Victron Energy PIN245010200 24/500 Phoenix Direct Schuko Pure Sinewave Inverter
Victron Energy Phoenix 24/500 Direct Schuko Pure Sine Wave Inverter
More headroom from your 24V system 500VA of clean pure sine wave power for a wider range of loads
Product Overview
The Victron Energy Phoenix 24/500 Direct Schuko (PIN245010200) steps up from the entry-level 24/250 to deliver 500VA continuous output (400W at 25°C / 350W at 40°C) and a 900W peak power rating from a 24V battery bank. The doubled capacity over the 24/250 opens the door to a broader range of AC loads CPAP machines, power tool chargers, small kitchen appliances, audio equipment, and moderate-draw electronics that need clean, stable pure sine wave power from a 24V system.
Built on the same full bridge plus toroidal transformer topology as the wider Phoenix range, the 24/500 achieves 90% maximum efficiency slightly higher than the 24/250 and drops to 1.5W in ECO mode standby for minimal overnight battery drain. Fan-assisted cooling maintains rated output across the full −40°C to +65°C operating range with gradual 1.25% derating above 40°C rather than hard shutdown. The fully configurable voltage protection suite, remote on/off, and integrated Schuko socket make it as straightforward to install and integrate as any Phoenix Direct Schuko model. A practical, reliable step-up for 24V installations that have outgrown 250VA.
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.
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: 500VA
- Continuous output power at 25°C / 40°C: 400W / 350W
- Peak power: 900W
- Maximum efficiency: 90%
- Zero-load power: 6.5W
- Zero-load power in ECO mode: 1.5W (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
Features & Benefits
- 500VA continuous double the capacity of the 24/250: The step up from 250VA to 500VA makes the Phoenix 24/500 suitable for a meaningfully wider range of 24V loads: CPAP machines, power tool battery chargers, small kitchen appliances, audio amplifiers, and combinations of smaller loads running simultaneously. Where the 24/250 left headroom too tight, the 24/500 provides it.
- 24V input half the current of an equivalent 12V inverter: Drawing from a 24V bank halves the DC input current required for the same output versus a 12V inverter. At 500VA, this translates to smaller cable cross-sections, lower resistive losses in the DC wiring, and less heat in the input circuit a practical advantage in any installation already built around a 24V battery architecture.
- 90% maximum efficiency: Among the highest in the Phoenix Direct Schuko 24V range, the 90% peak efficiency of the 24/500 keeps energy losses minimal at the inverter stage extending battery runtime and reducing the charge capacity needed to sustain regular AC load use.
- Full bridge plus toroidal transformer pure sine wave output: Victron's proven professional inverter topology delivers grid-quality pure sine wave output identical to mains power. CPAP machines, modern switching power supplies, variable speed equipment, audio gear, and sensitive electronics all operate cleanly without the noise or compatibility issues of modified sine wave designs.
- 900W peak power: Handles inrush current from LED lamp converters, halogen lamps, power tool starts, and other loads with high startup draw keeping connected equipment starting cleanly without tripping the inverter.
- 1.5W ECO mode standby: In ECO mode, standby draw is just 1.5W minimal parasitic battery drain for a unit left on in a caravan, vehicle, or off-grid installation with intermittent AC load use. The 2.5-second retry interval (adjustable) ensures loads reconnect promptly when needed.
- Fan-assisted cooling across −40°C to +65°C: Maintains rated output under sustained load and in hot Australian conditions. Thermal derating is a controlled 1.25% per °C above 40°C the inverter keeps working at reduced output rather than shutting down abruptly.
- 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. Dynamic cutoff raises the cutoff voltage under higher loads to prevent deep discharge while avoiding nuisance trips under light draw.
- Remote on/off: Two-pole remote connector for switching from a panel, ignition circuit, or BMS output no heavy battery cable routing to the switch required. Clean system integration in vehicles, caravans, and managed installations.
- Integrated Schuko socket: Direct 230VAC 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 clean recovery once conditions normalise.
