Victron Energy PIN242510200 24/250 Phoenix Direct Schuko Pure Sinewave Inverter

Victron Energy Phoenix 24/250 Direct Schuko Pure Sine Wave Inverter

Clean 230VAC from your 24V system compact, efficient, and built to Victron's proven standard

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Product Overview

The Victron Energy Phoenix 24/250 Direct Schuko (PIN242510200) is a compact pure sine wave inverter designed for 24V battery systems, delivering 250VA continuous output (200W at 25°C / 175W at 40°C) with a 400W peak power rating. It is the entry point of the Phoenix Direct Schuko 24V range suited to installations already running a 24V architecture that need a clean, reliable 230VAC outlet for low-to-mid draw loads: laptops, phone and device chargers, LED lighting, small electronics, and other sensitive equipment requiring genuine sine wave power.

The 24V platform brings a meaningful efficiency advantage over equivalent 12V inverters at the same output drawing half the input current for the same power delivered, which reduces cable losses and heating in the DC wiring. The Phoenix 24/250 achieves 88% maximum efficiency and drops to just 1.3W in ECO mode standby keeping battery drain minimal in lightly loaded or intermittent-use installations. Built on Victron's full bridge plus toroidal transformer topology, it produces grid-quality output from a compact, field-proven design. Fan-assisted cooling, a −40°C to +65°C operating range, and fully configurable voltage protection round out a unit that is more capable than its entry-level output rating suggests.

Note: This product is a standalone inverter only it does not include a battery charger. It is not suitable for connection to mains AC supply.

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Key Specifications

• Input voltage range: 18.4–34.0V DC (24V nominal)
• DC low shutdown (adjustable): 18.6V
• DC low restart and alarm (adjustable): 21.8V
• Battery charged detect (adjustable): 28.0V
• Output voltage: 230VAC (or 120VAC) ±3%, adjustable 210–245VAC
• Output frequency: 50Hz or 60Hz ±0.1% (configurable)
• Continuous output power at 25°C: 250VA
• Continuous output power at 25°C / 40°C: 200W / 175W
• Peak power: 400W
• Maximum efficiency: 88%
• Zero-load power: 5.2W
• Zero-load power in ECO mode: 1.3W (default retry interval: 2.5s, adjustable)
• Dynamic cutoff: fully configurable, load-dependent
• Operating temperature range: −40°C to +65°C (fan-assisted cooling; derate 1.25% per °C above 40°C)
• Humidity: max 95% non-condensing
• Short circuit protection: Yes
• Overtemperature protection: Yes
• Remote on/off: Yes (two-pole connector)
• AC outlet: Schuko (direct integrated socket)
• Battery charger included: No
• Monitoring: Input and output voltage, alarms

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Features & Benefits

• 24V input lower current, less wiring loss: Drawing from a 24V bank rather than 12V halves the input current required for the same output power. At 250VA, this means smaller DC cable cross-sections, less resistive heating in the input wiring, and better overall system efficiency an advantage that compounds over time in daily-use caravan, vehicle, and off-grid installations already built around a 24V architecture.
• Full bridge plus toroidal transformer pure sine wave output: Victron's proven professional inverter topology produces grid-quality pure sine wave output identical to what your appliances receive from the mains. Sensitive electronics, modern switching power supplies, LED lamp drivers, and variable speed equipment all operate cleanly without the motor noise, interference, or compatibility issues associated with modified sine wave designs.
• 88% maximum efficiency: Efficient power conversion keeps energy losses low at the inverter stage important for battery-powered installations where every watt of loss shortens runtime and increases charge cycle frequency.
• 1.3W ECO mode standby: In ECO mode, the Phoenix 24/250 drops to 1.3W standby draw minimal parasitic drain for a unit left switched on in a caravan, vessel, or off-grid cabin with intermittent AC load use. The 2.5-second retry interval (adjustable) ensures loads reconnect quickly when needed.
• Fan-assisted cooling: Despite its compact 250VA output rating, the Phoenix 24/250 includes fan-assisted cooling maintaining rated performance under sustained load and across its full −40°C to +65°C operating range. Output derate is a controlled 1.25% per °C above 40°C rather than hard shutdown.
• Fully configurable voltage protection: DC low shutdown (18.6V), restart (21.8V), and battery charged detect (28.0V) thresholds are all user-adjustable for 24V AGM, gel, or LiFePO4 chemistry. Dynamic cutoff provides load-dependent protection raising the cutoff voltage under heavier loads to prevent deep discharge while avoiding nuisance trips under light draw.
• High start-up power: Handles inrush current from LED lamp converters, halogen lamps, and small power tools on startup loads that draw significantly more at switch-on than during steady-state operation.
• Remote on/off: Two-pole remote connector allows switching from a panel, vehicle ignition, or BMS output without routing heavy 24V battery cables to the switch. Clean system integration in vehicles, caravans, and managed battery installations.
• Integrated Schuko socket: Direct 230VAC Schuko outlet compatible with standard Australian and European plugs. No additional socket wiring required. Plug in and use.
• Short circuit proof and overtemperature protected: Automatic shutdown under fault conditions with recovery once conditions normalise protecting both the unit and connected loads in unattended installations.

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Technical Specs

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Compatible With

• 24V AGM, gel, and LiFePO4 battery banks (configure low voltage thresholds to suit chemistry)
• 24V commercial vehicles (trucks, buses, plant) with 230VAC accessory requirements
• Caravans and motorhomes running 24V primary systems
• Marine 24V installations requiring a compact 230VAC outlet
• 24V off-grid solar systems with low-to-mid draw AC load requirements
• Laptops, phone and device chargers, LED lighting, and sensitive electronics
• Victron BMV battery monitors (input voltage monitoring and system integration)
• Victron Color Control GX and Cerbo GX (for system-level monitoring check compatibility)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why choose a 24V inverter over the equivalent Phoenix 12/250 model?

A 24V input inverter draws half the DC input current of a 12V model at the same output power meaning smaller DC cable cross-sections, lower resistive losses, and less wiring heat in the DC run. If your system already runs a 24V battery bank, the Phoenix 24/250 is the correct choice to match your architecture and avoid unnecessary voltage conversion losses.

What types of loads can the Phoenix 24/250 power?

At 250VA continuous (200W at 25°C), it is suited to low-draw AC loads including laptops, phone and tablet chargers, LED lighting, small audio equipment, and other sensitive electronics requiring a clean pure sine wave. It is not suited to high-draw appliances such as kettles, toasters, or air conditioners.

Does ECO mode affect loads that need continuous power?

ECO mode cycles the inverter through brief standby periods when load falls below 15W suitable for intermittent-use loads but not for equipment that must remain continuously powered. For computers, medical devices, or any load sensitive to power interruptions, disable ECO mode so the inverter stays on continuously.

Can the voltage thresholds be configured for a 24V LiFePO4 battery?

Yes. DC low shutdown, restart, and alarm levels are all user-adjustable for 24V LiFePO4 voltage ranges, which differ from lead-acid. Consult the Victron Phoenix inverter manual and your battery manufacturer's recommended discharge limits before setting thresholds.

Does this inverter include a battery charger?

No. The Phoenix 24/250 is a standalone pure sine wave inverter only with no battery charger or AC input. For combined inverter and charger functionality including shore power input, PowerAssist, and UPS transfer refer to the Victron MultiPlus or MultiPlus-II range.