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Aptos Solar MAC-800

Microinverter. 4 models, 382 W–766 W AC at 208 V / 240 V.

UL 1741 SBCEC listed · Aug 22, 2022Rapid shutdown
Model
  • Rated AC power766 W
  • CEC weighted efficiency96.5%
  • Max DC input60 V
  • Warranty25 years

Models & power ratings

CEC Grid Support Inverter List (Oct 7, 2026) · NLR SAM inverter library · 4 models
ModelNominal ACGrid voltageCEC continuousRated AC (SAM)CEC weighted eff.DC test windowCEC listedUL 1741 SB
MAC-400382 W208 V387 W387 W96.5%38–48 VNov 1, 2023SB
MAC-400382 W240 V383 W383 W96.5%34–48 VAug 22, 2022SB
MAC-800766 W208 V767 W767 W96.5%34–48 VMay 1, 2023SB
MAC-800766 W240 V767 W767 W96.5%34–48 VAug 22, 2022SB

DC input (PV side)

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

AC output (grid side)

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

Efficiency

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

Safety & protection

Aptos Solar datasheet

Size, weight & environment

Aptos Solar datasheet

Panel compatibility & string sizing

Aptos Solar datasheet · NLR PVWatts v8 · CEC PV Module List · Cali-Graf calculation
MAC-800: max DC 60 V · MPPT 16–60 V (datasheet)

Most-permitted panels in Southern California

PanelPowerVoc cold / Vmp hotCheckDC/ACInstalled together
Qcells Q.PEAK DUO BLK ML-G10.C+ 410410 W48.1 / 30.6 V✓ Within range0.53—
Qcells Q.PEAK DUO BLK ML-G10+ 410410 W48.1 / 30.6 V✓ Within range0.53—
LONGi LR5-54HABB-400M400 W39.3 / 25.3 V✓ Within range0.52—
JA Solar JAM54S31-405/MR405 W39.4 / 25.5 V✓ Within range0.53—
Hyundai Solutions HiN-T440NF(BK)440 W40.9 / 27 V✓ Within range0.57—
Silfab Solar SIL-440QD440 W41.1 / 28 V✓ Within range0.57—
Qcells Q.TRON BLK M-G2+ 430430 W41.3 / 28 V✓ Within range0.56—
Qcells Q.TRON BLK M-G2.H+ 430430 W41.3 / 28 V✓ Within range0.56—
REC Group REC460AA Pure-RX460 W68.8 / 47.1 V✗ Cold Voc above max input0.6—
Elin (Sirius PV) ELNSM54M-HC-410410 W39.3 / 25.3 V✓ Within range0.53—
Qcells Q.TRON BLK M-G2.C+ 430430 W41.3 / 28 V✓ Within range0.56—
Tesla TSP-420420 W43.4 / 27.7 V✓ Within range0.55—
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 766 W inverters

CEC Grid Support Inverter List (Oct 7, 2026) · building permits
InverterPowerCEC weighted eff.DC test windowUL 1741 SBLatest CECSoCal permits
Aptos Solar MAC382 W–766 W96.5%34–48 VYes20230
Enphase Energy IQ8 Series240 W–633 W97.5%25–95 V44 of 4520251,104
Hoymiles HM-xxxNT295 W–1.44 kW96.5%29–48 V11 of 1220233
Power Center Dxxx-M2696 W–696 W96.5%33–48 VYes20222
FOXESS M1-1000-NA1 kW–1 kW95.5%35–50 VYes2026—
Same type and grid voltage, power range covering this model; same fields from the same sources.

About Aptos Solar

CEC Grid Support Inverter List (Oct 7, 2026)

Other series

MAC-xxxR

Documents

manufacturer documents

Questions & answers

How efficient is the Aptos Solar MAC?

The California Energy Commission lists a weighted efficiency of 96.5% for Aptos Solar MAC models, measured at six power levels and three DC voltages. The datasheet states a peak efficiency of 96.7%.

What sizes does the Aptos Solar MAC come in?

The CEC list includes 4 models from 382 W to 766 W AC: MAC-400, MAC-400, MAC-800, MAC-800.

Is the Aptos Solar MAC certified to UL 1741 SB?

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

What is the MAC-800’s DC input voltage range?

Max DC input voltage is 60 V per the datasheet. MPPT operating range 16–60 V. CEC tested it at 34–48 V DC.

What warranty does it have?

25 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. Aptos Solar — datasheet Built for Safety.
  3. Aptos Solar — datasheet Built for Safety.
  4. Aptos Solar — datasheet Built for Safety.
  5. Aptos Solar — document library on the manufacturer’s website (links above).
  6. NLR (formerly NREL) — System Advisor Model CEC inverter library (version 2026.7.3).
  7. NLR (formerly NREL) — PVWatts v8, NSRDB PSM v3 typical-year weather for Los Angeles, Palmdale, Riverside, Santa Clarita, Chula Vista, Huntington Beach.
  8. California Energy Commission — PV Module List (module electrical data for the compatibility check).
  9. Building permits — Southern California permit portals. Equipment matched from permit descriptions.
  10. Cali-Graf calculations — formulas and inputs are shown next to each calculated value (efficiency from area, temperature-corrected voltages, string sizing, energy estimates).