Enphase IQ8M
Official manufacturer NA verified Sept. 2, 2026
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Identity
| brand | Enphase |
| category | inverters |
| generation | IQ8 |
| manufacturer | Enphase Energy |
| market_version | US/Canada, 240 V split-phase |
| model | IQ8M |
| product_family | IQ8 Series Microinverters |
| product_status | active |
| region | NA |
| sku | IQ8M-72-2-US (IQ Connector) / IQ8M-72-M-US (MC4) |
Electrical
| ac_coupling_support | True |
| backup_eps_output_support | True |
| battery_support | False |
| battery_type | N/A (IQ Battery is a separate AC-coupled product managed via IQ Gateway, not DC-connected to the microinverter) |
| battery_voltage_class | N/A |
| battery_voltage_max_v | N/A |
| battery_voltage_min_v | N/A |
| communication_can | False |
| communication_ethernet | UNKNOWN (handled at IQ Gateway level) |
| communication_rs485 | False |
| communication_wifi | UNKNOWN (handled at IQ Gateway level) |
| ct_support | UNKNOWN |
| generator_input_support | UNKNOWN |
| grid_certifications | ['CA Rule 21 (UL 1741-SA)', 'IEEE 1547:2018 (UL 1741-SB 3rd Ed.)', 'UL 62109-1', 'FCC Part 15 Class B'] |
| grid_export_control | UNKNOWN |
| home_assistant_integration | UNKNOWN |
| max_ac_power_kw | 0.33 |
| max_battery_charge_current_a | N/A |
| max_battery_charge_power_kw | N/A |
| max_battery_discharge_current_a | N/A |
| max_dc_voltage_v | 60 |
| max_input_current_per_mppt_a | 12 |
| max_pv_input_power_w | UNKNOWN |
| max_short_circuit_current_per_mppt_a | 20 |
| modbus_rtu | UNKNOWN |
| modbus_tcp | UNKNOWN |
| mppt_max_voltage_v | 45 |
| mppt_min_voltage_v | 30 |
| num_mppt | 1 |
| officially_supported_battery_brands | ['Enphase IQ Battery (proprietary ecosystem only)'] |
| phase_type | single-phase |
| pv_inputs_per_mppt | 1 |
| rated_ac_power_kw | 0.325 |
| smart_meter_support | UNKNOWN |
| startup_voltage_v |
22 (min start voltage; max start voltage 58)
DATA SHEET - IQ8M and IQ8A Microinverters (IQ8M-72-2-US) — INPUT DATA (DC), 'Min. / Max. start voltage 22 / 58 V'
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| sunspec_support | UNKNOWN |
| topology | grid-tie microinverter (grid-forming with IQ Battery + IQ System Controller 2) |
Physical / mechanical
| depth_mm | 30.2 |
| enclosure_material | Class II double-insulated, corrosion-resistant polymeric enclosure |
| height_mm | 212 |
| mounting_type | ['rooftop'] |
| torque_specs |
6 mm (1/4 in) mounting hardware 5 N.m (45-50 in-lb); 8 mm (5/16 in) mounting hardware 9 N.m (80-85 in-lb)
Installation and Operation Manual - Enphase IQ8, IQ8+, IQ8M, IQ8A, IQ8H — installation manual p.17
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| weight_kg | 1.08 |
| width_mm | 175 |
Installation
| clearance_bottom_mm |
19
Installation and Operation Manual - Enphase IQ8, IQ8+, IQ8M, IQ8A, IQ8H — installation manual p.17
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| clearance_top_mm | 13 |
| direct_sunlight_restriction | must be mounted under the PV module, protected from direct rain and sun |
| indoor_outdoor | outdoor, wet-location approved (NEMA 250 type 6) |
| mounting_orientation | horizontal (bracket side up) or vertical, always under the PV module |
| orientation_forbidden | ['upside down'] |
Environment
| cooling_method | natural convection - no fans |
| nema_rating | NEMA 250, type 6 |
| operating_temperature_c | -40 to +60 |
Interfaces & connectors
| ac_terminal_type | Enphase IQ Connector on IQ Cable (12 AWG) |
| powerline_communication | proprietary PLC to IQ Gateway |
| protocol_notes | Monitoring, grid profile and firmware are handled by the IQ Gateway; no port on the microinverter. |
| pv_connector_type | Enphase DC connector + Q-DCC-2 MC4 adapter (IQ8M-72-2-US) or integrated Staubli MC4 (IQ8M-72-M-US) |
Controls & display
| display_type | none |
| leds | flashing green = normal + gateway comms; flashing orange = grid OK, no gateway comms; flashing red = grid absent/out of spec; solid red = DC Resistance Low, Power Off |
Protection
| anti_islanding | yes (IEEE 1547:2018 / UL 1741-SB) |
| overvoltage_category | DC port: overvoltage class II |
| protection_class | Class II double-insulated |
Certifications
| emc | ['FCC Part 15 Class B', 'ICES-0003 Class B'] |
| grid_codes | ['CA Rule 21 (UL 1741-SA)', 'IEEE 1547:2018 (UL 1741-SB 3rd Ed.)'] |
| safety | ['UL 62109-1', 'CAN/CSA-C22.2 NO. 107.1-01'] |
Warranty & service
| standard_years | up to 25 (limited warranty per datasheet wording) |
Documents
datasheet
DATA SHEET - IQ8M and IQ8A Microinverters (IQ8M-72-2-US)
rev IQ8MA-12A-DS-0069-03-EN-US-2022-12-27
datasheet
DATA SHEET - IQ8M/IQ8A with integrated MC4 connectors (IQ8M-72-M-US)
rev DSH-00205-5.0-EN-2025-08-22
installation-manual
Installation and Operation Manual - Enphase IQ8, IQ8+, IQ8M, IQ8A, IQ8H