Technical Specs
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| SKU | PIN245010200 |
| Brand | Victron Energy |
| Model | Phoenix 24/500 Direct Schuko |
| Input Voltage Range | 18.4–34.0V DC |
| Nominal Input Voltage | 24V |
| DC Low Shutdown (Adjustable) | 18.6V |
| DC Low Restart & 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 (25°C) | 500VA |
| Continuous Output Power (25°C / 40°C) | 400W / 350W |
| Peak Output Power | 900W |
| Maximum Efficiency | 90% |
| Zero-Load Power | 6.5W |
| Zero-Load Power (ECO Mode) | 1.5W |
| ECO Mode Sense Interval | Adjustable (default: 2.5 seconds) |
| Dynamic Cutoff | Yes (fully configurable, load-dependent) |
| Cooling | Fan-assisted |
| Operating Temperature Range | −40°C to +65°C |
| Thermal Derating | 1.25% per °C above 40°C |
| Humidity | Max 95% non-condensing |
| Topology | Full bridge + toroidal transformer |
| Output Waveform | Pure sine wave |
| Short Circuit Protection | Yes |
| Overtemperature Protection | Yes |
| Remote On/Off | Yes (two-pole connector) |
| AC Outlet | Schuko (direct integrated) |
| Battery Charger Included | No |
| Monitoring | Input/output voltage and alarms |
Compatible With
- 24V AGM, gel, and LiFePO4 battery banks (configure low voltage thresholds to suit chemistry)
- 24V commercial vehicles (trucks, buses, plant) requiring 230VAC accessory supply
- Caravans and motorhomes running 24V primary systems
- Marine 24V installations for moderate AC load supply
- 24V off-grid solar systems with mid-range AC load requirements
- CPAP and PAP therapy machines requiring clean pure sine wave power
- Power tool battery chargers and small workshop equipment
- Victron BMV battery monitors (input voltage monitoring and system integration)
- Victron Color Control GX and Cerbo GX (for system-level monitoring check compatibility)
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Phoenix 24/500 differ from the Phoenix 24/250?
The 24/500 delivers 500VA continuous and 900W peak versus 250VA and 400W on the 24/250 double the continuous capacity and more than double the peak. This makes it suitable for CPAP machines, power tool chargers, small appliances, and simultaneous multiple loads that exceed the 24/250's rating. Both models share the same 24V input range, configurable voltage protection, ECO mode, remote on/off, and integrated Schuko socket.
Is this inverter suitable for powering a CPAP machine from a 24V system?
Yes, provided the CPAP machine's power draw falls within the 500VA continuous rating. CPAP machines require a clean pure sine wave output which the Phoenix 24/500 provides. Confirm your CPAP machine's watt rating against the inverter's continuous output capacity, and disable ECO mode if the CPAP requires uninterrupted power throughout the night.
Why does a 24V inverter use less cable than a 12V model at the same output?
At the same output power, a 24V inverter draws half the input current of a 12V model. Lower current allows smaller DC cable cross-sections to carry the same power safely reducing cable cost, weight, and resistive losses in the DC wiring run between the battery and the inverter.
Can the voltage thresholds be set for a 24V LiFePO4 battery bank?
Yes. DC low shutdown (18.6V default), restart (21.8V), and battery charged detect (28.0V) are all fully user-adjustable for 24V LiFePO4 voltage ranges. Consult the Victron Phoenix inverter manual and your battery manufacturer's discharge specifications before configuring thresholds.
Does this inverter include a battery charger?
No. The Phoenix 24/500 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.
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Victron Energy Phoenix 24/500 Direct Schuko Pure Sine Wave Inverter
More headroom from your 24V system 500VA of clean pure sine wave power for a wider range of loads
Product Overview
The Victron Energy Phoenix 24/500 Direct Schuko (PIN245010200) steps up from the entry-level 24/250 to deliver 500VA continuous output (400W at 25°C / 350W at 40°C) and a 900W peak power rating from a 24V battery bank. The doubled capacity over the 24/250 opens the door to a broader range of AC loads CPAP machines, power tool chargers, small kitchen appliances, audio equipment, and moderate-draw electronics that need clean, stable pure sine wave power from a 24V system.
Built on the same full bridge plus toroidal transformer topology as the wider Phoenix range, the 24/500 achieves 90% maximum efficiency slightly higher than the 24/250 and drops to 1.5W in ECO mode standby for minimal overnight battery drain. Fan-assisted cooling maintains rated output across the full −40°C to +65°C operating range with gradual 1.25% derating above 40°C rather than hard shutdown. The fully configurable voltage protection suite, remote on/off, and integrated Schuko socket make it as straightforward to install and integrate as any Phoenix Direct Schuko model. A practical, reliable step-up for 24V installations that have outgrown 250VA.
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.
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: 500VA
- Continuous output power at 25°C / 40°C: 400W / 350W
- Peak power: 900W
- Maximum efficiency: 90%
- Zero-load power: 6.5W
- Zero-load power in ECO mode: 1.5W (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
Features & Benefits
- 500VA continuous double the capacity of the 24/250: The step up from 250VA to 500VA makes the Phoenix 24/500 suitable for a meaningfully wider range of 24V loads: CPAP machines, power tool battery chargers, small kitchen appliances, audio amplifiers, and combinations of smaller loads running simultaneously. Where the 24/250 left headroom too tight, the 24/500 provides it.
- 24V input half the current of an equivalent 12V inverter: Drawing from a 24V bank halves the DC input current required for the same output versus a 12V inverter. At 500VA, this translates to smaller cable cross-sections, lower resistive losses in the DC wiring, and less heat in the input circuit a practical advantage in any installation already built around a 24V battery architecture.
- 90% maximum efficiency: Among the highest in the Phoenix Direct Schuko 24V range, the 90% peak efficiency of the 24/500 keeps energy losses minimal at the inverter stage extending battery runtime and reducing the charge capacity needed to sustain regular AC load use.
