Victron Energy PIN482510200 48/250 Phoenix Direct Schuko Pure Sinewave Inverter
Victron Energy Phoenix 48/250 Direct Schuko Pure Sine Wave Inverter
Clean 230VAC from your 48V system compact, efficient, and the natural entry point for 48V AC loads
Product Overview
The Victron Energy Phoenix 48/250 Direct Schuko (PIN482510200) is the entry-level model in the Phoenix Direct Schuko 48V range, delivering 250VA continuous output (200W at 25°C / 175W at 40°C) and a 400W peak power rating from a 48V battery bank. Designed for installations already running a 48V architecture large off-grid solar systems, 48V commercial vehicles, and serious marine or industrial setups it provides a clean, reliable 230VAC outlet for low-to-mid draw loads without requiring a separate voltage conversion step.
The 48V platform at this output level draws just a fraction of the input current required by equivalent 12V or 24V inverters meaning the smallest DC cable cross-sections in the Phoenix range, the lowest resistive losses, and the best DC-side efficiency. The Phoenix 48/250 achieves 88% maximum efficiency and drops to 2.5W in ECO mode standby, keeping battery drain minimal for a unit left on in a lightly loaded 48V installation. Fan-assisted cooling, a −40°C to +65°C operating range, and fully configurable 48V voltage protection including dynamic cutoff round out a unit that brings Victron's proven Phoenix reliability to the 48V platform in the most compact form available.
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: 36.8–62.0V DC (48V nominal)
- DC low shutdown (adjustable): 37.2V
- DC low restart and alarm (adjustable): 43.6V
- Battery charged detect (adjustable): 56.0V
- 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: 7.9W
- Zero-load power in ECO mode: 2.5W (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
- 48V input lowest DC input current in the Phoenix Direct Schuko range: At 48V, the input current required for any given output power is one quarter that of an equivalent 12V inverter and half that of a 24V model. At 250VA, the DC input cable cross-section requirements are minimal making installation clean, lightweight, and cost-effective in 48V systems where running new battery cabling is a practical consideration.
- Natural fit for 48V off-grid and solar systems: Large off-grid solar installations, 48V battery storage systems, and commercial or industrial setups running 48V as their primary voltage don't need a DC-DC conversion step to power small 230VAC loads. The Phoenix 48/250 connects directly to the 48V bus and delivers clean AC output keeping the system architecture simple.
- Full bridge plus toroidal transformer pure sine wave output: Victron's proven professional inverter topology produces grid-quality pure sine wave output. Laptops, phone chargers, LED lighting, audio equipment, and sensitive electronics all operate cleanly from a genuine sine wave without the interference or compatibility issues of modified sine wave designs.
- 88% maximum efficiency: Keeps energy losses at the inverter stage minimal important for 48V off-grid systems where every watt of conversion loss reduces the usable capacity available from the battery bank.
- 2.5W ECO mode standby: In ECO mode, standby draw drops to 2.5W keeping overnight parasitic drain to a minimum in always-on 48V installations 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: 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 rather than abrupt shutdown.
- Fully configurable 48V voltage protection: DC low shutdown (37.2V), restart (43.6V), and battery charged detect (56.0V) thresholds are all user-adjustable for 48V LiFePO4 or lead-acid 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 system control panel, BMS load-enable output, or site management circuit without routing heavy 48V battery cables to the switching point.
- 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 clean recovery once conditions normalise.
Technical Specs
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| SKU | PIN482510200 |
| Brand | Victron Energy |
| Model | Phoenix 48/250 Direct Schuko |
| Input Voltage Range | 36.8–62.0V DC |
| Nominal Input Voltage | 48V |
| DC Low Shutdown (Adjustable) | 37.2V |
| DC Low Restart & Alarm (Adjustable) | 43.6V |
| Battery Charged Detect (Adjustable) | 56.0V |
| Output Voltage | 230VAC (or 120VAC) ±3%, adjustable 210–245VAC |
| Output Frequency | 50Hz or 60Hz ±0.1% (configurable) |
| Continuous Output Power (25°C) | 250VA |
| Continuous Output Power (25°C / 40°C) | 200W / 175W |
| Peak Output Power | 400W |
| Maximum Efficiency | 88% |
| Zero-Load Power | 7.9W |
| Zero-Load Power (ECO Mode) | 2.5W |
| 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
- 48V LiFePO4 and lead-acid battery banks (configure low voltage thresholds to suit chemistry)
- Large off-grid solar systems with 48V battery storage requiring a 230VAC outlet
- 48V commercial and industrial installations with low-draw 230VAC accessory requirements
- 48V marine installations for compact 230VAC load supply
- Victron MultiPlus-II 48V systems requiring a supplementary low-draw AC outlet
- Victron SmartSolar MPPT charge controllers (48V off-grid systems)
- 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
Why use a 48V inverter instead of a 12V or 24V model for the same output?
