Sol-Ark 12K-2P

Last updated: October 24, 2026

Sol-Ark 12K-2P

For installers matching existing 12K systems or homes that want a proven Sol-Ark on a critical-loads panel. Most new buyers get more for less from the Limitless 12K-2P-LL.

  • 9 kWOutput
  • 48 VBattery
  • 12,000 WSolar input
  • 60 WIdle draw
  • 10 yearsWarranty
Check price at altE$5,428.57

Price checked October 23, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

Pros
  • 4 ms transfer keeps computers and clocks running through outages
  • Rapid shutdown, arc-fault and PV disconnect built in
  • Lower 60 W idle draw than the newer Sol-Ark models
  • Ten-year warranty
Cons
  • Only 9 kW of real AC output despite the 12K name
  • 63 A grid passthrough limits it to a backed-up subpanel
  • Costs more than the newer Limitless 12K-2P-LL, which has more output

How it scores

The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its output. How we rank explains each one.

Specifications

Model number12K-2P-N
Output
Output voltage120/240 V split-phase
Continuous output9,000 W
Surge16,000 W
Max efficiency97.5%
CEC efficiency96.5%
Idle draw60 W
Transfer time4 ms
Parallel unitsUp to 9 units
Solar
Max PV power12,000 W
Max PV voltage (Voc)500 V
MPPT range150 to 500 V
MPPT trackers2
PV current per tracker20 A
Battery and grid
Battery voltage48 V
Battery typesLithium
Max charge current185 A
Battery communicationYes
Grid sell-backYes
UL 1741UL 1741 SB
Build
App monitoringIncluded
EnclosureIP65 / NEMA 3R
Dimensions29.5 x 17.7 x 10 in
Weight78 lb
Warranty10 years
Released2021-02

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