my-PV SOL-THOR DC Power Manager up to 3.6 kW for photovoltaic heating

The SOL-THOR from my-PV (MPN: 14-0100) is a continuously adjustable DC power manager that efficiently converts solar power into heat. The direct current from your panels is transferred directly to a connected heating element with virtually no loss, guaranteeing maximum efficiency. Thanks to its self-sufficient operation, it does not need to be connected to the power grid and is completely self-sufficient via your 1-10 PV modules.If you need additional heat, the SOL-THOR can automatically switch to mains power and provide additional heating. You can use both new and existing heating elements in your heat storage tank. This makes retrofitting an ecological heating system simple and cost-effective. Furthermore, no approval from the grid operator is required, and by using cables instead of pipes, the system is maintenance-free. In off-grid applications, the SOL-THOR can operate in frequency mode. It is compatible with great brands such as Victron Energy, Growatt, Huawei, Studer, and SMA.

Product highlights

• Max. power: 0-3.6 kW, continuously adjustable
• No inverter required
• For PV systems with 1-10 modules
• Frequency mode in the off-grid sector
• Loss-free conversion of all solar power into heat
• More economical than conventional water heating
• Also works during power or grid failures
• Hot water supply optional

Flexible heat generation without additional effort

Thanks to its self-sufficient operation, no connection to the power grid is required. The SOL-THOR supplies itself independently directly from your PV generator, eliminating the need for grid feed-in, inverters, and connection permits. This DC power manager uses the solar power from your solar modules efficiently and directly for heat generation. The system can be operated with 1-10 PV modules. It transfers the direct current from your panels directly to a heating element and converts it into heat. Two heating elements can be controlled alternately to optimally adjust heat generation. On a day with little sunshine, it automatically switches to mains power so that you always have hot water. It couldn't be easier – more flexibility and reliability for your solar supply.

Your advantages over solar thermal systems

• Only lay power cables instead of complicated pipes
• Virtually no losses between the PV generator and the heat storage tank
• No moving parts and no frost protection control – maintenance-free
• PV modules even deliver a higher yield at low ambient temperatures
• The system restarts automatically and ensures that your heat supply remains continuous

Easy installation with heating rod in heat storage tank

Installation is child's play - the cables from your PV modules are simply connected directly to the SOL-THOR via MC4 plugs. The heating element in the heat storage tank, whether new or already installed, is also easily connected to the Power Manager. If your PV yield is insufficient in bad weather, you can also optionally use electricity from the public grid for additional heating.

Maximum heat yield with electric boiler or wall-mounted storage tank

The SOL-THOR not only makes the my-PV screw-in heating element suitable for photovoltaics, but also conventional electric boilers. For self-sufficient use, simply connect the cables from your PV modules directly via MC4 connectors. The electric boiler is also connected to the Power Manager so that the integrated heating element is optimally regulated depending on the solar yield. Even on days with little sunshine, you naturally remain flexible with grid power.

Areas of application

Single-family home - The simplest solution for retrofitting. It controls heating elements continuously and is also compatible with conventional electric boilers.
In residential buildings - Grid-connected PV systems are often too complicated in multi-unit buildings. The Power Manager offers the ideal solution for supplying each apartment separately - even with conventional electric boilers.
Other areas of application - It is perfect for projects with hot water requirements in rural or off-grid environments.

Technical data

DC operation

• Max. stepless output: 0-3600W, two outputs
• Alternately adjustable
• Max. 3600W at 25°C ambient temperature
• Input voltage range: 30-230V (max. open-circuit voltage)
• Number of MPPT: 1
• DC inputs: 2 parallel, MC4 compatible connectors
• Max. input current: 26A, current limited

AC operation

• Max. heating power: 3600W
• Own consumption in pure AC operation: approx. 2W
• Mains connection: 1-phase, max. 4mm², 230V, 45-65Hz
• AC fuse: max. 20A, tripping characteristic B

General data

• Consumer connections: Terminal contacts 1-phase, max. 4mm²
• External temperature sensor: 5 m, 1x included in delivery
• Communication: LAN, WLAN RS485
• Protection class: IP54
• Operating temperature range: -20°C to +50°C
• Storage temperature: -20°C to +70°C
• Weight: 2.95 kg (including wall mount)
• Dimensions: 248.5 x 167.4 x 116.2 mm (including wall mount)

Scope of delivery

1x my-PV SOL-THOR DC Power Manager for photovoltaic heating
1x temperature sensor