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Southwest Photovoltaic (PV) Systems, Inc.
212 East Main, Tomball, Texas 77375 • Ph: 281.351.0031 • Fax: 281.351.8356

The result of new ideas and technologies, the Trace SW Series II delivers sine wave power without compromise. Now sine wave output with high efficiency, high surge ability and low idle current draw is available. More than just the finest inverter, with three microprocessors and bi-directional power topology, it has features and capabilities that previously were non-existent or available only as separate products.

 

Off Grid: Widely used throughout the world as a primary source of AC electricity, the SW offers sine wave,utility grade output power, high capacity battery charger, high surge current ability (inrush current), and easy installation.

Grid Tie: Using the Xantrex Grid Tie Interface (GTI), the SW converts energy from multiple renewable energy sources, such as solar, wind, and microhydro, into AC power, selling power you don't use back to the utility. Software/hardware revision 4.2 or higher is required to connect the SW4024, SW4048, or SW5548 to the GTI.

Backup Power: When the utility fails, the SW Series instantly supplies AC power to critical loads.When utility power returns, it can automatically recharge your batteries in preparation for the next power interruption.

Features

  • Utility grade,sine wave power.
  • Durable construction for long life under extreme environmental conditions.
  • Backed by a two year warranty with an optional three year, extended warranty available.
  • 4000 or 5500 watt continuous output models.
  • Three-stage battery charging (bulk, absorption, and float) with remote temperature sensor for increased performance.
  • Programmable control module with LCD display and LED indicators.
  • Low idle current (less than 1 watt) conserves energy when no loads are present.
  • Soft start capability for starting heavy loads.
  • Built in starting control circuits for two and three wire generator staring systems.


Expandable & Flexible

  • Series stacking capability for 120/240 VAC operation (optional equipment is required).
  • Parallel stacking capability for greater output at the same voltage (optional equipment is required).
  • Three phase configurations available in a Power Module system for industrial quality power in remote locations (optional equipment is required and only available on 48 volt models). Three phase configurations are not recommended for utility interactive operation.
Specifications SW4024 SW4048 SW5548
AC Input Voltage 120 VAC 120 VAC 120 VAC
AC Input Voltage Range

All modes except sell mode

80-149 VAC 80-149 VAC 80-149 VAC

Sell Mode

106-132 VAC 106-132 VAC 106-132 VAC
AC Input Current* 60 amps AC pass thru / 30 amps AC charging 60 amps AC pass thru / 30 amps AC charging 60 amps AC pass thru / 35 amps AC charging
Continuous Power (@ 25° C) 4000 VA 4000 VA 5500 VA
Efficiency (peak) 94% 95% 96%
Output Voltage (RMS) 120 VAC 120 VAC 120 VAC
Output Voltage Regulation +/- 5% +/- 5% +/- 5%
Frequency (Nominal +/- 0.04% Crystal Controlled) 60 Hz 60 Hz 60 Hz
Continuous Output (@ 25° C) 33 amps AC 33 amps AC 46 amps AC
Surge Capability

5 Sec Rating (resistive)

8000 watts 8800 watts 9500 watts

1 mSec

110 amps AC 110 amps AC 110 amps AC

100 mSec

78 amps AC
78 amps AC 78 amps AC
Automatic Transfer Relay 60 amps 60 amps 60 amps
DC Input Voltage (Nominal) 24 VDC 48 VDC 48 VDC
DC Input Voltage Range 22-33 VDC 44-66 VDC 44-66 VDC
DC Current at Rated Power 200 amps DC 100 amps DC 140 amps DC
Short Circuit Current 800 amps DC 400 amps DC 400 amps DC
Idle Consumption (Typical at Full Voltage) < 16 watts < 16 watts < 20 watts
Search Mode Consumption < 1 watt < 1 watt < 1 watt
Low Battery Protection (Enabled) Adjustable low batery cut out and cut in - variable time Adjustable low batery cut out and cut in - variable time Adjustable low batery cut out and cut in - variable time
Maximum Charge Rate (Adjustable) 120 amps DC 60 amps DC 70 amps DC
Total Harmonic Distortion < 5% < 5% < 5%
Mechanical Specifications
Specified Temperature Range

Specified (will meet specified tolerances)

32° F to 77° F
(0° C to 25° C)
32° F to 77° F
(0° C to 25° C)
32° F to 77° F
(0° C to 25° C)

Allowed (may not meet specified tolerances)

-40° F to 140° F
(-40° C to 60° C)
-40° F to 140° F
(-40° C to 60° C)
-40° F to 140° F
(-40° C to 60° C)
Non-Operating -67° F to 284° F
(-55° C to 140° C)
-67° F to 284° F
(-55° C to 140° C)
-67° F to 284° F
(-55° C to 140° C)
Enclosure Type Indoor, ventilated, steel chassis with powdercoat finish Indoor, ventilated, steel chassis with powdercoat finish Indoor, ventilated, steel chassis with powdercoat finish
Unit Weight 105 lb (48kg) 105 lb (48kg) 136 lb (63kg)
Shipping 111 lb (50kg) 111 lb (50kg) 143 lb (65kg)
Inverter Dimensions 15"H x 22.5"W x 9"D
(38cm H x 57cm W x 23cm D)
15"H x 22.5"W x 9"D
(38cm H x 57cm W x 23cm D)
15"H x 22.5"W x 9"D
(38cm H x 57cm W x 23cm D)
Shipping Dimensions 20"H x 27"W x 15"D
(52cm H x 69cm W x 40cm D)
20"H x 27"W x 15"D
(52cm H x 69cm W x 40cm D)
20"H x 27"W x 15"D
(52cm H x 69cm W x 40cm D)
Mounting Wall Mount Wall Mount Wall Mount
Altitude

Operating

15,000' (4,572 m) 15,000' (4,572 m) 15,000' (4,572 m)

Non-Operating

50,000' (15,240 m) 50,000' (15,240 m) 50,000' (15,240 m)
Features and Options
Forced Air Cooling Standard variable speed brushless DC Fans
Three-stage charging Standard three-stage (bulk, absorption, and float)
Control Panel Standard built-in, two line, backlit, alphanumeric LCD with 8 LED status indicators
Auto Generator Control System Standard automatic generator control system for two and three wire start generators
Auxiliary Relays Standard three user adjustable voltage controlled signal relays for control of loads or charging sources
Battery Temperature Sensor BTS - standard remote battery temperature sensor for increased battery performance
Remote Control SWRC - optional remote control and status indicator
Stacking Interface SWI - optional for series stacking of two identical SW units for 120/240 VAC output / SWI/PAR - optional for paralleling two identical SW units for twice the power output at 120 VAC/60 Hz
Conduit Box SWCB - optional side mount conduit box for code-compliant DC wiring connections
Common Specifications
Waveform Sinewave, 34 to 52 steps per cycle
Load Sensing (Inverter Mode) Adjustable 0 to over 200 watts (48 watts default)

* Required for full pass thru and full charging.

Specifications subject to change without notice.

   
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