{"product_id":"ecoflow-ocean-2-1ph-hybrid-inverter-3-68kw-5kw-6kw-separate-meter-required","title":"EcoFlow Ocean 2 1ph Hybrid Inverter | 3.68kW \/ 5kW \/ 6kW (Separate Meter Required)","description":"\u003c!-- SEO Product Name: EcoFlow Ocean 2 1ph Hybrid Inverter | 3.68kW \/ 5kW \/ 6kW (Separate Meter Required) --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:16px; max-width:900px; margin:0 auto; color:#2B2B2B; line-height:1.6; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:16px; line-height:1.7; color:#2B2B2B; margin:0 0 16px 0;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eEcoFlow Ocean 2 Single-Phase Hybrid Inverter\u003c\/strong\u003e is an all-in-one, stackable solar and battery storage inverter available in \u003cstrong\u003e3.68kW, 5kW and 6kW\u003c\/strong\u003e output variants. Each model shares the same compact, pre-integrated design and stacks directly with Ocean 2 5.02kWh LFP battery modules, up to a maximum of \u003cstrong\u003esix batteries (30.12kWh)\u003c\/strong\u003e per inverter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:16px; line-height:1.7; color:#2B2B2B; margin:0 0 16px 0;\"\u003eDesigned for \u003cstrong\u003efast, tool-light installation\u003c\/strong\u003e, the inverter features built-in handles, captive side screws and no decorative side covers, alongside a \u003cstrong\u003ebuilt-in smart meter\u003c\/strong\u003e that removes the need for a separately wired external meter on straightforward installations. Where the system needs to measure a third-party string inverter or specific tariff arrangement, a \u003cstrong\u003eseparate external smart meter\u003c\/strong\u003e may still be required — see the amber note below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; margin:20px -4px 24px -4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 140px; background:#008377CF; color:#FFFFFF; text-align:center; padding:16px 10px; border-radius:8px; margin:4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:20px; font-weight:700; line-height:1.2;\"\u003e3.68 \/ 5 \/ 6 kW\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:12px; margin-top:4px; opacity:0.92;\"\u003eAC Output Options\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 140px; background:#008377CF; color:#FFFFFF; text-align:center; padding:16px 10px; border-radius:8px; margin:4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:20px; font-weight:700; line-height:1.2;\"\u003eUp to 12 kW\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:12px; margin-top:4px; opacity:0.92;\"\u003eMax. PV Input Power\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 140px; background:#008377CF; color:#FFFFFF; text-align:center; padding:16px 10px; border-radius:8px; margin:4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:20px; font-weight:700; line-height:1.2;\"\u003e2\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:12px; margin-top:4px; opacity:0.92;\"\u003eMPP Trackers\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 140px; background:#008377CF; color:#FFFFFF; text-align:center; padding:16px 10px; border-radius:8px; margin:4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:20px; font-weight:700; line-height:1.2;\"\u003e6\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:12px; margin-top:4px; opacity:0.92;\"\u003eMax. Battery Modules\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 140px; background:#008377CF; color:#FFFFFF; text-align:center; padding:16px 10px; border-radius:8px; margin:4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:20px; font-weight:700; line-height:1.2;\"\u003eIP66\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:12px; margin-top:4px; opacity:0.92;\"\u003eIngress Protection\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 140px; background:#008377CF; color:#FFFFFF; text-align:center; padding:16px 10px; border-radius:8px; margin:4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:20px; font-weight:700; line-height:1.2;\"\u003e15 Yrs\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:12px; margin-top:4px; opacity:0.92;\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#FFF6E5; border-left:4px solid #E0942A; border-radius:0 8px 8px 0; padding:14px 18px; margin:10px 0 18px 0; font-size:15px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e This inverter is supplied without a smart meter and requires a \u003cstrong\u003eseparate external smart meter\u003c\/strong\u003e for correct system commissioning in most UK installations, in addition to its internal metering. Confirm the correct meter model for your specific tariff and installation type before ordering — see our EcoFlow Smart Meter product listings.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#008377CF; color:#FFFFFF; font-weight:700; font-size:15px; letter-spacing:0.04em; text-transform:uppercase; padding:10px 16px; border-radius:6px; margin:28px 0 14px 0;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; margin:0 -4px 20px -4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 260px; background:#F7FAFA; border:1px solid #D9EDEA; border-radius:8px; padding:16px; margin:4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight:700; color:#00625D; font-size:15px; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eThree Power Options in One Range\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B; line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAvailable as \u003cstrong\u003e3.68kW\u003c\/strong\u003e (standard UK DNO export limit), \u003cstrong\u003e5kW\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003e6kW\u003c\/strong\u003e models, allowing the inverter to be matched to household demand or DNO connection limits.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 260px; background:#F7FAFA; border:1px solid #D9EDEA; border-radius:8px; padding:16px; margin:4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight:700; color:#00625D; font-size:15px; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eStackable Battery Expansion\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B; line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEach inverter supports a floor-standing stack of \u003cstrong\u003eup to 6 Ocean 2 5.02kWh batteries\u003c\/strong\u003e, for a maximum storage capacity of \u003cstrong\u003e30.12kWh\u003c\/strong\u003e per inverter.