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Sol-Ark Review 2026

Sol-Ark manufactures 4 models across inverters.

Headquartered in International · Manufacturing in Various

Founded 2013 by Tom Matzen · Headquartered in Texas, United States

Parent company: Portable Solar LLC (DBA Sol-Ark)

80
SolarSpec Score
B+
Grade B+
across 4 models
✓ 4/4 datasheet-verified (100%)
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Sol-Ark at a glance

13+ yr
In business (since 2013)
Headquarters
Texas, United States
Product Lines
1 category
Inverters
Manufacturing
China · United States
Primary Market
US · Caribbean

Certifications: UL 1741-SA · IEEE 1547 · Rule 21

Warranty: 10-yr product

Key milestones

  • 2013 Founded as Portable Solar LLC in Texas
  • 2018 Launched first all-in-one hybrid inverter product

Source: www.sol-ark.com/about-us · Last updated 2026-05-27

Sol-Ark Pros & Cons (data-driven)

+ Pros

  • Inverter peak efficiency averages 97.4% (above industry 97%)
  • 100% of SKUs triple-verified against manufacturer datasheets

Cons

  • Distributor and installer pricing varies — direct retail rarely available
  • Some 2026 models depend on regional distributor availability

Pros and cons calculated against industry baselines: 21% panel efficiency, 12yr panel warranty, -0.32%/°C temp coeff, 90% battery RTE.

Current Sol-Ark Product List (4)

Inverters (4)

Model Type AC Power Efficiency Warranty Verified Details
15K hybrid 15.0 kW 97.6% 10 yr View →
12K hybrid 12.0 kW 97.6% 10 yr View →
8K-2P hybrid 8.0 kW 97.5% 10 yr View →
5K-1P hybrid 5.0 kW 97% 10 yr View →

Spec Sheet Downloads

4 manufacturer-published datasheets available for Sol-Ark products. All links go to the official PDF on the manufacturer's website.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the SolarSpec Score for Sol-Ark?

Sol-Ark earns a SolarSpec Score of 80/100 (Grade B+) based on the weighted average of all 4 models in their 2026 lineup. The score combines efficiency, warranty, temperature coefficient, and verification status. See our /methodology/ page for the full formula.

How many solar products does Sol-Ark offer in 2026?

Sol-Ark offers 4 products in their 2026 lineup: 4 inverters.

Where can I download Sol-Ark datasheets?

We have direct manufacturer-published datasheet links for 4 of 4 Sol-Ark products. See the Spec Sheet Downloads section below for direct PDF links.

How we score brands

Every Sol-Ark model in our catalog is scored 0-100 using a transparent formula: efficiency (25 pts), product warranty (20 pts), performance warranty bonus (3 pts), temperature coefficient (12 pts), and datasheet verification (5 pts), on a 50-point baseline. The brand-level score is the simple average across all 4 models.

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