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Hoymiles HYS-7.6LV-USG1

Hybrid inverter, dc-coupled hybrid (pv + battery). 6 models, 3.8 kW–11.5 kW AC at 240 V.

UL 1741 SBCEC listed · Feb 1, 2024Rapid shutdown
Model
  • Rated AC power7.68 kW
  • CEC weighted efficiency97.0%
  • Max DC input550 V
  • MPPT trackers2

Models & power ratings

CEC Grid Support Inverter List (Oct 7, 2026) · NLR SAM inverter library · 6 models
ModelNominal ACGrid voltageCEC continuousRated AC (SAM)CEC weighted eff.DC test windowCEC listedUL 1741 SB
HYS-3.8LV-USG13.8 kW240 V3.8 kW3.8 kW97.0%300–480 VFeb 1, 2024SB
HYS-4.8LV-USG14.8 kW240 V4.79 kW4.79 kW97.0%300–480 VFeb 1, 2024SB
HYS-6.0LV-USG16 kW240 V6 kW6 kW97.0%300–480 VFeb 1, 2024SB
HYS-7.6LV-USG17.6 kW240 V7.71 kW7.71 kW97.0%300–480 VFeb 1, 2024SB
HYS-9.6LV-USG19.6 kW240 V9.64 kW9.64 kW97.0%300–480 VFeb 1, 2024SB
HYS-11.5LV-USG111.5 kW240 V11.6 kW11.6 kW97.0%300–480 VFeb 1, 2024SB
Some models are also on the CEC Battery Inverter list — one product, two listings.

DC input (PV side)

Hoymiles datasheets · CEC Grid Support Inverter List (Oct 7, 2026) · Cali-Graf calculation

AC output (grid side)

Hoymiles datasheets · CEC Grid Support Inverter List (Oct 7, 2026)

Efficiency

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

Backup power

Hoymiles datasheets

Safety & protection

Hoymiles datasheet

Monitoring & communication

Hoymiles datasheet

Size, weight & environment

Hoymiles datasheet

Panel compatibility & string sizing

Hoymiles datasheet · NLR PVWatts v8 · CEC PV Module List · Cali-Graf calculation
HYS-7.6LV-USG1: max DC 550 V · MPPT 125–500 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 V5–11—
Qcells Q.PEAK DUO BLK ML-G10+ 410410 W48.1 V30.6 V5–11—
LONGi LR5-54HABB-400M400 W39.3 V25.3 V5–13—
JA Solar JAM54S31-405/MR405 W39.4 V25.5 V5–13—
Hyundai Solutions HiN-T440NF(BK)440 W40.9 V27 V5–13—
Silfab Solar SIL-440QD440 W41.1 V28 V5–13—
Qcells Q.TRON BLK M-G2+ 430430 W41.3 V28 V5–13—
Qcells Q.TRON BLK M-G2.H+ 430430 W41.3 V28 V5–13—
REC Group REC460AA Pure-RX460 W68.8 V47.1 V3–7—
Elin (Sirius PV) ELNSM54M-HC-410410 W39.3 V25.3 V5–13—
Qcells Q.TRON BLK M-G2.C+ 430430 W41.3 V28 V5–13—
Tesla TSP-420420 W43.4 V27.7 V5–12—
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 7.68 kW inverters

CEC Grid Support Inverter List (Oct 7, 2026) · building permits
InverterPowerCEC weighted eff.DC test windowUL 1741 SBLatest CECSoCal permits
Hoymiles HYS-x.xLV-USG13.8 kW–11.5 kW97.0%300–480 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
Qcells Q.VOLT Hx.xSX3.8 kW–7.6 kW97.5%175–500 VYes202325
SolarEdge SExxxxxA-US3.8 kW–11.4 kW98.0%320–500 VNo202418
Same type and grid voltage, power range covering this model; same fields from the same sources.

About Hoymiles

CEC Grid Support Inverter List (Oct 7, 2026)

Questions & answers

How efficient is the Hoymiles HYS-x.xLV-USG1?

The California Energy Commission lists a weighted efficiency of 97.0% for Hoymiles HYS-x.xLV-USG1 models, measured at six power levels and three DC voltages. The datasheet states a peak efficiency of 97.6%.

What sizes does the Hoymiles HYS-x.xLV-USG1 come in?

The CEC list includes 6 models from 3.8 kW to 11.5 kW AC: HYS-3.8LV-USG1, HYS-4.8LV-USG1, HYS-6.0LV-USG1, HYS-7.6LV-USG1, HYS-9.6LV-USG1, HYS-11.5LV-USG1.

Is the Hoymiles HYS-x.xLV-USG1 certified to UL 1741 SB?

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

Can the Hoymiles HYS-x.xLV-USG1 be used with a battery?

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

What is the HYS-7.6LV-USG1’s DC input voltage range?

Max DC input voltage is 550 V per the datasheet. MPPT operating range 125–500 V. CEC tested it at 300–480 V DC.

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. Hoymiles — manufacturer datasheet “Open Energy For All Single-phase Description”.
  3. Hoymiles — manufacturer datasheet “PRODUCT BROCHURE 2023 FOR NORTH AMERICA”.
  4. NLR (formerly NREL) — System Advisor Model CEC inverter library (version 2026.7.3).
  5. NLR (formerly NREL) — PVWatts v8, NSRDB PSM v3 typical-year weather for Los Angeles, Palmdale, Riverside, Santa Clarita, Chula Vista, Huntington Beach.
  6. California Energy Commission — PV Module List (module electrical data for the compatibility check).
  7. Building permits — Southern California permit portals. Equipment matched from permit descriptions.
  8. Cali-Graf calculations — formulas and inputs are shown next to each calculated value (efficiency from area, temperature-corrected voltages, string sizing, energy estimates).