Sungrow, SG5.0RS-ADA
Sungrow SG5.0RS-ADA
Single-phase 5 kW class string inverter (4.999 kW) with 3 MPPTs, 7.5 kWp recommended PV and integrated AFCI. Range also covers 8 and 10 kW.
- AC output
- 5 kW
- Max PV input
- 7.5 kW
- MPPT trackers
- 3
- Warranty
- 10 yrs
Our read of the datasheet
The SG5.0RS-ADA is a 5 kW class single-phase string inverter rated at 4,999 W, a typical match for a 6.6 kW array. Sungrow recommends up to 7.5 kWp of PV, 150% of the AC rating. Three MPPTs, each taking one string at 16 A, give more layout options than the usual two on roofs with east, west and north faces.
It is a solar-only inverter with no battery input or backup output, so adding a battery later would mean a separate AC-coupled battery system or swapping to a hybrid inverter.
The 40 V to 560 V MPPT range and 50 V start-up voltage suit short strings. AFCI, Type II surge protection on both DC and AC, and a C5 corrosion rating are listed, and peak efficiency is 97.8%. Sungrow Australia's warranty terms cover the SG5.0RS-ADA for 10 years.
We have not tested this inverter. This summary follows from the manufacturer's published specifications, checked 23 September 2026.
Strengths
- Three MPPTs for roofs with several faces
- Integrated AFCI and C5 corrosion rating
- 10-year warranty under Sungrow Australia terms
- Wide 40 V to 560 V MPPT range
Things to check
- No battery input or backup
- 150% PV oversizing limit
- One string per MPPT
Specifications
- Type
- String
- Rated AC output
- 5 kW
- Phases
- Single-phase
- MPPT trackers
- 3
- Max PV input
- 7.5 kW
- Max efficiency
- 97.8%
- Backup
- None
- Compatible batteries
- No battery input
- Warranty
- 10 years
- IP rating
- IP65
- Weight
- 19 kg
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