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Growatt SPH 10000TL-HU-US

Hybrid inverter, dc-coupled hybrid (pv + battery). 2 models, 10 kW AC at 208 V / 240 V.

UL 1741 SBCEC listed · May 21, 2024
Model
  • Rated AC power10 kW
  • CEC weighted efficiency96.0%
  • Max DC input525 V
  • MPPT trackers3
  • Warranty5 years

Models & power ratings

CEC Grid Support Inverter List (Oct 7, 2026) · NLR SAM inverter library · 2 models
ModelNominal ACGrid voltageCEC continuousRated AC (SAM)CEC weighted eff.DC test windowCEC listedUL 1741 SB
SPH 10000TL-HU-US10 kW208 V9.77 kW9.77 kW97.0%165–450 VMay 21, 2024SB
SPH 10000TL-HU-US10 kW240 V9.93 kW9.93 kW96.0%165–450 VMay 21, 2024SB
Some models are also on the CEC Battery Inverter list — one product, two listings.

DC input (PV side)

Growatt datasheet · CEC Grid Support Inverter List (Oct 7, 2026) · NLR SAM inverter library

AC output (grid side)

Growatt datasheet · CEC Grid Support Inverter List (Oct 7, 2026)

Efficiency

CEC Grid Support Inverter List (Oct 7, 2026) · Growatt datasheet · NLR SAM inverter library
CEC weighted efficiency is measured by an accredited lab at six power levels and three DC voltages — the number to compare between inverters.

Grid & smart-inverter certification

CEC Grid Support Inverter List (Oct 7, 2026) · Growatt datasheet
UL 1741 SB is required for new interconnections in California (Rule 21) since 2026.

Backup power

Growatt datasheet

Safety & protection

Growatt datasheet

Monitoring & communication

Growatt datasheet

Size, weight & environment

Growatt datasheet

Warranty

Growatt datasheet

Panel compatibility & string sizing

Growatt datasheet · NLR PVWatts v8 · CEC PV Module List · Cali-Graf calculation
SPH 10000TL-HU-US: max DC 525 V · MPPT 150–450 V (datasheet)

Most-permitted panels in Southern California

PanelPowerVoc coldVmp hotPanels per stringInstalled together
Qcells Q.PEAK DUO BLK ML-G10.C+ 410410 W48.1 V30.6 V5–10—
Qcells Q.PEAK DUO BLK ML-G10+ 410410 W48.1 V30.6 V5–10—
LONGi LR5-54HABB-400M400 W39.3 V25.3 V6–13—
JA Solar JAM54S31-405/MR405 W39.4 V25.5 V6–13—
Hyundai Solutions HiN-T440NF(BK)440 W40.9 V27 V6–12—
Silfab Solar SIL-440QD440 W41.1 V28 V6–12—
Qcells Q.TRON BLK M-G2+ 430430 W41.3 V28 V6–12—
Qcells Q.TRON BLK M-G2.H+ 430430 W41.3 V28 V6–12—
REC Group REC460AA Pure-RX460 W68.8 V47.1 V4–7—
Elin (Sirius PV) ELNSM54M-HC-410410 W39.3 V25.3 V6–13—
Qcells Q.TRON BLK M-G2.C+ 430430 W41.3 V28 V6–12—
Tesla TSP-420420 W43.4 V27.7 V6–12—
Voltage check only, from CEC panel data and NLR weather for the city. Final design must follow the inverter manual and NEC 690.7.

Compare with similar 10 kW inverters

CEC Grid Support Inverter List (Oct 7, 2026) · building permits
InverterPowerCEC weighted eff.DC test windowUL 1741 SBLatest CECSoCal permits
Growatt SPH 10000TL-HU-US10 kW–10 kW96.0%165–450 VYes20240
SolarEdge SExxxxH-US3 kW–11.4 kW99.0%360–480 VYes20251,046
Delta Electronics Ex-TL-US3.33 kW–9.6 kW97.5%200–480 VYes202228
SolarEdge SExxxxxA-US3.8 kW–11.4 kW98.0%320–500 VNo202418
Growatt MIN xxxxTL-XH-US2.63 kW–11.4 kW98.0%125–480 VYes202115
Same type and grid voltage, power range covering this model; same fields from the same sources.

About Growatt

CEC Grid Support Inverter List (Oct 7, 2026)

Other series

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Questions & answers

How efficient is the Growatt SPH 10000TL-HU-US?

The California Energy Commission lists a weighted efficiency of 96.0–97.0% for Growatt SPH 10000TL-HU-US models, measured at six power levels and three DC voltages. The datasheet states a peak efficiency of 97.5%.

What sizes does the Growatt SPH 10000TL-HU-US come in?

The CEC list includes 2 models from 10 kW to 10 kW AC: SPH 10000TL-HU-US, SPH 10000TL-HU-US.

Is the Growatt SPH 10000TL-HU-US certified to UL 1741 SB?

Yes — the CEC Grid Support Inverter List shows UL 1741 SB for all models.

Can the Growatt SPH 10000TL-HU-US be used with a battery?

The CEC lists it as a dc-coupled hybrid (pv + battery).

What is the SPH 10000TL-HU-US’s DC input voltage range?

Max DC input voltage is 525 V per the datasheet. MPPT operating range 150–450 V. CEC tested it at 165–450 V DC.

What warranty does it have?

5 years standard (manufacturer datasheet).

Sources

  1. California Energy Commission — Grid Support Inverter List (solar and battery inverters), data as of Oct 7, 2026. Manufacturer-reported, confirmed by CEC against certificates and test reports.
  2. Growatt — manufacturer datasheet “SPH10000TL-HU-US · UPS function, 10ms transition”.
  3. NLR (formerly NREL) — System Advisor Model CEC inverter library (version 2026.7.3).
  4. NLR (formerly NREL) — PVWatts v8, NSRDB PSM v3 typical-year weather for Los Angeles, Palmdale, Riverside, Santa Clarita, Chula Vista, Huntington Beach.
  5. California Energy Commission — PV Module List (module electrical data for the compatibility check).
  6. Building permits — Southern California permit portals. Equipment matched from permit descriptions.
  7. Cali-Graf calculations — formulas and inputs are shown next to each calculated value (efficiency from area, temperature-corrected voltages, string sizing, energy estimates).