Enphase Energy Announces Easy Expansion of IQ7 Solar Systems with IQ8 Microinverters
Enphase Energy (NASDAQ: ENPH) has announced new software enabling homeowners with existing IQ7™ Microinverter systems to expand their solar capacity using IQ8™ Microinverters. This software update is now available across North America, Europe, and other key markets, allowing seamless integration without requiring hardware changes to existing IQ® Gateway or IQ® Combiner systems.
With over one million homes worldwide using IQ7™ Microinverters, this upgrade path enables homeowners to enhance their solar production and energy independence. The solution has received positive feedback from installers across multiple countries, including the United States, Mexico, Switzerland, Netherlands, and France, who highlight the benefits of simplified system upgrades and improved efficiency in meeting growing customer energy needs.
Enphase Energy (NASDAQ: ENPH) ha annunciato un nuovo software che permette ai proprietari di abitazioni con sistemi IQ7™ Microinverter esistenti di ampliare la loro capacità solare utilizzando i IQ8™ Microinverter. Questo aggiornamento software è ora disponibile in Nord America, Europa e altri mercati chiave, consentendo un'integrazione fluida senza la necessità di modifiche hardware ai sistemi IQ® Gateway o IQ® Combiner esistenti.
Con oltre un milione di case in tutto il mondo che utilizzano i Microinverter IQ7™, questa opzione di aggiornamento permette ai proprietari di aumentare la produzione solare e l'indipendenza energetica. La soluzione ha ricevuto riscontri positivi dagli installatori in diversi paesi, tra cui Stati Uniti, Messico, Svizzera, Paesi Bassi e Francia, che sottolineano i vantaggi di aggiornamenti di sistema semplificati e una maggiore efficienza nel soddisfare le crescenti esigenze energetiche dei clienti.
Enphase Energy (NASDAQ: ENPH) ha anunciado un nuevo software que permite a los propietarios con sistemas existentes de Microinversores IQ7™ ampliar su capacidad solar utilizando Microinversores IQ8™. Esta actualización de software ya está disponible en Norteamérica, Europa y otros mercados clave, permitiendo una integración sin inconvenientes sin necesidad de cambios de hardware en los sistemas IQ® Gateway o IQ® Combiner existentes.
Con más de un millón de hogares en todo el mundo que usan Microinversores IQ7™, esta vía de actualización permite a los propietarios aumentar su producción solar y su independencia energética. La solución ha recibido comentarios positivos de instaladores en varios países, incluidos Estados Unidos, México, Suiza, Países Bajos y Francia, quienes destacan los beneficios de actualizaciones de sistema simplificadas y una mayor eficiencia para satisfacer las crecientes necesidades energéticas de los clientes.
Enphase Energy (NASDAQ: ENPH)는 기존 IQ7™ 마이크로인버터 시스템을 보유한 주택 소유자가 IQ8™ 마이크로인버터를 사용하여 태양광 용량을 확장할 수 있는 새로운 소프트웨어를 발표했습니다. 이 소프트웨어 업데이트는 북미, 유럽 및 기타 주요 시장에서 제공되며, 기존 IQ® Gateway 또는 IQ® Combiner 시스템의 하드웨어 변경 없이 원활한 통합을 가능하게 합니다.
전 세계적으로 100만 가구 이상이 IQ7™ 마이크로인버터를 사용하고 있으며, 이번 업그레이드 경로를 통해 주택 소유자는 태양광 생산량과 에너지 자립도를 향상시킬 수 있습니다. 이 솔루션은 미국, 멕시코, 스위스, 네덜란드, 프랑스를 포함한 여러 국가의 설치업체들로부터 긍정적인 피드백을 받았으며, 간소화된 시스템 업그레이드와 증가하는 고객 에너지 수요 충족에 있어 향상된 효율성을 강조하고 있습니다.
Enphase Energy (NASDAQ : ENPH) a annoncé un nouveau logiciel permettant aux propriétaires disposant déjà de systèmes IQ7™ Microinverter d'augmenter leur capacité solaire grâce aux IQ8™ Microinverters. Cette mise à jour logicielle est désormais disponible en Amérique du Nord, en Europe et sur d'autres marchés clés, permettant une intégration fluide sans nécessiter de modifications matérielles aux systèmes IQ® Gateway ou IQ® Combiner existants.
