Schneider Conext XW+ series (230 V) Manual


By Erik Zaikin
3 min read


Conext XW+ Hybrid Inverter/Charger

One Solution for Global Power Needs


Designed for Reliability

  • Extensive quality and reliability testing
  • Highly accelerated life testing
  • Proven global field performance

Flexibility

  • Supports single or three-phase off-grid systems (7.0 kW to 76.5 kW at 25°C for 30 minutes)
  • Compatible with DC-coupled and AC-coupled off-grid and grid-tie architectures
  • Capable of charging lithium-ion battery packs

Easy to Service

  • Monitor, troubleshoot, or upgrade firmware via Conext™ Gateway

Easy to Install

  • Quick system configuration into a compact, wall-mounted setup
  • Dual AC inputs for grid and generator integration
  • Integrates with battery banks, solar charge controllers, and generators
  • System commissioning via PC software and Conext™ Gateway

Product Applications

  • Self-consumption
  • Residential grid-tie solar with backup power
  • Off-grid solar systems
  • Backup power solutions
  • Community electrification

Product Overview

Conext™ XW+ is a flexible, scalable inverter/charger system designed for grid-tie and off-grid applications. It features dual AC inputs and integrates seamlessly with solar charge controllers, monitoring systems, and generator controls. The system can scale from a single inverter to clusters up to 76.5 kW. It’s ideal for residential and commercial solar installations.


Technical Specifications

Inverter AC Output (Standalone)

Parameter XW+ 7048 E XW+ 8548 E
Output Power (25°C, Continuous) 5500 W 6800 W
Overload (30 min/60 sec at 25°C) 7000 W/9500 W 8500 W/12000 W
Output Power (40°C, Continuous) 4500 W 6000 W
Max Output Current (60 sec) 40 A 53 A
Output Frequency (Selectable) 50/60 Hz 50/60 Hz
Output Voltage 230 Vac 230 Vac
Total Harmonic Distortion < 5% < 5%
Idle Consumption (Search Mode) < 7 W < 7 W

DC Input Specifications

Parameter XW+ 7048 E XW+ 8548 E
DC Voltage Range 40 to 64 V (48 V nom.) 40 to 64 V (48 V nom.)
Max Input DC Current 150 A 180 A

Charger DC Output

Parameter XW+ 7048 E XW+ 8548 E
Max Output Charge Current 110 A 140 A
Output Charge Voltage Range 40 – 64 V (48 V nom.) 40 – 64 V (48 V nom.)
Battery Types Supported Flooded, Gel, AGM, Lithium ion, Custom Same
Battery Bank Range 440 to 10,000 Ah 440 to 10,000 Ah

AC Input Specifications

Parameter XW+ 7048 E XW+ 8548 E
AC1 (Grid) Input Current (Selectable) 3 – 60 A (56 A default) 3 – 60 A (56 A default)
AC2 (Generator) Input Current (Selectable) 3 – 60 A (56 A default) 3 – 60 A (56 A default)
Automatic Transfer Relay Rating 60 A / 8 ms 60 A / 8 ms
AC Input Voltage Nominal 230 V +/- 3% 230 V +/- 3%

AC Grid-Tie Output

Parameter XW+ 7048 E XW+ 8548 E
Max Grid Sell on AC1 4.5 kVA 6.0 kVA
Grid Sell Current Range on AC1 0 to 20 A 0 to 27 A
Grid Sell Voltage Range on AC1 205 to 262 Vrms 205 to 262 Vrms
Grid Sell Frequency Range on AC1 48 to 51 Hz 48 to 51 Hz

Efficiency

  • Peak Efficiency: 95.8% (both models)

General Specifications

Parameter XW+ 7048 E XW+ 8548 E
Product Weight 53.5 kg (118.0 lb) 55.2 kg (121.7 lb)
Shipping Weight 75.0 kg (165.0 lb) 76.7 kg (169.0 lb)
Product Dimensions (H x W x D) 58 x 41 x 23 cm (23 x 16 x 9 in) Same
Shipping Dimensions (H x W x D) 71.1 x 57.2 x 39.4 cm (28.0 x 22.5 x 15.5 in) Same
IP Degree of Protection IP20 Same
Operating Air Temperature -25°C to 70°C Same

Features

  • Monitoring & Network Communications: Available
  • Intelligent Features: Grid sell, peak load shave, generator support, prioritized consumption of battery or external DC energy
  • Auxiliary Port: 0 to 12 V, max 250 mA DC output, selectable triggers
  • Off-grid AC Coupling: Frequency control

Regulatory Approvals

  • CE Marked, RCM Compliant, CEC Listed
  • Standards: AS 4777.2:2015, EN61000-6-1, EN61000-6-3, EN50178, IEC 62109-1, IEC 62109-2

Compatible Products

  • Conext XW+ Power Distribution Panel (865-1014-01)
  • Conext MPPT 60 150 (865-1030-1)
  • Conext MPPT 80 600 (865-1032)
  • Conext Gateway (865-0329)
  • Conext System Control Panel (865-1050)
  • Conext Automatic Generator Start (865-1060)
  • Conext Battery Monitor (865-1080-01)
  • Conext Battery Fuse Combiner Box (865-1031-01)
  • Conext Configuration Tool (865-1155-01)

Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.