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 260px; background:#F7FAFA; border:1px solid #D9EDEA; border-radius:8px; padding:16px; margin:4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight:700; color:#00625D; font-size:15px; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eUltra-Compact, Pre-Integrated Design\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B; line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA footprint of just \u003cstrong\u003e0.15m²\u003c\/strong\u003e, with built-in handles, captive side screws and no side decorative covers, significantly reducing on-site installation time.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 260px; background:#F7FAFA; border:1px solid #D9EDEA; border-radius:8px; padding:16px; margin:4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight:700; color:#00625D; font-size:15px; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eCross-Generation Compatibility\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B; line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCompatible with EcoFlow's earlier \u003cstrong\u003ePowerOcean LFP batteries\u003c\/strong\u003e. When mixing battery generations in a single stack, a maximum of \u003cstrong\u003e4 batteries total\u003c\/strong\u003e can be combined.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 260px; background:#F7FAFA; border:1px solid #D9EDEA; border-radius:8px; padding:16px; margin:4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight:700; color:#00625D; font-size:15px; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eDual MPPT Solar Input\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B; line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFeatures \u003cstrong\u003e2 independent MPP trackers\u003c\/strong\u003e, supporting up to 12kW of total PV input power across separate strings.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 260px; background:#F7FAFA; border:1px solid #D9EDEA; border-radius:8px; padding:16px; margin:4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight:700; color:#00625D; font-size:15px; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eSmart Home Energy Management\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B; line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWorks with the \u003cstrong\u003eEcoFlow app and web portal\u003c\/strong\u003e for real-time monitoring, tariff optimisation and remote system management.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#008377CF; color:#FFFFFF; font-weight:700; font-size:15px; letter-spacing:0.04em; text-transform:uppercase; padding:10px 16px; border-radius:6px; margin:28px 0 14px 0;\"\u003eChoosing the Right Model\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #D9EDEA; border-radius:8px; overflow:hidden; margin-bottom:20px; overflow-x:auto;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; background:#008377CF;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; padding:9px 10px; font-weight:700; font-size:13px; color:#FFFFFF;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; padding:9px 10px; font-weight:700; font-size:13px; color:#FFFFFF;\"\u003eAC Output\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; padding:9px 10px; font-weight:700; font-size:13px; color:#FFFFFF;\"\u003eTypical Use Case\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; background:#FFFFFF; border-bottom:1px solid #D9EDEA;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; padding:9px 10px; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003eOcean 2 3.68kW 1ph\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; padding:9px 10px; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003e3.68 kW\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; padding:9px 10px; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003eStandard UK homes (G98 notification-free connection)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; background:#F7FAFA; border-bottom:1px solid #D9EDEA;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; padding:9px 10px; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003eOcean 2 5kW 1ph\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; padding:9px 10px; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003e5 kW\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; padding:9px 10px; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003eLarger homes or higher self-consumption demand (G99 notification required)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; background:#FFFFFF; border-bottom:1px solid #D9EDEA;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; padding:9px 10px; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003eOcean 2 6kW 1ph\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; padding:9px 10px; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003e6 kW\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; padding:9px 10px; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003eMaximum single-phase output for high-demand households (G99 notification required)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#008377CF; color:#FFFFFF; font-weight:700; font-size:15px; letter-spacing:0.04em; text-transform:uppercase; padding:10px 16px; border-radius:6px; margin:28px 0 14px 0;\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #D9EDEA; border-radius:8px; overflow:hidden; margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#008377CF; color:#FFFFFF; font-weight:700; font-size:13px; letter-spacing:0.04em; text-transform:uppercase; padding:9px 14px;\"\u003eGeneral\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; background:#FFFFFF; border-bottom:1px solid #D9EDEA;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:0 0 46%; padding:9px 14px; font-weight:600; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; padding:9px 