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SMA SHADEFIX
THE NEXT LEVEL OF PV PERFORMANCE OPTIMIZATION

SMA ShadeFix optimization is a proprietary, integrated inverter capability that
optimizes PV system energy production in every situation – even when shading
occurs.


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MAXIMUM ENERGY PRODUCTION IN ALMOST EVERY SCENARIO

PV systems are installed in scenarios where they can convert the largest amount
of sunlight into electric current. However, it is not always possible to prevent
dormer windows, chimneys, trees and other obstructions from casting shadows on
PV modules. This reduces energy yield and lengthens a system owner’s payback
period.

This is why SMA has developed a superior optimization technique – SMA ShadeFix.
And the best thing about this solution is that SMA ShadeFix optimization is
integrated into SMA inverters at no extra cost.

Greater energy production
in every situation and over the entire lifetime of the system. Even in shading.

Enhanced safety
due to fewer components. This keeps the risk of failure to a minimum.

Improved quality & service life
thanks to field proven SMA products and automatic inverter monitoring.

Greater sustainability
through long-lasting solutions and high recyclability.




SMA SHADEFIX PRODUCES MORE POWER THAN ALTERNATIVES

SMA inverters with ShadeFix optimization produce the maximum power from PV
modules – even in most shaded situations. They outperform traditional
module-based optimizers, which require additional hardware. This was the
conclusion of a study entitled “The Impact of Optimizers for PV Modules” carried
out by the University of Southern Denmark in May 2019.

Normal weather shading
Many PV systems experience only shading from passing clouds. SMA ShadeFix
optimization outperforms traditional optimizers in these situations because it
experiences lower conversion losses and doesn’t require additional power to run
the added module-level devices.

Minimal shading
Sometimes a chimney or roof vent causes mild shading. SMA ShadeFix optimization
achieves greater energy production than traditional module optimizers in these
situations too. How? Optimizers require additional power to operate, sapping
system production.

Medium shading
Moderate shading may occur from nearby trees but even that is no match for
ShadeFix optimization. SMA’s cutting-edge technology still outperforms
traditional optimizers by finding the optimal operating point without consuming
unnecessary power or adding superfluous hardware to the system.

Heavy shading
Traditional module optimizers only yield additional energy gains vs ShadeFix
optimization in heavily shaded systems. However, system design best practices
should mitigate instances of heavy shading.




SMA SHADEFIX
FEWER COMPONENTS, ENHANCED SAFETY AND A LONGER SERVICE LIFE. MAXIMUM
SUSTAINABILITY.


ENHANCED SAFETY DUE TO FEWER COMPONENTS.

Why do we use integrated solutions at SMA? Because as the number of components
in the entire system increases, so does the failure rate of the PV system. This
is why you should never install more devices than necessary.

The benefits are clear:



 * Less work involved in installation and planning
 * No additional electronics on the roof
 * No unnecessary risk of fires and accidents
 * Faster service thanks to SMA Smart Connected


HIGHLY SUSTAINABLE DUE TO FIRST-CLASS COMPLETE SOLUTIONS

There are, of course, many more reasons for an efficient system design:
effective material use, low transportation costs, fewer service calls required –
these are only a few examples. As an innovative company, we are always thinking
one step ahead in order to combine long-term business success with environmental
protection and social responsibility.



 * High material efficiency and durable products
 * High recyclability as fewer components are used
 * CO2 savings thanks to the efficient solution






HOW SMA SHADEFIX WORKS





HERE YOU CAN FIND ANSWERS TO FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WHAT IS SMA SHADEFIX?

SMA ShadeFix is our software-based shade management system. Commonly this
feature is used in systems with light to medium shading. Your energy yield is
optimised without adding any further components to the system or PV modules. SMA
ShadeFix is already integrated into SMA SUNNY BOY and SUNNY TRIPOWER inverters
and activated automatically during commissioning. There are no additional costs
because SMA ShadeFix is an integral part of the operation management of SMA
SUNNY BOY and SUNNY TRIPOWER inverters.

HOW DOES SMA SHADEFIX WORK?

SMA ShadeFix uses an intelligent and proven MPP tracking system for many years
to determine the operating point with the highest output during shading
conditions. With SMA ShadeFix, SMA solar inverters use the best possible energy
supply from the PV modules at all times to increase yield in shaded systems.

WHAT DISTINGUISHES SMA SHADEFIX FROM CONVENTIONAL POWER OPTIMISERS?

SMA ShadeFix optimises the energy yield in systems during standard shading
conditions. This makes SMA ShadeFix the ideal solution in most shading
situations to make the best use of the available power of the PV modules. SMA
ShadeFix is a software-based solution and is already integrated into SMA SUNNY
BOY and SUNNY TRIPOWER inverters. As with conventional power optimisers,
additional installation efforts are not required. The advantage of this is a
minimised risk of failure of the entire system. The costs for system planning
and assembly are kept low. SMA ShadeFix is an integral part of the inverter
operation management, included in the acquired scope of services of SMA SUNNY
BOY and SUNNY TRIPOWER inverters. Further acquisition costs, as with other power
optimisers, are no longer necessary and the amortisation period of the system is
not unnecessarily extended.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN SMA SHADEFIX AND OPTITRAC GLOBAL PEAK?

SMA ShadeFix is based on shade management system OptiTrac Global Peak. In the
future, SMA will place an even stronger focus on this feature and the ongoing
technical development of this solution for shade management. For this reason, we
have decided to reposition the feature in the market and give it the attention
it deserves.

IN WHICH PRODUCTS IS SMA SHADEFIX INTEGRATED?

SMA ShadeFix is available in SMA SUNNY BOY and SUNNY TRIPOWER inverters (see
inverter manual or technical datasheet). The parameter name may not yet be shown
in the user interface. However, the feature is fully available since SMA
ShadeFix is activated by default.

WHEN WILL THE SMA SHADEFIX FEATURE BE VISIBLE IN THE INVERTERS?

From September 2019, all updatable SMA solar inverters with OptiTrac Global Peak
will successively receive a firmware update The feature is updated
automatically. The status of the feature remains the same and no further
settings are required.

HOW IS SMA SHADEFIX ACTIVATED IN THE INVERTER?

The feature is activated by default in current SMA solar inverters If necessary,
the time interval at which the inverter determines the optimum operating point
can be adjusted via the user interface (see inverter manual). No further
settings are necessary.




READ THE WHITEPAPER

SMA’s proprietary ShadeFix technology maximizes PV system energy production,
even in shaded conditions, without the need for additional hardware. And, it is
backed by a study conducted by the University of Southern Denmark.

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