Fronius Primo GEN24 Plus: Designed to Empower
The Fronius Primo GEN24 Plus is a hybrid inverter designed for maximum flexibility and convenience in photovoltaic systems. It enables self-generated energy production and offers advanced features for energy storage and backup power.
Key Product Strengths
- 01 Maximum Flexibility: Enables personal energy revolution and leverages solar energy advantages.
- 02 Backup Options for Every Need: Offers 'PV Point' or 'Full Backup' functions for guaranteed power supply during blackouts.
- 03 Simplicity of Installation: Features quick-release screws, spring-loaded terminals, and a well-designed wall mounting system for fast and secure installation.
- 04 Technical Support and Tools: Provides comprehensive, free solutions for system design, installation, and monitoring, enhancing customer satisfaction and reducing maintenance costs.
Fronius GEN24 Plus: The Heart of the Photovoltaic System
The Fronius GEN24 Plus inverter integrates seamlessly into photovoltaic systems, offering maximum flexibility and the benefits of solar energy. It is prepared for battery storage integration, backup system management, and other technologies for improved energy efficiency, such as modern air conditioning systems and electric vehicle charging.
Backup Options: 'PV Point' or 'Full Backup' (Full Backup available for Primo GEN24 3.0-6.0 Plus and Symo GEN24 6.0-10.0 Plus).
Proven Power and Efficiency
The Fronius GEN24 Plus guarantees high efficiency and maximum performance, even at elevated temperatures. The product data sheets detail efficiency curves and power derating across various models and operating conditions.
Efficiency Grade:
- Maximum Efficiency: Up to 97.6%
- European Efficiency (ηEU): Up to 97.1%
- MPP Tracker Efficiency: > 99.9%
Power Derating: Graphs illustrate power output reduction based on ambient temperature for different models and DC input voltages.
Technical Data
The following tables provide detailed technical specifications for the Fronius Primo GEN24 Plus inverters across various power ratings (3.0, 3.6, 4.0, 4.6, 5.0, 6.0 kW).
General Data
Feature | 3.0 | 3.6 | 4.0 | 4.6 | 5.0 | 6.0 |
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Dimensions (H x W x D) [mm] | 530 × 474 × 165 | |||||
Weight (Inverter/Packaging) [kg] | 15.4 / 19 | |||||
Degree of Protection | IP 66 | |||||
Protection Class | 1 | |||||
Night-time Power Loss [W] | < 10 | |||||
Surge Category (DC/AC) | 2/3 | |||||
Inverter Technology | Transformerless | |||||
Cooling | Active Cooling Technology (forced ventilation) | |||||
Mounting | Indoor and outdoor | |||||
Ambient Temperature Range [°C] | -40 to +60 | |||||
Permissible Air Humidity [%] | 0-100 | |||||
Sound Emission [dB(A)] | < 42 | |||||
Maximum Altitude [m] | 4,000 | |||||
DC Connection Type (PV side) | 4 pressure terminals DC+ and 4 pressure terminals DC- 2.5-10 mm² | |||||
AC Connection Type | 3-pole AC pressure terminal 2.5-10 mm²; 3-pole pressure terminal for backup option 1.5-10 mm²; For earthing: 2 screw terminals PE 2.5-16 mm² and 3 screw terminals PE 2.5-10 mm² | |||||
Certifications and Regulatory Compliance | IEC 62109, IEC 62909, AS/NZS 4777.2, CEI 0-21, ABNT BNR 16149 & 16150, IEC 62116, IEC 61727, G98/G99 | |||||
Backup Functions | PV Point or Full Backup | |||||
Country of Production | Austria | |||||
Life Cycle Analysis | According to ÖNORM EN ISO 14040 and 14044 (performed by Fraunhofer Institute) |
Input Data
Feature | 3.0 | 3.6 | 4.0 | 4.6 | 5.0 | 6.0 |
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Number of MPPTs | 2 | |||||
DC Input Voltage Range (Udc min - Udc max) [V] | 65-600 | |||||
Nominal Input Voltage (Udc,r) [V] | 400 | |||||
Startup Voltage (Udc start) [V] | 80 | |||||