14px; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003eEcoFlow\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; background:#F7FAFA; border-bottom:1px solid #D9EDEA;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:0 0 46%; padding:9px 14px; font-weight:600; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003eProduct Range\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; padding:9px 14px; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003eOcean 2 Single-Phase Hybrid Inverter\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; background:#FFFFFF; border-bottom:1px solid #D9EDEA;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:0 0 46%; padding:9px 14px; font-weight:600; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003eAvailable Outputs\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; padding:9px 14px; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003e3.68 kW, 5 kW, 6 kW\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; background:#F7FAFA; border-bottom:1px solid #D9EDEA;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:0 0 46%; padding:9px 14px; font-weight:600; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003eMounting Method\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; padding:9px 14px; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003eFloor stand or wall-mounted\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; background:#FFFFFF; border-bottom:1px solid #D9EDEA;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:0 0 46%; padding:9px 14px; font-weight:600; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003eEnvironmental Category\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; padding:9px 14px; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003eOutdoor \/ Indoor\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; background:#F7FAFA; border-bottom:1px solid #D9EDEA;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:0 0 46%; padding:9px 14px; font-weight:600; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003eIngress Protection\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; padding:9px 14px; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003eIP66\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; background:#FFFFFF; border-bottom:1px solid #D9EDEA;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:0 0 46%; padding:9px 14px; font-weight:600; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; padding:9px 14px; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003e15 years\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#008377CF; color:#FFFFFF; font-weight:700; font-size:13px; letter-spacing:0.04em; text-transform:uppercase; padding:9px 14px;\"\u003ePV Input\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; background:#FFFFFF; border-bottom:1px solid #D9EDEA;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:0 0 46%; padding:9px 14px; font-weight:600; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003eNumber of MPP Trackers\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; padding:9px 14px; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003e2\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; background:#F7FAFA; border-bottom:1px solid #D9EDEA;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:0 0 46%; padding:9px 14px; font-weight:600; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003eNumber of Strings per MPPT\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; padding:9px 14px; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003e1\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; background:#FFFFFF; border-bottom:1px solid #D9EDEA;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:0 0 46%; padding:9px 14px; font-weight:600; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003eMax. PV Input Power\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; padding:9px 14px; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003eUp to 12 kW\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#008377CF; color:#FFFFFF; font-weight:700; font-size:13px; letter-spacing:0.04em; text-transform:uppercase; padding:9px 14px;\"\u003eAC Output\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; background:#FFFFFF; border-bottom:1px solid #D9EDEA;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:0 0 46%; padding:9px 14px; font-weight:600; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003eRated AC Output Power\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; padding:9px 14px; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003e3.68 kW \/ 5 kW \/ 6 kW (model dependent)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; background:#F7FAFA; border-bottom:1px solid #D9EDEA;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:0 0 46%; padding:9px 14px; font-weight:600; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003eSupply Type\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; padding:9px 14px; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003eSingle-phase, 230V AC\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#008377CF; color:#FFFFFF; font-weight:700; font-size:13px; letter-spacing:0.04em; text-transform:uppercase; padding:9px 14px;\"\u003eBattery \u0026amp; Capacity\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; background:#FFFFFF; border-bottom:1px solid #D9EDEA;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:0 0 46%; padding:9px 14px; font-weight:600; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003eCompatible Battery\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; padding:9px 14px; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003eEcoFlow Ocean 2 LFP Battery 5.02kWh\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; background:#F7FAFA; border-bottom:1px solid #D9EDEA;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:0 0 46%; padding:9px 14px; font-weight:600; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003eMax. Capacity with 1 Inverter\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; padding:9px 