Inverters
250VA - 1200VA 230V and 120V, 50Hz or 60Hz
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Victron Energy VE.Direct Inverter 12/375 VE.Direct
Image of a Victron Energy VE.Direct inverter, model 12/375, in blue.
VE.Direct Communication Port
The VE.Direct port can be connected to:
- A computer (VE.Direct to USB interface cable needed)
- Apple and Android smartphones, tablets, MacBook's and other devices (VE.Direct Bluetooth Smart dongle needed)
Fully Configurable Options:
- Low battery voltage alarm trip and reset levels
- Low battery voltage cut-off and restart levels
- Dynamic cut-off: load dependent cut-off level
- Output voltage: 210 - 245V
- Frequency: 50 Hz or 60 Hz
- ECO mode on/off and ECO mode sense level
Monitoring:
- In- and output voltage, % load and alarms
Screenshot of the VictronConnect app showing inverter status: 'Normal', Load %, and Battery Voltage (13.10V).
Proven Reliability & Features
Proven Reliability
The full bridge plus toroidal transformer topology has proven its reliability over many years. The inverters are short circuit proof and protected against overheating, whether due to overload or high ambient temperature.
High Start-up Power
Needed to start loads such as power converters for LED lamps, halogen lamps or electric tools.
ECO Mode
When in ECO mode, the inverter switches to standby when the load decreases below a preset value (min load: 15W). Once in standby, the inverter switches on for a short period (adjustable, default: every 2.5 seconds). If the load exceeds a preset level, the inverter remains on.
Remote On/Off
A remote on/off switch can be connected to a two-pole connector, or between battery plus and the left-hand contact of the two-pole connector.
LED Diagnosis
Please see manual for a description.
Automatic Transfer Switch
To transfer the load to another AC source: the automatic transfer switch. For low power inverters, Victron Energy recommends the Filax Automatic Transfer Switch. The Filax features a very short switchover time (less than 20 milliseconds) so that computers and other electronic equipment will continue to operate without disruption.
Available with Different Output Sockets
Visual representation of various AC output sockets: Schuko, UK, AU/NZS, IEC-320 (with male plug), Nema 5-15R, and GFCI.
DC Connection
DC connection with screw terminals. No special tools needed for installation.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | 12/250 | 24/250 | 48/250 | 12/375 | 24/375 | 48/375 | 12/500 | 24/500 | 48/500 | 12/800 | 24/800 | 48/800 | 12/1200 | 24/1200 | 48/1200 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cont. power at 25°C (1) | 250VA | 250VA | 250VA | 375VA | 375VA | 375VA | 500VA | 500VA | 500VA | 800VA | 800VA | 800VA | 1200VA | 1200VA | 1200VA |
| Cont. power at 25°C / 40°C | 200/175W | 200/175W | 200/175W | 300/260W | 300/260W | 300/260W | 400/350W | 400/350W | 400/350W | 650/560W | 650/560W | 650/560W | 1000/850W | 1000/850W | 1000/850W |
| Peak power | 400W | 400W | 400W | 700W | 700W | 700W | 900W | 900W | 900W | 1500W | 1500W | 1500W | 2200W | 2200W | 2200W |
| Output AC voltage / frequency (adjustable) | 230VAC or 120VAC +/-3% 50Hz or 60Hz +/- 0,1% | 230VAC or 120VAC +/-3% 50Hz or 60Hz +/- 0,1% | 230VAC or 120VAC +/-3% 50Hz or 60Hz +/- 0,1% | 230VAC or 120VAC +/-3% 50Hz or 60Hz +/- 0,1% | 230VAC or 120VAC +/-3% 50Hz or 60Hz +/- 0,1% | ||||||||||
| Input voltage range | 9,2-17V | 18,4-34,0V | 36,8-62,0V | 9,2-17V | 18,4-34,0V | 36,8-62,0V | 9,2-17V | 18,4-34,0V | 36,8-62,0V | 9,2-17V | 18,4-34,0V | 36,8-62,0V | 9,2-17V | 18,4-34,0V | 36,8-62,0V |
| DC low shut down (adjustable) | 9,3V | 18,6V | 37,2V | 9,3V | 18,6V | 37,2V | 9,3V | 18,6V | 37,2V | 9,3V | 18,6V | 37,2V | 9,3V | 18,6V | 37,2V |
| Dynamic (load dependent) DC low shut down (fully configurable) | See Victron Energy documentation | ||||||||||||||
| DC low restart and alarm (adjustable) | 10,9V | 21,8V | 43,6V | 10,9V | 21,8V | 43,6V | 10,9V | 21,8V | 43,6V | 10,9V | 21,8V | 43,6V | 10,9V | 21,8V | 43,6V |