- Full bridge plus toroidal transformer pure sine wave output: Victron's proven professional inverter topology delivers grid-quality pure sine wave output identical to mains power. CPAP machines, modern switching power supplies, variable speed equipment, audio gear, and sensitive electronics all operate cleanly without the noise or compatibility issues of modified sine wave designs.
- 900W peak power: Handles inrush current from LED lamp converters, halogen lamps, power tool starts, and other loads with high startup draw keeping connected equipment starting cleanly without tripping the inverter.
- 1.5W ECO mode standby: In ECO mode, standby draw is just 1.5W minimal parasitic battery drain for a unit left on in a caravan, vehicle, or off-grid installation with intermittent AC load use. The 2.5-second retry interval (adjustable) ensures loads reconnect promptly when needed.
- Fan-assisted cooling across −40°C to +65°C: Maintains rated output under sustained load and in hot Australian conditions. Thermal derating is a controlled 1.25% per °C above 40°C the inverter keeps working at reduced output rather than shutting down abruptly.
- 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. Dynamic cutoff raises the cutoff voltage under higher loads to prevent deep discharge while avoiding nuisance trips under light draw.
- Remote on/off: Two-pole remote connector for switching from a panel, ignition circuit, or BMS output no heavy battery cable routing to the switch required. Clean system integration in vehicles, caravans, and managed installations.
- Integrated Schuko socket: Direct 230VAC 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 clean recovery once conditions normalise.
Technical Specs
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| SKU | PIN245010200 |
| Brand | Victron Energy |
| Model | Phoenix 24/500 Direct Schuko |
| Input Voltage Range | 18.4–34.0V DC |
| Nominal Input Voltage | 24V |
| DC Low Shutdown (Adjustable) | 18.6V |
| DC Low Restart & 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 (25°C) | 500VA |
| Continuous Output Power (25°C / 40°C) | 400W / 350W |
| Peak Output Power | 900W |
| Maximum Efficiency | 90% |
| Zero-Load Power | 6.5W |
| Zero-Load Power (ECO Mode) | 1.5W |
| ECO Mode Sense Interval | Adjustable (default: 2.5 seconds) |
| Dynamic Cutoff | Yes (fully configurable, load-dependent) |
| Cooling | Fan-assisted |
| Operating Temperature Range | −40°C to +65°C |
| Thermal Derating | 1.25% per °C above 40°C |
| Humidity | Max 95% non-condensing |
| Topology | Full bridge + toroidal transformer |
| Output Waveform | Pure sine wave |
| Short Circuit Protection | Yes |
| Overtemperature Protection | Yes |
| Remote On/Off | Yes (two-pole connector) |
| AC Outlet | Schuko (direct integrated) |
| Battery Charger Included | No |
| Monitoring | Input/output voltage and alarms |
Compatible With
- 24V AGM, gel, and LiFePO4 battery banks (configure low voltage thresholds to suit chemistry)
- 24V commercial vehicles (trucks, buses, plant) requiring 230VAC accessory supply
- Caravans and motorhomes running 24V primary systems
- Marine 24V installations for moderate AC load supply
- 24V off-grid solar systems with mid-range AC load requirements
- CPAP and PAP therapy machines requiring clean pure sine wave power
- Power tool battery chargers and small workshop equipment
- Victron BMV battery monitors (input voltage monitoring and system integration)
- Victron Color Control GX and Cerbo GX (for system-level monitoring check compatibility)
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Phoenix 24/500 differ from the Phoenix 24/250?
The 24/500 delivers 500VA continuous and 900W peak versus 250VA and 400W on the 24/250 double the continuous capacity and more than double the peak. This makes it suitable for CPAP machines, power tool chargers, small appliances, and simultaneous multiple loads that exceed the 24/250's rating. Both models share the same 24V input range, configurable voltage protection, ECO mode, remote on/off, and integrated Schuko socket.
Is this inverter suitable for powering a CPAP machine from a 24V system?
Yes, provided the CPAP machine's power draw falls within the 500VA continuous rating. CPAP machines require a clean pure sine wave output which the Phoenix 24/500 provides. Confirm your CPAP machine's watt rating against the inverter's continuous output capacity, and disable ECO mode if the CPAP requires uninterrupted power throughout the night.
Why does a 24V inverter use less cable than a 12V model at the same output?
At the same output power, a 24V inverter draws half the input current of a 12V model. Lower current allows smaller DC cable cross-sections to carry the same power safely reducing cable cost, weight, and resistive losses in the DC wiring run between the battery and the inverter.
Can the voltage thresholds be set for a 24V LiFePO4 battery bank?
Yes. DC low shutdown (18.6V default), restart (21.8V), and battery charged detect (28.0V) are all fully user-adjustable for 24V LiFePO4 voltage ranges. Consult the Victron Phoenix inverter manual and your battery manufacturer's discharge specifications before configuring thresholds.
Does this inverter include a battery charger?
No. The Phoenix 24/500 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.
