: Single
Type Runs solar and a battery from one unit: Hybrid

Full datasheet

Every figure on file for the Sunsynk SUNSYNK-8K-SG05LP1, by section.

Full datasheet, by section
Specification	Value
Power & output
Nominal power	16 kW
Maximum power	17.6 kW
Apparent power	17.6 kVA
Phases	1
Efficiency
Max efficiency	97.6%
European efficiency	96.5%
CEC-weighted efficiency	99%
DC input & MPPT
MPPT trackers	3
Max input voltage	500 V
MPPT voltage min	150 V
MPPT voltage max	425 V
Max input current	78 A
Battery & backup
Battery compatible	Yes
Backup capable	No
Continuous backup	0 kW
Physical
Dimensions (H×W×D)	763 × 464 × 282 mm
Weight	52 kg
IP rating	IP65
Cooling	Intelligent Air Cooling
Operating temperature	-40°C to 60°C

Parsed from the manufacturer datasheet, install manual, and warranty document. Confirm against the linked PDFs before relying on a value for a quote or installation.

Features & compatibility

Battery compatible

Yes

Backup capable

Yes

CEC approval details

CEC approved

10 Apr 2026

Approval expiry

28 June 2027

Status

Active

Eligible for rebates

Yes

About Sunsynk

Years in AU Market

2 years

Australian Office

Not verified

CEC-Approved Batteries

CEC-Approved Panels

What it costs in Perth

Typical installed, inverter only

$2,800–$4,800

Estimate confidence: Medium

Prices vary by installer, configuration and site complexity. Get exact quotes from installers you choose.

Explore your options

Compare quotes from installers you choose

WA compliance

Synergy approved list: Not confirmed
ESM compliant: Check

Western Power approval is required for every grid-connected install. Under Emergency Solar Management, a new system must be remotely manageable, or take an export limit instead — ask your installer to confirm this inverter’s ESM status.

Perth performance

Estimate for a full-size array on this inverter

Daily yield: 34.0 kWh
Annual yield: 12,410 kWh

At 5 peak sun hours a day (BOM) with a 15% system derate.

Website

www.sunsynk.com

2 years in Australian market

How it compares

The Sunsynk SUNSYNK-8K-SG05LP1 against the closest-power inverters from other brands.

Specification	Sunsynk SUNSYNK-8K-SG05LP1Sunsynk	Energizer Force 8.0HS+Energizer	Energizer Force 8.0HT+Energizer

Rated power?	8 kW	8 kW	8 kW
Max efficiency?	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%
MPPT trackers?	Not verified	Not verified	Not verified

Phases	Single-phase	Single-phase	Three-phase
Type	Hybrid	Hybrid	Hybrid
Battery ready	Yes	Yes	Yes
Warranty	Not verified	Not verified	Not verified

Specs from the CEC register and datasheet enrichment. Indicative — confirm exact figures with your installer.

Documents

Warranty termsPDF, opens in a new tab

Warranty summary

This warranty covers repairs for defects in materials or workmanship for five years. It excludes claims for damage due to non-accredited installations or modifications, and can be transferred to a new homeowner.

5-year inverter warranty

Sunsynk SUNSYNK-8K-SG05LP1

AI-summarised from the manufacturer warranty document. Always confirm against the linked PDF before relying on it for a claim.

Coverage shape: Full-replacement coverage
If you sell the home: Transfers to the next homeowner
What voids it: Non-accredited installation, modification, or any malfunction due to incorrect use or modifications.
Environment limits: Areas with high salt content, areas filled with mineral oil, areas generating adverse substances.

Read the official warranty document (PDF)

Fault & error codes — Sunsynk SUNSYNK-8K-SG05LP1

From the install manual

11 documented

Showing 11 of 11. The official install manual is the authoritative source — always confirm before acting.