Avec plus d'un million de foyers dans le monde utilisant les Micro-onduleurs IQ7™, cette option de mise à niveau permet aux propriétaires d'améliorer leur production solaire et leur indépendance énergétique. La solution a reçu des retours positifs de la part d'installateurs dans plusieurs pays, notamment aux États-Unis, au Mexique, en Suisse, aux Pays-Bas et en France, qui soulignent les avantages de mises à jour système simplifiées et une meilleure efficacité pour répondre aux besoins énergétiques croissants des clients.
Enphase Energy (NASDAQ: ENPH) hat neue Software angekündigt, die es Hausbesitzern mit bestehenden IQ7™ Microinverter-Systemen ermöglicht, ihre Solarkapazität mit IQ8™ Microinverters zu erweitern. Dieses Software-Update ist nun in Nordamerika, Europa und weiteren wichtigen Märkten verfügbar und erlaubt eine nahtlose Integration, ohne dass Hardwareänderungen an bestehenden IQ® Gateway- oder IQ® Combiner-Systemen erforderlich sind.
Mit über einer Million Haushalten weltweit, die IQ7™ Microinverter nutzen, bietet dieser Upgrade-Pfad Hausbesitzern die Möglichkeit, ihre Solarproduktion und Energieunabhängigkeit zu steigern. Die Lösung hat positives Feedback von Installateuren aus mehreren Ländern erhalten, darunter die USA, Mexiko, die Schweiz, die Niederlande und Frankreich, die die Vorteile vereinfachter System-Upgrades und verbesserter Effizienz bei der Erfüllung wachsender Kundenenergiebedürfnisse hervorheben.
- Software enables seamless expansion of existing solar systems without hardware changes
- Opens new revenue opportunities in the installed base of over 1 million IQ7 homes
- Reduces complexity and cost of system upgrades for homeowners
- Global availability across major markets in North America and Europe
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Enphase's new software unlocks upgrade paths for 1M+ IQ7 homes, creating significant expansion opportunities without requiring full system replacements.
Enphase's software release enabling IQ7 Microinverter systems to expand using IQ8 Microinverters solves a critical pain point in residential solar adoption. For the over one million homes worldwide with existing IQ7 systems, this creates a seamless upgrade path without requiring replacement of current hardware.
The technical achievement here is substantial. Microinverter systems typically require careful matching of components due to their distributed architecture. By enabling mixed-generation deployments through software updates to existing IQ Gateways or Combiners, Enphase demonstrates the power of their software-defined approach to energy systems.
This development directly addresses growing energy demands in homes. As electricity costs rise and households add more electrical loads (EVs, heat pumps, etc.), many homeowners need expanded solar capacity. The testimonials from installers across five countries confirm the market demand for expansion options that don't require costly system overhauls.
From a competitive standpoint, this capability provides Enphase with a strategic advantage in customer retention. By enabling phased deployment of their latest technology, they've removed a significant barrier to adoption while creating a pathway for their installed base to incrementally access newer technology designed for today's higher-powered solar panels.
Enphase unlocks substantial upgrade revenue from 1M+ installed homes through software that enables gradual system expansion rather than costly replacements.
This software release represents a shrewd business strategy that extracts additional value from Enphase's substantial installed base. With over one million homes using IQ7 Microinverters, Enphase has effectively created a sizeable upgrade market without forcing customers into complete system replacements—a significant consideration given current economic pressures.
The business implications work on multiple levels. First, it creates a more accessible pathway for existing customers to expand their systems incrementally. Second, it strengthens installer relationships by providing them new sales opportunities with previous customers—evidenced by positive testimonials from partners in the US, Mexico, Switzerland, Netherlands, and France. Third, it enhances the value proposition of Enphase's ecosystem by demonstrating long-term compatibility.
