About This Product

The GoodWe 5kW SBP SERIES AC-Coupled Solar Inverter is an AC-coupled unit designed to retrofit battery storage onto existing solar PV systems. It manages charging and discharging of a compatible HV battery, provides seamless backup switching, and works alongside almost any existing solar inverter. The SBP Series operates independently from the PV side and focuses on stable battery management, export control, and reliable transition to backup power during grid outages.

Who This Product Suits

• Homeowners wanting to add battery storage to an existing solar system without replacing their current inverter.
• Sites needing dependable backup power with fast changeover during grid interruptions.
• Installations where export limits apply and an AC-coupled battery solution offers easier compliance.
• Upgrades where the PV system is working well but the customer wants energy shifting or night-time load support.

Specifications Explained

• 5kW AC output rating: Manages battery charge/discharge up to the inverter’s full power rating, suitable for most residential loads.
• AC-coupled architecture: Works independently from the PV inverter, making it ideal for retrofits or mixed-brand systems.
• High-voltage battery compatibility: Supports GoodWe HV battery platforms and other approved HV units depending on configuration.
• EPS/Backup support: Provides essential load backup with rapid switching to keep critical circuits energised during outages.
• Smart monitoring: Integration with SEMS gives visibility over battery behaviour, energy flows, and system status.
• Export control capability: Allows installers to comply with DNSP limits without altering the existing PV system.

Summary

The GoodWe 5kW SBP SERIES AC-Coupled Solar Inverter is a practical solution for adding battery storage to an established solar system. It handles battery control, offers reliable backup, and avoids the need to modify a functioning PV array. For homeowners wanting to upgrade to storage with minimal disruption, it provides a clean and proven path forward.

Further Information From The Manufacturer

GoodWe 5kW SBP SERIES AC-Coupled Solar Inverter by GoodWe is a solar inverter that provides a battery storage retrofit solution suitable for both single-phase and three-phase systems. When connected to a compatible battery the GoodWe GW5000-SBP-20 allows users to store surplus power and sell it back to the grid when demand peaks and the price of electricity is at its highest. It can effectively upgrade any existing string inverter system by adding battery backup. The GoodWe GW5000-SBP-20 is capable of being either grid-interactive or independent, allowing users to store surplus power.

Key Features

• AC-Coupled Battery Storage: Provides a battery storage retrofit solution for single-phase and three-phase systems
• UPS Function: Offers uninterrupted supply in the event of a power cut
• Grid-Interactive or Independent: Allows users to store surplus power and sell it back to the grid when demand peaks
• Battery Backup: Can effectively upgrade any existing string inverter system by adding battery backup

Main Benefits

• Uninterrupted Supply: Provides uninterrupted supply in the event of a power cut
• Surplus Power Storage: Allows users to store surplus power and sell it back to the grid when demand peaks
• System Upgrade: Can effectively upgrade any existing string inverter system by adding battery backup

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About GoodWe

GoodWe is a global inverter and energy-storage manufacturer supplying residential, commercial and utility-scale markets. The company has been active in Australia since 2012 and offers a broad range of grid-connected and hybrid solutions backed by ongoing product development.

GoodWe maintains local support channels, training programs and CEC-approved products, supported by a structured monitoring platform and clear technical documentation. This combination makes the brand a practical choice for professional solar and storage installers looking for a balance of functionality, reliability and support.