The AIMS Power 4.6kW Hybrid Inverter and Lithium Battery Cabinet Kit Brings Grid Tie, Solar and 22,114 Watt Hours of Battery Backup Together
The AIMS Power 4.6kW Hybrid Inverter and Lithium Battery Cabinet Kit pairs one AIMS Power PIHY4600 4.6 kW pure sine hybrid inverter with one AIMS Power 230VDC, 96Ah lithium battery cabinet that stores 22,114 watt hours. AIMS designed the inverter to handle grid tie, battery backup and solar power management in one product, with 6.9 kW of solar capacity.
It's made for homeowners and installers who want off-grid battery backup, net metering and load sharing from one system. The cabinet is a master battery with a BMS that comes pre-programmed to work with the AIMS hybrid inverter, and it connects to the inverter with three wires: positive, negative and CAN.
AIMS Power 4.6kW Hybrid Inverter and Lithium Battery Cabinet Kit Features
Grid Tie, Backup and Solar in One Inverter
The PIHY4600 combines grid tie, battery backup and solar power management in one product. AIMS designed it for users interested in off-grid battery backup, net metering and load sharing.
Direct Solar Input With 6.9 kW of Capacity
Solar connects directly to the inverter through a 3 string PV input with a wide PV input voltage range. AIMS rates the kit for 6.9 kW of solar capacity.
Isolated Backup Output for Critical Loads
An isolated emergency backup output powers the loads you define, shown on the screen as the emergency power supply (critical load). A generator input for backup 240VAC lets you add a generator to the system.
Charge and Load Times You Can Schedule
Charge and load times are configurable based on your local utility's recommendations, so charging and battery use can follow your rate schedule. The DC input voltage can be customized for various battery types, including lithium and lead.
Outdoor Rated and Listed to UL Standards
The inverter is IP65 NEMA4X rated for outdoor installation. AIMS lists it to UL 1741-SA, CSA 22.2 No.107-01, UL 1998 and UL 1699B, and it meets FCC Part 15 Class B. Up to six inverters can be stacked.
Color Screen and Connectivity
A large 5-inch color LCD shows energy flow between the solar panels, battery, grid, generator, emergency power supply and loads, along with battery state of charge. RS485, CAN, Wi-Fi and 4G connections are built in.
Pre-Wired Lithium Battery Cabinet
The 230VDC, 96Ah cabinet arrives pre-wired for easy setup. Its BMS handles cell balancing, the cabinet uses natural cooling, and AIMS says it is more efficient during high watt usage. Eye bolts for lifting are included, and the door locks with a key.
Real-World Applications
Home battery backup. Keep defined critical loads running from 22,114 watt hours of stored energy when grid power fails.
Solar with net metering. Run a grid-tied solar array of up to 6.9 kW through the same inverter that manages the battery.
Peak rate load shifting. Schedule charging for low-rate hours and draw from the battery when utility rates are high.
Generator-assisted backup. Connect a 240VAC backup generator to the inverter's generator input.
Practical Comparison
Hybrid Kit Versus Separate Grid-Tie and Backup Equipment
A standard grid-tie inverter doesn't provide backup power on its own, so adding storage usually means more equipment. This kit puts grid tie, battery backup, solar input and generator input in one inverter matched to a battery cabinet whose BMS is already programmed for it.
Lithium Battery Cabinet Versus a Lead-Acid Battery Bank
A 230V lead-acid bank means many batteries to place, wire in series and maintain. The AIMS cabinet arrives pre-wired with a BMS and cell balancing, and it connects to the inverter with three wires.
Buyer Guidance
Size the System to Your Loads
The inverter delivers 4.6 kW, accepts 6.9 kW of solar and draws from 22,114 watt hours of storage. List the loads you want on the isolated backup output and keep them within the inverter's output. If you need more storage, the cabinet is expandable to a maximum of three per inverter: one master and two slaves.
