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SMA SB5.0-1AV-41 (Sunny Boy 5.0)

Official manufacturer EU verified Sept. 1, 2026

Identity

brand SMA
category inverters
ean UNKNOWN
generation AV-41 (with SMA Smart Connected)
manufacturer SMA Solar Technology AG
market_version EU / international en datasheet SB30-60-DS-en-61 (an AU variant SB30-60-DS-AU-61 also exists on files.sma.de)
model SB5.0-1AV-41 (Sunny Boy 5.0)
mpn SB5.0-1AV-41
product_family SMA Sunny Boy AV-41
product_revision -41
product_status active
region EU
release_year UNKNOWN
sku UNKNOWN

Electrical

ac_coupling_support n/a (grid-tie PV inverter)
backup_eps_output_support False
battery_support False
battery_type n/a
battery_voltage_class n/a
battery_voltage_max_v n/a
battery_voltage_min_v n/a
communication_can UNKNOWN
communication_ethernet True
communication_rs485 True
communication_wifi yes (depending on availability)
ct_support UNKNOWN
generator_input_support False
grid_certifications ['AS 4777.2', 'C10/11', 'CE', 'CEI 0-21', 'Dansk Energi DK1/2', 'DEWA', 'DIN EN 62109 / IEC 62109', 'EN 50438', 'EN 50549-1', 'G98/1', 'G99/1', 'IEC 61727', 'IEC 62116', 'IE-EN50438', 'NBR 16149', 'NEN-EN50438', 'NRS 097-2-1', 'NT_Ley20.571', 'OEVE/OENORM E 8001-4-712 & TOR Erzeuger Typ A', 'PPC', 'PPDS', 'RD1699', 'RfG compliant', 'SI 4777', 'UTE C15-712', 'VDE 0126-1-1', 'VDE-AR-N 4105', 'VFR 2014']
grid_export_control UNKNOWN
home_assistant_integration UNKNOWN
max_ac_power_kw 5
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 600
SUNNY BOY 3.0 / 3.6 / 4.0 / 5.0 / 6.0 with SMA SMART CONNECTED - Datasheet — Input (DC), 'Max. input voltage' = '600 V'
max_input_current_per_mppt_a 15 (input A) / 15 (input B) - per MPP input
SUNNY BOY 3.0 / 3.6 / 4.0 / 5.0 / 6.0 with SMA SMART CONNECTED - Datasheet — Input (DC), 'Max. usable input current input A / input B' = '15 A / 15 A'
max_pv_input_power_w 7500
max_short_circuit_current_per_mppt_a 20 (input A) / 20 (input B)
SUNNY BOY 3.0 / 3.6 / 4.0 / 5.0 / 6.0 with SMA SMART CONNECTED - Datasheet — Input (DC), 'Max. DC short-circuit current input A / input B' = '20 A / 20 A'
modbus_rtu UNKNOWN
modbus_tcp True
mppt_max_voltage_v 500
mppt_min_voltage_v 175
num_mppt 2
officially_supported_battery_brands []
phase_type single-phase
pv_inputs_per_mppt 2 strings per MPP input (A: 2; B: 2)
rated_ac_power_kw 5
smart_meter_support UNKNOWN
startup_voltage_v 125
sunspec_support True
topology grid-tie

Physical / mechanical

bracket_dimensions_mm UNKNOWN
cable_entry_positions UNKNOWN
cable_gland_sizes UNKNOWN
depth_mm 176
enclosure_material UNKNOWN
height_mm 470
housing_color UNKNOWN
mounting_bolt_size 3 screws suitable for the support surface and the weight of the inverter, diameter minimum 6 mm, with 3 washers of minimum 18 mm outer diameter; the inverter is secured to the wall mounting bracket with a pan head screw M5x12
mounting_hole_diameter_mm centre keyhole diameter 9 mm; the other anchor points are 9 x 18 mm slots
mounting_hole_spacing_mm 311 +/- 0.5 horizontally between the two outer anchor points (product width 435 mm); vertically: upper anchor line 172 mm below the top and 298 mm above the bottom of the 470 mm-high product, with intermediate dimensions 30, 90, 120 +/- 0.5 and 150 +/- 0.5 mm
SUNNY BOY 3.0-6.0 (AV-41) - Operating/installation manual, chapter 'Requirements for Mounting' (HTML) — Requirements for Mounting > Dimensions for mounting, 'Position of the anchoring points (Dimensions in mm)' drawing (read from the rendered drawing in the browser)
mounting_type ['wall', 'pole']
screw_sizes M5x12 pan head (TX25) securing screw; wall screws minimum 6 mm diameter
shipping_weight_kg UNKNOWN
terminal_locations UNKNOWN
torque_specs securing screw to the wall mounting bracket: TX25, torque 2.5 N.m
SUNNY BOY 3.0-6.0 (AV-41) - Manual chapter 'Mounting the product' (HTML) — Mounting the product - 'pan head screw (M5x12)', 'TX25, torque: 2.5 Nm'
weight_kg 17.5
width_mm 435
SUNNY BOY 3.0 / 3.6 / 4.0 / 5.0 / 6.0 with SMA SMART CONNECTED - Datasheet — General data, 'Dimensions (W / H / D)' = '435 mm / 470 mm / 176 mm'

