Enphase IQ8MC
#3 in One panelFull review
The best value in the Enphase line for 350 to 450 W panels. It takes more current than the IQ8M for less money.
US Solar Supplier $149.46 Signature Solar $211$149.46
3.9/5
The Enphase pick for 400 to 500 W panels, replacing the IQ8A with a higher input current at a lower price.
- 349 WAC output
- 1Panels
- YesUL 1741
- 25 yearsWarranty
Check price at US Solar Supplier$173.96Check price at Signature Solar$211Check price at altE$227.44
Price checked November 2, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- 349 W continuous suits 400 to 500 W panels
- A 14 A input handles modern high current panels
- Works on 208 V commercial grids as well as 240 V homes
- Listed for rapid shutdown and covered for 25 years once registered
Cons
- Costs more per watt than the IQ8MC and IQ8HC
- Monitoring needs an IQ Gateway, sold separately
The Enphase IQ8 Commercial family
Every Enphase IQ8 Commercial model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own panel count.
| Model | AC output | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enphase IQ8MC | 320 W | 3.9/5 | $149.46 |
| Enphase IQ8AC (this one) | 349 W | 3.9/5 | $173.96 |
| Enphase IQ8HC | 384 W | 4.0/5 | $161 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its panel count. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | IQ8AC-72-M-US |
|---|---|
| Output | |
| Panel inputs | 1 |
| AC output | 349 W |
| Grid voltage | 240 V split phase or 208 V |
| CEC efficiency | 97% |
| Peak efficiency | 97.3% |
| Panel input | |
| Largest panel | 500 W |
| Current per input | 14 A |
| MPPT range | 28 to 45 V |
| Listing and build | |
| UL 1741 | Yes |
| Rapid shutdown | Yes |
| Monitoring | gateway (sold separately) |
| Enclosure | NEMA 6 |
| Weight | 2.4 lb |
| Warranty | 25 years |
Alternatives in this panel count
Hoymiles HMS-500-1T-NA
#4 in One panelFull review
A single panel inverter for big 500 W+ panels where shade or odd roof planes call for one inverter per panel. For a plain array, a Hoymiles four panel unit costs much less per watt.
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Enphase IQ8M
#6 in One panelFull review
A good match for 350 to 450 W panels on an Enphase system. Check the IQ8MC price first, since it takes more current for less.
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