Victron Energy PIN242161000 Phoenix Inverter 24/1600 230V Smart

1600VA Pure Sine Wave at 24V Built-In Bluetooth. 12kg Slimline. Toroidal Proven.

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Product Overview

The Victron Energy Phoenix Inverter Smart 24/1600 (PIN242161000) is a 24V pure sine wave inverter delivering 1,600VA of continuous 230V AC output from the proven Phoenix inverter platform at approximately 12kg in a slimline full metal design with accessible terminals and built-in Bluetooth. At 1,600VA and 24V, it is the entry-level model in the Phoenix Smart 24V range, suited to boats, caravans, motorhomes, and off-grid setups where common household appliances need to be powered from a 24V battery bank without the cost or size of a higher-rated unit.

The toroidal transformer delivers high peak power surge capacity approximately twice the continuous rating for starting motor loads, LED and halogen lamp converters, and power tools. Built-in Bluetooth connects wirelessly to the free VictronConnect app on any iOS or Android device for full configuration and monitoring including alarms, cut-off levels, ECO mode, output voltage, and frequency. Settings can be saved to a file and loaded onto other Victron products useful for fleet installations and consistent multi-unit setups. VEConfigure software via the MK3-USB interface cable is also supported for installer preference. No battery charger, no solar charger pure inverter only.

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Key Specifications

• Part Number: PIN242161000
• Product: Phoenix Inverter Smart 24/1600 230V
• Battery Voltage: 24V
• Inverter Output: 1,600VA — 230V pure sine wave
• Battery Charger: None — pure inverter only
• Solar Charger: None
• Topology: Full bridge + toroidal transformer
• Weight: Approximately 12kg
• Output Voltage: 210–245V (configurable)
• Output Frequency: 50Hz or 60Hz (configurable)
• Peak Power: Approximately 2× continuous rated output
• Bluetooth: Built-in — VictronConnect app (iOS and Android)
• VE.Direct Port: Yes — computer connection (VE.Direct to USB interface cable required — sold separately)
• VEConfigure Support: Yes — via MK3-USB interface cable (sold separately)
• ECO Mode: Yes — switchable via Bluetooth; standby below pre-set load
• Dynamic Cut-Off: Yes — load-dependent battery cut-off
• High Start-Up Power: Yes — approximately 2× continuous rating
• Remote On/Off: Yes — optional remote switch (sold separately)
• Remote Control Panel: Yes — optional (sold separately)
• Alarm Relay: Yes — configurable via Bluetooth
• LED Diagnosis: Yes
• Short Circuit Protection: Yes
• Overheating Protection: Yes
• Built-In Transfer Switch: No — external Filax ATS or MultiPlus required
• Design: Slimline, full metal casing, accessible terminals
• Efficiency: Not specified — confirm with supplier
• Standby Power (ECO Mode): Not specified — confirm with supplier
• IP Rating: Not specified — confirm with supplier
• Dimensions: Not specified — confirm with supplier

