What works with the Hanchu HESS-HY-S-5.0K?
Manufacturer's compatibility list— the pairings below come from the manufacturer's published ecosystem data. Each pair links to its own page with the full evidence.
Design a full system around this inverterCompatible batteries
- Hanchu HOME-ESS-LV-2.56K (2.56 kWh)valid module counts: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16
- Hanchu HOME-ESS-LV-3.2K (3.2 kWh)valid module counts: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16
- Hanchu HOME-ESS-LV-3.68K (3.68 kWh)valid module counts: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16
- Hanchu HOME-ESS-LV-5.12K (5.12 kWh)valid module counts: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16
- Hanchu HOME-ESS-LV-9.4K (9.4 kWh)valid module counts: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16
Compatible meters
CT specification: cts: 1x 120A/40mA CT (3000:1), supplied with the Eastron SDM120CTM meter · note: CT-only mode is supported for short runs; an external meter is required beyond ~15m. App: Advanced Settings → External Meter for CT → Meter Select ‘Eastron-1P’. Separate inverter ports: BMS (RS485/CAN), METER (RS485), DRED. · type: Split-core CT + Eastron SDM120CTM/40mA RS485 Modbus meter (IP51, indoor only) · cableLength: CT coil lead as supplied · maxExtension: Meter-to-inverter RS485 run may use CAT5 and extend to 300m. The CT's own black-and-white coil lead must NOT be cut or extended.
Compatible backup gateways
- N/A (not required)
- Hanchu HESS-Gateway-M1 (whole-home backup)