14px; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003e6 battery modules (30.12 kWh)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; background:#FFFFFF; border-bottom:1px solid #D9EDEA;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:0 0 46%; padding:9px 14px; font-weight:600; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003eMixed-Generation Stack Limit\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; padding:9px 14px; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003eMax. 4 batteries total when combining Ocean 2 and PowerOcean batteries\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#008377CF; color:#FFFFFF; font-weight:700; font-size:13px; letter-spacing:0.04em; text-transform:uppercase; padding:9px 14px;\"\u003ePhysical\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; background:#FFFFFF; border-bottom:1px solid #D9EDEA;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:0 0 46%; padding:9px 14px; font-weight:600; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; padding:9px 14px; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003eApprox. 21.5 kg\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; background:#F7FAFA; border-bottom:1px solid #D9EDEA;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:0 0 46%; padding:9px 14px; font-weight:600; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003eDimensions (W×D×H)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; padding:9px 14px; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003eApprox. 679.6 × 182.7 × 280 mm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#FDECEC; border-left:4px solid #D32F2F; border-radius:0 8px 8px 0; padding:14px 18px; margin:10px 0 18px 0; font-size:15px; color:#2B2B2B;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Safety Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e Installation must be carried out by a \u003cstrong\u003equalified, MCS-certified installer\u003c\/strong\u003e. Grid connection notification (G98 or G99, as applicable to the selected output) must be completed with the local Distribution Network Operator (DNO) before commissioning.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#008377CF; color:#FFFFFF; font-weight:700; font-size:15px; letter-spacing:0.04em; text-transform:uppercase; padding:10px 16px; border-radius:6px; margin:28px 0 14px 0;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #D9EDEA; border-radius:8px; margin-bottom:10px; overflow:hidden;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"background:#008377CF; color:#FFFFFF; font-weight:700; font-size:15px; padding:12px 16px; cursor:pointer; list-style:none;\"\u003eWhich output size do I need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding:14px 16px; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B; line-height:1.6; background:#FFFFFF;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e3.68kW model\u003c\/strong\u003e suits standard UK homes and typically qualifies for notification-free G98 connection. The \u003cstrong\u003e5kW and 6kW models\u003c\/strong\u003e offer higher output for larger homes or greater self-consumption needs, but require G99 notification to the DNO.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #D9EDEA; border-radius:8px; margin-bottom:10px; overflow:hidden;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"background:#008377CF; color:#FFFFFF; font-weight:700; font-size:15px; padding:12px 16px; cursor:pointer; list-style:none;\"\u003eWhy does this inverter need a separate meter?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding:14px 16px; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B; line-height:1.6; background:#FFFFFF;\"\u003eWhile the inverter includes internal metering, a \u003cstrong\u003eseparate external smart meter\u003c\/strong\u003e is required for correct commissioning in many UK installations — particularly where a third-party string inverter is already installed, or where a specific tariff requires a dedicated MID-approved meter.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #D9EDEA; border-radius:8px; margin-bottom:10px; overflow:hidden;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"background:#008377CF; color:#FFFFFF; font-weight:700; font-size:15px; padding:12px 16px; cursor:pointer; list-style:none;\"\u003eHow many batteries can I add to this inverter?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding:14px 16px; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B; line-height:1.6; background:#FFFFFF;\"\u003eEach inverter supports a floor-standing stack of \u003cstrong\u003eup to 6 Ocean 2 5.02kWh batteries\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving a maximum storage capacity of 30.12kWh. Batteries can be added over time as your energy needs grow.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #D9EDEA; border-radius:8px; margin-bottom:10px; overflow:hidden;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"background:#008377CF; color:#FFFFFF; font-weight:700; font-size:15px; padding:12px 16px; cursor:pointer; list-style:none;\"\u003eCan I mix Ocean 2 batteries with older PowerOcean batteries?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding:14px 16px; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B; line-height:1.6; background:#FFFFFF;\"\u003eYes, the systems are \u003cstrong\u003ecross-generation compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e. However, when mixing battery generations in the same stack, a maximum of 4 batteries total can be combined.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #D9EDEA; border-radius:8px; margin-bottom:10px; overflow:hidden;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"background:#008377CF; color:#FFFFFF; font-weight:700; font-size:15px; padding:12px 16px; cursor:pointer; list-style:none;\"\u003eIs professional installation required?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding:14px 16px; font-size:14px; color:#2B2B2B; line-height:1.6; background:#FFFFFF;\"\u003eYes. 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