{"product_id":"pytes-c-box-se-40-60v-dc-battery-combiner-box-for-sol-ark-18k-c-box-se","title":"Pytes C-BOX SE 40–60V DC Battery Combiner Box for Sol-Ark 18K – C-BOX-SE","description":"\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.uss-product{color:#222;font-size:16px;line-height:1.65}\n.uss-product h2{color:#020079;margin:30px 0 12px;line-height:1.3}\n.uss-product h3{color:#020079;margin:22px 0 10px}\n.uss-product ul{padding-left:24px}\n.uss-product li{margin-bottom:8px}\n.uss-highlight{background:#F5F7FF;border-left:4px solid #0021F3;padding:17px 20px;margin:18px 0}\n.uss-spec-wrap{overflow-x:auto}\n.uss-specs{width:100%;border-collapse:collapse}\n.uss-specs th{background:#020079;color:#fff;text-align:left;padding:12px}\n.uss-specs td{padding:11px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #D9DDE5;vertical-align:top}\n.uss-specs td:first-child{font-weight:600;width:43%}\n.uss-specs .section td{background:#EEF1FA;color:#020079;font-weight:700}\n.uss-faq details{border:1px solid #D9DDE5;margin-bottom:10px}\n.uss-faq summary{padding:14px 16px;background:#F5F7FF;color:#020079;font-weight:700;cursor:pointer}\n.uss-faq details p{padding:0 16px 14px}\n@media(max-width:640px){.uss-product{font-size:15px}.uss-specs td,.uss-specs th{padding:9px}}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003carticle class=\"uss-product\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePytes C-BOX SE Battery Combiner Box for Sol-Ark 18K\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"uss-highlight\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDC Battery Combiner Enclosure | Sol-Ark 18K-2P Compatibility | IP65 Protection | Steel Construction | Natural Cooling\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePytes C-BOX SE SA-18K Battery Combiner Box\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed for battery-side electrical integration with the Sol-Ark 18K-2P Hybrid Inverter. It provides a dedicated enclosure for organizing DC battery connections as part of a compatible residential energy storage system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt with a cold-rolled steel housing, the Pytes combiner box offers a durable enclosure for energy storage installations. Its IP-rated construction helps protect enclosed components against dust and water exposure, while the naturally cooled design operates without powered ventilation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor installers building solar-plus-storage systems around the Sol-Ark hybrid inverter platform, the C-BOX SE provides a purpose-designed enclosure for the battery interconnection portion of the installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features and Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSol-Ark Hybrid Inverter Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Specifically identified by Pytes for integration with the Sol-Ark 18K-2P Hybrid Inverter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBattery-Side DC Integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides a dedicated combiner enclosure for compatible battery energy storage connections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIP65-Rated Enclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Offers dust-tight protection and resistance to water jets when properly installed and sealed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCold-Rolled Steel Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides a rigid metal enclosure for electrical equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Cooling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uses passive cooling rather than powered fans.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrganized Cable Entry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features multiple side-entry positions for cable routing and electrical integration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eServiceable Cabinet Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hinged access door allows access to the enclosure interior.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePurpose-Designed Configuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Developed for compatible battery storage applications using the specified Sol-Ark inverter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDesigned for Sol-Ark Hybrid Energy Storage Systems\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pytes C-BOX SE SA-18K is intended for applications using the Sol-Ark 18K-2P Hybrid Inverter with compatible battery storage equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBattery combiner enclosures provide an organized location for battery-side electrical interconnections, helping installers arrange the DC connection portion of an energy storage system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe required internal components, conductor sizing, battery compatibility, and protection arrangements must be confirmed against the complete Pytes installation documentation and the applicable Sol-Ark system requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDurable Metal Enclosure with Environmental Protection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe C-BOX SE uses a cold-rolled steel sheet enclosure designed to house compatible electrical equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts IP65 protection rating indicates dust-tight construction and resistance to water jets when the enclosure is properly assembled and sealed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe enclosure also features natural cooling, eliminating the need for an integrated powered cooling fan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAccessible Cabinet and Cable Routing Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pytes combiner box features a rectangular cabinet with a hinged front door and multiple cable-entry positions along the side of the enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer's dimensional drawings illustrate the external cabinet, side-entry layout, and internal enclosure space. These features help installers plan equipment placement and cable routing within a compatible energy storage installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe supplied product sheet illustrates the cabinet interior but does not establish which electrical distribution or protective components are included with the purchased unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eApplications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSol-Ark hybrid inverter energy storage installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible residential solar battery systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery-side DC interconnection enclosures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolar-plus-storage electrical equipment organization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible Pytes battery integration projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"uss-spec-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"uss-specs\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr class=\"section\"\u003e\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eGeneral Specifications\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePytes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eC-BOX SE SA-18K Combiner Box\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eListing MPN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eC-BOX-SE — confirm exact manufacturer ordering code\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDC battery combiner enclosure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Inverter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSol-Ark 18K-2P Hybrid Inverter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRated DC Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40–60V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNumber of Battery Inputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot specified in supplied datasheet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Continuous Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot specified in supplied datasheet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded Electrical Protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot specified in supplied datasheet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Battery Models\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot specified in supplied datasheet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr class=\"section\"\u003e\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eMechanical Specifications\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions (W × H × D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e668 × 450 × 272 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions (W × H × D), Approx.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e26.30 × 17.72 × 10.71 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14.2 kg (31.3 lbs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnclosure Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCold-rolled steel sheet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnclosure Protection Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP65\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCooling Method\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural cooling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr class=\"section\"\u003e\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eEnvironmental Specifications\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temperature Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-35°C to 40°C (-31°F to 104°F)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Installation Altitude\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2,000 m (approximately 6,562 ft)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"uss-faq\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the Pytes C-BOX SE used for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pytes C-BOX SE is a battery-side DC combiner enclosure intended for compatible energy storage installations using the Sol-Ark hybrid inverter identified by the manufacturer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs the Pytes C-BOX SE compatible with the Sol-Ark 18K?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The supplied Pytes product datasheet specifically identifies the Sol-Ark 18K-2P Hybrid Inverter as compatible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs this a solar panel combiner box?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This product is intended for the battery-side DC connection system, not for combining high-voltage solar PV strings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan this combiner box be installed outdoors?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe enclosure has an IP65 protection rating, providing resistance to dust and water jets. Outdoor installation suitability must also follow the manufacturer's mounting, sealing, environmental, and applicable electrical requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes the Pytes C-BOX SE include circuit breakers or busbars?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe supplied product sheet does not specify the included internal electrical components. Confirm the exact package contents and required protection hardware before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhich Pytes batteries work with this combiner box?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe supplied datasheet identifies the compatible inverter but does not list approved battery models. Confirm compatibility with Pytes for the intended battery system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes the combiner box require a cooling fan?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer specifies natural cooling, so the enclosure does not rely on an integrated powered cooling fan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes the Pytes C-BOX SE include an inverter or batteries?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo inverter or battery is identified as part of this enclosure product. 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