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KODAK 5kW Solar Off-Grid Inverter VMIII 48V
Rated Power | 5000VA / 5000W |
Maximum PV Array Power | 5000W |
MPPT Range @ Operating Voltage | 120VDC~430VDC |
Maximum PV Array Open Circuit Voltage | 500VDC |
Maximum Solar Charge Current | 80A |
Maximum AC Charge Current | 60A |
Maximum Charge Current | 80A |
Please note that these inverters cannot be paralleled.
IMPORTANT
The products we sell must be installed by a qualified electrician/technician and must adhere to local wiring regulations and standards. We are not liable for any damages or warranty rejections as a result of incorrectly installed products or systems.The KODAK Solar Off-Grid Inverter VMIII is equipped with an MPPT solar charge controller to maximize and regulate DC power from the solar array for charging the battery bank. Transformerless design provides reliable power conversion in a compact size. The pure sine wave output enables easy start-ups for motor-type loads such as refrigerators, motors, pumps, compressors and laser printers as well as electronic loads like TVs, Computers, power tool and battery chargers.
KODAK Solar Off-Grid Inverter
Rated Power | 5000VA / 5000W |
Maximum PV Array Power | 5000W |
MPPT Range @ Operating Voltage | 120VDC~430VDC |
Maximum PV Array Open Circuit Voltage | 500VDC |
Maximum Solar Charge Current | 80A |
Maximum AC Charge Current | 60A |
Maximum Charge Current | 80A |
Main Features
- Removable LCD control module with multiple communications servers and ATM
- Built-in Bluetooth for mobile monitoring (Android App is available)
- Replaceable fan design for ease of maintenance Supply load from Grid or PV, even battery is not available
- Configurable AC/PV output usage timer and prioritization Selectable high power charging current
- Selectable input voltage range for home appliances and personal computers
- Compatible to Utility Mains or generator input Auto restart while AC is recovering Cold start function
Note: The Kodak VMIII inverter has a RS485 port that can be connected to the RS485 port on the Pylontech batteries for BMS communication. Therefore no other control module, such as the ICC, is needed.
Distributor Warranty Details
Questions
What is the difference between this inverter and the Inverter King?
Hi Ters
There are many differences, but the main ones are:
1) Smaller MPPT voltage range on the King, meaning installing panels is more complicated (requires parallel strings and combiners boxes- VMIII doesn't).
2) 0ms switch-over time for the King vs 10 - 20ms switch over time for the VMIII
3) King can be paralleled with another King, whereas the VMIII can't be paralleled at all.
I want the Inverter to be accessible online with an app, how do I do that? Like with the Sunsynk Inverters.
Hi Wikus, these inverters do not have that capability built in. They only have Bluetooth connection, which is good for connecting to a phone app from a max distance of a few feet.
If you want to, you can check out an after-market add-on device like the Solar management Hub (SMH) from Centurion Solar that will achieve this-
Is the VMIII a pure sine wave inverter?
Hi Arnold, yes it is.
hi Regarding the Kodak OG5.48 off grid inverter, can it be used/setup such that it can be supplemented by municipal supply should the PV or battery supply drop too low?
Hi Chan, yes this is a standard function available.
Hi there, can the batteries be charged from the grid in cloudy conditions? Can I run the inverter with storage only until I can afford panels? Can the charging parameters be optimized for the new lead acid batteries which I already have? The batteries were bought for an old model inverter which has failed. Thanks Peter
Hi Peter. Yes to all of your questions.
Hi, Will 12 x "Longi Solar HiMO4 455w Dualcell Mono PV Module" in series = 594VDC open circuit hurt the "KODAK Solar Off-Grid Inverter VMIII 5kW 48V" since it is rated max 500VDC open circuit?
Hi Sidney, absolutely, it will damage the inverter. You will need to install them in two strings of 6 panels each to avoid doing so.
Hi my roof is L shaped the inverter would be situated in the corner of the L so what method of connection would be best for 10 panels. Thanks Rick
Hi Rick, we would need to know what kind of roof you have in order to answer this question. Tiled, corrugated, IBR?
The shape of the roof won't affect the type of mounting required.
Does the KODAK Solar Off-Grid Inverter VMIII 5kW 48V have a battery equalisation function?
Hi Nigel, yes it does.
Hi, This inverter has a nominal operating voltage of 320v dc . What does this mean and how can I achieve this if I am using 350 watt Canadian solar panels . Many Thanks Peter
Hi Peter. This inverter is a 48V dc battery inverter. The nominal voltage refers to the ideal solar panel input voltage. The usable solar panel voltage range is from 120Vdc to 430Vdc. The correct solar array string voltages are built up by connecting panels in series and adding their specified Voc values until you are within this range.
