DevicesPV hybrid and battery inverters
AlphaESS Inverters
AlphaESS is a leading global energy storage solution and service provider specializing in both residential and commercial applications. Their product range includes the SMILE and STORION series, offering reliable and efficient energy storage solutions.
Supported Devices
| Device Type | Variants | Modbus TCP (Ethernet) | RS485 | Curtailment | Key Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storion Series | Storion G1 H30 | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | • 30kW output power • Built-in energy management • Advanced monitoring capabilities |
| Storion G2 H30 | ✅ | • 30kW output power • Dual communication options • Enhanced grid support features | |||
| Storion G2 H50 | • 50kW output power • Dual communication options • Enhanced grid support features | ||||
| Storion G3 H30 | • 30kW output power • Dual communication options • Enhanced grid support features | ||||
| Storion G3 H50 | • 50kW output power • Dual communication options • Enhanced grid support features | ||||
| Storion TB125 | • 125kW output power • Dual communication options • Enhanced grid support features | ||||
| Smile Series | SMILE-5 | ⚠️ | ✅ | ❌ | • 5kW output power • Compact design • Residential optimization |
| SMILE-B3 | ❌ | • Battery storage focus • Enhanced backup capabilities • Smart home integration | |||
| SMILE-T10-HV | ✅ | • 10kW output power • Three-phase system • Advanced grid management | |||
| SMILE-G3-S3.6/S5/B5 | • 3.6/5kW output power • Single-phase system • Advanced grid management | ||||
| SMILE-G3-T4/T5/T6/T8/T10/T15/T20 | • 4/5/6/8/10/15/20kW output power • Three-phase system • Advanced grid management |
Warning
For Smile 5:
• SN starting with AL701XXXXXX → Modbus TCP supported.
• SN starting with AL200XXXXXX → Modbus RTU (RS485) only.
Communication Options
Ethernet (Modbus TCP)
All AlphaESS inverters support Modbus TCP communication through their ethernet port. This provides:
- Fast and reliable communication
- Easy integration with home networks
- Remote monitoring capabilities
RS485
Most models (except STORION-H30) support RS485 communication, offering:
- Reliable long-distance communication
- Multiple device daisy-chaining
- Industry-standard protocol support
Wiring
Ethernet Connection
For correct ethernet wiring, follow the guidelines for ethernet wiring.
RS485 Connection
For models supporting RS485:
RS485 Wiring
- For correct RS485 wiring: Follow the guidelines for RS485 wiring.
- If the wiring shown in the table below is incorrect, please let us know.
- There is no general consensus in the industry about the usage of A and B for the RS485 polarity, so it may be counterintuitive and opposite of what you might expect for some devices.
| Device | SmartgridOne Controller model OM1 | SmartgridOne Controller model IG8 | RS485-USB converter | RS485-Ethernet converter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RS485 A | RS485 A | RS485_POS | RS485 A | TX+ |
| RS485 B | RS485 B | RS485_NEG | RS485 B | TX- |
| GND | RS GND | GND | Not available | G |
- Use shielded twisted pair cable
- Maximum cable length: 1000m
- Maintain proper polarity (A to A, B to B)
Configuration
Network Setup
- Connect the inverter to your local network via ethernet cable
- Make sure your IP address is in the same subnet as the Controller
