Solar inverters in South Africa

A solar power inverter decides what can run at the same time, how your solar and battery work together, and whether the system suits a single-phase or three-phase supply. If you are comparing a solar inverter for a home or looking at solar inverters for sale, start with your simultaneous load and backup goal, then compare the models used in published SolarGuide packages.

SolarGuide compares options and refers enquiries. Alumo confirms the final system design, supply, installation, finance and warranties.

Sunsynk 5kW hybrid solar inverter

What to check before you compare quotes

A useful solar quote connects the component list to the home it will serve. Ask for these decisions in writing.

Size it for simultaneous use

The right inverter size is about the appliances you expect to run together, not the total number of appliances in the house.

Choose the system type

A hybrid inverter can manage solar, batteries and the grid. An all-in-one unit combines the inverter and battery in one enclosure.

Check the electrical supply

Most homes are single phase. Larger homes and some businesses have three-phase supply, which needs a compatible design.

Find the right starting point

Searches for solar equipment often hide a different question. Use the route that matches what you are trying to decide.

Solar inverter sizes

The catalogue includes 5kW, 8kW and 12kW-class models. Choose by simultaneous load, phase supply and future plans, not by size alone.

Read the sizing guide

Hybrid solar inverter

A hybrid inverter connects solar, battery and grid power. It is the usual starting point for a home that wants daytime generation and selected backup circuits.

Understand hybrid inverters

Solar inverter prices

A solar power inverter price is usually equipment only. Compare the exact model, battery, protection, installation and compliance scope before comparing totals.

Compare inverter prices

Inverter for your home

Use your bill and backup priority to get a starting point, then let a site and load assessment confirm the final design.

Use the solar calculator

Common questions

What size solar inverter does a home need?

Many homes start by considering a 5kW hybrid inverter, but the correct size depends on the loads that will run together, starting currents, battery size and whether the property is single or three phase.

What is a hybrid solar inverter?

A hybrid inverter manages solar generation, battery charging and grid power in one system. It can keep selected circuits running during an outage when the system is designed for backup.

Can I add a battery later?

Often, yes. The inverter, battery compatibility, wiring and future capacity should be checked before installation so the upgrade path is real rather than assumed.

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