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{"id":9412555079919,"title":"SolarEdge S500B Power Optimizer 500W 105V - S500B","handle":"solaredge-s500b-power-optimizer-500w-105v-s500b","description":"\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe SolarEdge S500B Power Optimizer is a module-level DC power optimizer designed for residential solar systems using SolarEdge inverters. It mitigates all types of module mismatch loss – from manufacturing tolerances to partial shading – while delivering 99.5% efficiency. With module-level voltage shutdown for installer and firefighter safety, support for high open-circuit voltage modules, and a bent bracket design for flexible mounting, it is ideal for maximizing energy harvest in off-grid or grid-interactive residential PV systems, including those with bifacial modules.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e99.5% Superior Efficiency:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMaximizes energy harvest by mitigating mismatch losses from shading, soiling, and manufacturing tolerances.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eHigh Voc Support (125V):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHandles modules with open-circuit voltage up to 125V, providing greater design flexibility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eModule-Level Voltage Shutdown:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eProvides installer and firefighter safety by reducing output voltage to 1V per optimizer when disconnected from the inverter or during rapid shutdown.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eDetects Abnormal PV Connector Behavior:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIdentifies potential safety issues to prevent arcing and connector failures (functionality subject to inverter model and firmware).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eFlexible System Design:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAllows parallel strings of different lengths and orientations for maximum space utilization.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eSimplified Installation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFaster cable management and easy assembly using a single bolt; bent bracket design for versatile mounting options.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eCompatible with Bifacial PV Modules:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWorks with standard and bifacial modules for design flexibility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eIP68 Rated:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFully sealed against water and dust for long-term outdoor reliability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e25-Year Warranty:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBacked by a 25-year warranty.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area ds-scroll-area--show-on-focus-within ds-scroll-area--enabled _1210dd7 c03cafe9\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eSolarEdge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eModel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eS500B\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eRated Input DC Power\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e500 W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eAbsolute Max Input Voltage (Voc)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e125 Vdc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eMPPT Operating Range\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e12.5 – 105 Vdc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eMax Short Circuit Current (Isc) of PV Module\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e15 Adc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eMaximum Efficiency\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e99.5%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eWeighted Efficiency\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e98.6%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eMaximum Output Current\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e15 Adc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eMaximum Output Voltage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e80 Vdc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eSafety Output Voltage (Standby)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e1 ± 0.1 Vdc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eMaximum Allowed System Voltage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e1000 Vdc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eMechanical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area ds-scroll-area--show-on-focus-within ds-scroll-area--enabled _1210dd7 c03cafe9\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eDimensions (W x L x H)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e129 x 165 x 45 mm (5.08 x 6.50 x 1.77 in)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e790 g (1.74 lbs)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eInput Connector\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eMC4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eInput Wire Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e0.1 m\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eOutput Connector\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eMC4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eOutput Wire Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e(+) 2.3 m, (-) 0.10 m\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e-40°C to +85°C (derating above +75°C)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eProtection Rating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eIP68\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eRelative Humidity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e0 – 100%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eBracket Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eBent bracket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eString Design Guidelines (with SolarEdge Inverters)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area ds-scroll-area--show-on-focus-within ds-scroll-area--enabled _1210dd7 c03cafe9\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eValue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eMinimum String Length (Single Phase)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e6 optimizers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eMaximum String Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e25 optimizers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eMaximum Continuous Power per String\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e5,700 W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eParallel Strings of Different Lengths\/Orientations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e*\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eNote: S500B and S650B share the same minimum string length requirements (6 for single phase, 8 for three phase 208V, 14 for three phase 277\/480V).\u003c\/span\u003e*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eStandard Compliance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area ds-scroll-area--show-on-focus-within ds-scroll-area--enabled _1210dd7 c03cafe9\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eStandard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eCompliance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eEMC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eFCC Part 15 Class B, IEC61000-6-2, IEC61000-6-3, CISPR11, EN-55011\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eSafety\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eIEC62109-1 (Class II), UL1741\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eUL94 V-0, UV Resistant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eFire Safety\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eVDE-AR-E 2100-712:2018-12\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eRoHS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eProduct Documents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eFull Datasheet: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0079\/6003\/5417\/files\/s500b.pdf?v=1780597132\"\u003eDownload PDF\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2026-06-04T12:20:01-06:00","created_at":"2026-06-04T12:20:01-06:00","vendor":"SolarEdge","type":"Microinverter\/Optimizer","tags":["All products","Brand_SolarEdge","feed-sl-15","Solar Power Optimizers","SolarEdge Inverters and Optimizers","SolarEdge Products","Type_Grid-Tie Microinverters\/Optimizers"],"price":28500,"price_min":28500,"price_max":28500,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":49654107308271,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"S500B","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"SolarEdge S500B Power Optimizer 500W 105V - S500B","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":28500,"weight":2722,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":null,"barcode":"565-0244","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}}],"images":["\/\/www.solarpanelstore.