Enphase IQ8HC Microinverter

Our newest IQ8 Series Microinverters are the industry’s first microgrid-forming*, software-defined microinverters with split-phase power conversion capability to convert DC power to AC power efficiently. The brain of the semiconductor-based microinverter is our proprietary application specific integrated circuit (ASIC) which enables the microinverter to operate in grid-tied or off-grid modes. This chip is built in advanced 55 nm technology with high-speed digital logic and has superfast response times to changing loads and grid events, alleviating constraints on battery sizing for home energy systems.

Part of the Enphase Energy System, IQ8 Series Microinverters integrate with the IQ Battery, IQ Gateway, and the Enphase App monitoring and analysis software.

IQ8 Series Microinverters redefine reliability standards with more than one million cumulative hours of power-on testing, enabling an industry-leading limited warranty of up to 25 years.

Connect PV modules quickly and easily to the IQ8 Series Microinverters that have integrated MC4 connectors.

IQ8 Series Microinverters are UL listed as PV rapid shutdown equipment and conform with various regulations when installed according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

*Only when installed with IQ System Controller 2, meets UL 1741.

Features

• Lightweight and compact with plug-and-play connectors
• Power line communication (PLC) between components
• Faster installation with simple two-wire cabling
• Produces power even when the grid is down*
• More than one million cumulative hours of testing
• Class II double-insulated enclosure
• Optimized for the latest high-powered PV modules
• Complies with the latest advanced grid support
• Remote automatic updates for the latest grid requirements
• Configurable to support a wide range of grid profiles
• Meets CA Rule 21 (UL 1741-SA) and IEEE 1547:2018 (UL 1741-SB)

*Only when installed with IQ System Controller 2, meets UL 1741.

Product Specifications

Enphase IQ8HC Microinverter Product Specifications

Length	212.00 mm
Width	175.00 mm
Height	30.20 mm
Weight	2.4 lbs

• Peak output power: 384 VA @240 Vac, 366 VA @208 Vac*
• Input power: 320 - 540 W
• Maximum continuous output power: 380 VA @240 Vac, 360 VA @208 Vac*
• Operating range: 18 – 58 V
• *IQ8HC @ 208 Vac operates only in single-phase and supports grid-tied mode only.

Product Manual

Enphase IQ8 Series Microinverters data sheet
Enphase IQ8HC Microinverter data sheet

Product Warranty

Enphase Product Warranty

Product FAQs

Enphase Product FAQs

Microinverters with MC4 Connectors and Product Numbers

The following table lists IQ Microinverters with adapter cables and their integrated MC4 connector counterparts.

IQ Microinverter with Adapter Cable (Q-DCC-2)	IQ Microinverter with Integrated MC4 Connector
IQ7-60-2-US	IQ7-60-M-US
IQ7PLUS-72-2-US	IQ7PLUS-72-M-US
IQ7A-72-2-US	IQ7A-72-M-US
IQ8-60-2-US	IQ8-60-M-US
IQ8PLUS-72-2-US	IQ8PLUS-72-M-US
IQ8M-72-2-US	IQ8M-72-M-US
IQ8A-72-2-US	IQ8A-72-M-US
IQ8H-240-72-2-US	IQ8H-240-72-M-US
IQ8H-208-72-2-US	IQ8H-208-72-M-US

Mixing and Matching Microinverters

Yes, you can mix and match microinverters with and without integrated MC4 connectors as long as they belong to the same product line. For instance, an IQ7+ with an integrated MC4 connector can be combined with an IQ7+ using a Q-DCC-2 adapter.

When submitting permits, use “-x” in place of “-2” or “-M,” and specify:

Example: “Model Number: IQ7-60-x-US, where x = 2 or M” or “IQ8PLUS-72-x-US, where x = 2 or M.”

Permitting Recommendations for the IQ8 Series

When submitting permits and plan sets for the IQ8 Series, include additional models with an "or" clause. Examples:

• IQ8M-72-x-US: Specify “IQ8M-72-x-US or IQ8MC-72-M-US.”
• IQ8A-72-x-US: Specify “IQ8A-72-x-US or IQ8AC-72-M-US.”
• IQ8H-240-72-x-US: Specify “IQ8H-240-72-x-US or IQ8HC-72-M-US.”
• IQ8H-208-72-x-US: Specify “IQ8H-208-72-x-US or IQ8HC-72-M-US.”

Specifications for IQ8MC, IQ8AC, and IQ8HC Microinverters

Click the SKUs below to access their data sheets:

• IQ8MC-72-M-US
• IQ8AC-72-M-US
• IQ8HC-72-M-US

These SKUs support:

• 240 V-split-phase (L-L), 180° grids in single-phase/split-phase
• 208 V-single-phase (L-L), 120° connection

Availability of IQ Battery 5P and System Controller 3/3G

These products will be available in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. However, they are not yet released in Canada, Mexico, or other U.S. territories. Additional release details will be announced soon. For more information, contact your local Enphase Sales representative.