SUNNY BOY 1200

SUNNY BOY 1200

Proven technology for secure investments

Universally applicable: the Sunny Boy inverter 1200 are used in the most diverse AC grids thanks to their galvanic isolation. In addition, the devices are suitable for simple grounding of the PV array. Their integrated ESS DC switch-disconnector makes installation simpler while also reducing installation costs. Equipped with the OptiTrac MPP-tracking process, it will always find the best working point, even under dynamic weather conditions, and reliably converts solar energy into solar yield.

Reliable

  • Integrated ESS DC switch-disconnector
  • Galvanic isolation

Versatile

  • For indoor and outdoor installation
  • Suitable for PV array grounding

Reliable

  • Proven technology
  • Maintenance free, thanks to convection cooling

Simple

  • SUNCLIX DC plug-in system
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Input (DC)
Max. DC power (@ cos φ=1) 1320 W
Max. input voltage 400 V
MPP voltage range / rated input voltage 100 V – 320 V / 120 V
Min. input voltage / initial input voltage 100 V / 120 V
Max. input current 12.6 A
Max. input current per string 12.6 A
Number of independent MPP inputs / strings per MPP input 1 / 2
Output (AC)
Rated output power (@ 230 V, 50 Hz) 1200 W
Max. apparent AC power 1200 VA
Nominal AC voltage / range 220 V, 230 V, 240 V / 180 V – 265 V
AC power frequency / range 50 Hz, 60 Hz / -4.5 Hz ... +4.5 Hz
Rated power frequency / rated power voltage 50 Hz / 230 V
Max. output current 6.1 A
Power factor at rated power 1
Adjustable displacement factor
Feed-in phases / connection phases 1 / 1
Efficiency
Max. efficiency / European efficiency 92.1 % / 90.9 %
Protective devices
Input-side disconnection device yes
Ground-fault monitoring / grid monitoring yes / yes
DC surge arrester Type II, can be integrated
DC reverse-polarity protection / AC short-circuit current capability / galvanically isolated yes / yes / yes
All-pole sensitive residual current monitoring unit
Protection class (according to IEC 62103) / overvoltage category (according to IEC 60664-1) I / III
General data
Dimensions (W / H / D) 440 / 339 / 214 mm
(17.3 / 13.3 / 8.4 inch)
Weight 23 kg / 50.6 lb
Operating temperature range -25 °C ... +60 °C / -13 °F ... +140 °F
Noise emission (typical) 41 dB(A)
Internal consumption (night) 0.1 W
Topology LF transformer
Cooling concept Convection
Degree of protection (according to IEC 60529) IP65
Degree of protection of connection area (according to IEC 60529) IP65
Climatic category (according to IEC 60721-3-4) 4K4H
Maximum permissible value for relative humidity (non-condensing) 100 %
Features
DC terminal SUNCLIX
AC terminal Connector
Display Text line
Interface: RS485 / Bluetooth opt. / opt.
Warranty: 5 / 10 / 15 / 20 / 25 years yes / opt. / opt. / opt. / opt.
Multi-function relay
Certificates and approvals (more available on request) CE, VDE0126-1-1, DK 5940 ED2.2, G83/1-1, RD 1663/2000, RD 661/2007, PPC, AS4777, EN 50438*, PPDS, IEC 61727, UTE C15-712-1, C10/11
Footnotes
* Does not apply to all national deviations of EN 50438
** Only applies to IT option
Data at nominal conditions
Type designation SB 1200

RS485 Piggy-Back

Plant monitoring and communication with Piggy-Back

The RS485 wiring for plant monitoring and communication allows functional lengths of up to 1200 meters. The Sunny WebBox collects all the data and informs you about the status of the PV plant. With Piggy-Back the data transmission is reliable even in interference-prone areas. Subsequent expansions are possible without problem thanks to the modular design principle.

Bluetooth interface Piggy-Back

Grounding set "positive"

When using thin-film or rear-side contact PV modules, it may be necessary to ground the positive or negative connection of the PV array. Our grounding set offers you the perfect solution for this.

