VICTRON PHOENIX INVERTER 12/500 230V WITH VE.DIRECT PORT

This Victron 500VA 12V Phoenix Inverter is designed to convert DC to AC power with maximum safety and efficiency. It comes with advanced configurable protection functions, including protection against short-circuits, overloads, battery overvoltage, and overheating. The inverter is built with a toroidal transformer, which operates at a cooler temperature and higher efficiency compared to standard transformers.

The Phoenix inverter has a high peak power handling capacity of 900W and is ideal for powering loads with high initial start-up power. It also has a range of advanced monitoring and programming abilities, including an inbuilt VE.Direct port. This port allows remote system monitoring and programming via various communication methods.

By connecting the inverter to a PC/laptop using the VE.Direct to USB cable (sold separately), users can access the free VictronConnect software to monitor the system from a remote location. Alternatively, they can connect an additional VE.Direct Bluetooth dongle (sold separately) to wirelessly connect a smartphone or tablet to the inverter via the VictronConnect app. This unlocks the ability to view important system data such as battery and AC output voltage, load indicator and alarms, and program the system remotely.

The inverter also features a power-saving ECO mode that switches the inverter into standby when the load power falls below a pre-set value. It has a dynamic cut-off feature that monitors the rate of discharge from the battery to determine the DC disconnect voltage (connection to VictronConnect app/software required).

Other features of the inverter include a remote On/Off power function, AC power transfer to another AC power source, and LED indicators that show inverter operation and the status of various protection features. The unit is fitted with a UK 3-pin plug socket for easy installation.

Specifications:

• Input DC voltage range: 9.2V - 17V
• Output AC voltage range: 230V 
• Output AC frequency: 50Hz / 60Hz (programmable with app)
• Continuous power at 25°C: 500VA / 400W
• Continuous power at 40°C: 350W
• Peak power: 900W
• Zero-load power: 6W
• Default zero-load power in ECO mode: 1W (Default retry interval = 2.5s, adjustable)
• Output wave: pure sine wave
• Battery type: Sealed lead acid, Gel, AGM
• AC socket: UK (BS 1363)
• Minimum battery capacity: 60Ah
• Nominal inverter efficiency: 90%
• Low battery shutdown: 9.3V (programmable with app)
• Operating temperature range: -40°C to +65°C (fan assisted cooling)
• Maximum cable cross section: 10mm²
• Humidity (non-condensing): max. 95%
• Size: 86 x 172 x 275 mm
• Weight: 3.9kg

This product is covered by a 5 year manufacturer warranty.

The following documents are available to download:

User manual for Victron Phoenix Inverter 12/500 230V with VE.Direct port (VPX500-12)

Datasheet for Victron Phoenix Inverter 12/500 230V with VE.Direct port (VPX500-12)

Technical drawing for Victron Phoenix Inverter 12/500 230V with VE.Direct port (VPX500-12)