Sungrow is a Chinese inverter and battery maker. In Australia it sells SG-RS string and SH-RS hybrid inverters, plus two high-voltage batteries for its hybrids: the SBR, in 3.2 kWh modules from 6.4 to 25.6 kWh, and the larger SBH, in 5.0 kWh modules from 15 to 40 kWh.
Sungrow inverters and batteries: specs and warranty
| Spec | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Solar inverter | n/a |
| Headquarters | China | n/a |
| Inverter ranges | SG-RS single-phase string, SH-RS single-phase hybrid, SG-RT and SH-RT three-phase | Sungrow Australia, Inverters 10-Year Limited Warranty V4.2 (copy hosted by Solarproof) |
| Inverter warranty | 10 years from installation (no more than 11 from manufacture); paid extension available before it ends | Sungrow Australia, Inverters 10-Year Limited Warranty V4.2 (copy hosted by Solarproof) |
| SBR battery | 3.2 kWh modules, 6.4 to 25.6 kWh usable (2 to 8 modules) | Sungrow, SBR battery datasheet V5 |
| SBH battery | 5.0 kWh modules, 15 to 40 kWh usable (3 to 8 modules) | Sungrow, SBH battery datasheet |
| Battery warranty | 10 years, at least 70% of capacity at 10 years (installs from 1 October 2024) | Sungrow Australia, HV Battery Limited Warranty V8.0 (copy hosted by SolarQuotes) |
How much does the Sungrow SBR HV cost in 2026?
| Installed price, before rebates (gross) | $12,250-$14,824 |
| Federal Cheaper Home Batteries rebate now | −$3,450 (87 STCs on 12.8 kWh usable, CER) |
| After the federal rebate (net) | $8,800-$11,374 |
Price source: solarcalculator.com.au, solar battery prices (incl. installation, GST and the federal rebate). Add a compatible hybrid inverter if your system isn't battery-ready. The battery factor steps down to 5.7 STCs per kWh on 1 January 2027, which cuts the rebate on this battery by about $595. NSW and WA households may stack a state incentive on top: see the battery rebate by state.
Federal rebate by Sungrow SBR and SBH size
| Configuration | Usable kWh | STCs | Rebate now | From 1 January 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SBR064 (2 modules) | 6.4 | 43 | $1,705 | $1,427 |
| SBR096 (3 modules) | 9.6 | 65 | $2,577 | $2,141 |
| SBR128 (4 modules) | 12.8 | 87 | $3,450 | $2,855 |
| SBR160 (5 modules) | 16 | 103 | $4,084 | $3,410 |
| SBR192 (6 modules) | 19.2 | 116 | $4,599 | $3,846 |
| SBR224 (7 modules) | 22.4 | 129 | $5,115 | $4,282 |
| SBR256 (8 modules) | 25.6 | 142 | $5,630 | $4,718 |
| SBH150 (3 modules) | 15 | 99 | $3,925 | $3,291 |
| SBH200 (4 modules) | 20 | 119 | $4,718 | $3,965 |
| SBH300 (6 modules) | 30 | 154 | $6,106 | $5,115 |
| SBH400 (8 modules) | 40 | 164 | $6,503 | $5,432 |
Capacities from Sungrow, SBR battery datasheet V5 and Sungrow, SBH battery datasheet. The rebate pays 6.8 STCs per usable kWh on the first 14 kWh, 60% of that from 14 to 28 kWh and 15% from 28 to 50 kWh (Clean Energy Regulator, Solar batteries), valued here at a $39.65 STC price. These are rebate amounts only, not installed prices.
VPPs that list Sungrow
| Program | Models, as the operator lists them | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| AGL Virtual Power Plant | SBH100-400, SBR064-256 with SH-RS, RT or T hybrid inverters | Battery VPP | Open to new customers |
| GloBird ZEROHERO VPP | Brand listed, no models named | Battery VPP | Open to new customers |
| Diamond Energy WATTBANK VPP | most models | Battery VPP | Open to new customers |
| ActewAGL VPP | SBH and SBR series | Battery VPP | Open to new customers |
Lists change often, so check the operator's own list for your exact model. Every program's list is in the VPP battery compatibility table.
Key features
- 10-year inverter warranty from installation on its residential RS and RT ranges
- SBR battery stacks from 6.4 to 25.6 kWh usable in 3.2 kWh modules
- SBR and SBH batteries carry a 10-year warranty with 70% capacity retention at 10 years
Things to check before you buy
- The batteries need a Sungrow hybrid (SH) inverter; they have no inverter built in
- The battery warranty assumes Sungrow can read the system's data online; without it Sungrow honours at least four years
- The Sungrow warranty documents we could read are copies hosted by third parties, so ask your installer for the current version
Who it suits
Homes adding a battery now or later that want the inverter and battery from one maker, with room to add modules.
Other inverter brands we cover
| Brand | Battery range | Warranty |
|---|---|---|
| Fronius | No battery covered here | 5 years standard, 10 years when registered on Solar.web |
| SMA | No battery covered here | 5 years (no registration extension in Australia) |
| GoodWe | GoodWe Lynx F G2 | 5 to 10 years by series (10 on most when registered on SEMS) |
Ranked lists with stated criteria are on best home batteries, and every price band we can source is on the battery price guide.
Common questions about Sungrow
How much does a Sungrow inverter cost?
$12,250-$14,824 fully installed before the federal rebate (solarcalculator.com.au, solar battery prices (incl. installation, GST and the federal rebate), checked 8 June 2026). The rebate on its 12.8 kWh usable is about $3,450 today, so roughly $8,800-$11,374 after it, before any state incentive.
How much is the battery rebate on the Sungrow inverters and batteries?
About $3,450 for 12.8 kWh usable: 87 STCs (6.8 per kWh on the first 14 kWh) at a $39.65 STC price. From 1 January 2027 the factor drops to 5.7, which cuts it by about $595. Your installer applies it at point of sale.
What warranty does Sungrow give?
10 years from installation (Sungrow Australia, Inverters 10-Year Limited Warranty V4.2 (copy hosted by Solarproof), checked 10 October 2026). Read the warranty document for the exact model you're quoted: conditions such as registration, cycles or capacity retention vary.
Does Sungrow make a home battery?
Yes, two for Australia: the SBR (3.2 kWh modules, 6.4 to 25.6 kWh usable) and the SBH (5.0 kWh modules, 15 to 40 kWh usable). Both pair with a Sungrow hybrid inverter and carry a 10-year warranty with 70% capacity retention.
Where is Sungrow based?
Sungrow is headquartered in China. Ask your installer where the stock they're quoting was made, as manufacturing locations vary by product line.
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Sources
- Sungrow, SBR battery datasheet V5
- Sungrow Australia, Inverters 10-Year Limited Warranty V4.2 (copy hosted by Solarproof)
- Sungrow, SBH battery datasheet
- Sungrow Australia, HV Battery Limited Warranty V8.0 (copy hosted by SolarQuotes)
- solarcalculator.com.au, solar battery prices (incl. installation, GST and the federal rebate)
- Clean Energy Regulator, Solar batteries