SMA: Made in Europe inverters and battery storage systems with advanced cybersecurity

SMA Solar offers a comprehensive range of photovoltaic inverters, battery storage systems and energy management solutions for residential, Commercial & Industrial (C&I) and utility-scale applications.

With over 45 years of experience in the photovoltaic industry, the German manufacturer stands out for its integrated technologies, commitment to European manufacturing and cybersecurity, and adoption of international standards to protect data and energy infrastructure.

The SMA portfolio includes single-phase and three-phase inverters, hybrid inverters, batteries, backup solutions and central inverters for large-scale installations. This integrated technology ecosystem is designed to optimise renewable energy generation, storage and consumption.

SMA Solar: European technology and cybersecurity

The increasing digitalisation of photovoltaic installations makes cybersecurity an essential requirement, particularly for industrial applications and grid-connected energy infrastructure.

SMA integrates secure communication features, data protection measures and firmware update capabilities into its systems, with a strong focus on safeguarding the entire energy ecosystem.

Key regulatory frameworks and standards include:

• ISO/IEC 27001: certification of the information security management system, which also covers the Sunny Portal monitoring platform.
• NIS2 Directive: European regulatory framework addressing cybersecurity across networks and critical infrastructure, including the energy sector.
• ETSI EN 303 645: cybersecurity standard for connected devices, referenced by SMA for specific inverter families.
• EN 18031-1: harmonised standard covering cybersecurity requirements for certain connected radio equipment.

SMA has achieved ISO/IEC 27001 certification, while products such as the Sunny Tripower X 60 declare compliance with specific security standards for connected devices.

The European manufacture of numerous SMA solutions is also an important consideration for installers, EPC contractors and businesses seeking European supply chains, high-quality components and long-term reliability.

SMA photovoltaic inverters for residential and C&I applications

SMA inverters cover a wide range of power ratings and system configurations, from domestic photovoltaic installations to commercial and industrial projects.

SMA inverter range	Power ratings	Applications
Sunny Boy 3–6	3–6 kW	Single-phase residential
Sunny Tripower 3–6	3–6 kW	Three-phase residential
Sunny Tripower 8–10	8–10 kW	Residential and small commercial
Sunny Tripower X 25	12–25 kW	Commercial and large residential
Sunny Tripower X 60	50–60 kW	Commercial and industrial
Sunny Tripower 125	125 kW	Large C&I installations
Sunny Highpower PEAK3	100–180 kW	Large commercial installations and solar power plants

Among the solutions designed for C&I applications, the Sunny Tripower X 60 integrates advanced energy management functions, monitoring via Sunny Portal powered by ennexOS, SMA ShadeFix for optimised energy generation and SMA ArcFix for electric arc detection.

The portfolio also includes the Sunny Tripower 125, identified as a model manufactured outside the European Union.

SMA hybrid inverters for photovoltaic and battery storage systems

SMA hybrid inverters combine photovoltaic energy conversion with compatible battery management, enabling higher self-consumption and allowing stored solar energy to be used when photovoltaic generation is insufficient.

The range includes:

SMA hybrid inverter	Power ratings	Applications
Sunny Boy Smart Energy	3.6–9.9 kW	Single-phase residential
Sunny Tripower Smart Energy	5–10 kW	Three-phase residential
Sunny Tripower Hybrid X	5–15 kW	Three-phase residential
Sunny Tripower Hybrid X	20–30 kW	Large residential properties and small businesses

The new Sunny Tripower Hybrid X inverters feature integrated energy management capabilities and support configurations with compatible batteries, providing greater flexibility when designing photovoltaic systems with battery storage.

SMA batteries for residential and commercial energy storage

SMA battery storage systems enable solar energy generated during the day to be stored and used in the evening, during periods of peak demand or according to predefined energy management strategies.

The range includes:

SMA Home Storage

A modular battery designed for residential applications, developed to integrate with compatible SMA hybrid inverters and increase household energy independence.

SMA Storage M

A high-voltage battery storage system for residential properties and small commercial businesses, offering modular capacities from 12.3 to 49.1 kWh per battery tower, depending on the configuration.

Compatible with Sunny Tripower Hybrid X and Sunny Boy Smart Energy in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications.

SMA Storage XL: battery storage for Commercial & Industrial applications

SMA Storage XL is an integrated solution for commercial energy storage projects, offering configurations with capacities ranging approximately from 89 to 197 kWh.

The system combines batteries, Sunny Tripower Storage X battery inverters and intelligent energy management, with monitoring via Sunny Portal powered by ennexOS.

This architecture supports several energy management strategies:

• increasing photovoltaic self-consumption;
• peak shaving and reduction of peak power demand;
• scheduled management of energy flows;
• optimisation of energy consumption according to business requirements;
• integration with compatible backup systems.

The solution is designed for businesses, installers and EPC contractors looking to integrate battery storage into new photovoltaic projects or existing installations.

SMA backup and off-grid solutions

SMA provides technologies designed to ensure continuity of electricity supply and enable the development of systems operating independently of the public grid.

For residential applications, SMA Backup solutions are available for selected hybrid inverters, including Sunny Boy Smart Energy and Sunny Tripower Hybrid X.

For more complex applications, the portfolio includes:

• Sunny Island 4.4M / 6.0H / 8.0H: battery inverters designed for energy storage systems and off-grid applications.
• Sunny Island X 30 / 50 kW: next-generation battery inverters for modular configurations and intelligent load management.
• Sunny Tripower Storage X: battery inverter for commercial AC-coupled energy storage architectures.

For Sunny Island X, SMA specifies that installation in Italy is currently permitted only in off-grid configurations.

Backup capabilities depend on the system configuration and the installation of the required switching and protection devices.

SMA central inverters for utility-scale photovoltaic installations

For large-scale solar power plants, SMA offers central inverters and integrated system solutions designed to manage high power capacities and connect with electrical grid infrastructure.

The main solutions include:

• Sunny Central UP: central inverters for large-scale photovoltaic installations, with versions ranging from 2,660 to 4,400 kW.
• MV Power Station: medium-voltage power conversion stations for large photovoltaic installations based on 1,500 V DC architectures.
• Sunny Central Storage UP: central inverters for large-scale battery energy storage systems.
• DC Coupling: system architectures designed to integrate photovoltaic generation and battery storage on the DC side.

These solutions support the development of utility-scale projects with demanding requirements for efficiency, energy management and grid integration.

SMA Solar: an integrated ecosystem for the energy transition

From residential photovoltaic installations to large industrial projects, SMA offers a comprehensive technology portfolio integrating solar power generation, battery storage, monitoring and intelligent energy management.

Its focus on cybersecurity, engineering quality and European manufacturing across selected product ranges is a key differentiator for energy professionals seeking reliable solutions designed to meet the evolving requirements of modern energy infrastructure.

VP Solar supports installers, designers and EPC contractors in selecting the most suitable SMA solutions for different photovoltaic installations and battery energy storage applications.