| Battery charged detect (adjustable) | 14,0V | 28,0V | 56,0V | 14,0V | 28,0V | 56,0V | 14,0V | 28,0V | 56,0V | 14,0V | 28,0V | 56,0V | 14,0V | 28,0V | 56,0V |
| Max. efficiency | 87% | 88% | 88% | 89% | 89% | 89% | 90% | 90% | 90% | 90% | 90% | 90% | 91% | 91% | 91% |
| Zero-load power | 4,2W | 5,2W | 7,9W | 5,6W | 6,1W | 8,5W | 6W | 6,5W | 9W | 6,5W | 7W | 9,5W | 7W | 8W | 10W |
| Default zero-load power in ECO mode (default retry interval: 2,5 s, adjustable) | 0,8W | 1,3W | 2,5W | 0,9W | 1,4W | 2,6W | 1W | 1,5W | 3,0W | 1W | 1,5W | 3,0W | 1W | 1,5W | 3,0W |
| ECO mode stop and start power setting | Adjustable | ||||||||||||||
| Protection (2) | a-f | ||||||||||||||
| Operating temperature range | -40 to +65°C (fan assisted cooling) Derate 1,25% per °C above 40°C | ||||||||||||||
| Humidity (non-condensing) | max 95% | ||||||||||||||
| ENCLOSURE | 12/250 | 24/250 | 48/250 | 12/375 | 24/375 | 48/375 | 12/500 | 24/500 | 48/500 | 12/800 | 24/800 | 48/800 | 12/1200 | 24/1200 | 48/1200 |
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| Material & Colour | Steel chassis and plastic cover (blue Ral 5012) | ||||||||||||||
| Battery-connection | Screw terminals | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum cable cross-section | 10mm²/AWG8 | 10mm²/AWG8 | 10mm²/AWG8 | 10mm²/AWG8 | 10mm²/AWG8 | 10mm²/AWG8 | 10mm²/AWG8 | 10mm²/AWG8 | 10mm²/AWG8 | 25/10/10mm²/ AWG4/8/8 | 25/10/10mm²/ AWG4/8/8 | 25/10/10mm²/ AWG4/8/8 | 35/25/25mm² / AWG2/4/4 | 35/25/25mm² / AWG2/4/4 | 35/25/25mm² / AWG2/4/4 |
| Standard AC outlets | 230V: Schuko (CEE 7/4), IEC-320 (male plug included) UK (BS 1363), AU/NZ (AS/NZS 3112) 120V: Nema 5-15R, GFCI | ||||||||||||||
| Protection category | IP 21 | IP 21 | IP 21 | IP 21 | IP 21 | IP 21 | IP 21 | IP 21 | IP 21 | IP 21 | IP 21 | IP 21 | IP 21 | IP 21 | IP 21 |
| Weight | 2,4kg / 5,3lbs | 2,4kg / 5,3lbs | 2,4kg / 5,3lbs | 3,0kg / 6,6lbs | 3,0kg / 6,6lbs | 3,0kg / 6,6lbs | 3,9kg / 8.5lbs | 3,9kg / 8.5lbs | 3,9kg / 8.5lbs | 5,5kg / 12lbs | 5,5kg / 12lbs | 5,5kg / 12lbs | 7,4kg / 16,3lbs | 7,4kg / 16,3lbs | 7,4kg / 16,3lbs |
| Dimensions (h x w x d, mm) | 86 x 165 x 260 | 86 x 165 x 260 | 86 x 165 x 260 | 86 x 165 x 260 | 86 x 165 x 260 | 86 x 165 x 260 | 86 x 172 x 275 | 86 x 172 x 275 | 86 x 172 x 275 | 105 x 216 x 305 | 105 x 216 x 305 | 105 x 216 x 305 | 117 x 232 x 327 | 117 x 232 x 327 | 117 x 232 x 327 |
| (h x w x d, inch) | 3.4 x 6.5 x 10.2 | 3.4 x 6.5 x 10.2 | 3.4 x 6.5 x 10.2 | 3.4 x 6.5 x 10.2 | 3.4 x 6.5 x 10.2 | 3.4 x 6.5 x 10.2 | 3,4 x 6,8 x 10,8 | 3,4 x 6,8 x 10,8 | 3,4 x 6,8 x 10,8 | 4.1 x 8.5 x 12.1 | 4.1 x 8.5 x 12.1 | 4.1 x 8.5 x 12.1 | 4.6 x 9.1 x 12.9 | 4.6 x 9.1 x 12.9 | 4.6 x 9.1 x 12.9 |
Notes:
(1) Nonlinear load, crest factor 3:1
(2) Protection key: a) output short circuit, b) overload, c) battery voltage too high, d) battery voltage too low, e) temperature too high, f) DC ripple too high
(3) UL 458 only for inverters with GFCI output socket
Accessories
- Remote on-off: Yes
- Automatic transfer switch: Filax
Standards
- Safety: EN-IEC 60335-1 / EN-IEC 62109-1 / UL 458 (3)
- EMC: EN 55014-1 / EN 55014-2 / IEC 61000-6-1 / IEC 61000-6-2 / IEC 61000-6-3
- Automotive Directive: ECE R10-4
Battery Monitoring & Connectivity
Battery Alarm
An excessively high or low battery voltage is indicated by an audible and visual alarm, and a relay for remote signalling.
VE.Direct Bluetooth Smart Dongle
Must be ordered separately.
BMV Battery Monitor
The BMV Battery Monitor features an advanced microprocessor control system combined with high resolution measuring systems for battery voltage and charge/discharge current. The software includes complex calculation algorithms to exactly determine the state of charge of the battery. The BMV selectively displays battery voltage, current, consumed Ah or time to go. The monitor also stores a host of data regarding performance and use of the battery.