The grounding set provides you with the following advantages:

  • The set is available for both the positive and also negative grounding.
  • Internal grounding saves time by making it unnecessary to change external generator cabling.
  • The grounding is fused by an internal thermal fuse and therefore provides additional safety (fire protection).
  • The grounding sets can be seamlessly integrated into the inverter. This completely preserves the insulation monitoring. This important safety feature of SMA devices can identify possible insulation faults within the generator.

 

Your module manufacturer can provide you with up-to-date information on the necessity and type of grounding.

Grounding set "negative"

When using thin-film or rear-side contact PV modules, it may be necessary to ground the positive or negative connection of the PV array. Our grounding set offers you the perfect solution for this.

The grounding set provides you with the following advantages:

  • The set is available for both the positive and also negative grounding.
  • Internal grounding saves time by making it unnecessary to change external generator cabling.
  • The grounding is fused by an internal thermal fuse and therefore provides additional safety (fire protection).
  • The grounding sets can be seamlessly integrated into the inverter. This completely preserves the insulation monitoring. This important safety feature of SMA devices can identify possible insulation faults within the generator.

 

Your module manufacturer can provide you with up-to-date information on the necessity and type of grounding.

Language

User Manual

SUNNY BOY 1200/1700 - User Manual SB12_17-BEN105020.pdf
  • Type: PDF
  • Language: English (Worldwide)
  • Number: SB12_17-BEN105020
  • Version: 2.0

Data sheet

SUNNY BOY 1200 / 1700 / 2500 / 3000 - Proven technology for secure investments SB1200_3000-DEN110712W.pdf
  • Type: PDF
  • Language: English (Worldwide)
  • Number: SB1200_3000-DEN110712
  • Version: 1.2

Promotion Material

SUNNY BOY - String inverter SBPOSTER-AEN100430.pdf
  • Type: PDF
  • Language: English (Worldwide)
  • Number: SBPOSTER-AEN100430
  • Version: 3.0
SMA SYSTEM SOLUTIONS for the VDEcode of practice and the German Renewable Energy Act (EEG 2012) · As of December 2012 SYSTEMPOSTER-AEN125018.pdf
  • Type: PDF
  • Language: English (Worldwide)
  • Number: SYSTEMPOSTER-AEN125018
  • Version: 1.8

Technical Description

Installation Guide

ESHV-P-NR / ESHV-N-NR - Installation Guide (DE, EN, FR, ES, IT, GR, CZ, PT, NL) ESHV-IXX103013.pdf
  • Type: PDF
  • Language: International
  • Number: ESHV-IXX103013
  • Version: 1.3
SUNNY BOY 1200 / 1700 - Installation Guide SB12-17-IA-en-52.pdf
  • Type: PDF
  • Language: English (Worldwide)
  • Number: SB12-17-IA-en-52
  • Version: 5.2

Catalog

SMA WARRANTY CONCEPT - MEDIUM POWER SOLUTIONS GARANTIE-KEN121811_W.pdf
  • Type: PDF
  • Language: English (Worldwide)
  • Number: GARANTIE-KEN121811
  • Version: 1.1
SMA SERVICE - Medium Power Solutions SERVICEMPS-KEN121912_W.pdf
  • Type: PDF
  • Language: English (Worldwide)
  • Number: SERVICEMPS-KEN121912
  • Version: 1.2

