Victron Energy PIN481371300 Phoenix Inverter 48/375 230V VE.Direct AU/NZ

Victron Energy Phoenix Inverter 48/375 Compact 375VA Pure Sine Wave at 48V. VE.Direct. AU/NZ Ready.

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Product Overview

The Victron Energy Phoenix Inverter 48/375 230V VE.Direct AU/NZ (PIN481371300) is a compact 48V pure sine wave inverter delivering 375VA of continuous 230V AC output, fitted with an Australian and New Zealand standard plug for direct mains-compatible connection. It is the smallest output model in the 48V Phoenix Inverter VE.Direct AU/NZ range suited to low-draw 230V loads running from a 48V battery bank where a compact, lightweight, and reliable inverter is needed without the cost or size of a higher-rated unit.

At 375VA, this inverter is sized for powering laptops, phone and device chargers, LED lighting, small entertainment equipment, and other low-draw household electronics from a 48V battery system. It is a pure inverter only no battery charger, no solar charger, no built-in Bluetooth. Monitoring and configuration require the VE.Direct to USB interface cable (computer) or the optional VE.Direct Bluetooth Smart dongle (wireless iOS, Android, or MacBook access) both sold separately. No automatic transfer switch is included; the Victron Filax ATS is recommended for installations requiring AC source switchover.

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Key Specifications

• Part Number: PIN481371300
• Product: Phoenix Inverter 48/375 230V VE.Direct AU/NZ
• Battery Voltage: 48V
• Inverter Output: 375VA — 230V pure sine wave
• Battery Charger: None — pure inverter only
• Solar Charger: None
• Topology: Full bridge + toroidal transformer
• Output Voltage: 210–245V (configurable)
• Output Frequency: 50Hz or 60Hz (configurable)
• Plug Type: AU/NZ standard
• ECO Mode: Yes — min load 15W; checks every 2.5 seconds (adjustable)
• Dynamic Cut-Off: Yes — load-dependent battery cut-off
• High Start-Up Power: Yes
• Built-In Bluetooth: No
• VE.Direct Port: Yes
• VE.Direct to USB Cable: Not included — sold separately
• VE.Direct Bluetooth Smart Dongle: Not included — sold separately
• Remote On/Off: Yes — two-pole connector; battery plus to left-hand contact
• LED Diagnosis: Yes
• Short Circuit Protection: Yes
• Overheating Protection: Yes
• Built-In Transfer Switch: No — external Filax ATS or MultiPlus required
• Peak/Surge Power: Not specified — confirm with supplier
• 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
• Weight: Not specified — confirm with supplier

