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Sunny Tripower X

Sunny Tripower X is a three-phase commercial PV-inverter range covering 12 to 25 kW models and newer 50 and 60 kW X 60 models.

Specifications

SpecificationValue
Typestring
Supply phasesthree
Rated AC power (kW)12, 15, 20 or 25 for STP xx-50; 50 or 60 for STP xx-80
MPPT count3 on 12 to 25 kW models; 5 on X 60
Maximum input current (A)40 per MPPT on X 60
Battery compatibleno
Warranty (years)5 standard for X 60; paid extensions available
X60 string inputs10
X60 maximum DC AC ratio %150

Sunny Tripower X is SMA’s three-phase commercial string-inverter family. The name now covers two materially different schedules: STP 12-50 to STP 25-50 and the larger STP 50-80 and STP 60-80 sold as Sunny Tripower X 60. The full type code is essential.

X 12 to X 25

STP 12-50, STP 15-50, STP 20-50 and STP 25-50 provide 12, 15, 20 and 25 kW respectively. Each has three independent MPPTs. These are PV-only inverters with no direct battery input.

System management and solar conversion are separate functions. System-management capability does not create a direct battery connection or make the inverter hybrid.

X 60 range

STP 50-80 and STP 60-80 provide 50 and 60 kW. They have five MPPTs with two string inputs per tracker, 40 A maximum usable current per tracker and a DC-to-AC ratio up to 150%.

SMA announced UK ordering for X 60 in October 2025. Its standard warranty is five years, with paid extensions available.

Design and connection

The 12–25 kW and X 60 schedules have different input arrangements and ratings. A generic “Tripower X” description is therefore incomplete; the full STP code identifies the applicable schedule.

Brand

SMA

Reference type

Solar inverter model

Last reviewed

31 Jul 2026

Current status

Current in the manufacturer's UK range.