A 48V inverter draws one quarter of the DC input current of an equivalent 12V model at the same output power. For installations already running a 48V battery bank off-grid solar systems, commercial vehicles, and industrial setups the Phoenix 48/250 connects directly to the bus without a DC-DC conversion step, keeping the system simple, efficient, and with minimal DC cable requirements.
What types of loads can the Phoenix 48/250 power from a 48V system?
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. It is not suited to high-draw appliances such as kettles, toasters, or air conditioners.
Can the voltage thresholds be configured for a 48V LiFePO4 battery bank?
Yes. DC low shutdown (37.2V default), restart (43.6V), and battery charged detect (56.0V) are all fully user-adjustable for 48V LiFePO4 voltage ranges, which differ from lead-acid. Consult the Victron Phoenix inverter manual and your battery manufacturer's recommended discharge limits before configuring thresholds.
Does ECO mode work with all connected loads?
ECO mode is suited to loads tolerating brief power interruptions phone chargers, small appliances, and battery-powered devices. For equipment requiring continuous uninterrupted power computers, medical devices, or any load sensitive to power cycling disable ECO mode so the inverter remains on continuously.
Does this inverter include a battery charger?
No. The Phoenix 48/250 is a standalone pure sine wave inverter only with no battery charger or AC input. For combined 48V inverter and charger functionality including shore power input, PowerAssist, and UPS transfer refer to the Victron MultiPlus-II range.
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Victron Energy Phoenix 48/250 Direct Schuko Pure Sine Wave Inverter
Clean 230VAC from your 48V system compact, efficient, and the natural entry point for 48V AC loads
Product Overview
The Victron Energy Phoenix 48/250 Direct Schuko (PIN482510200) is the entry-level model in the Phoenix Direct Schuko 48V range, delivering 250VA continuous output (200W at 25°C / 175W at 40°C) and a 400W peak power rating from a 48V battery bank. Designed for installations already running a 48V architecture large off-grid solar systems, 48V commercial vehicles, and serious marine or industrial setups it provides a clean, reliable 230VAC outlet for low-to-mid draw loads without requiring a separate voltage conversion step.
The 48V platform at this output level draws just a fraction of the input current required by equivalent 12V or 24V inverters meaning the smallest DC cable cross-sections in the Phoenix range, the lowest resistive losses, and the best DC-side efficiency. The Phoenix 48/250 achieves 88% maximum efficiency and drops to 2.5W in ECO mode standby, keeping battery drain minimal for a unit left on in a lightly loaded 48V installation. Fan-assisted cooling, a −40°C to +65°C operating range, and fully configurable 48V voltage protection including dynamic cutoff round out a unit that brings Victron's proven Phoenix reliability to the 48V platform in the most compact form available.
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: 36.8–62.0V DC (48V nominal)
- DC low shutdown (adjustable): 37.2V
- DC low restart and alarm (adjustable): 43.6V
- Battery charged detect (adjustable): 56.0V
- 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: 7.9W
- Zero-load power in ECO mode: 2.5W (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
- 48V input lowest DC input current in the Phoenix Direct Schuko range: At 48V, the input current required for any given output power is one quarter that of an equivalent 12V inverter and half that of a 24V model. At 250VA, the DC input cable cross-section requirements are minimal making installation clean, lightweight, and cost-effective in 48V systems where running new battery cabling is a practical consideration.
