Description
xVictron Inverter 12/250 230V VE.Direct IEC
The Victron Inverter 12/250 is a compact 12V DC to 230V AC pure sine wave inverter designed for small off-grid and mobile power applications. It converts battery power to mains-equivalent AC output, making it suitable for powering sensitive electronics and small appliances where grid power is unavailable. With VE.Direct connectivity, it integrates into the wider Victron monitoring ecosystem.
Key Features
- 250VA continuous AC output from a 12V DC battery bank, with IEC socket output for direct appliance connection.
- Pure sine wave output, compatible with sensitive electronics including variable speed motors, audio equipment and medical devices.
- VE.Direct port for communication with Victron monitoring devices, including the Color Control GX, Cerbo GX and compatible displays.
- Built-in protections covering low battery shutdown, over-temperature and overload, with automatic restart after fault clearance.
- Compact and lightweight at 2.6 kg, suited to van conversions, boats, caravans and small off-grid cabins.
- 230V AC output compliant with European and UK mains voltage standards.
Product Overview
The 12/250 sits at the entry level of Victron's VE.Direct inverter range. At 250VA, it is sized for powering individual loads rather than whole-system backup: think a laptop, LED lighting circuit, small power tool or entertainment equipment running from a 12V leisure or service battery. The IEC output socket means standard appliance leads connect directly without additional adapters.
VE.Direct is Victron's serial communication protocol. On this inverter, it allows real-time data (output power, battery voltage, alarm status) to be read by a GX device or a VE.Direct to USB interface connected to a laptop or Raspberry Pi running VictronConnect or Venus OS. This makes the 12/250 a manageable component in a monitored off-grid system rather than a standalone black box.
The inverter's protection stack handles the most common field failure modes automatically. Low battery voltage triggers a staged warning and then shutdown to prevent deep discharge damage to the battery. Overload and over-temperature conditions also cause shutdown with automatic recovery, reducing the need for manual intervention in unattended installations.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
| SKU | PIN121251100 |
| DC Input Voltage | 12V |
| Continuous Output Power | 250VA |
| AC Output Voltage | 230V AC |
| Output Waveform | Pure sine wave |
| Output Socket | IEC |
| Communication | VE.Direct |
| Weight | 2.6 kg |
| GTIN | 8719076047117 |
Applications
- Van and campervan conversions requiring a compact 230V AC supply from a 12V leisure battery.
- Narrowboats and sailing vessels needing mains-equivalent output for small onboard appliances.
- Off-grid cabins and garden buildings with a 12V battery system and low AC load requirements.
- Remote monitoring or telecoms enclosures where a small AC supply is needed from a battery-backed 12V rail.
- Caravan and motorhome installations for powering laptops, chargers and low-wattage appliances.
What Is Included
- Victron Inverter 12/250 230V VE.Direct IEC unit
Installation Notes
This inverter connects directly to a 12V DC battery bank. DC cable sizing and fusing must be appropriate for the current draw at full load. Installation should be carried out by a competent electrician or qualified installer familiar with low-voltage DC systems. For any installation forming part of a fixed wiring system in a vessel or building, relevant BS and IET wiring regulations apply. This inverter is not grid-connected and does not require G98 or G99 notification, but any AC distribution downstream of the inverter must be wired to applicable standards.
Return Policy
xWe offer a 14-day, no-quibble returns or replacement policy because we want you to be totally satisfied with your purchase.
If you are unhappy in any way with your purchase, you can return it for a refund or a replacement, as long as you return it in the same condition as it arrived (original/undamaged packaging and product) and within 30 days of receiving it. We will pay for your return postage on a faulty item as long as you send it using Royal Mail 2nd class recorded delivery (for EU or International Shipments, you have to use our UPS account, we will provide you with a return label)
Please keep in mind the following:
- Items returned within 14 days but not in their original and undamaged packaging will also incur a -15% charge per package.
- If you return an item that doesn't adhere to our returns procedure or doesn't include a returns form, you may be liable for a £10 administration fee
- Individual items from a bundle can't be returned, refunded or exchanged. If you want a refund/credit/exchange for a bundle, all items must be returned to us.
Before you return your item, please make sure that:
- You follow our returns process (outlined below)
- The goods and packaging are undamaged
IMPORTANT: We need to be able to identify an item with your order. We can only do this if you follow our returns process. Please do not send us items back that do not follow this process as they cannot be identified properly and will not be replaced or refunded.
What delivery method do I need to use when returning an item?
You must send the goods back to us via Royal Mail 2nd class recorded delivery. Refunds on faulty items returned are reimbursed within 5 working days.
Can I return just one item from multiple purchases?
Yes. Once you start the returns process you will go to a page that will allow you to choose which items you want to be replaced or refunded.
Returning faulty goods
If your item is faulty, you need to follow the returns policy, where you will be able to state that it’s faulty. The product will then arrive at our warehouse for testing.
If your purchase is not within 14 days
You can still exchange your item for a different product or for credit to use on the Voltacon Solar or Ledison-led-lights.co.uk websites (-15% from the credit amount).
Returns outside of the 14-day period do not qualify for the free returns policy.
Returning an item within the warranty
If you have a warranty and want to return a faulty item, you just need to follow our standard returns process. When we receive your item, we will then check that it’s within warranty and for any faults before arranging a replacement.