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Features & Benefits

• 1,600VA at ~12kg — slimline and practical — At approximately 12kg and 1,600VA, the Phoenix Smart 24/1600 is compact enough to install out of the way in a locker, under a bench, or behind a panel — the slimline design and accessible terminals make a professional installation straightforward in tight spaces. A practical entry point to the Phoenix Smart 24V range.
• Built-in Bluetooth — full VictronConnect app capability — Unlike the standard Phoenix VE.Direct models requiring a dongle, Bluetooth is built in. Full VictronConnect functionality includes:
  • Switch inverter on (normal or ECO mode) and off via Bluetooth
  • Configure alarms, alarm relay, voltage cut-off, output voltage, and frequency
  • Full real-time monitoring (alarms and errors shown when app is active)
  • Save settings to a file for loading onto other Victron products
  • Share settings directly with other connected products
  • Firmware updates — no internet connection required (latest firmware pre-loaded in the app)
  • Video library — in-app product demonstration guides
• Settings save and share — valuable for fleet and multi-unit installs — The ability to save a configuration file and load it onto another inverter means consistent settings across multiple units — useful for marine fleet management, rental fleet vehicles, and professional installations where standardised settings need to be replicated quickly.
• Peak power approximately 2× continuous rating — The toroidal transformer delivers approximately twice the continuous rated output as peak power, ensuring the inverter can start high-inrush loads — LED lamp converters, halogen transformers, power tools, and motor-driven equipment — without tripping or voltage collapse.
• Toroidal transformer — stable sine wave, minimised noise — Pure sine wave output minimises audible and electrical noise compared to modified sine wave designs. The toroidal topology provides stable voltage, stable frequency, and a clean waveform — compatible with sensitive electronics, variable-frequency appliances, and AC motor loads. Short circuit proof and overheating protected.
• VEConfigure support — installer-grade configuration — In addition to Bluetooth via VictronConnect, the Phoenix Smart 24/1600 supports VEConfigure software via the MK3-USB interface cable (sold separately) for installer-grade parameter configuration and documentation.
• Dynamic Cut-Off — load-dependent battery protection — Adjusts the low battery disconnect threshold based on current load, protecting the 24V battery bank accurately across light and heavy load conditions.
• ECO Mode — standby power reduction — Reduces standby consumption when load drops below the preset level. Activatable via Bluetooth without physical access to the inverter.
• Optional remote on/off and remote control panel — A remote on/off switch and a Remote Control Panel are available as optional accessories (sold separately) for external inverter control from the helm, driver's position, or panel.
• No built-in transfer switch — Pair with the Victron Filax ATS (less than 20ms) for AC source switchover, or a Victron MultiPlus for combined inversion and AC input battery charging.

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Technical Specs

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Compatible With / Goes Well With

Battery Systems:

• 24V battery banks — lead acid (AGM, flooded, gel) and lithium

Optional Accessories (sold separately):

• Remote On/Off Switch
• Remote Control Panel
• VE.Direct to USB Interface Cable — computer monitoring and configuration
• MK3-USB Interface Cable — VEConfigure software access

Transfer Switch (sold separately):

• Victron Filax Automatic Transfer Switch (less than 20ms)
• Victron MultiPlus (if AC input battery charging is also required)

Phoenix Smart 24V Range:

• PIN242201000 — Phoenix Smart 24/2000 (2,000VA)
• PIN242501000 — Phoenix Smart 24/5000 (5,000VA)

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Weight

Approximately 12kg (supplier-confirmed).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Phoenix Smart 24/1600 have built-in Bluetooth?

Yes — Bluetooth is built-in. Connect directly via the VictronConnect app on any iOS or Android device for full configuration, monitoring, and firmware updates without a dongle or cable. This is the key practical advantage over the standard Phoenix VE.Direct models.

What is the peak power output of this inverter?

Peak power is approximately twice the continuous rated output — around 3,200VA. This handles the high inrush current required to start motor loads, LED and halogen lamp converters, and power tools without tripping the inverter.

Can I save my settings and apply them to another inverter?

Yes — VictronConnect allows you to save the current product settings to a file on your phone or tablet, then load that file onto another supported Victron product. This is particularly useful for fleet installs, rental equipment, and professional installations requiring consistent settings across multiple units.

Do I need VEConfigure or is the VictronConnect app sufficient?

For most users and installations, the VictronConnect app via Bluetooth covers all configuration and monitoring needs. VEConfigure provides additional installer-grade parameters and is accessed via the MK3-USB interface cable (sold separately) — preferred by some professional installers for documentation and advanced settings.

How does the 24/1600 compare to the 24/2000 in the Phoenix Smart range?

Both models share the same Phoenix Smart platform, built-in Bluetooth, and feature set. The 24/1600 delivers 1,600VA at approximately 12kg; the 24/2000 delivers 2,000VA. Choose based on your maximum expected continuous load requirement — the 24/2000 is the preferred choice if your loads are close to or above 1,600VA.