- Natural fit for 48V off-grid and solar systems: Large off-grid solar installations, 48V battery storage systems, and commercial or industrial setups running 48V as their primary voltage don't need a DC-DC conversion step to power small 230VAC loads. The Phoenix 48/250 connects directly to the 48V bus and delivers clean AC output keeping the system architecture simple.
- Full bridge plus toroidal transformer pure sine wave output: Victron's proven professional inverter topology produces grid-quality pure sine wave output. Laptops, phone chargers, LED lighting, audio equipment, and sensitive electronics all operate cleanly from a genuine sine wave without the interference or compatibility issues of modified sine wave designs.
- 88% maximum efficiency: Keeps energy losses at the inverter stage minimal important for 48V off-grid systems where every watt of conversion loss reduces the usable capacity available from the battery bank.
- 2.5W ECO mode standby: In ECO mode, standby draw drops to 2.5W keeping overnight parasitic drain to a minimum in always-on 48V installations 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: 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 rather than abrupt shutdown.
- Fully configurable 48V voltage protection: DC low shutdown (37.2V), restart (43.6V), and battery charged detect (56.0V) thresholds are all user-adjustable for 48V LiFePO4 or lead-acid 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 system control panel, BMS load-enable output, or site management circuit without routing heavy 48V battery cables to the switching point.
- 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 clean recovery once conditions normalise.
Technical Specs
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| SKU | PIN482510200 |
| Brand | Victron Energy |
| Model | Phoenix 48/250 Direct Schuko |
| Input Voltage Range | 36.8–62.0V DC |
| Nominal Input Voltage | 48V |
| DC Low Shutdown (Adjustable) | 37.2V |
| DC Low Restart & Alarm (Adjustable) | 43.6V |
| Battery Charged Detect (Adjustable) | 56.0V |
| Output Voltage | 230VAC (or 120VAC) ±3%, adjustable 210–245VAC |
| Output Frequency | 50Hz or 60Hz ±0.1% (configurable) |
| Continuous Output Power (25°C) | 250VA |
| Continuous Output Power (25°C / 40°C) | 200W / 175W |
| Peak Output Power | 400W |
| Maximum Efficiency | 88% |
| Zero-Load Power | 7.9W |
| Zero-Load Power (ECO Mode) | 2.5W |
| 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
- 48V LiFePO4 and lead-acid battery banks (configure low voltage thresholds to suit chemistry)
- Large off-grid solar systems with 48V battery storage requiring a 230VAC outlet
- 48V commercial and industrial installations with low-draw 230VAC accessory requirements
- 48V marine installations for compact 230VAC load supply
- Victron MultiPlus-II 48V systems requiring a supplementary low-draw AC outlet
- Victron SmartSolar MPPT charge controllers (48V off-grid systems)
- 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
Why use a 48V inverter instead of a 12V or 24V model for the same output?
A 48V inverter draws one quarter of the DC input current of an equivalent 12V model at the same output power. For installations already running a 48V battery bank off-grid solar systems, commercial vehicles, and industrial setups the Phoenix 48/250 connects directly to the bus without a DC-DC conversion step, keeping the system simple, efficient, and with minimal DC cable requirements.
What types of loads can the Phoenix 48/250 power from a 48V system?
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. It is not suited to high-draw appliances such as kettles, toasters, or air conditioners.
Can the voltage thresholds be configured for a 48V LiFePO4 battery bank?
Yes. DC low shutdown (37.2V default), restart (43.6V), and battery charged detect (56.0V) are all fully user-adjustable for 48V LiFePO4 voltage ranges, which differ from lead-acid. Consult the Victron Phoenix inverter manual and your battery manufacturer's recommended discharge limits before configuring thresholds.
Does ECO mode work with all connected loads?
ECO mode is suited to loads tolerating brief power interruptions phone chargers, small appliances, and battery-powered devices. For equipment requiring continuous uninterrupted power computers, medical devices, or any load sensitive to power cycling disable ECO mode so the inverter remains on continuously.
Does this inverter include a battery charger?
No. The Phoenix 48/250 is a standalone pure sine wave inverter only with no battery charger or AC input. For combined 48V inverter and charger functionality including shore power input, PowerAssist, and UPS transfer refer to the Victron MultiPlus-II range.