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/s500b.jpg?v=1780597555"],"featured_image":"\/\/www.solarpanelstore.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/s500b.jpg?v=1780597555","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":"SolarEdge S500B Power Optimizer 500W 105V - S500B","id":39052830671087,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.442,"height":398,"width":574,"src":"\/\/www.solarpanelstore.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/s500b.jpg?v=1780597555"},"aspect_ratio":1.442,"height":398,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/www.solarpanelstore.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/s500b.jpg?v=1780597555","width":574}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe SolarEdge S500B Power Optimizer is a module-level DC power optimizer designed for residential solar systems using SolarEdge inverters. It mitigates all types of module mismatch loss – from manufacturing tolerances to partial shading – while delivering 99.5% efficiency. With module-level voltage shutdown for installer and firefighter safety, support for high open-circuit voltage modules, and a bent bracket design for flexible mounting, it is ideal for maximizing energy harvest in off-grid or grid-interactive residential PV systems, including those with bifacial modules.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e99.5% Superior Efficiency:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMaximizes energy harvest by mitigating mismatch losses from shading, soiling, and manufacturing tolerances.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eHigh Voc Support (125V):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHandles modules with open-circuit voltage up to 125V, providing greater design flexibility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eModule-Level Voltage Shutdown:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eProvides installer and firefighter safety by reducing output voltage to 1V per optimizer when disconnected from the inverter or during rapid shutdown.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eDetects Abnormal PV Connector Behavior:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIdentifies potential safety issues to prevent arcing and connector failures (functionality subject to inverter model and firmware).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eFlexible System Design:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAllows parallel strings of different lengths and orientations for maximum space utilization.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eSimplified Installation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFaster cable management and easy assembly using a single bolt; bent bracket design for versatile mounting options.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eCompatible with Bifacial PV Modules:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWorks with standard and bifacial modules for design flexibility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eIP68 Rated:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFully sealed against water and dust for long-term outdoor reliability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e25-Year Warranty:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBacked by a 25-year warranty.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area ds-scroll-area--show-on-focus-within ds-scroll-area--enabled _1210dd7 c03cafe9\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eSolarEdge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eModel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eS500B\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eRated Input DC Power\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e500 W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eAbsolute Max Input Voltage (Voc)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e125 Vdc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eMPPT Operating Range\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e12.5 – 105 Vdc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eMax Short Circuit Current (Isc) of PV Module\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e15 Adc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eMaximum Efficiency\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e99.5%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eWeighted Efficiency\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e98.6%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eMaximum Output Current\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e15 Adc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eMaximum Output Voltage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e80 Vdc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eSafety Output Voltage (Standby)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e1 ± 0.1 Vdc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eMaximum Allowed System Voltage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e1000 Vdc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eMechanical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area ds-scroll-area--show-on-focus-within ds-scroll-area--enabled _1210dd7 c03cafe9\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eDimensions (W x L x H)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e129 x 165 x 45 mm (5.08 x 6.50 x 1.77 in)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e790 g (1.74 lbs)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eInput Connector\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eMC4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eInput Wire Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e0.1 m\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eOutput Connector\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eMC4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eOutput Wire Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e(+) 2.3 m, (-) 0.10 m\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e-40°C to +85°C (derating above +75°C)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eProtection Rating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eIP68\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eRelative Humidity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e0 – 100%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eBracket Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eBent bracket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eString Design Guidelines (with SolarEdge Inverters)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area ds-scroll-area--show-on-focus-within ds-scroll-area--enabled _1210dd7 c03cafe9\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eValue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eMinimum String Length (Single Phase)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e6 optimizers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eMaximum String Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e25 optimizers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eMaximum Continuous Power per String\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e5,700 W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eParallel Strings of Different Lengths\/Orientations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e*\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eNote: S500B and S650B share the same minimum string length requirements (6 for single phase, 8 for three phase 208V, 14 for three phase 277\/480V).\u003c\/span\u003e*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eStandard Compliance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area ds-scroll-area--show-on-focus-within ds-scroll-area--enabled _1210dd7 c03cafe9\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eStandard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eCompliance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eEMC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eFCC Part 15 Class B, IEC61000-6-2, IEC61000-6-3, CISPR11, EN-55011\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eSafety\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eIEC62109-1 (Class II), UL1741\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eUL94 V-0, UV Resistant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eFire Safety\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eVDE-AR-E 2100-712:2018-12\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eRoHS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eProduct Documents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eFull Datasheet: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0079\/6003\/5417\/files\/s500b.pdf?v=1780597132\"\u003eDownload PDF\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

