WINDY BOY 3000-US

WINDY BOY 3000-US

A reliable option with UL certification

User-friendly, safe and reliable, the Windy Boy 3000-US is specially certified for locations requiring UL certification. The automatic grid voltage detection* allows for straightforward and secure installation. The aluminum die-cast enclosure and the OptiCool active cooling system ensure optimal yield as well as a long lifespan, even under adverse operating conditions.

* US-Patent US7352549B1

UL Certified

  • For the North American small wind market (UL 1741/IEEE-1547)


Efficient

  • Peak efficiency of 96.5%
  • OptiCool™ active temperature management


Easy to Use

  • Programmable polynomial curve enables free selection of turbines


Reliable

  • Galvanic isolation due to integrated transformer
  Windy Boy 3000-US
  208 V
244 V
Input (DC)  
Max. DC power 3200 W
Max. DC voltage 500 V
DC nominal voltage 250 V
Min. open circuit voltage for activating "Turbine Mode" 228 V
Operating range "Turbine Mode" 180 V – 500 V
200 V – 500 V
Max. input current 17 A
   
Output (AC)  
AC nominal power 3000 W
Max. AC power 3050 W
Max. output current 15 A
Nominal AC voltage / AC operating range 183 – 229 V / —
211 – 264 V / —
AC grid frequency / range 60 Hz / 59.3 – 60.5 Hz
Power factor (cos φ) 1
Phase conductors / connection phases 1 / 1
   
Efficiency  
Max. efficiency 96.6%
CEC 95.0%
95.5%
   
Protective devices  
DC reverse-polarity protection yes
AC short-circuit protection yes
Galvanically isolated yes
Protection class / overvoltage category I / III
   
General data  
Dimensions (W / H / D) in mm (in) 450 / 352 / 236 (18 / 14 / 9)
Weight 40 kg (88 lb)
Operation temperature range –25 °C ... +45 °C (–13 °F ... +113 °F)
Noise emission (typical) ≤ 40 dB
Internal consumption in standby 0.1 W
Topology LF transformer
Cooling concept OptiCool
Climatic category (per IEC 60721) 4K4H
Mounting location: indoor / outdoor (NEMA 3R) yes / yes
   
Features  
Display: text line / graphic yes / —
Communication: RS485 / Bluetooth opt. / opt.
Warranty: 10 years yes
Certifi cates and permits FCC, Part 15, Class A & B, UL 1741, IEEE-1741
   
Data at nominal conditions  
Type designation WB 3000US

Downloads

Language:
PC Software


7.944 KB

WINDY BOY Setup Tool
Type: PC Software
Language: International
Document number: WindyBoy-SetupTool1.0.6
Version number: 1.0.6
Data sheet


280 KB

WINDY BOY 3000-US - A reliable option with UL certification
Type: Data sheet
Language: English (US)
Document number: WB3000US-DUS103816
Version number: 1.6
Installation Guide


332 KB

WINDY BOY 3000-US/3800-US/4000-US - Addendum operating requirements
Type: Installation Guide
Language: English (US)
Document number: DBWB30-40US-UUS113610
Version number: 1.0
Certificate


311 KB

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE - SUNNY BOY 3000US / 3800-US-10 / 4000US
Type: Certificate
Language: English (US)
Document number: CoCUL_SB30US-ZEUS121110
Version number: 1.0


63 KB

UL-Notice of Authorization to apply the UL Mark - WINDY BOY 3000US/3800-US-10/4000US/5000US/6000US/7000US/8000US
Type: Certificate
Language: English (US)
Document number: UL_WBUS-ZEUS112710
Version number: 1.0
Catalog


9.886 KB

SUNNY FAMILY 2011/2012 - The Future of Solar Technology
Type: Catalog
Language: English (US)
Document number: SFK-KUS120911
Version number: 1.1
NEW Streamlined Ordering Process

In order to better serve our customers and provide a simplified ordering process, Windy Boy inverters will now ship with a standard set of turbine parameters. This new process will result in:

  • Faster installation
  • Decreased lead times
  • Greater flexibility
  • Products optimized for site location

 

Questions? Please contact your sales representative or call the SMA Service Line at +1 877-697-6283.