This approach aligns with broader technology trends toward maximizing customer lifetime value. Rather than forcing complete replacements, Enphase enables staged upgrades that match customers' evolving energy needs and financial situations. The global simultaneous rollout across North America and Europe indicates this is a core strategic initiative rather than a regional experiment.
For Enphase's business, this development creates a dual-revenue opportunity—continuing to capture new installations while simultaneously tapping into the expansion market from their existing customer base. As Aaron Gordon from Enphase noted, it's "a win for homeowners and a growth driver for our installers," strengthening their entire ecosystem.
FREMONT, Calif., May 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Enphase Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: ENPH), a global energy technology company and the world's leading supplier of microinverter-based solar and battery systems, today announced the availability of new software that allows homeowners with existing legacy IQ7™ Microinverter-based systems to seamlessly expand their solar capacity using IQ8™ Microinverters. This software is now available across North America, Europe, and other key markets.
With over one million homes worldwide using IQ7™ Microinverters, many homeowners are now looking to expand their systems to reduce energy costs and boost energy independence. Enphase’s new software enables solar installers to upgrade these systems with IQ8™ Microinverters, built for high-powered solar panels, while using the existing IQ® Gateway or IQ® Combiner hardware.
“Enphase’s new expansion capability with the IQ8 Microinverters is a game-changer for us,” said Jeremy White, project manager at Robco Electric, an installer of Enphase products in the United States. “It allows us to offer our customers a straightforward path to scale their systems as their energy needs grow. We can now deliver more power with fewer headaches, which helps us provide the best service and keeps our business running efficiently.”
“Homeowners are increasingly asking for ways to get more out of their existing systems, and the new IQ8 Microinverters make that possible,” said Mauricio Llovera, CEO of INVERSOL, an installer of Enphase products in Mexico. “This solution is a win-win, as it not only benefits our customers but also enables us to take on more projects without the complexity of traditional system upgrades. It’s the kind of innovation we’ve come to expect from Enphase.”
“We’re excited to see Enphase continue to build on its existing product suite, constantly making our lives easier,” said David Monnier, CEO of La Maison des Energies, an installer of Enphase products in Switzerland. “The IQ8 Microinverters provide a seamless integration experience, allowing us to maximize energy output for our customers while maintaining the reliability and quality Enphase is known for. This capability is a significant boost to our business.”
“The ability to upgrade existing IQ7 systems with IQ8 Microinverters opens up new opportunities for homeowners in the Netherlands,” said Jack van der Linden, account manager at Green Guys BV, an installer of Enphase products in the Netherlands. “With energy prices fluctuating, our customers want to optimize their solar systems without costly overhauls. This new solution from Enphase allows them to do just that — scaling their energy production efficiently and cost-effectively.”
“Enphase’s latest innovation simplifies system upgrades for our customers in France, making it easier than ever to enhance solar production,” said Julien Vouriot, CEO and founder of Solair' Forez, an installer of Enphase products in France. “We can now provide homeowners with a seamless way to integrate the latest microinverter technology, ensuring they get the most out of their solar investments while maintaining system reliability.”
“The new software release unlocks seamless interoperability between IQ7 and IQ8 microinverters, which empowers our global installer network to deliver more value with less effort,” said Aaron Gordon, senior vice president and general manager of the systems business unit at Enphase Energy. “It’s a win for homeowners and a growth driver for our installers.”
Enphase’s software-defined energy systems allow homeowners the ability to scale and optimize their solar investments over time. For more information about adding IQ8 Microinverters to IQ7 systems, watch the video here and visit the regional websites — United States, France, Switzerland, the Netherlands, and Germany.
About Enphase Energy, Inc.
Enphase Energy, a global energy technology company based in Fremont, CA, is the world's leading supplier of microinverter-based solar and battery systems that enable people to harness the sun to make, use, save, and sell their own power — and control it all with a smart mobile app. The company revolutionized the solar industry with its microinverter-based technology and builds all-in-one solar, battery, and software solutions. Enphase has shipped approximately 81.5 million microinverters, and approximately 4.8 million Enphase-based systems have been deployed in over 160 countries. For more information, visit https://enphase.com/.
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