F24criticalCall your installer
Manual (PDF)
DC insulation impedance failure
Likely cause
PV isolation resistance is too low
What to do
Check if the connection of PV panels and inverter are firmly connected, check if the earth bond cable is connected to the ground.
F48criticalCall your installer
Manual (PDF)
DC bus bar voltage too low
Likely cause
Battery low voltage
What to do
Check battery voltage, use PV or grid to charge the battery, check battery BMS.
F64criticalCall your installer
Manual (PDF)
Heat sink high-temperature failure
Likely cause
Heat Sink temperature too high
What to do
Check if the working environment temperature is too high, turn off the inverter for 30 minutes and restart.
F13warning
Manual (PDF)
Working Mode Change
Likely cause
Inverter work mode changed
What to do
Reset the inverter, seek help from Sunsynk.
F18warning
Manual (PDF)
AC over current fault
Likely cause
AC Slide over current fault
What to do
Check if the backup load power is within the range of the inverter, restart, and check if it is normal.
F20warning
Manual (PDF)
DC over current fault
Likely cause
DC Over current fault
What to do
Check if PV module and battery connections, restart the system.
F23warning
Manual (PDF)
AC leakage current
Likely cause
Leakage current fault
What to do
Check the PV module and inverter cables, you may have a faulty PV panel (earth short), restart inverter.
F35warningCall your installer
Manual (PDF)
No grid
Likely cause
Grid voltage fault
What to do
Check if the voltage is within standard range, check grid cable connections.
F42warningCall your installer
Manual (PDF)
AC line low voltage
Likely cause
Grid voltage fault
What to do
Check voltage range, check grid cable connections.
F47warningCall your installer
Manual (PDF)
AC over frequency
Likely cause
Grid frequency out of range
What to do
Check if the frequency is within specification, adjust frequency on grid setup page.
F26info
Manual (PDF)
Bus bar imbalance
Likely cause
Bus bar is unbalanced
What to do
Wait 5 minutes, check if it returns to normal, fully reset the inverter.

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About this data

All inverter specifications are sourced from the CEC Approved Products Register. Specifications are provided as published by the CEC and may differ from manufacturer datasheets. Verify current specifications with the manufacturer or your installer before purchasing. Not all listed models may be currently available in Western Australia.

Hybrid inverter · Sunsynk · HYBRID INVERTER series · CEC approved April 2026

Sunsynk SUNSYNK-8K-SG05LP1

CEC listing: SUNSYNK-8K-SG05LP1 (AS4777-2 2020)

An 8 kW single-phase hybrid inverter that is battery-ready.

Installed in Perth, typical: ~$3,800; Estimate for the inverter alone — your quote will vary
Rated power: 8kW; How much solar it can run at once
Battery-ready: Yes; Hybrid: a battery plugs straight in, no second box

Compare inverters See the whole HYBRID INVERTER series

Spotted something outdated?

Is it right for your home? — Sunsynk SUNSYNK-8K-SG05LP1

Where it wins

Feature-heavy at the price
Strong in off-grid configurations
Growing installer base

Where it falls short

Less established in Australia than Sungrow or Fronius
Limited direct Australian support

Best for

Feature-focused buyers on a budget
Off-grid-capable systems

Key specs, in plain terms

The numbers that matter for a home. The full datasheet is below.

Rated power How much solar it can turn into usable power at once: 8kW
Phases Runs on a standard single-phase supply: Single
Type Runs solar and a battery from one unit: Hybrid

Full datasheet

Every figure on file for the Sunsynk SUNSYNK-8K-SG05LP1, by section.

Full datasheet, by section
Specification	Value
Power & output
Nominal power	16 kW
Maximum power	17.6 kW
Apparent power	17.6 kVA
Phases	1
Efficiency
Max efficiency	97.6%
European efficiency	96.5%
CEC-weighted efficiency	99%
DC input & MPPT
MPPT trackers	3
Max input voltage	500 V
MPPT voltage min	150 V
MPPT voltage max	425 V
Max input current	78 A
Battery & backup
Battery compatible	Yes
Backup capable	No
Continuous backup	0 kW
Physical
Dimensions (H×W×D)	763 × 464 × 282 mm
Weight	52 kg
IP rating	IP65
Cooling	Intelligent Air Cooling
Operating temperature	-40°C to 60°C

Parsed from the manufacturer datasheet, install manual, and warranty document. Confirm against the linked PDFs before relying on a value for a quote or installation.

Features & compatibility

Battery compatible

Yes

Backup capable

Yes

CEC approval details

CEC approved

10 Apr 2026

Approval expiry

28 June 2027

Status

Active

Eligible for rebates

Yes

About Sunsynk

Years in AU Market

2 years

Australian Office

Not verified

CEC-Approved Batteries

CEC-Approved Panels

What it costs in Perth

Typical installed, inverter only

$2,800–$4,800

Estimate confidence: Medium

Prices vary by installer, configuration and site complexity. Get exact quotes from installers you choose.

Explore your options

Compare quotes from installers you choose

WA compliance

Synergy approved list: Not confirmed
ESM compliant: Check

Perth performance

Estimate for a full-size array on this inverter

Daily yield: 34.0 kWh
Annual yield: 12,410 kWh

At 5 peak sun hours a day (BOM) with a 15% system derate.

