Schneider Conext™ XW Pro 8.5 kW Hybrid Inverter/Charger Manual

Conext™ XW Pro 8.5 kW Hybrid Inverter/Charger

For EMEA / APAC (Part Number: 865-8548-55)

Backup Power and Off-Grid Performance

• High Overload Capacity: 1.75x rating for reliable operation of backup and off-grid loads
• Seamless Transition: Integrated high-speed transfer switch ensures smooth transfer to backup power
• Dual Input Ports: Supports both grid and generator inputs
• Proven Quality and Reliability: Field-tested, robust product

Flexible

• 230V Output: Supports single-phase and 3-phase stacking, up to 76.5 kW
• System Integration: Compatible with Conext™ MPPT Charge Controllers and grid-tied PV inverters for both DC-coupled and AC-coupled systems
• Battery Compatibility: Integrates with lithium-ion batteries
• Suitable for Grid-Tied & Off-Grid Systems

Easy to Install

• Quick Configuration: Use Conext Gateway and Conext Insight 2 for setup
• Backup Loads: AC Out port dedicated to backup power
• Scalable Systems: Full ecosystem of accessories for single-unit or scalable system designs

Smart Energy Management

• Optimized Consumption: Helps manage energy use for time-of-use rates or demand charges
• Self-Consumption: Enables the use of solar energy for self-consumption

Remote Monitoring & Control

• Compatible with Conext Gateway & Insight 2:
  • Remote monitoring and control with advanced security
  • Web and mobile apps
  • Multi-site management, ideal for installers

Technical Specifications

Inverter AC Output (Standalone)

• Continuous Output Power (25°C): 6800 W
• Overload (30 min/60 sec at 25°C): 8500 W / 12000 W
• Continuous Output Power (40°C): 6000 W
• Max Output Current (60 sec): 53 A
• Output Frequency: 50/60 Hz
• Output Voltage: 230 V +/- 3%
• AC Output Frequency: 50.0 +/- 0.1 Hz
• Total Harmonic Distortion: < 5%
• Idle Consumption (Search Mode): < 7 W

DC Input Specifications

• DC Voltage Range: 40 – 64 V (48 V nominal)
• Max Input DC Current: 180 A

Charger DC Output

• Max Output Charge Current: 140 A
• Output Charge Voltage Range: 40 – 64 V (48 V nominal)
• Charge Control: Three stage, two stage, boost, external BMS, custom
• Charge Temperature Compensation: Battery temperature sensor included
• Power Factor Corrected Charging: 0.98
• Compatible Battery Types: Flooded, Gel, AGM, Lithium-ion, custom

AC Input Specifications

• AC 1 (Grid) Input Current: 3 – 60 A (56 A default)
• AC 2 (Generator) Input Current: 3 – 60 A (56 A default)
• Transfer Relay Rating / Transfer Time: 60 A / 8 ms
• AC Input Voltage Range: 165 – 280 V
• AC Input Frequency Range (Bypass/Charge Mode): 45 – 55 Hz (default), 40 – 68 Hz (allowable)

AC Grid-Tie Output

• Grid Sell Current (Selectable): 0 – 27 A
• Grid Sell Power: 6000 W

Efficiency

• Peak Efficiency: 95.0%

General Specifications

Key Features

• Intelligent Energy Management: Grid sell, peak load shaving, generator support, solar self-consumption
• Auxiliary Port: 0 to 12 V, max 250 mA DC output with selectable triggers
• Off-Grid AC Coupling: Frequency shifting

Regulatory Approvals

• Safety: IEC/EN 62109-1/-2
• EMC Directive: IEC/EN61000-6-1, IEC/EN61000-6-3, IEC/EN61000-3-12
• Interconnect: IEC/EN 61727, IEC/EN 62116

Compatible Products

• Power Distribution Panels: XW PDP (865-1014-01)
• MPPT Charge Controllers:
  • MPPT 80 600 (865-1032)
  • MPPT 60 150 (865-1030-1)
• Monitoring & Configuration:
  • Conext Gateway (865-0329)
  • Insight 2
• Accessories:
  • System Control Panel (865-1050)
  • Automatic Generator Start (865-1060)
  • Battery Monitor (865-1080-01)
  • Battery Fuse Combiner Box (865-1031-01)