APsystems: The Bankable Microinverter Solution.
Residential & Commercial Applications
Choose APsystems Microinverters - Innovation and Power for Every Solar Installation
YC1000
3-phase, 1 microinveter for every 4 panels AN INDUSTRY FIRST
YC500 SERIES
Dual MPPT, trunk cable or daisy chain POWERFUL & COST EFFECTIVE
YC250
Single Phase, 1:1 PV Ratio PROVEN MICROINVERTER TECHNOLOGY
Innovation & Power
Distributors and Installers - Join the APsystems network to bring leading-edge microinverter technology to your customers.
About APsystems APsystems was founded in Silicon Valley in 2009 and is now a global leader in advanced solar microinverter technology. In fact, with hundreds of thousands of units installed in more than 70 countries, APsystems ranked no. 2 in global market share among microinverter suppliers (source: GTM Research). APsystems’ business unit for the Americas region is based in Seattle, Washington.
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Power. Innovation. Value.
REMARKABLE
INNOVATION. • Each YC500 microinverter serves up to 2 PV modules • Each YC1000 microinverter serves up to 4 PV modules • FPGA design architecture delivers superior reliability, extensibility and affordability • Ideal for today’s high-output PV modules (60, 72 or 96-cell up to 365W) • Trunk cable or daisy-chain installation
REMARKABLE
“APsystems microinverters replaced
POWER. • Founded in Silicon Valley in 2009 • N o. 2 microinverter supplier worldwide (source: GTM Research) • Serving customers in more than 70 countries • Available through more than 20 leading North American distributors
Today’s challenging residential and commercial solar applications demand innovation and power — and APsystems microinverters deliver. APsystems is pushing the market forward with constant, intensive research and development to make tomorrow’s microinverter technology available today. The APsystems microinverter solar solution combines highly efficient power inversion with a user-friendly monitoring interface to bring you reliable, intelligent energy. Our proven power electronics architecture increases solar harvest and ensures maximum output for residential and commercial solar arrays.
Enphase because APsystems could work without transformers in the system. The customer saved several thousand dollars on the project by using APsystems microinverters.” — Rich Varlinsky, RR Lane Solar Distributing, Chico, CA
REMARKABLE
VALUE.
“APsystems microinverters help make all of Sol-Up’s residential solar installations successful. We have been an APsystems distributor for over a year, and we stand behind the technology and the manufacturer 100 percent.”
• Best value on a $/Watt basis, 10-20% lower than conventional microinverters at a system level • Fewer inverters to install means less time on the roof and labor savings for installers
— Phoebe Judge, Sol-Up, Las Vegas, NV
“The utility customers purchasing the rights to production incentives in this community-owned system need to know their modules are working. Thanks to the APsystems microinverters, they can log
• FREE module-level monitoring for the life of the system • EMA online monitoring lets installers view and troubleshoot site issues
onto the APsystems Energy Monitoring and Analysis database to see the realtime production, and we can monitor the system and know that every module is working correctly.” — John Harley, Brimma Solar, Seattle, WA
REMARKABLE
INNOVATION. • Each YC500 microinverter serves up to 2 PV modules • Each YC1000 microinverter serves up to 4 PV modules • FPGA design architecture delivers superior reliability, extensibility and affordability • Ideal for today’s high-output PV modules (60, 72 or 96-cell up to 365W) • Trunk cable or daisy-chain installation
REMARKABLE
“APsystems microinverters replaced
POWER. • Founded in Silicon Valley in 2009 • N o. 2 microinverter supplier worldwide (source: GTM Research) • Serving customers in more than 70 countries • Available through more than 20 leading North American distributors
Today’s challenging residential and commercial solar applications demand innovation and power — and APsystems microinverters deliver. APsystems is pushing the market forward with constant, intensive research and development to make tomorrow’s microinverter technology available today. The APsystems microinverter solar solution combines highly efficient power inversion with a user-friendly monitoring interface to bring you reliable, intelligent energy. Our proven power electronics architecture increases solar harvest and ensures maximum output for residential and commercial solar arrays.
Enphase because APsystems could work without transformers in the system. The customer saved several thousand dollars on the project by using APsystems microinverters.” — Rich Varlinsky, RR Lane Solar Distributing, Chico, CA
REMARKABLE
VALUE.
“APsystems microinverters help make all of Sol-Up’s residential solar installations successful. We have been an APsystems distributor for over a year, and we stand behind the technology and the manufacturer 100 percent.”