MPPT Voltage Range [V] | 65-530 | 65-530 | 65-530 | 65-530 | 65-530 | 65-480 |
Max. Input Current (Idc max) [A] | 22 / 12 | 22 / 12 | 22 / 12 | 22 / 12 | 22 / 12 | 22 / 12 |
Max. Solar Module Short-Circuit Current (Isc pv)¹ [A] | 36 / 19 | 36 / 19 | 36 / 19 | 36 / 19 | 36 / 19 | 36 / 19 |
Number of DC Connections | 2 | |||||
Max. Usable DC Power [W] | 3110 | 3110 | 3810 | 4750 | 5170 | 6200 |
Max. PV Generator Power [Wpeak] | 3750 | 4500 | 4600 | 5750 | 6250 | 7500 |
Output Data
Feature | 3.0 | 3.6 | 4.0 | 4.6 | 5.0 | 6.0 |
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Nominal AC Output Power (Pac,r) [W] | 3000 | 3680 | 4000 | 4600 | 5000 | 6000 |
Apparent Power [VA] | 3000 | 3680 | 4000 | 4600 | 5000 | 6000 |
Max. Output Power [VA] | 3000 | 3680 | 4000 | 4600 | 5000 | 6000 |
Nominal AC Output Current (@220/230 V) [A] | 13.6 / 13 | 16.7 / 16 | 18.2 / 17.4 | 20.9 / 20 | 22.7 / 21.7 | 27.3 / 26.1 |
AC Connection Type (Uac,r) | 1~ NPE 220/230 (+20%/-30%) | |||||
Frequency Range (fmin - fmax) [Hz] | 50/60 (45-65) | |||||
Distortion Factor [%] | < 2 | |||||
Power Factor (cos φ,r) | 0.8 ind./cap. | |||||
Nominal PV Point Output Power [VA] | 3000 | 3000 | 3000 | 3000 | 3000 | 3000 |
PV Point Connection Type | 1~ NPE 220/230 | |||||
Trip Time [sec.] | < 20 | |||||
Nominal Full Backup Output Power [VA] | 3000 | 3600 | 4000 | 4600 | 5000 | 6000 |
Full Backup Connection Type | 1~ NPE 220/230 | |||||
Trip Time [sec.] | < 35 |
Battery Connection
Feature | 3.0 | 3.6 | 4.0 | 4.6 | 5.0 | 6.0 |
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Number of DC Connectors per Battery | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Max. Input Current (Idc max) [A] | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 |
DC Input Voltage Range Battery (Udc min - Udc max) [V] | 150-455 | 150-455 | 150-455 | 150-455 | 150-455 | 150-455 |
DC Connection Type Battery Side | 1 pressure terminal BATT+ and 1 pressure terminal BATT- 2.5-10 mm² | |||||
Max. DC Power Charge and Discharge⁴ [W] | 3110 | 3810 | 4140 | 4750 | 5170 | 6200 |
Max. AC Power Charge with Storage⁴ [W] | 3000 | 3680 | 4000 | 4600 | 5000 | 6000 |
Compatible Batteries⁵ | BYD Battery-Box Premium HVS/HVM & LG RESU FLEX® |
Protections
- DC Insulation Measurement: Integrated
- Overload Behavior: Work point shift, power limitation
- DC Disconnector: Integrated
- Reverse Polarity Protection: Integrated
Interfaces
- WLAN / 2 × Ethernet LAN
- 6 Digital Inputs
- 6 Digital I/Os
- Emergency Stop (WSD)
- Datalogger and Web Server
- 2 × RS485
Connectivity: Fronius Solar.web, Modbus TCP SunSpec, Fronius Solar API (JSON). Connection to centralized command signal receivers, Energy Management. Integrated. Modbus RTU SunSpec (for third-party products)/Fronius Smart Meter, battery, Fronius Ohmpilot.
Notes and Disclaimers
- ¹ Isc pv = Isc max ≥ Isc (STC) x 1.25 according to standards such as IEC 60364-7-712, NEC 2020, AS/NZS 5033:2021.
- ² Full Backup option is available for all sizes (3.0 to 6.0) of the Primo GEN24 Plus model. Full Backup requires additional external components for grid disconnection. Detailed information is available in the user manual.
- ³ AC power derating of the inverter occurs from a DC input voltage of the battery of 419.7 V.
- ⁴ Based on the connected battery.
- ⁵ Depending on country-specific certifications and availability.
- ⁶ Except BYD Battery-Box Premium HVS 10.2, HVS 12.8, HVM 8.3, HVM 22.1 and LG RESU FLEX 17.2.
- ⁷ Compliant with IEC 62109-1. Type 1+2 DC surge protection devices (SPDs) for 2 MPPTs are available as an optional retrofit kit (Art. No. 4.240.313.CK).
- ⁸ For all current inverter certifications, please visit www.fronius.com/primo-gen24-plus-cert.
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