Inverters

SMA Sunny Tripower CORE1

£ 4,799.84GBP · price may vary

Model: STP-50-41
Specifications: 13

Power Rating50000W
MPPT Trackers6
PhasesThree phase
ConnectivityWi-Fi, Ethernet
ConnectionSunclix (solar), Connector (AC)
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Overview

The SMA Sunny Tripower CORE1 50kW 3-phase inverter is the world’s first free-standing string inverter for decentralised rooftop, ground-mount and covered parking PV systems. The ground-breaking design can vastly reduce installation time, minimise balance of system component costs and offers flexibility to suit a huge range of applications. 50kW, scalable for MW systems 3 phase 6 independent MPP trackers Over-dimensioning of a PV array of up to 150% is possible 12 direct string inputs Integrated DC isolator Optional AC and DC over-voltage protection OptiCool™ active cooling system Integrated Wi-Fi Powerful PV system monitoring and control functions, SunSpec ModBus® compatibility and optional 24/7 remote monitoring Warranty: Five years

Specifications

Power Rating	50000W
MPPT Trackers	6
Phases	Three phase
Connectivity	Wi-Fi, Ethernet
Connection	Sunclix (solar), Connector (AC)
Height	733
Width	569
Depth	621
Weight (kg)	98
Warranty	5
Certification	G99
IP Rating	IP65
On Grid / Off Grid	On Grid, Off Grid*

What these specifications mean

SMA Sunny Tripower CORE1 is listed with 13 published specifications from SMA, including power rating of 50000W, MPPT trackers of 6, phases of Three phase and connectivity of Wi-Fi, Ethernet. 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 peak and weighted (European/CEC) efficiency, typically 96–98.5%, topology — on-grid, off-grid, hybrid or micro, continuous AC output in kW, which caps the load you can run at once and surge or peak rating, which covers the brief inrush of motors and compressors. 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.

Choosing an inverter: the checks that matter

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 in United Kingdom

SMA Sunny Tripower CORE1 is listed at £ 4,800 (GBP) for United Kingdom. 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 United Kingdom: warranty cover on solar hardware is normally honoured through the channel you bought from, so confirm who supports SMA locally before ordering.

SMA Sunny Tripower CORE1 — frequently asked questions

How much does SMA Sunny Tripower CORE1 cost?

SMA Sunny Tripower CORE1 is listed at £ 4,800 (GBP) for United Kingdom. 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 SMA Sunny Tripower CORE1?

We hold 13 published specifications for this inverter, including power rating 50000W, MPPT trackers 6, phases Three phase, connectivity Wi-Fi, Ethernet and connection Sunclix (solar), Connector (AC). The full table is on this page, listed under model STP-50-41.

Who makes SMA Sunny Tripower CORE1?

SMA Sunny Tripower CORE1 is a SMA product, listed under inverters with model reference STP-50-41. The SMA brand page lists the rest of its range so you can compare across the catalogue.

Is SMA Sunny Tripower CORE1 right for my system?

That depends on what it has to connect to. For an inverter, check 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 and maximum PV input and the number of MPPT trackers, which set how many panel strings you can connect against the rest of your equipment before price enters the decision. 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 can I buy SMA Sunny Tripower CORE1 in United Kingdom?

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 in United Kingdom — buying in-channel is what keeps the manufacturer's warranty valid.

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