en.Wedoany.com Reported - APsystems has launched the third-generation dual-module microinverter EZ1-LV, designed specifically for the DIY and balcony solar segments of the U.S. residential solar market. It aims to simplify the deployment of decentralized small-scale solar systems, enabling plug-and-play grid connection without complex hardwiring.
The EZ1-LV is primarily intended for applications such as balconies, gardens, garages, and carports. Users can select a 5-meter, 16 AWG AC extension cord with a standard 120V plug to connect directly to a standard household wall outlet, thereby reducing installation time and lowering the barriers to solar adoption for tenants and homeowners. The manufacturer notes that this system is not suitable for standard rooftop solar arrays.
This dual-channel microinverter has a maximum continuous output power of 900 VA and can connect two photovoltaic modules simultaneously. To accommodate modern high-power, large-format solar cells, each input channel supports a maximum input current of 18 A (with a 25 A short-circuit current capability) and features independent MPPT functionality, with an operating voltage range of 27 V to 45 V. The recommended photovoltaic module power rating for this system ranges from 315 Wp to over 660 Wp. The device features a Type 6 enclosure, is cooled by natural convection, and has an operating ambient temperature tolerance of -40°F to +149°F (-40°C to +65°C), with a weight of 9.3 lbs (4.2 kg).
APsystems integrates local and cloud communication functions into the hardware architecture. Users can establish a direct local connection via Bluetooth on a smartphone to view real-time power generation metrics. Remote monitoring functionality is achieved through built-in Wi-Fi, connecting the microinverter directly to the local internet router to transmit data to the cloud server. System behavior and power generation tracking are managed through the APsystems AP EasyPower application, which supports simultaneous monitoring of up to four devices, with a maximum of two EZ1-LV units connected in a single branch.
This microinverter complies with relevant U.S. and Canadian standards, is CSA C/US certified, and meets distributed energy resource standards such as UL 1741, UL 1741SB, and IEEE 1547. The inverter integrates safety protection relays, satisfying the DC arc-fault circuit protection requirements of NEC 2014 through NEC 2023 Section 690.11 and the rapid shutdown requirements of Section 690.12. The product utilizes a high-frequency isolation transformer and operates within the standard 120V rated grid frequency framework (60 Hz). APsystems offers a 12-year standard warranty for the EZ1-LV.