• Best value on a $/Watt basis, 10-20% lower than conventional microinverters at a system level • Fewer inverters to install means less time on the roof and labor savings for installers
— Phoebe Judge, Sol-Up, Las Vegas, NV
“The utility customers purchasing the rights to production incentives in this community-owned system need to know their modules are working. Thanks to the APsystems microinverters, they can log
• FREE module-level monitoring for the life of the system • EMA online monitoring lets installers view and troubleshoot site issues
onto the APsystems Energy Monitoring and Analysis database to see the realtime production, and we can monitor the system and know that every module is working correctly.” — John Harley, Brimma Solar, Seattle, WA
APsystems: The Bankable Microinverter Solution.
Residential & Commercial Applications
Choose APsystems Microinverters - Innovation and Power for Every Solar Installation
YC1000
3-phase, 1 microinveter for every 4 panels AN INDUSTRY FIRST
YC500 SERIES
Dual MPPT, trunk cable or daisy chain POWERFUL & COST EFFECTIVE
YC250
Single Phase, 1:1 PV Ratio PROVEN MICROINVERTER TECHNOLOGY
Innovation & Power
Distributors and Installers - Join the APsystems network to bring leading-edge microinverter technology to your customers.
About APsystems APsystems was founded in Silicon Valley in 2009 and is now a global leader in advanced solar microinverter technology. In fact, with hundreds of thousands of units installed in more than 70 countries, APsystems ranked no. 2 in global market share among microinverter suppliers (source: GTM Research). APsystems’ business unit for the Americas region is based in Seattle, Washington.
600 Ericksen Ave NE, Suite 200, Seattle, WA 98110 | 844.666.7035 |
[email protected]
APsystems.com
Power. Innovation. Value.
APmicro
TM
SERIES
YC500 SERIES:
YC1000 SERIES:
YC500A / YC500i
YC1000-3-208 / YC1000-3-480
INPUT DATA (DC) MPPT Voltage Range
22-45V
16-55V
Maximum Input Voltage
55V
60V
Maximum Input Current
12A X 2
14.8A x 4
Startup Voltage
22V
22V
500W
240V
OUTPUT DATA (AC)
277Y/480V
120Y / 208V
120Y/208V
Maximum Output Power YC500A
500W
Maximum Output Power YC500i
548W
548W
Maximum Output Power YC1000
Grid Type
Single phase
Nominal Output Current
2.08A
2.40A
Peak Output Current (YC500i)
2.62A
2.28A
Nominal Output Voltage
211V-264V*
183V-229V*
Nominal Output Frequency
60Hz/59.3-60.5Hz*
60Hz/59.3-60.5Hz*
60Hz/59.3-60.5Hz
Power Factor
>0.99
>0.99
>0.99
>0.99
Total Harmonic Distortion
<3%
<3%
<3%
<3%
Maximum Units per Branch
7 per 20Ax2-pole breaker 6 per 20Ax2-pole breaker
3 phase
900W
900W
3 phase
3 phase
1.08Ax3
2.50Ax3
277Yx3
120Yx3 60Hz/59.3-60.5Hz*
11 per 15Ax3-pole breaker 4 per 15Ax3-pole breaker
EFFICIENCY Peak efficiency
95.5%
95%
CEC Weighted Efficiency
95%
94.5%
Nominal MPPT efficiency
99.5%
99.9%
MECHANICAL DATA Operating Ambient temperature range
-40°F to +149°F (-40°C to +65°C)
-40°F to +149°F (-40°C to +65°C)
Storage Temperature Range
-40°F to +185°F (-40°C to +85°C)
-40°F to +185°F (-40oC to +85°C)
Dimensions (W x H x D)
8.75” x 6.5” x 1.1” (221mm x 167mm x 29mm)
10.2” X 9.5” X 1.4” (259mm X 242mm X 36mm)
Weight
5.5 lbs (2.5kg)
8.4lbs (3.8kg)
Enclosure rating
NEMA 6
NEMA 6
Cooling
Natural Convection - No Fans
Natural Convection - No Fans
Communication
Power line (PLC)
ZigBee (Wireless)
Emissions & Immunity (EMC) Compliance
FCC PART 15, ANSI C63.4 2003, ICES-003
FCC Part15; ANSI C63.4; ICES-003
Safety & Grid Connection Compliance
IEEE1547, UL1741, CSA C22.2 No. 107.1-01, NEC 2014 690.12, NEC 2017 690.12
Warranty
10 years standard, extendable to 25 years
NEMA 6
FEATURES
10 years standard, extendable to 25 years
* Programmable per customer and utility requirements. All settings UL approved Specifications subject to change without notice – please ensure you are using the most recent update found at www.APsystems.com
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APsystems Accessories The APsystems microinverter solution includes a full range of certified products and accessories to suit any PV application. Contact your APsystems distributor, or see our full catalog online at APsystems.com.
