SolarEdge power optimizer S500-1D-M4M-RM, MC4, 2.3m

The SolarEdge S500 power optimiser is a module designed for residential installations, aimed at maximising energy production from each photovoltaic module and minimising losses due to module non-uniformity and partial shading. The device works with SolarEdge inverters and offers high operational efficiency and safety features at the module level.

Manufacturer: SolarEdge Technologies, Ltd. SolarEdge specialises in optimisation and monitoring solutions for photovoltaic systems. The products offered, including the S series power optimisers, are designed to work with SolarEdge inverters and comply with international standards for electromagnetic compatibility and safety (including FCC, IEC62109-1, UL1741). Technical documentation and compliance declarations are provided by the manufacturer.

Electrical and Technical Parameters

• Model: S500
• Rated Input DC Power: 500 W
• Absolute Maximum Input Voltage (Voc): 125 Vdc
• MPPT Operating Range: 12.5 – 105 Vdc
• Maximum Short-Circuit Current (Isc): 15 Adc
• Maximum Efficiency: 99.5 %
• Weighted Efficiency: 98.6 %
• Maximum Output Current: 15 Adc
• Maximum Output Voltage: 60 Vdc (for S440 stated 60, in the table for S500 recommended output according to S500 data)
• Safe Optimiser Voltage in Standby Mode: 1 ± 0.1 Vdc

Mechanical Parameters

• Maximum Allowable System Voltage: 1000 Vdc
• Dimensions (W x L x H): 129 x 155 x 30 mm
• Weight (including wires): 655 g
• Connectors: MC4 input, MC4 output
• Input Wire Length: 0.1 m
• Output Wire Length (+): 2.3 m; (-): 0.10 m
• Operating Temperature Range: -40 to +85 °C (for ambient temperatures above +70 °C, power derating applies)
• Protection Class: IP68
• Relative Humidity: 0 – 100 %