Plan the Installation Site
The inverter is rated for outdoor installation. The battery cabinet stands 68.75 inches tall including eye hooks, 33.75 inches deep and 24.75 inches wide, so plan floor space and a way to lift it with the included eye bolts.
This May Be A Good Fit If
- You want grid tie, solar and battery backup together
- Your solar array is up to 6.9 kW
- You want about 22 kWh of stored energy
- You want to shift loads away from peak rates
Common Questions
What Comes in the Kit?
One AIMS Power PIHY4600 4.6 kW hybrid inverter and one AIMS Power 230VDC, 96Ah lithium battery cabinet with 22,114 watt hours, set up as the master battery.
Can I Add More Battery Storage Later?
Yes. The battery cabinet is expandable to a maximum of three per inverter, one master and two slaves.
Can the Inverter Be Installed Outdoors?
Yes. The inverter is IP65 NEMA4X rated for outdoor installation.
What Warranty Does the Kit Have?
AIMS gives the inverter a 10-year manufacturer's warranty and the battery cabinet a 5-year manufacturer's warranty.
What's Included
- 1 x AIMS Power PIHY4600 4.6 kW Hybrid Inverter
- 1 x AIMS Power Lithium Battery Cabinet 230VDC 96AH 22,114 Watt Hours Master Battery
Eye bolts for lifting come with the battery cabinet.
Solar, Grid and Backup Power From One Kit
The AIMS Power 4.6kW Hybrid Inverter and Lithium Battery Cabinet Kit pairs a listed, outdoor-rated hybrid inverter with a pre-wired 22,114 watt hour lithium cabinet built to work with it. If you'd like help sizing your solar array or planning backup loads, the Outbound Power team is happy to help.
AIMS Power 4.6kW Hybrid Inverter and Lithium Battery Cabinet Kit | 6.9kW Solar Capacity, 22.1kWh Battery Specifications
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| Kit Contents |
| Hybrid Inverter |
1 x AIMS Power PIHY4600 4.6 kW Hybrid Inverter |
| Battery Cabinet |
1 x AIMS Power Lithium Battery Cabinet 230VDC 96AH 22,114 Watt Hours Master Battery |
| Total Storage |
22,114 watt hours |
| Hybrid Inverter |
| Model |
PIHY4600 |
| Output |
4.6 kW |
| Waveform |
Pure sine |
| Solar Capacity |
6.9 kW |
| PV Input |
Direct 3 string PV input |
| Functions |
Grid tie, battery backup, solar power management |
| Uses |
Off-grid battery backup, net metering, load sharing |
| Backup Output |
Isolated emergency backup output for defined loads |
| Generator Input |
Backup 240VAC |
| Battery Types |
Customizable DC input voltage, lithium and lead |
| Charge and Load Times |
Configurable, based on local utility recommendations |
| Stacking |
Max 6 |
| Display |
5-inch color LCD |
| Screen Readouts |
Energy flow for PV, battery, grid, generator, EPS and load; battery state of charge |
| Communication |
RS485, CAN, Wi-Fi, 4G |
| Enclosure Rating |
IP65, NEMA4X, for outdoor installation |
| Certifications |
Listed to UL 1741-SA, CSA 22.2 No.107-01, UL 1998, UL 1699B |
| FCC |
Part 15 Class B |
| Lithium Battery Cabinet |
| Voltage |
230VDC |
| Capacity |
96Ah |
| Energy |
22,114 watt hours |
| Role |
Master battery |
| BMS |
Pre-programmed for the AIMS hybrid inverter, cell balancing |
| Connection to Inverter |
3 wires (positive, negative, CAN) |
| Expansion |
Max 3 per inverter (1 master, 2 slaves) |
| Wiring |
Pre-wired |
| Cooling |
Natural cooling |
| Lifting |
Eye bolts included |
| Door |
Locking, with key |
| Dimensions |
68.75 H x 33.75 D x 24.75 W in (height includes eye hooks) |
| Warranty |
| Inverter |
10-year manufacturer's warranty |
| Battery Cabinet |
5-year manufacturer's warranty (five year limited) |