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Knox Xenon 12kW PV18000 IP65 Hybrid Solar Inverter
₨ 520,000PKR · price may vary
BrandKnox- Model
- KNOX-85
- Specifications
- 10
- Battery Voltage48V DC
- EfficiencyUp to 96%
- Transfer Time10ms (PCs), 20ms (Home appliances)
- MPPT Voltage Range350V – 950V DC
- Surge PowerUp to 24,000VA
- View all 10 specifications ↓
Overview
The Knox Xenon IP65 12kW PV18000 Hybrid Solar Inverter is a top-tier solution for large-scale residential or commercial solar setups in Pakistan. It builds on the strengths of the 16000W variant with enhanced PV input capacity and robust environmental protection.Features:
Battery-In
Specifications
| HARDWARE FEATURES | |
|---|---|
| Battery Voltage | 48V DC |
| Efficiency | Up to 96% |
| Output | |
| Transfer Time | 10ms (PCs), 20ms (Home appliances) |
| TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION | |
| MPPT Voltage Range | 350V – 950V DC |
| Surge Power | Up to 24,000VA |
| General Specification | |
| AC Output Voltage | 220/230/240V AC |
| Max PV Input Power | 18,000W (150% oversizing supported) |
| MPPT | Dual MPPT (27A × 2) |
| Output Waveform | Pure sine wave |
| Rated Output Power | 12,000W (12kW) |
Reading the specifications
Knox Xenon 12kW PV18000 IP65 Hybrid Solar Inverter is listed with 10 published specifications from Knox, including battery voltage of 48V DC, efficiency of Up to 96%, transfer time of 10ms (PCs), 20ms (Home appliances) and MPPT voltage range of 350V – 950V DC. Those figures are what decide whether this unit fits your system, so read them against the equipment it will connect to before comparing price.
For an inverter, the figures that matter most are continuous AC output in kW, which caps the load you can run at once, surge or peak rating, which covers the brief inrush of motors and compressors, maximum PV input and the number of MPPT trackers, which set how many panel strings you can connect and the MPPT voltage window, which decides how many panels go in a string. It is the component that decides what a solar system can do: how much power you can draw at once, whether you can export to the grid, whether the system keeps running in a blackout, and how well the panels and battery are managed day to day.
What to check before ordering
The checks below apply to any inverter. Run them against the specification table above — most disappointing solar purchases are compatible-on-paper units that fail one of these in practice.
- Size the inverter against the loads you need to run simultaneously, not against the total wattage of every appliance in the building — a 5 kW inverter comfortably runs a fridge, fans, lights and a couple of ACs, but not all of them plus a water pump starting at the same time.
- Keep the panel array between roughly 1.0 and 1.3 times the inverter's rating. Slight oversizing (a higher DC-to-AC ratio) captures more energy on cloudy mornings and winter days; going far beyond it wastes generation through clipping.
- Check the surge rating if you run motors — deep-well pumps, compressors and older air conditioners can draw two to three times their running current for a few seconds at start-up.
- Choose a hybrid inverter if a battery is in your plan now or later; retrofitting storage onto a pure grid-tie inverter usually means buying a second unit or an AC-coupled battery system.
Where buyers lose money
- Buying on peak-watt price alone. A cheap inverter with a narrow MPPT window forces awkward string layouts and can strand a portion of the array.
- Ignoring the ambient temperature rating. Inverters derate in heat, so a unit rated 5 kW at 25 °C may deliver noticeably less on a hot roof-adjacent wall at 45 °C.
- Assuming any grid-tie inverter keeps the lights on during an outage. Standard on-grid units shut down for safety unless they have a dedicated backup or islanding output.
Price and availability
Knox Xenon 12kW PV18000 IP65 Hybrid Solar Inverter is listed at ₨ 520,000 (PKR). Solar pricing moves with supply, import duties and exchange rates, and distributors set their own margins, so treat this as a comparison reference and confirm the current figure before you order.
SolarBazaar compares equipment rather than selling it. Shortlist here on specification and price, then buy from an authorised distributor or installer in your country: warranty cover on solar hardware is normally honoured through the channel you bought from, so confirm who supports Knox locally before ordering.
Knox Xenon 12kW PV18000 IP65 Hybrid Solar Inverter — frequently asked questions
How much does Knox Xenon 12kW PV18000 IP65 Hybrid Solar Inverter cost?
Knox Xenon 12kW PV18000 IP65 Hybrid Solar Inverter is listed at ₨ 520,000 (PKR). The figure is indicative — solar prices move with supply, duties and exchange rates, and each distributor sets its own margin — so confirm the current price with a supplier before ordering.
What are the specifications of Knox Xenon 12kW PV18000 IP65 Hybrid Solar Inverter?
We hold 10 published specifications for this inverter, including battery voltage 48V DC, efficiency Up to 96%, transfer time 10ms (PCs), 20ms (Home appliances), MPPT voltage range 350V – 950V DC and surge power Up to 24,000VA. The full table is on this page, listed under model KNOX-85.
Who makes Knox Xenon 12kW PV18000 IP65 Hybrid Solar Inverter?
Knox Xenon 12kW PV18000 IP65 Hybrid Solar Inverter is a Knox product, listed under inverters with model reference KNOX-85. The Knox brand page lists the rest of its range so you can compare across the catalogue.
Is Knox Xenon 12kW PV18000 IP65 Hybrid Solar Inverter right for my system?
That depends on what it has to connect to. For an inverter, check maximum PV input and the number of MPPT trackers, which set how many panel strings you can connect, the MPPT voltage window, which decides how many panels go in a string and peak and weighted (European/CEC) efficiency, typically 96–98.5% against the rest of your equipment before price enters the decision. Confirm the inverter is approved by your local utility or distribution network before you buy if you intend to export power — grid connection depends on certified anti-islanding and local grid-code compliance, not on the inverter's specifications alone.
Where can I buy Knox Xenon 12kW PV18000 IP65 Hybrid Solar Inverter?
SolarBazaar lists and compares equipment rather than selling it. Use the specifications and price here to shortlist, then buy through an authorised distributor or installer — buying in-channel is what keeps the manufacturer's warranty valid.
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