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APSYSTEMS YC500i
The ECU provides the Power Line Communication (PLC) to each microinverter, allowing monitoring of each individual PV module in the array.
Legend A. Pair of MC4 Caps (Male and Female)
E. YC500i Trunk Cable
I. YC1000-3 Trunk Cable
B. AC 25A Female Cap
F. YC500i Trunk Cable T-CONN Cap
J. Terminal Sealing Cap
C. AC Connector Cable
G. YC500i Trunk Cable End Cap
K. AC End Cap – YC1000
D. AC Extension Connector Cable
H. YC500i AC Connector Unlock Tool
APsystems
Microinverter
Wi-Fi!
APsystems
ECU
APsystems
EMA
Energy Communication Unit (ECU) The APsystems ECU is the information gateway to our microinverters. It collects and transfers module-level data in real time, offering comprehensive monitoring while optimizing array performance and power. Wireless features add convenience to installation, eliminating the need for a hard line ethernet cable and allowing installers to connect to the ECU using any wireless device to view production and adjust settings.
FEATURES • Wireless connectivity to home or business router eliminates need for ethernet cable • No additional wiring – simple plug-and-power setup at the customer’s home or business • Local Wireless Access feature lets homeowners and installers connect directly to the ECU with any wireless device to view production and adjust settings
COMMUNICATION INTERFACE
ARRAY APP ArrayApp lets you scan microinverter serial numbers, map a PV array and complete the APsystems registration process in the field, all through your mobile device. Available for both Apple iOS and Android devices. Simply search for “ArrayApp” in the App Store or Google Play.
Communication
Powerline (PLC) or ZigBee
Ethernet
10/100M
Wireless Security
WEP, WPA2-PSK
USB Interface
Standard
ECU ZigBee Frequency
2.4 GHz
POWER REQUIREMENTS AC outlet
110-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz
Power consumption
2.5W
MECHANICAL DATA Dimension (WxHxD)
7.1” x 4.4” x 1.6”
Weight
0.83Ibs (380g)
Ambient temperature
Natural Convection
Enclosure environmental rating
Indoor-NEMA 1 (IP30)
FEATURES Standard warranty term Certifications
3 years ANSI/UL 60950-1, CAN/CSA C22.2 No.60950-1,UL50E, FCC part 15,ICES-003
Energy Monitoring & Analysis (EMA) Our advanced Energy Monitoring & Analysis software offers comprehensive, round-the-clock monitoring of the APsystems microinverter array. Robust feature sets meet both homeowner and installer requirements.
FEATURES • C onvenient online tool allows installers to preconfigure the array before reaching the jobsite • R eceive regular status reports to ensure proper system performance • F ree Module-level monitoring - Homeowner account lets end user see module-level data, production and savings over time • Installer account offers more robust feature set for system configuration, mapping and control
EMA APP EMA App lets you track solar array performance in real time through any web-enabled mobile device. See system output by day, month, year and lifetime, while measuring environmental benefits as well. All data is displayed through an easy-to-use graphical interface. Both Apple iOS and Android versions are available for download in the iTunes App Store and Google Play.
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CLAY STREET HOMES, SAN ANTONIO APsystems microinverters power the new Clay Street Homes development in San Antonio’s Southtown neighborhood. The 32-home project by PSW features modern architecture, energy-efficient features and sustainable construction – and solar on every rooftop. Installer Lighthouse Solar of Austin, Texas, chose APsystems YC500A dual-module units for the project. The neighborhood will have 72.5kW of solar capacity at buildout, adding to San Antonio’s standing as the top solar market in Texas and seventh biggest nationwide.
Project: Clay Street Homes Scale: 32-home planned solar neighborhood Location: San Antonio, Texas Builder: PSW Installer: Lighthouse Solar Microinverters: A Psystems YC500-A (117 units total) Modules: Phono Solar 310W (234 total) Modules per home: 7-8, approx. 2.48kW Neighborhood capacity: 72.5kW
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“With Itek PV modules and APsystems Microinverters supplied by Blue Frog Solar, Grow Community solar is performing better than expected. The Grow neighborhood is now the largest solar neighborhood in Washington state and is well on its way to achieving its goal of becoming a net-zero community” - Marja Preston, Asani President
GROW COMMUNITY YC500A Grow Community on Bainbridge Island is the largest planned, solar-ready neighborhood in Washington state, USA. This new urban development is the model of sustainable living, with beautiful solar-powered, net-zero energy homes, healthy transportation options, and shared community gardens. Solar output of individual residential systems ranges from 2.9 kW to 8.9 kW, with more than 112 kW capacity completed. With a goal of completing 132 residential units by 2016, all with solar systems featuring APsystems microinverters, Grow Community will eventually save between 2.5 and 3 tons of coal per year.
