Victron Energy PIN241800200 24/800 Phoenix Direct Schuko Pure Sinewave Inverter

Victron Energy Phoenix 24/800 Direct Schuko Pure Sine Wave Inverter

800VA of clean 24V power 91% efficient, fan-cooled, and built for sustained real-world use

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Product Overview

The Victron Energy Phoenix 24/800 Direct Schuko (PIN241800200) delivers 800VA continuous output (650W at 25°C / 560W at 40°C) and a 1500W peak power rating from a 24V battery bank stepping up significantly from the 24/500 to handle the sustained load demands of serious 24V installations. At this output level, it comfortably powers domestic appliances, power tools in continuous use, small air compressors, entertainment systems, and multiple simultaneous moderate-draw loads in caravans, commercial vehicles, marine vessels, and off-grid installations.

The Phoenix 24/800 is the most efficient model in the Phoenix Direct Schuko 24V range covered here, achieving 91% maximum efficiency keeping inverter losses low even under sustained high draw. Fan-assisted cooling maintains rated output across the full −40°C to +65°C operating range, and the full suite of configurable voltage protection settings including dynamic cutoff, adjustable low voltage alarm, cutoff, and restart levels gives precise battery protection tailored to your specific chemistry. At 3.0W ECO mode standby, overnight parasitic draw is well managed for an 800VA unit. The integrated Schuko socket retains plug-and-go simplicity, and the remote on/off connector allows clean integration into vehicle, caravan, and BMS-controlled systems without heavy switch gear in the battery circuit.

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: 800VA
• Continuous output power at 25°C / 40°C: 650W / 560W
• Peak power: 1500W
• Maximum efficiency: 91%
• Zero-load power: 9.5W
• Zero-load power in ECO mode: 3.0W (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

• 800VA continuous 1500W peak: At 650W continuous (560W at 40°C) and 1500W peak, the Phoenix 24/800 handles the sustained load demands that sit well beyond the 500VA and 250VA models: power tools in active use, domestic appliances, small compressors, entertainment systems, and combinations of multiple simultaneous loads in 24V vehicles, vessels, and off-grid installations.
• 91% maximum efficiency highest in the 24V Phoenix Direct Schuko range: At 91%, the Phoenix 24/800 loses less than 9% of input power as heat at peak efficiency the best figure across the 24V Phoenix Direct Schuko models covered here. For daily-cycled 24V battery banks, that efficiency advantage directly extends usable runtime and reduces the energy needed to recharge after each cycle.
• 24V input half the current of a 12V equivalent: At 800VA output, a 24V inverter draws approximately half the DC input current of an equivalent 12V model. The practical result is smaller input cable cross-sections, lower resistive losses in the DC wiring run, and less heat in the input circuit a significant benefit in commercial vehicle, marine, and large caravan installations where 24V is already the system voltage.
• Full bridge plus toroidal transformer pure sine wave output: Victron's proven professional inverter topology produces grid-quality pure sine wave output. Variable speed tools, switching power supplies, audio equipment, medical devices, and sensitive electronics all operate cleanly no motor noise, no waveform-related interference, no compatibility issues.
• Fan-assisted cooling across −40°C to +65°C: Thermally controlled fan cooling maintains rated output under sustained load and in hot Australian conditions. Thermal derating is a gradual 1.25% per °C above 40°C the inverter keeps delivering usable power rather than shutting down abruptly in a hot engine bay or equipment enclosure.
• 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 raises the cutoff voltage proportionally under heavier loads preventing deep discharge during high draw while avoiding nuisance trips under light loads.
• 3.0W ECO mode standby: ECO mode drops standby draw to 3.0W at 800VA keeping overnight battery drain manageable in always-on caravan, marine, and off-grid installations where the inverter may remain switched on for extended periods between load events.
• High start-up power: The 1500W peak rating handles inrush current from LED lamp converters, halogen lamps, small power tools, and motor loads loads that draw significantly more on startup than during steady-state operation.
• Remote on/off: Two-pole remote connector allows switching from a caravan control panel, vehicle ignition circuit, or BMS load-enable output. No heavy 24V battery cables required at the switching point clean integration regardless of where the inverter is physically mounted.
• Integrated Schuko socket: Direct 230VAC Schuko outlet compatible with standard Australian and European plugs. No additional socket wiring required at 800VA a meaningful load can be connected and powered directly.
• Short circuit proof and overtemperature protected: Automatic shutdown under fault conditions with clean recovery once conditions normalise. Reduces failure risk in unattended and remote 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 sustained 230VAC load requirements
• Caravans and motorhomes running 24V primary systems with higher AC load demands
• Marine 24V installations for sustained appliance, tool, and entertainment supply
• 24V off-grid solar and backup power systems with mid-to-high AC load requirements
• Power tools, small compressors, and workshop equipment in mobile or off-grid setups
• CPAP and PAP therapy machines requiring clean pure sine wave power
• 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

How does the Phoenix 24/800 differ from the Phoenix 24/500?

The 24/800 delivers 800VA continuous and 1500W peak versus 500VA and 900W on the 24/500 a 60% increase in continuous capacity and 67% more peak power. It also achieves 91% maximum efficiency versus 90% on the 24/500, making it the most efficient model in the 24V Phoenix Direct Schuko range. It is suited to sustained high-draw loads and larger 24V installations where the 24/500 would be operating near its limits.

What loads can the Phoenix 24/800 power continuously?

At 650W continuous at 25°C (560W at 40°C), it handles power tools in use, domestic appliances, small air compressors, entertainment systems, and combinations of moderate-draw loads simultaneously. The 1500W peak covers motor and compressor start-up inrush. Always confirm individual load watt ratings against the inverter's continuous and peak capacity before use.

Why is 91% efficiency significant for a battery-powered inverter?

At 91% efficiency, only 9% of the energy drawn from the battery is lost as heat during conversion. Over repeated daily cycles common in off-grid, caravan, and marine use this difference compounds meaningfully compared to less efficient designs, extending usable battery runtime and reducing the charge energy required to recover the battery after each use.

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

Yes. DC low shutdown (18.6V default), restart (21.8V), and battery charged detect (28.0V) are all user-adjustable to match 24V LiFePO4 voltage ranges. Consult the Victron Phoenix inverter manual and your battery manufacturer's discharge specifications for correct threshold settings.

Does this inverter include a battery charger?

No. The Phoenix 24/800 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.