US series · 120Vac residential inverter

ELE SPI2436M120-5003.6kW output for a 120Vac single-phase system.

Documented with a 24V battery platform, 6kW maximum DC input, one 27A MPPT channel and battery-less operating capability. Parallel operation is not supported.

US series120Vac24V batteryNo parallel
Representative white ELECNO residential hybrid inverter family housing with display
PV input6kW500V maximum DC voltage
AC output120VacSingle-phase L+N+PE

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3.6kWRated AC output
120VacSingle-phase output
1 × 27AMPPT channel
NoParallel operation

Selection answer

A compact 120Vac path with clear expansion limits.

The model fits a documented 120Vac single-phase branch where a 24V battery platform and 3.6kW rated output are appropriate. It is not the right choice when the design requires 120/240Vac split phase or parallel inverter expansion.

01

Confirm 120Vac service

Rated output is single-phase L+N+PE at 50/60Hz.

Do not treat it as split phase
02

Check the 24V battery window

The brochure lists 20-33Vdc and lead-acid or lithium battery types.

Verify BMS and current
03

Keep PV inside limits

Maximum DC input is 6kW; PV Voc must remain below 500V.

Cold-weather Voc controls
04

Do not design a parallel bank

Parallel units are explicitly listed as not supported for this model.

Select another documented model

Documented operating paths

A 120Vac output coordinated with PV, battery and grid.

The brochure lists on-grid, off-grid and battery-less operation. Final wiring, protection, grounding and operating modes must follow current installation documentation and applicable local requirements.

System overviewELE SPI2436M120-500 / 120Vac
01 / Solar input

PV array

Input range
90-500V
MPPT range
90-450V

PV → inverter

02 / Energy conversion

Hybrid inverter

ELE SPI2436M120-500

Representative ELECNO hybrid inverter family housing
3600WRated output

5400VA peak for 5s

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03 / Energy storage

24V battery

Max charge
120A
Max discharge
140A

Battery ↔ inverter

04 / AC connection

Loads / grid

Single-phase
120Vac
Typical transfer
10ms

Grid input · load output

Functional overview, not an installation wiring diagram. Grid input and load output use their designated connections.

Model specification

Every published value tied to ELE SPI2436M120-500.

Values below are transcribed from the supplied July 2026 neutral brochure. Confirm the latest model and market revision before procurement, string design or installation.

01

DC input / PV

Maximum DC input power
6000W
Maximum DC input voltage
500V
Start voltage
120V
PV input voltage range
90-500V
MPPT voltage range
90-450V
MPPT channels
1
Maximum MPPT input current
27A
Maximum PV charging current
120A
02

AC input and output

AC input range
85-140Vac
Input frequency range
47-55Hz / 57-65Hz
Maximum AC input current
40Aac
Maximum AC charge current
80Adc
Rated AC output power
3600W
Maximum AC output power
3600VA
Peak power / duration
5400VA / 5s
Rated output voltage
120Vac
Output frequency
50/60Hz
Power factor
1
Connection
L+N+PE
03

Battery parameters

Rated battery voltage
28.8Vdc
Minimum start voltage
22V
Battery voltage range
20-33Vdc
Battery type
Lead-acid / lithium
Maximum charge / discharge
120A / 140A
Charge voltage range
20-33Vdc
Battery-less operation
Yes
PV / grid battery activation
Listed feature
04

General data

Dimensions (W × D × H)
428 × 280 × 110mm
Weight
8.2kg
Operating temperature
-10°C to 55°C
Derating
Above 45°C
Storage temperature
-25°C to 60°C
Humidity range
5%-95%
Cooling
Forced air, variable speed
Protection class / noise
IP21 / ≤60dB
05

Protection and transfer

Grid overload protection
Circuit breaker
Grid breaker rating
40A
AC reverse feed protection
Yes
Battery short-circuit protection
Fuse
AC output short-circuit protection
Yes
Wiring protection
Yes
Transfer time
10ms typical
CT anti-backflow
Yes
06

Interfaces and limits

Communication ports
USB / RS485 / Wi-Fi
Dry contact control
Yes
Remote diagnostics / OTA
Yes
Parallel units
Not supported
Maximum altitude
4000m
No-derating altitude
≤2000m
Maximum efficiency
>92% battery to load
Phases
Single-phase

Brochure-listed functions

Compact operation without hiding the system limits.

These functions are listed on the supplied model page. Availability, firmware behavior and accessories should be checked against the current supplied configuration.

Check project compatibility
01

CT anti-backflow

Zero feed-in protection is listed; confirm CT selection, placement and commissioning method.

02

150% surge for 5 seconds

The table lists 5400VA peak output. Verify the actual starting profile of motors and other critical loads.

03

Single 27A / 6000W PV channel

The model has one MPPT channel. Calculate cold-weather Voc and operating current for the complete string.

04

Dry-contact generator control

The brochure lists dry-contact control. Generator sizing, wiring and operating logic require project review.

05

Battery-less operation

PV plus grid direct supply is listed; available behavior depends on solar and grid conditions.

Before specification

120Vac single phase is not 120/240Vac split phase.

Confirm the actual service and load architecture before selection. A matching voltage number alone does not establish phase format, neutral behavior, code compliance or battery compatibility.

01

AC service

Confirm country, 120Vac single-phase service, frequency, neutral, earthing and grid requirements.

02

PV string Voc

Calculate cold-weather open-circuit voltage and keep it within the documented maximum.

03

Battery and BMS

Confirm model, 20-33Vdc window, current, protocol, firmware and communication cable pinout.

04

Loads and surge

Document continuous loads, largest starting load, transfer sensitivity and backup duration.

05

Documents

Request the current datasheet, manual and applicable certificate scope for the target market.

Certification note

The brochure specification table references UL 1741, CSA C22.2 No. 107.1 and FCC Part 15 Class B. This website does not present those references as independently verified certificates. Request the applicable certificate, exact model scope and revision before relying on a compliance claim.

Model FAQ

Answers tied to ELE SPI2436M120-500.

The supplied model page controls the answers below. Project suitability still depends on the complete AC, PV, battery and protection design.

Yes. The brochure lists 120Vac rated single-phase output and an 85-140Vac AC input range. Confirm the target country and utility requirements separately.

Model-specific inquiry

Confirm the 120Vac system around the model.

Send the country, AC service, PV strings, battery model, loads, quantity and documents required. The inquiry form will prefill this model number.

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