Victron Phoenix Inverter 12/1600 120V VE.Direct NEMA 5-15R

Victron Energy Phoenix inverters let you power household equipment that requires 120V AC from 12V, 24V or 48V DC, depending on the model.

The VE.Direct communication port lets you connect to a computer using a VE.Direct to USB interface cable, or to a compatible phone, tablet or Mac using a VE.Direct Bluetooth Smart dongle. You can adjust battery alarm thresholds, low-voltage shutdown and restart levels, load-dependent dynamic cut-off settings, and ECO mode settings. You can also monitor input and output voltage, load percentage and alarms.

Built around a full-bridge circuit and toroidal transformer, these inverters use a design proven over many years. They include protection against short circuits and overheating caused by overload or high ambient temperatures. High start-up power helps them handle demanding loads such as power tools and lamp power supplies.

ECO mode reduces power consumption by putting the inverter into standby when the load falls below a set level. The inverter then briefly checks for a load at regular intervals—every 2.5 seconds by default—and stays on when demand rises above the set threshold. A remote on/off switch can also be connected through the two-pole connector.

LED indicators help you identify operating status and faults, with diagnostic details available in the manual. For low-power installations that need to switch between the inverter and another AC source, the optional Filax Automatic Transfer Switch offers a transfer time of less than 20 milliseconds to help keep sensitive equipment running.

Browse our complete range of Victron Phoenix inverters available with a 120V AC output. Choose between models with a standard NEMA 5-15R outlet or a GFCI-protected outlet. Both accept standard North American 120V plugs, but the GFCI version adds ground-fault protection, cutting power when it detects current leakage to help reduce the risk of electric shock.