Highlights
PowerVerter Plus Inverter - Industrial-Strength
12V DC input; 120V AC output; 2
Power for Heavy-Duty Applications
outlets
500 watts continuous output
MODEL NUMBER: PV500FC
1000 watts peak surge output
Description
High efficiency power conversion
Automatic overload protection
Harness your vehicle's battery to efficiently power office equipment on the road or power tools at a work site.
Continuously supplies up to 500 watts of 120V AC power to 2 AC outlets from any 12V battery or automotive DC
Applications
source. Frequency control locks AC output at 60Hz for operating stability of motor loads. Includes a set of high
Ideal for small power tools,
current DC input terminals for simple, permanent installation. Highly reliable large transformer design specializes
pumps, fans, blenders &
in powering motors and other inductive loads with high-current startup needs.
food-processors, desktop
computers, laptops, portable
Features
electronics, battery chargers for
Allows users to run large, motorized AC appliances from any 12V battery or automotive DC system
cell phones, pagers, notepads
Converts 12V DC battery power to 120V AC power
and games, TV-VCR-stereo
500 watts continuous output power
systems, camcorders, lighting
1,000 watts peak output power to startup heavy motorized/inductive loads
and other AC applications under
2 outlets; DC input terminals for 12V battery connection (User supplies cable)
500 watts continuous/1000 watts
Frequency control for operating stability
peak.
Diagnostic LEDs indicate load level (high, medium, and low) and battery charge (high, medium, and low)
DC fusing protects inverter against overload
Package Includes
3.5mm port for connecting remote switch (User supplies cable and switch)
PV500FC inverter
Instruction manual
Specifications
OUTPUT
Frequency compatibility 60 Hz
Continuous - 500 watts, Overpower (up to 1 hour) - 750 watts, Double-Boost wattage (up to 10 seconds) - 1000
Output watts
watts
Output nominal voltage 120V nominal
Output voltage regulation Maintains PWM sine wave output voltage of 120 VAC (+/-5%)
Output frequency regulation 60 Hz (+/- 0.3 Hz)
Overload protection Circuit breaker
Outlet quantity / type Includes 2 AC outlets (NEMA 5-15R)
INPUT
Requires 12VDC input source capable of delivering 50A for the required duration (when used at full continuous
Recommended Electrical Service capacity). For automotive applications, professional hardwire installation with 100A battery system fusing is
recommended.
Maximum input amps / watts Full continuous load - 50A at 12VDC, No load - 2.2A at 12VDC
Input connection type Set of 2 DC input terminals
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Input cord length details User supplies cabling. 4 gauge or larger recommended.
Voltage compatibility (VDC) 12
BATTERY
DC system voltage (VDC) 15
LEDS ALARMS & SWITCHES
Lighted on/off power switch, plus 2 conductor 3.5 mm port for connecting remote switch - user supplies switch,
Switches
3.5mm plug and cable.
Set of 6 LEDs offer continuous status information on load percentage (6 levels reported) and battery charge level (7
Front panel LEDs
levels reported). See manual for sequences.
PHYSICAL
Shipping Dimensions (HWD/in) 11.63 x 9.5 x 9.5
Shipping Dimensions (HWD/cm) 29.5 x 24.13 x 24.13
Shipping weight (lbs) 17
Shipping weight (kg) 7.71
Unit Dimensions (HWD/in) 7 x 7 x 10
Unit Dimensions (HWD/cm) 17.8 x 17.8 x 25.4
Unit weight (lbs) 15
Unit weight (kg) 6.8
Cooling method Convection
Material of construction Polycarbonate
Mounting slots enable permanent placement of inverter on any horizontal surface (see manual for additional
Form factors supported
mounting information)
ENVIRONMENTAL
Relative Humidity 0-95% non-condensing
SPECIAL FEATURES
Appearance Black color
WARRANTY
Product Warranty Period (Worldwide) 1-year limited warranty
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