What Can You Run on an 11kW Solar Inverter?

What Can You Run on an 11kW Solar Inverter?

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An 11kW solar inverter is considered high-power for residential and light commercial use.

But what can it actually run?

Understanding 11kW Inverter Capacity

An 11kW inverter can deliver:

  • Up to 11,000 watts continuously

  • Higher surge power for motor startup

This allows multiple high-load appliances to run simultaneously.

Typical Appliance Power Consumption

Appliance Power
Refrigerator 150–300W
Washing Machine 500–1,000W
Electric Oven 2,000–3,000W
Air Conditioner 1,500–3,500W
Water Pump 1,000–2,500W

Example: A Typical European Home

Running simultaneously:

  • Refrigerator (300W)

  • Lighting (500W)

  • Washing machine (1,000W)

  • Air conditioner (3,000W)

  • Kitchen appliances (2,000W)

Total: ~6,800W
→ Well within 11kW capacity

Can an 11kW Inverter Power a Whole House?

Yes, especially when combined with:

  • Battery storage

  • Load management

During outages, essential loads can continue running smoothly.

Recommended Battery Size for an 11kW Inverter

Battery Capacity Usage Scenario
10kWh Short backup
16kWh Overnight backup
30kWh+ Extended outage

Final Recommendation

An 11kW hybrid inverter is ideal for:

  • Large homes

  • Farms

  • Small businesses

When paired with sufficient battery storage, it delivers powerful, reliable energy independence.

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