Hi How easy is the set up of the inverter do the charging parameters currently need to be pre-programmed into the inverter. Do you guys do this before.
Hi Rick, the charging parameters are set on site according to your battery setup. We do not set these parameters before hand, rather there are default parameters that only need to be changed if you set up is not the same as the default setup. The manual offers comprehensive guidance on how to do this, so it is a straightforward process.
Can you connect this inverter in parallel with other inverters?
Hi Louis. No, these inverters cannot be paralleled. Of the Kodak range, the MKSII, the KING and the MAX can all be parallleled.
Hi. Can the Kodak inverter 3kva and 5 KVA be used without batteries? I don't need power backup. Ta
Hi Alan. The VMIII models can be, yes.
Hi Guys, Is this KODAK Solar Off-Grid Inverter VMIII 5kW 48V Inverter Model, compatible with the Hubble Lithium-Ion X100 4.8KW 48V 1C High-Performance Battery? Thanks in advance!
Hi Nico, the battery will work with the VMIII but will not have coms communication between battery and inverter. The only batteries that can have coms communications with the VMIII (without the aid of an external addon) are the Pylontechs.
How many panels do I need to get the Max 5000watt for this invertor? I'm looking to buy this panel https://www.solar-shop.co.za/canadian-solar-panels/276-canadian-solar-410w-super-high-power-poly-perc-hiku.html
Hi Vimlin, 5000W/410W = 12 panels.
What are the main benefits of using this unit KODAK Solar Off-Grid Inverter VMIII 5kW 48V compared to its hybrid 4,6Kw brother. Thanks Great Site
Hi Rene, no benefit. The VMIII is cheaper and also not a hybrid grid-tie/battery inverter like the Kodak 4.6kW Solar Hybrid Inverter
The 4.6kW is able to back-feed the rest of your household grid (and beyond if legal in your area). The VMIII cannot back-feed.
The 4.6 also has dual MPPT's for better solar efficiency, full internet monitoring (when the wifi stick is added), a nice full lcolour touch screen on the front panel and a 5 year warranty vs 2 years for the VMIII
Good afternoon. For the following scenario: Daytime - PV producing; Batteries fully loaded; Load exceeds PV supply; Will this VM111 inverter kick over all load to grid, or will it use grid to support the PV to supply the load? Thanks
Hi Johan. The latter - the grid will support the PV supply to the load. See this pic here: https://www.solar-shop.co.za/content/11-axpert-voltronics-power-use
Load: 1927W
PV input power: 711
The rest supplied by the grid (No batteries connected).
HI Does the KODAK Solar Off-Grid Inverter VMIII 5KVA/5KW 80A MPPT 48V have the ability to supply higher capacity (above 5kVA without sounding alarm / cutting out) when grid power is active. I'm not sure of the technical terms for this, but it is basically bypassing the 5kVA unit capacity when on Eskom power. Thanks
Hi Mark, no it doesn't; except for a few seconds of 100% surge power for motor startup, etc.
What is the minimum solar panel Voc that is required for the inverter to supply AC power when no batteries and no mains are available?
Hi Avin, the inverter needs 120Vdc minimum on the solar panel inputs in order to operate.
For example if you were using Canadian Solar 365W panels whose Voc is 47.2V, you would need three of these minimum to get the MPPT in the inverter going. (3 x 47.2 = 141.6V)
Hey, quick question please. Can the VMIII work without battery's?
Hi Axel, it can yes.
Thanks for the reply , my question is not so much related to the connection method of the unit to the Pylontech , but the ability of the inverter to properly communicate SOC. I have read some Voltronic King inverters have a specific PYL setting that can be selected in the programming to fully communicate with BMS. This is what I would prefer.
Hi Philip, yes both the King and the 5kW VMIII have direct comms with the Pylontech US2000 or US3000
Quick question , does this unit fully recognize the pylontech battery range via CANBUS ? Thanks for all the help.
Hi Phillip, the inverter and the battery don't use the CAN bus in this case but rather they communicate using the RS485 ports on each product.
Good day. Can you please clarify the monitoring options the inverter comes with. How does the bluetooth work and is wi-fi available for online monitoring?
Hi Jannie. The Bluetooth works with an app you can download on Android. You have to be within a few metres of the inverter for this to work. It also has a detachable LCD panel but this needs to be physically connected to the inverter with a network cable. There is no Wi-Fi monitoring available
Can you confirm whether this inverter allows solar power to operate during a grid outage during the day, when connected to batteries?
Hi Jannie, yes that is what it does. The solar can operate with or without grid power
Good day Does it support parallel connections? Regards
Hi Lourens, no it doesn't. The MKSII and the King support parallel connections though.