Website

www.sunsynk.com

2 years in Australian market

How it compares

The Sunsynk SUNSYNK-8K-SG05LP1 against the closest-power inverters from other brands.

Specification	Sunsynk SUNSYNK-8K-SG05LP1Sunsynk	Energizer Force 8.0HS+Energizer	Energizer Force 8.0HT+Energizer

Rated power?	8 kW	8 kW	8 kW
Max efficiency?	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%
MPPT trackers?	Not verified	Not verified	Not verified

Phases	Single-phase	Single-phase	Three-phase
Type	Hybrid	Hybrid	Hybrid
Battery ready	Yes	Yes	Yes
Warranty	Not verified	Not verified	Not verified

Specs from the CEC register and datasheet enrichment. Indicative — confirm exact figures with your installer.

Documents

Warranty termsPDF, opens in a new tab

Warranty summary

5-year inverter warranty

Sunsynk SUNSYNK-8K-SG05LP1

AI-summarised from the manufacturer warranty document. Always confirm against the linked PDF before relying on it for a claim.

Coverage shape: Full-replacement coverage
If you sell the home: Transfers to the next homeowner
What voids it: Non-accredited installation, modification, or any malfunction due to incorrect use or modifications.
Environment limits: Areas with high salt content, areas filled with mineral oil, areas generating adverse substances.

Read the official warranty document (PDF)

Fault & error codes — Sunsynk SUNSYNK-8K-SG05LP1

From the install manual

11 documented

Showing 11 of 11. The official install manual is the authoritative source — always confirm before acting.

F24criticalCall your installer
Manual (PDF)
DC insulation impedance failure
Likely cause
PV isolation resistance is too low
What to do
Check if the connection of PV panels and inverter are firmly connected, check if the earth bond cable is connected to the ground.
F48criticalCall your installer
Manual (PDF)
DC bus bar voltage too low
Likely cause
Battery low voltage
What to do
Check battery voltage, use PV or grid to charge the battery, check battery BMS.
F64criticalCall your installer
Manual (PDF)
Heat sink high-temperature failure
Likely cause
Heat Sink temperature too high
What to do
Check if the working environment temperature is too high, turn off the inverter for 30 minutes and restart.
F13warning
Manual (PDF)
Working Mode Change
Likely cause
Inverter work mode changed
What to do
Reset the inverter, seek help from Sunsynk.
F18warning
Manual (PDF)
AC over current fault
Likely cause
AC Slide over current fault
What to do
Check if the backup load power is within the range of the inverter, restart, and check if it is normal.
F20warning
Manual (PDF)
DC over current fault
Likely cause
DC Over current fault
What to do
Check if PV module and battery connections, restart the system.
F23warning
Manual (PDF)
AC leakage current
Likely cause
Leakage current fault
What to do
Check the PV module and inverter cables, you may have a faulty PV panel (earth short), restart inverter.
F35warningCall your installer
Manual (PDF)
No grid
Likely cause
Grid voltage fault
What to do
Check if the voltage is within standard range, check grid cable connections.
F42warningCall your installer
Manual (PDF)
AC line low voltage
Likely cause
Grid voltage fault
What to do
Check voltage range, check grid cable connections.
F47warningCall your installer
Manual (PDF)
AC over frequency
Likely cause
Grid frequency out of range
What to do
Check if the frequency is within specification, adjust frequency on grid setup page.
F26info
Manual (PDF)
Bus bar imbalance
Likely cause
Bus bar is unbalanced
What to do
Wait 5 minutes, check if it returns to normal, fully reset the inverter.

Part of the Sunsynk HYBRID INVERTER series

Compare every Sunsynk HYBRID INVERTER variant side by side →

More Sunsynk Inverters

SUNSYNK-10K-SG04LP3 (AS4777-2 2020)

10 kW · 3φ

SUNSYNK-12K-SG01HP3-AU-AM2 (AS4777-2 2020)

12 kW · 3φ

SUNSYNK-12K-SG01LP1 (AS4777-2 2020)

12 kW · 1φ

SUNSYNK-12K-SG04LP3 (AS4777-2 2020)

12 kW · 3φ

SUNSYNK-14K-SG01LP1 (AS4777-2 2020)

14 kW · 1φ

SUNSYNK-15K-SG01HP3-AU-AM2 (AS4777-2 2020)

15 kW · 3φ

View all Sunsynk inverters