Certificate

Gleichheitsbescheinigung - SUNNY BOY/WINDY BOY GHB_SBWB-ZEXX112612.pdf
  • Type: PDF
  • Language: International
  • Number: GHB_SBWB-ZEXX112612
  • Version: 1.2
Certificate of Compliance - Power Generation Unit SB-SMC-STP-WB-ZE-EZ-VDE-en-18.pdf
  • Type: PDF
  • Language: English (Worldwide)
  • Number: SB-SMC-STP-WB-ZE-EZ-VDE-en-18
  • Version: 1.8
Declaration of conformity - Product family - SUNNY BOY 1100 / 1200 / 1700 (for Thailand, MEA) EK_MEA-SB11-12-17_ZEN100311.pdf
  • Type: PDF
  • Language: English (Worldwide)
  • Number: EK_MEA-SB11-12-17_ZEN100311
  • Version: 1.1
Clean Report of Findings for Switch-Disconnector (ESS Electronic Solar Switch) - Valid for SUNNY BOY/SUNNY MINI CENTRAL SB-SMC-ZE-BGESS12012-en-10.pdf
  • Type: PDF
  • Language: English (Worldwide)
  • Number: SB-SMC-ZE-BGESS12012-en-10
  • Version: 1.0
Factory inspection Certificate - For Italian Market Fic-ZE-en-11.pdf
  • Type: PDF
  • Language: English (Worldwide)
  • Number: Fic-ZE-en-11
  • Version: 1.1
Test Results SUNNY BOY Testresults_SB-ZEN111611.pdf
  • Type: PDF
  • Language: English (Worldwide)
  • Number: Testresults_SB-ZEN111611
  • Version: 1.1
Manufacturer's Declaration - Minimum Clearances to Neighbouring Devices/Inverters SB-SMC-STP-ZE-HK-Derating-en-10.pdf
  • Type: PDF
  • Language: English (Worldwide)
  • Number: SB-SMC-STP-ZE-HK-Derating-en-10
  • Version: 1.0
Manufacturer‘s Declaration on Code of Practice UTE C 15-712-1 in France - SUNNY BOY/SUNNY MINI CENTRAL/SUNNY TRIPOWER SB-SMC-STP-WB-ZE-UTE-en-13.pdf
  • Type: PDF
  • Language: English (Worldwide)
  • Number: SB-SMC-STP-WB-ZE-UTE-en-13
  • Version: 1.3
APPLICATION FOR SMA GRID GUARD-CODE GRIDGUARD-ZEN131412W.pdf
  • Type: PDF
  • Language: English (Worldwide)
  • Number: GRIDGUARD-ZEN131512
  • Version: 1.2
Declaration of conformity - Product family - SUNNY BOY 1100 / 1200 / 1700 (for Thailand, PEA) EK_PEA-SB11-12-17_ZEN100311.pdf
  • Type: PDF
  • Language: English (Worldwide)
  • Number: EK_PEA-SB11-12-17_ZEN100311
  • Version: 1.1

Technical information

PV Inverters - Use and Settings of PV Inverters for Off-grid and Backup Systems SB-OffGrid-TI-en-32.pdf
  • Type: PDF
  • Language: English (Worldwide)
  • Number: SB-OffGrid-TI-en-32
  • Version: 3.2
PID - The Problem and How to Solve It - Module Regeneration with the PV Offset Box PID-PVOBox-TI-en-10.pdf
  • Type: PDF
  • Language: English (Worldwide)
  • Number: PID-PVOBox-TI-en-10
  • Version: 1.0
Potential Induced Degradation (PID) - SUNNY BOY/SUNNY MINI CENTRAL/SUNNY TRIPOWER PID-TI-UEN113410.pdf
  • Type: PDF
  • Language: English (Worldwide)
  • Number: PID-TI-UEN113410
  • Version: 1.0
Retrofitting PV plants with equipment for limiting the active power for SUNNY BOY, SUNNY MINI CENTRAL, SUNNY TRIPOWER NR_PowerRed-UEN104311.pdf
  • Type: PDF
  • Language: English (Worldwide)
  • Number: NR_PowerRed-UEN104311
  • Version: 1.1
Mounting on wooden grounding - Installation restrictions for mounting Sunny Boys and Sunny Mini Centrals to wood HolzUnt-UEN082610.pdf
  • Type: PDF
  • Language: English (Worldwide)
  • Number: HolzUnt-UEN082610
  • Version: 1.0
Temperature Derating for SUNNY BOY, SUNNY MINI CENTRAL, SUNNY TRIPOWER TempDerating-UEN103910.pdf
  • Type: PDF
  • Language: English (Worldwide)
  • Number: TempDerating-UEN103910
  • Version: 1.0
Grid Connection - Influence of the grid conditions in terms of connected power of PV inverters Netzanschluss-UEN083010.pdf
  • Type: PDF
  • Language: English (Worldwide)
  • Number: Netzanschluss-UEN083010
  • Version: 1.0
Measurement accuracy - Energy values and efficiency for PV Inverter Sunny Boy and Sunny Mini Central Messgenau-UEN092520.pdf
  • Type: PDF
  • Language: English (Worldwide)
  • Number: Messgenau-UEN092520
  • Version: 2.0

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