Installation

altitude_derating_note UNKNOWN
clearance_bottom_mm 430
clearance_front_mm 100
clearance_left_mm 210 to a wall or object; 270 between two inverters mounted side by side
clearance_right_mm 210 to a wall or object; 270 between two inverters mounted side by side
clearance_top_mm 450
SUNNY BOY 3.0-6.0 (AV-41) - Operating/installation manual, chapter 'Requirements for Mounting' (HTML) — Requirements for Mounting > Recommended clearances (Dimensions in mm) drawing
cooling_airflow_requirements maintain the recommended clearances to walls as well as to other inverters or objects so that adequate heat dissipation is ensured
direct_sunlight_restriction The installation site must not be exposed to direct solar irradiation. If the product is exposed to direct solar irradiation, the exterior plastic parts might age prematurely and overheating might occur. When becoming too hot, the product reduces its power output to avoid overheating.
indoor_outdoor indoor and outdoor (IP65)
installation_humidity_range UNKNOWN
installation_temperature_range_c to ensure optimum operation, the ambient temperature should be between -25 C and +40 C
max_installation_altitude_m UNKNOWN
minimum_wall_thickness_mm UNKNOWN
mounting_orientation vertical wall (or post) mounting in a permitted position only, so that no moisture can penetrate the product; mount so that the LED signals can be read off without difficulty
orientation_allowed ['vertical on a wall or post']
orientation_forbidden ['any position other than the single permitted vertical position shown in the manual (tilted, horizontal, connection area upwards, face up, face down)']
special_restrictions Do not mount the product in areas containing highly flammable materials or gases, or in potentially explosive atmospheres. The mounting location must be inaccessible to children. The installation site should be freely and safely accessible at all times without auxiliary equipment. The DC load-break switch must always be freely accessible.
surface_requirements A solid support surface must be available (e.g., concrete or masonry). When mounted on drywall or similar materials, the product emits audible vibrations during operation which could be perceived as annoying. The installation site must be suitable for the weight and dimensions of the product.
two_person_lift_required UNKNOWN
ventilation_requirements If multiple products are mounted in areas with high ambient temperatures, increase the clearances between the products and ensure sufficient fresh-air supply.

Environment

cooling_method convection (fanless)
corrosion_class UNKNOWN
fan_replaceable n/a (convection cooled)
ik_rating UNKNOWN
ip_rating IP65
max_altitude_m UNKNOWN
nema_rating UNKNOWN
noise_level_db 25 dB(A) typical
operating_temperature_c -25 to +60
pollution_degree UNKNOWN
relative_humidity max. permissible relative humidity 100%
salt_mist_resistance UNKNOWN
storage_temperature_c UNKNOWN
uv_resistance UNKNOWN