Location: Bainbridge Island, WA Installer: A&R Solar Installation Date: June 2012 – Ongoing Capacity: 112 kW completed Module Type: Itek 260 watt Microinverter: APsystems YC250 and YC500 No. of Microinverters: 24 to 34 per home
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GROW COMMUNITY YC1000 Three-story, 12-unit apartment building called “the Juniper.” One building in what is now the state’s largest planned solar community with a mix of singlefamily homes, condominiums, town homes and apartments. Renters in the Juniper will enjoy benefits of solar production through net-metering, while the annual solar production rebate will go to the building owner. For More Information: www.growbainbridge.com
Location: Bainbridge Island, WA Installation Date: Winter 2015 Designer/installer: A&R Solar System Output: 44kW Microinverters: APsystems YC1000 No. of Microinverters: 40 Other Major System Components: SolarWorld modules, IronRidge racking
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FORT WASHINGTON COUNTRY CLUB More than 400 APsystems YC1000 true 3-phase microinverters power an ambitious 1,700-module solar carport array at Fort Washington Golf and Country Club in Fresno, Calif. Six carports totaling 36,000 square feet of solar roof space produce 529kW of energy to support club maintenance and operations.
Location: Fresno, Calif. Designer/installer: Valley Unique Electric/Solar Universe Modules: SunEdison 320W No. of modules: 1,760 Microinverters: YC1000 true 3-phase No. of microinverters: 429 System capacity: 529 kW
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BAINBRIDGE ISLAND MUSEUM OF ART The acclaimed new art museum in downtown Bainbridge Island showcases the work of fine artists and craftspeople from around the Pacific Northwest. The distinctive LEED Gold building, located in the island’s prominent Gateway district near the ferry terminal, embodies forward thinking in aesthetics, sustainable construction and energy independence. Designers chose APsystems Microinverters and Itek PV modules for the building’s large solar array, which will produce a peak 29 kW to power the museum.
Location: Bainbridge Island, WA Installation Date: April 2013 (phase 1), October 2016 (phase 2) Capacity: 29 kW Module Type: iTek Energy 240W & 280W (100 modules total) Microinverter: APsystems YC500 No. of Microinverters: 50
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Leading the Industry in Solar Microinverter Technology
Gateway
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Powerful, reliable, safe, with a bankable warranty.
The APsystems Advantage BANKABLE WARRANTY
POWERFUL
RELIABLE
competing brands, APsystems microinverters work longer at both
integrated system that works well together. The APsystems solar
ends of the day. That means more energy generation throughout
solution combines highly efficient power inversion with state-of-the-
each solar cycle – putting more power into your home and saving
art data collection and monitoring so you’ll know precisely how your
you money, from sunup to sundown.
system is functioning at all times. No matter where you are.
WARRANTEED
SAFE
THE SUN WORKS ALL DAY. YOUR SOLAR ARRAY SHOULD TOO. With a lower startup voltage than
25 YEARS IS A LONG TIME. WE’LL BE HERE FOR YOU. APsystems offers microinverter warranties from 10
THE PICTURE OF RELIABILITY, FROM ANY COMPUTER OR SMART PHONE. You want an
up to 25 years. When you invest in a solar array, you want to know
FIRST RESPONDERS, SANTA CLAUS OR JUST YOU, EVERYONE SHOULD BE SAFE ON THE ROOF. National safety codes like NEC 2014 mandate safety
it’s built to last. And with proven bankability, strong backing and a
features for solar rooftop solar components, like arc-fault protection
powerful business model, we’ll be here to back it up for years
and rapid system shutdown. APsystems microinverters are designed
to come.
and built for compliance. And their low-voltage DC operation adds an extra layer of safety for your confidence as a homeowner.
APSYSTEMS POWERS THE GLOBE. INCLUDING YOUR CORNER OF IT. APsystems was founded in Silicon Valley in 2009, and is now a worldwide leader in advanced solar microinverter technology. In fact, with over 25,000 registered installations in more than 70 countries, APsystems ranked no. 2 in global market share among microinverter suppliers. No matter where you live, you’ll find a registered APsystems distributor or installer ready to set you up.
ENERGY MONITORING Our advanced Energy Monitoring & Analysis software offers comprehensive, round-the-clock monitoring of the APsystems microinverter array. Robust feature sets meet both homeowner and installer requirements.
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