Tripp Lite PV500FC Configuration guide

Tripp Lite

1111 West 35th Street

Chicago, IL 60609 USA

Telephone: +(773) 869 1234

E-mail: [email protected]

Model #: PV500FC

PowerVerter Plus Inverter - Industrial-Strength Power for Heavy-Duty Applications

Highlights

12V DC input; 120V AC output; 2 outlets

500 watts continuous output

1000 watts peak surge output

High efficiency power conversion

Automatic overload protection

Description

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 source. Frequency control locks AC output at 60Hz for operating stability

of motor loads. Includes a set of high current DC input terminals for simple, permanent installation. Highly reliable large transformer design

specializes in powering motors and other inductive loads with high-current startup needs.

Applications

Ideal for small power tools, pumps, fans, blenders & food-processors, desktop computers, laptops, portable electronics, battery chargers for

cell phones, pagers, notepads and games, TV-VCR-stereo systems, camcorders, lighting and other AC applications under 500 watts

continuous/1000 watts peak.

Package Includes

PV500FC inverter

Instruction manual

Features

Allows users to run large, motorized AC appliances from any 12V battery or automotive DC system

Converts 12V DC battery power to 120V AC power

500 watts continuous output power

1,000 watts peak output power to startup heavy motorized/inductive loads

2 outlets; DC input terminals for 12V battery connection (User supplies cable)

Frequency control for operating stability

Diagnostic LEDs indicate load level (high, medium, and low) and battery charge (high, medium, and low)

DC fusing protects inverter against overload

3.5mm port for connecting remote switch (User supplies cable and switch)

Specifications

OUTPUT

Frequency

compatibility

60 Hz

Output watts Continuous - 500 watts, Overpower (up to 1 hour) - 750 watts, Double-Boost wattage (up to 10 seconds) - 1000 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

Recommended

Electrical Service

Requires 12VDC input source capable of delivering 50A for the required duration (when used at full continuous

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

Input cord length

details

User supplies cabling. 4 gauge or larger recommended.

Voltage compatibility

(VDC)

BATTERY

DC system voltage

(VDC)

LEDS ALARMS & SWITCHES

Switches Lighted on/off power switch, plus 2 conductor 3.5 mm port for connecting remote switch - user supplies switch,

3.5mm plug and cable.

Front panel LEDs Set of 6 LEDs offer continuous status information on load percentage (6 levels reported) and battery charge level (7

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

Form factors

supported

Mounting slots enable permanent placement of inverter on any horizontal surface (see manual for additional

mounting information)

ENVIRONMENTAL

Relative Humidity 0-95% non-condensing

SPECIAL FEATURES

Appearance Black color

WARRANTY

Product Warranty

Period (Worldwide)

1-year limited warranty

More information, including related products, owner's manuals, and additional technical specifications, can be found online at

www.tripplite.com/en/products/model.cfm?txtModelID=180.

improvement. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Photos may differ slightly from final products.

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