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Victron Phoenix VE.Direct Pure Sine Wave Inverter (12V / 1200VA)

£219.99(inc VAT) £349.99
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The Victron Phoenix VE.Direct 12V 1200VA pure sine wave inverter delivers clean 240V AC power from your 12V battery system, making it the go-to choice for motorhomes, boats, and off-grid installations where you need to run household appliances reliably. This professional-grade unit produces true sine wave output that matches mains electricity quality, eliminating the buzzing, overheating, and compatibility issues associated with cheaper modified sine wave inverters when powering sensitive electronics, laptop chargers, and modern appliances. The 1200VA rating handles most common loads like televisions, microwaves, coffee machines, and power tools, whilst the extra start-up power capability means it won't struggle with inductive loads that draw high current when switching on.

The built-in VE.Direct port transforms how you monitor and control the inverter because adding an optional Bluetooth Smart Dongle lets you configure settings and check performance through the VictronConnect smartphone app without accessing the unit directly. ECO mode automatically switches the inverter on when it detects a load and off when the load stops, reducing battery drain during standby periods - particularly useful in motorhome applications where the inverter might sit unused for hours. The comprehensive protection systems guard against short circuits, overloads, and thermal issues, whilst battery voltage protection prevents damaging your batteries through excessive discharge.

Professional installation requires heavy-duty cabling - 25mm² to 35mm² cable as minimum - because 1200VA at 12V draws around 100A from your battery, and inadequate cabling creates voltage drop that reduces performance and generates heat. The unit handles continuous loads well but you'll need to size your battery bank appropriately because running 1000W loads will drain a 100Ah battery in roughly one hour. For most caravan and boat applications, this inverter provides the sweet spot between power output and battery consumption, though larger installations running multiple high-power appliances simultaneously will need higher capacity units or careful load management to avoid overloading.

Victron Phoenix VE.Direct Sine Wave Inverter UK Plug (12V / 1200VA) Features


  • Proven reliability
  • High start-up power
  • ECO mode
  • Remote on/off
  • DC connection with screw terminals
  • Pure sine wave output
  • Extra start-up power
  • LED fault diagnosis
  • ECO mode
  • Remote On/Off switching
  • Output short circuit protection
  • Battery voltage low/high protection
  • Power overload protection
  • Thermal overload protection
  • 5-year manufacturer's warranty

Specifications
  • Input voltage rating: 9.2 - 17.0VDC
  • Output voltage: 230VAC +/- 3%
  • Continuous AC power at 25°C: 1200VA
  • Continuous power at 25°C/40°C: 1000/850W
  • Peak power: 2200W
  • Max. efficiency: 91%
  • No-load power consumption: 7W
  • Default zero load power in ECO mode: 1W
  • Operating temperature: -40°C to +65°C (fan assisted cooling)
  • DC low shut down: 9.3V (adjustable)
  • Dynamic (load dependent) DC low shut down: Fully configurable
  • DC low restart and alarm: 10.9VDC (adjustable)
  • Battery charged detect: 14.0V (adjustable)
  • Cable connection: Screw clamp terminals (cable size 35mm²max.)
  • Output socket: BS1363 UK 3-pin socket
  • Remote On/Off connection: 2 pole connector
  • Ingress Protection rating: IP21
  • Body material: Steel with plastic cover (blue RAL5012)
  • Mounting holes: x 4 on sides of chassis
  • Weight: 7.4kg
  • Overall dimensions: 362 (L) x 232 (W) x 117 (H) mm
  • Country of Origin : Netherlands

EAN-13 : 8719076054948
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