SolarEdge S500B Power Optimizer 500W 105V - S500B

Product Description
$285.00
Maximum quantity available reached.

The SolarEdge S500B Power Optimizer is a module-level DC power optimizer designed for residential solar systems using SolarEdge inverters. It mitigates all types of module mismatch loss – from manufacturing tolerances to partial shading – while delivering 99.5% efficiency. With module-level voltage shutdown for installer and firefighter safety, support for high open-circuit voltage modules, and a bent bracket design for flexible mounting, it is ideal for maximizing energy harvest in off-grid or grid-interactive residential PV systems, including those with bifacial modules.


Key Features & Benefits

99.5% Superior Efficiency: Maximizes energy harvest by mitigating mismatch losses from shading, soiling, and manufacturing tolerances.

High Voc Support (125V): Handles modules with open-circuit voltage up to 125V, providing greater design flexibility.

Module-Level Voltage Shutdown: Provides installer and firefighter safety by reducing output voltage to 1V per optimizer when disconnected from the inverter or during rapid shutdown.

Detects Abnormal PV Connector Behavior: Identifies potential safety issues to prevent arcing and connector failures (functionality subject to inverter model and firmware).

Flexible System Design: Allows parallel strings of different lengths and orientations for maximum space utilization.

Simplified Installation: Faster cable management and easy assembly using a single bolt; bent bracket design for versatile mounting options.

Compatible with Bifacial PV Modules: Works with standard and bifacial modules for design flexibility.

IP68 Rated: Fully sealed against water and dust for long-term outdoor reliability.

25-Year Warranty: Backed by a 25-year warranty.


Technical Specifications

Specification Detail
Manufacturer SolarEdge
Model S500B
Rated Input DC Power 500 W
Absolute Max Input Voltage (Voc) 125 Vdc
MPPT Operating Range 12.5 – 105 Vdc
Max Short Circuit Current (Isc) of PV Module 15 Adc
Maximum Efficiency 99.5%
Weighted Efficiency 98.6%
Maximum Output Current 15 Adc
Maximum Output Voltage 80 Vdc
Safety Output Voltage (Standby) 1 ± 0.1 Vdc
Maximum Allowed System Voltage 1000 Vdc

Mechanical Specifications

Specification Detail
Dimensions (W x L x H) 129 x 165 x 45 mm (5.08 x 6.50 x 1.77 in)
Weight 790 g (1.74 lbs)
Input Connector MC4
Input Wire Length 0.1 m
Output Connector MC4
Output Wire Length (+) 2.3 m, (-) 0.10 m
Operating Temperature -40°C to +85°C (derating above +75°C)
Protection Rating IP68
Relative Humidity 0 – 100%
Bracket Type Bent bracket

String Design Guidelines (with SolarEdge Inverters)

Parameter Value
Minimum String Length (Single Phase) 6 optimizers
Maximum String Length 25 optimizers
Maximum Continuous Power per String 5,700 W
Parallel Strings of Different Lengths/Orientations Yes

*Note: S500B and S650B share the same minimum string length requirements (6 for single phase, 8 for three phase 208V, 14 for three phase 277/480V).*


Standard Compliance

Standard Compliance
EMC FCC Part 15 Class B, IEC61000-6-2, IEC61000-6-3, CISPR11, EN-55011
Safety IEC62109-1 (Class II), UL1741
Material UL94 V-0, UV Resistant
Fire Safety VDE-AR-E 2100-712:2018-12
RoHS Yes

Product Documents

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