Phoenix VE.Direct Schuko inverter 48V/450W

The Victron Energy VE.Direct Schuko* inverter model 48/500 delivers continuous power of 450W at 25°C. This power drops to 380W when the ambient temperature reaches 40°C.

This inverter can provide a peak power of 750W for a maximum duration of 3 seconds. This capacity is useful for starting inductive or capacitive loads.

The Victron Energy VE.Direct Schuko* inverter is designed to operate with a 48V DC input voltage. The input voltage range is 36.8V to 62V.

This inverter is equipped with an AC output socket of Schuko type (CEE 7/4).

The inverter's standby power consumption is 10W in normal mode. In ECO mode, this consumption is reduced to just 2W.

The inverter integrates several protections to ensure its reliability and the safety of the installation:

Output short-circuit protectionOverload protectionOver-voltage protection (high battery voltage)Under-voltage protection (low battery voltage)Over-temperature protectionExcessive DC ripple protection

The maximum efficiency of the Victron Energy VE.Direct Schuko* inverter (48V model) is 88%.

In ECO mode, the inverter switches to standby when the connected load drops below a predefined value (minimum load: 15W). It then briefly reactivates (default every 2.5 seconds, adjustable) to check if the load has increased. If the load exceeds the predefined level, the inverter remains on. This mode reduces no-load consumption to 2W.

Yes, the Victron Energy VE.Direct Schuko* inverter is a pure sine wave inverter, ensuring high-quality power supply for all types of devices, including sensitive equipment.

The AC output voltage is adjustable between 210V and 230V. The output frequency can be set to 50 Hz or 60 Hz, with an accuracy of +/- 0.1%.

For optimal operation, the inverter must be placed on a flat surface. It is important to:

Avoid any contact with water and direct exposure to sunlight.Maintain ambient temperature between -20°C and 40°C.Leave at least 10 centimeters of free space around the inverter for adequate ventilation.

The inverter chassis is a Safety Class I product and must be grounded. The ground conductor, connecting the chassis ground terminal to earth, must have at least half the cross-sectional area of the conductors used for the battery connection.

The inverter is equipped with an internal 30A DC fuse (FKS 80V type) that is not replaceable. However, if the DC cable length exceeds 1.5 meters, an additional fuse or DC circuit breaker must be installed near the battery.

Yes, the inverter is equipped with a bipolar connector for a remote on/off switch. It is also possible to connect the left contact of this connector to the positive pole of the battery, which is useful for automotive applications (for example, by linking it to the ignition switch).

The inverter has a VE.Direct port for communication and configuration. It can be connected to:

A computer (requires a VE.Direct to USB interface cable). Apple and Android smartphones or tablets (requires a VE.Direct Bluetooth Smart dongle). These connections allow you to configure alarm thresholds, low battery voltage cutoff levels, AC output voltage and frequency, as well as ECO mode.

For low-power inverters like this one, Victron Energy recommends the Filax automatic transfer switch. The Filax provides a very short switching time (less than 20 milliseconds), ensuring that computers and other electronic equipment continue to operate without interruption when switching from one AC source to another.

The Victron Energy VE.Direct Schuko* inverter model 48/500 provides a continuous power output of 450 W at an ambient temperature of 25°C. This power drops to 380 W when the temperature reaches 40°C. It also features a peak start-up capacity of 750 W for 3 seconds, useful for loads requiring high inrush current.

The VE.Direct Schuko* inverter is fully configurable via its VE.Direct port. To access the settings, you have two options:

Via a computer: You will need a VE.Direct to USB interface cable.Via mobile devices: For smartphones, tablets (Apple and Android) and other devices, a VE.Direct Bluetooth Smart dongle is required.This interface allows you to adjust key parameters such as battery low-voltage alarm and cutoff thresholds, restart levels, AC output voltage (between 210 and 230 V), frequency (50 Hz or 60 Hz), and ECO mode.

The VE.Direct Schuko* inverter's ECO mode is designed to optimize energy efficiency by reducing consumption when the load is low. Here's how it works:

When the connected load drops below a predefined value (by default, the minimum load is 15 W), the inverter automatically switches to standby mode.In standby mode, the inverter consumes only about 2 W (for the 48V model), which minimizes battery discharge.It then briefly reactivates at regular intervals (by default every 2.5 seconds) to check if the load has increased.If a load above the predefined threshold is detected, the inverter remains on to power the devices.This mode helps extend battery life and reduce the overall energy consumption of your system.