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Features & Benefits

• Pure Sine Wave Output — Compatible with All Sensitive Electronics — Pure sine wave 230V AC output works correctly with all household and sensitive electronics — laptops, LED lamp drivers, televisions, phone chargers, and medical devices. Suitable for any load that requires a clean mains-equivalent waveform.
• Compact 375VA — Right-Sized for Low-Draw Loads — At 375VA, this is the entry point of the 48V Phoenix VE.Direct AU/NZ range — matched to low-power loads where a larger inverter would be overspecified. Ideal for powering a single laptop, device charging station, LED lighting circuit, or small entertainment setup from a 48V battery bank. Always verify individual appliance wattage against the 375VA continuous output before connecting.
• Full Bridge + Toroidal Transformer — Proven Reliability — The toroidal transformer topology provides robust surge capability, stable sine wave output, short circuit protection, and overheating protection — the same proven architecture deployed across the Phoenix inverter range in marine, caravan, vehicle, and off-grid installations worldwide.
• VE.Direct Port — Configuration and Monitoring via Cable or Optional Dongle — All inverter parameters are accessible via the VE.Direct port. Connect a VE.Direct to USB interface cable to a computer, or add the optional VE.Direct Bluetooth Smart dongle for wireless access from any iOS or Android smartphone, tablet, or MacBook. Both accessories are sold separately. The Bluetooth dongle is also required for real-time wireless alarm monitoring.
• Full Configurability via VE.Direct — Once connected, all key parameters are adjustable:
  • Low battery voltage alarm and cut-off levels
  • Low battery voltage cut-off and restart levels
  • Dynamic cut-off — load-dependent threshold
  • Output voltage (210–245V)
  • Output frequency (50Hz or 60Hz)
  • ECO mode on/off and sense level
• Dynamic Cut-Off — Load-Dependent Battery Protection — Adjusts the low battery disconnect threshold based on current load, protecting the 48V battery bank accurately across the full range of operating conditions — from light standby loads to heavier peak draws.
• ECO Mode — Standby Power Reduction — When ECO mode is active, the inverter shuts down when load drops below 15W and checks for demand every 2.5 seconds. Reduces no-load standby consumption — directly relevant in 48V off-grid and battery systems where standby drain is a meaningful factor in battery autonomy.
• High Start-Up Power — Toroidal transformer surge capability handles the inrush current required to start LED lamp converters, halogen transformers, and other loads with high start-up current demands.
• Remote On/Off — A switch or relay contact connects to the two-pole connector for external inverter control. Battery positive can be connected directly to the left-hand contact for simple switching.
• AU/NZ Standard Plug — Direct connection to any standard Australian or New Zealand 10A GPO — no adapter required.
• No Built-In Transfer Switch — For installations requiring transfer to a generator or shore power source, the Victron Filax ATS (less than 20ms switchover) is recommended. For AC input battery charging, a Victron MultiPlus with built-in transfer switch is the more appropriate solution.

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Technical Specs

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Compatible With / Goes Well With

Required Accessories — Not Included (choose one or both):

• VE.Direct to USB Interface Cable — computer monitoring and configuration
• VE.Direct Bluetooth Smart Dongle — wireless iOS/Android/MacBook access and alarm monitoring

Transfer Switch (sold separately):

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

Battery Systems:

• 48V battery banks — lead acid (AGM, flooded, gel) and lithium

Phoenix Inverter VE.Direct AU/NZ Range — Other Models:

• PIN481801300 — Phoenix Inverter 48/800 (same platform, 800VA output)
• PIN482201000 — Phoenix Inverter Smart 48/2000 (2000VA with built-in Bluetooth)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does this inverter have built-in Bluetooth?

No. There is no built-in Bluetooth on this model. Wireless access requires the optional VE.Direct Bluetooth Smart dongle (sold separately). Computer-based access uses the VE.Direct to USB interface cable (also sold separately). Neither is included with the unit.

What loads can a 375VA inverter realistically power?

At 375VA, this inverter is suited to low-draw loads — a single laptop (typically 45–90W), phone and device chargers, LED lighting, a small television, or other electronics well within the 375W continuous limit. High-draw appliances including electric kettles (1,800–2,400W), microwave ovens (700–1,200W), and air conditioners exceed this inverter's output capacity. Always confirm the wattage of your intended load before connecting.

How is this different from the 48/800 and 48/2000 models in the range?

All three use the same Phoenix VE.Direct platform and feature set. The difference is output rating: 375VA (this model), 800VA (PIN481801300), and 2,000VA with built-in Bluetooth (PIN482201000 Phoenix Smart). Choose based on your maximum continuous load requirement — oversizing a little is preferable to running an inverter at or near its rated limit continuously.

Does this unit include a transfer switch for switching to shore power or a generator?

No. The Victron Filax ATS provides less than 20ms switchover and is recommended for installations requiring AC source transfer. If AC input battery charging is also needed, a Victron MultiPlus with built-in transfer switch is the more comprehensive solution.

What is dynamic cut-off and why does it matter for battery protection?

Dynamic cut-off adjusts the low battery voltage disconnect threshold based on current load. Under heavy load, battery voltage sags — a fixed cut-off would either trip prematurely or allow over-discharge depending on where it is set. Dynamic cut-off compensates for load-dependent sag, protecting battery health accurately at both light and heavy loads.