Interfaces & connectors

ac_terminal_type AC connector
analog_inputs UNKNOWN
auxiliary_power_output UNKNOWN
backup_eps_terminal n/a
battery_terminal_type n/a
bluetooth UNKNOWN
can UNKNOWN
cellular UNKNOWN
cloud_api Webconnect (Sunny Portal); SMA Smart Connected service
digital_inputs UNKNOWN
dry_contacts UNKNOWN
ethernet Ethernet (standard equipment)
generator_start_contact n/a
generator_terminal n/a
local_api UNKNOWN
modbus_rtu UNKNOWN
modbus_tcp Modbus (SMA, SunSpec)
mqtt UNKNOWN
ocpp UNKNOWN
programmable_relay UNKNOWN
protocol_notes Communication protocols listed: Modbus (SMA, SunSpec), Webconnect, SMA Data.
pv_connector_type SUNCLIX
rapid_shutdown_interface UNKNOWN
relay_outputs UNKNOWN
rs232 UNKNOWN
rs485 RS485 (listed in the datasheet interface row)
smart_load_output UNKNOWN
sunspec yes (SunSpec Modbus profile)
usb UNKNOWN
wifi WLAN (depending on availability)
zigbee UNKNOWN

Controls & display

audible_alarm UNKNOWN
buttons UNKNOWN
display_type none (LED signals)
leds LED signals (must be readable from the mounting position)
local_display False
mobile_app UNKNOWN
remote_display_option UNKNOWN
status_indicators LED
touchscreen False
web_interface yes (integrated user interface)

Protection

afci UNKNOWN
anti_islanding yes (IEC 62116 and the listed grid codes)
ground_fault_protection UNKNOWN
insulation_monitoring UNKNOWN
integrated_breakers_fuses UNKNOWN
integrated_dc_switch yes (the manual requires the DC load-break switch to remain freely accessible)
over_current UNKNOWN
over_temperature the product reduces its power output to avoid overheating
over_voltage UNKNOWN
overvoltage_category III
protection_class I
residual_current_monitoring UNKNOWN
reverse_polarity UNKNOWN
short_circuit UNKNOWN
surge_protection UNKNOWN
under_voltage UNKNOWN

Certifications

emc ['UNKNOWN']
grid_codes ['AS 4777.2', 'C10/11', 'CEI 0-21', 'Dansk Energi DK1/2', 'DEWA', 'EN 50438', 'EN 50549-1', 'G98/1', 'G99/1', 'IEC 61727', 'IEC 62116', 'IE-EN50438', 'NBR 16149', 'NEN-EN50438', 'NRS 097-2-1', 'NT_Ley20.571', 'OEVE/OENORM E 8001-4-712 & TOR Erzeuger Typ A', 'PPC', 'PPDS', 'RD1699', 'RfG compliant', 'SI 4777', 'UTE C15-712', 'VDE 0126-1-1', 'VDE-AR-N 4105', 'VFR 2014']
other []
regional ['CE']
safety ['DIN EN 62109', 'IEC 62109']

Warranty & service

conditions Datasheet warranty row: '5 / 10 years' (10-year option).
cycle_life n/a
design_life_years UNKNOWN
extended_options_years [10]
fan_replaceable n/a (convection cooled)
field_replaceable_parts []
fuse_replaceable UNKNOWN
service_intervals UNKNOWN
standard_years 5

Packaging & logistics

gross_weight_kg UNKNOWN
package_depth_mm UNKNOWN
package_height_mm UNKNOWN
package_width_mm UNKNOWN
transport_restrictions UNKNOWN
units_per_pallet UNKNOWN

Documents

datasheet SUNNY BOY 3.0 / 3.6 / 4.0 / 5.0 / 6.0 with SMA SMART CONNECTED - Datasheet rev SB30-60-DS-en-61, status 10/2023
datasheet {# Located but never retrieved: listed, but deliberately not linked, and it backs no stored value. #} SUNNY BOY 3.0 / 4.0 / 5.0 / 6.0 - Datasheet, AU revision — located, not retrieved rev SB30-60-DS-AU-61
installation-manual SUNNY BOY 3.0-6.0 (AV-41) - Manual chapter 'Mounting the product' (HTML) rev UNKNOWN
installation-manual SUNNY BOY 3.0-6.0 (AV-41) - Operating/installation manual, chapter 'Requirements for Mounting' (HTML) rev UNKNOWN

Additional documented parameters

Recorded verbatim from the source; no schema field exists for these yet.

Max. efficiency / European Efficiency97.0% / 96.5%
Min. input voltage / initial input voltage100 V / 125 V
Rated / Max. output current22 A / 22.8 A
Rated input voltage365 V
Rated voltage / range220 V, 230 V, 240 V / 180 V to 280 V
Recommended ambient temperature for optimum operation-25 C to +40 C
Self-consumption (at night)5.0 W

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